311 Johnson St, New Bern, NC 28560
- $630,000
- 4
- BD
- 3
- BA
- 2,984
- SqFt
- Sold Price
- $630,000
- List Price
- $625,000
- Status
- CLOSED
- MLS#
- 100599460
- Closing Date
- Sep 14, 2026
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Lot Size
- 11,326
- Year Built
- 1805
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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Additional Information
- Elementary School
- Brinson
- Middle School
- Grover C.Fields
- High School
- New Bern
- Foundation
- Brick/Mortar
- Interior Features
- High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Bookcases
- Levels
- Two
- Lot Description
- Level, Rectangular Lot
- Possession
- Close Of Escrow, At Closing
- County
- Craven
- Neighborhood
- New Bern Downtown Historic
- Project/Section
- New Bern Downtown Historic
- Style
- Historic Antique
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- Acres
- 0.26
- Amenities
- Street Lights
- Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
- Utilities
- Natural Gas Available
- Zoning
- residential
- Listing Courtesy Of
- NorthGroup
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