$259,000
Sold Jun 23, 2026
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,276 sq ft
223 Lakemere Drive
New Bern, NC, 28562 · River Bend
Listed by Keller Williams Realty
Sale details
- Sold price
- $259,000
- Sold on
- Jun 23, 2026
- First listed at
- $273,000
- Last asking price
- $265,000 (−2.9%)
- Sold vs. first asking
- 94.9%
- Sold vs. last asking
- 97.7%
- Days on market
- 28
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What's my home worth? →About this home
Wake up to peaceful lakefront views in this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled in the heart of the desirable River Bend community. Brimming with warmth and character, this home offers a tranquil setting while keeping you just minutes from Historic Downtown New Bern and all its boutique shops, waterfront dining, and cultural attractions. Inside, you'll find a comfortable and welcoming layout, perfect for everyday living boasting an open floorplan with cathedral ceiling. Relax as you enjoy the real wood fireplace, take in the serene water view and listen to the tranquil sounds of the fountain. Enjoy a large screened porch as well as the outside deck for entertaining. This quaint home offers the best of River Bend living. This vibrant community features a marina, beautiful golf course, local restaurants, walking paths, and a full calendar of community activities--ideal for those who love an active yet relaxed lifestyle. Whether you're sipping morning coffee by the water, working from home or heading into town this home offers the perfect blend of charm, convenience, and Coastal Carolina beauty.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2003
- Lot
- 0.18 acres
- Garage
- 1 space
- HOA
- $145 / annually
- Community
- River Bend
- County
- Craven
- MLS #
- 100568641
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- High Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Wood
- Built-In Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Electric Range
Outside
- Pond
Community
- Maintenance Common Areas
Parking
- Paved
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
Schools
- Elementary
- Ben Quinn
- Middle
- H. J. MacDonald
- High
- Havelock
As listed in the MLS. School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
About 223 Lakemere Drive
223 Lakemere Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,276 square feet, built in 2003 in River Bend, New Bern, Craven County, NC 28562.
At $265,000, it's 24% below the median asking price ($346,900) of the 216 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in New Bern today.
That's about $208 per square foot, compared with a New Bern median of $184.
26 other homes are for sale in River Bend right now (median asking $309,500); 100 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $263,000, typically in about 54 days.
Across ZIP 28562, 696 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $300,000.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 223 Lakemere Drive
How much is 223 Lakemere Drive?
223 Lakemere Drive is listed at $265,000 (about $208 per square foot) as of September 26, 2026. Status: closed.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 223 Lakemere Drive have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,276 square feet.
What neighborhood is 223 Lakemere Drive in?
River Bend, in New Bern, Craven County, North Carolina.
What have homes sold for in River Bend?
100 homes sold in River Bend in the last 12 months, at a median price of $263,000.
Is 223 Lakemere Drive waterfront?
Yes — the MLS lists it as a waterfront property.
Does 223 Lakemere Drive have an HOA fee?
Yes: $145 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 223 Lakemere Drive built?
2003.
Who is the listing broker for 223 Lakemere Drive?
Keller Williams Realty (MLS #100568641). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.