$630,000
New Bern, NC 28560
MLS# 100599460
Status: Closed
4 beds | 3 baths | 2984 sqft
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Property Description
Step into more than two centuries of New Bern history at the Captain Elijah Willis House, an exceptional Federal-style residence dating to circa 1805-1807 and ideally situated at 311 Johnson Street in the heart of the Historic District. Set prominently above the street, this distinguished 2,984-square-foot, two-story home features the classic side-hall plan, enhanced by an elegant entrance portico designed by noted New Bern architect Robert F. Smallwood. Inside, the home offers four bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, three fireplaces, beautiful wood floors throughout, an elegant stairway, numerous built-in bookshelves, and remarkable storage. A full attic and full basement provide additional space rarely found in homes of this period. At the rear, a light-filled sunroom overlooks the expansive and exceptionally private garden. The deep backyard creates a wonderful in-town retreat, with mature landscaping, a brick patio, off-street parking, and a detached approximately 600-square-foot structure incorporating a one-bay garage and generous workshop. Rich in architectural character and remarkably livable, the Captain Elijah Willis House offers a rare opportunity to become the next steward of one of New Bern's early historic residences--all within easy reach of downtown. The property is located in Flood Zone X, with flood insurance not required. Home did not flood during Florence.
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Location Information
Street #: 311
Street Name: Johnson
Street Suffix: Street
County: Craven
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28560
City Limits: Yes
Marketing City: New Bern
Subdivision: New Bern Downtown Historic
Secondary Subdivision: N/A
Geo Lat: 35.110393
Geo Lon: -77.038473
Contract Info
Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
Status: Closed
Delayed Marketing?: No
Marketing Start Date: 2026-08-27
Listing Price: 625000
Current Price: $630,000
List Price/SqFt: 209.45
Stipulation of Sale: Standard
Property Exterior Info
New Construction: No
Lot Acres: 0.26
Lot SqFt: 11326
Lot Dimensions: 51 x 218
Deed Restrictions: No
Waterfront: No
Waterview: No
Horses Y/N: No
Location Type: Mainland
Property Interior Info
SqFt - Heated (Primary): 2984
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 2984
# Rooms: 9
# Baths - Full: 2
# Baths - Half: 1
# Baths - Total: 3
# Bedrooms: 4
Master Bedroom Level: Non Primary Living Area
Stories Total: 2
Fireplace Y/N: Yes
HOA and Neigh Amenities
Club Membership: None Selected
Current Service Providers
Electric Provider: City of New Bern
Internet Service Provider(s): Optimum
Natural Gas Provider: Piedmont Natural Gas Co.
Sewer Provider: City of New Bern
Trash Provider: City of New Bern
Water Provider: City of New Bern
Entry Level Information
Entry Level: 1
Rooms
Dining Room Level: First
Family Room Level: First
Kitchen Level: First
Living Room Level: First
Master Bedroom Level: Second
Remarks and Showing
Directions to Property: Broad street to Middle street then right on Johnson Street.
Legal Taxes
Year Built: 1805
Status Change Info
Under Contract Date: 2026-09-01
Sold Price: $630,000
Sold Date: 2026-09-14
Property Features
Frontage Type: See Remarks
View Type: None
Attic: Walk-In
Basement: Full; Unfinished; Unfinished
Construction: Wood Frame
Unit Type: 4 Bedroom Or More
Architectural Style: Colonial; Historic District
Exterior Finish: Wood Siding
Fencing: Wood
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Green Bldg Certify: None
Green Bldg Features: None
Parking Features: Off Street
Patio and Porch Features: Patio; Porch; Rear Porch
Roof: Metal
Levels: Two
Trash Collection: City Pick-UP
Lot Features: Level; Rectangular Lot
Lot Water Features: None
Cooling: Central Air; Heat Pump; Zoned
Heating: Heat Pump
Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
Water Heater: Electric
Utilities: Natural Gas Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Community Water
Fireplace Features: Brick
Flooring: Wood
Furnished: Unfurnished
Interior Features: Bookcases; Entrance Foyer; High Ceilings
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Heated SqFt: 2800 - 2999
Dining Room Type: Formal
Other Structures: Workshop
HOA and Neigh Amenities: Street Lights
Rooms: Bedroom 1; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Master Bedroom; Sunroom
Easements: Other
Terms: Cash; Conventional
Room Information
| Room Name | Length | Width | Level | Remarks |
| Dining Room | 16.00 | 19.00 | First | Built in Bookcases |
| Living Room | 12.00 | 19.00 | First | |
| Kitchen | 12.00 | 14.00 | First | |
| Family Room | 19.00 | 21.00 | First | |
| Sunroom | 10.00 | 15.00 | ||
| Master Bedroom | 15.00 | 17.00 | Second | |
| Bedroom 1 | 12.00 | 14.00 | ||
| Bedroom 2 | 11.00 | 15.00 | ||
| Bedroom 3 | 12.00 | 19.00 |
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Listing Office: NorthGroup
Last Updated: September - 16 - 2026
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