405 Hancock Street

Sharing its origins with the neighboring Mary Turner House, this home known as the Thomas J. Turner home was built by the same craftsman and stands as another enduring example of the area's historic architecture. 405 Hancock Street offers one of the city's most walkable locations. Simply cross Broad Street and you're immersed in the vibrant downtown filled with locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, galleries, waterfront parks, Tryon Palace, and year-round festivals. It's the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience. This beautifully restored 1893 home features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a large and welcoming front porch, a cozy enclosed screen in back porch and a charming courtyard. As a contributing property in the Historic District, it has been thoughtfully renovated to preserve its historic character while offering today's most desirable amenities. Highlights include a stunning chef's kitchen with premium appliances and gas range, a luxurious primary suite with a spacious dressing room and spa-inspired bath, refinished original hardwood floors, updated electrical and plumbing, encapsulated basement with dehumidifier, remodeled screened porch, and fresh interior and exterior paint. Every improvement has been carefully completed, creating a truly move-in-ready historic home. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or investment property, this is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated piece of New Bern history in one of its most desirable downtown locations.