Price Reduction - Primary on Main
Address
2554 E Forest Drive, Newport, NC
Price
$ 324,000
Property Attributes
- ID#100596287
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyCARTERET
- CityNewport
- AreaWest Newport
- NeighborhoodNewport
- Zip28570
- StyleSingle Family Residence
- Year Built1960
- Taxes$ 1624
- Price$ 324,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2379
- Lot Size0.48 Acres
Data Source:
North Carolina Regional MLS (NCRMLS)
Property Description
*** Seller offering $5000 use as you choose concession. *** Welcome to 2554 E Forest Dr. This move-in-ready home features 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, new flooring, and fresh paint throughout. The functional layout offers a spacious main living area plus a separate bonus room--perfect for a home office, gym, or playroom. The updated kitchen features modernized finishes and generous counter space. The exterior provides fantastic outdoor living and utility, featuring a private courtyard-style rear patio, a covered and enclosed porch off the carport, and a large yard with a partially fenced backyard. A detached storage building offers additional space for tools, lawn equipment, or hobbies. This property is eligible for FHA, VA, and USDA financing!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Newport Elementary School | Newport Middle School | West Carteret High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Listed $339,000 |
| 8/21/2026 | 5$324,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2379.0 |
|---|---|
| Heating | Baseboard,Electric,Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Central Air,Multi Units |
| Utilities | Sewer Available,Water Available |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow,At Closing |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Electric Oven,Dishwasher,Electric Range |
| Zoning | R |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Patio,Front Porch,Rear Porch |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Vinyl Siding,Wood Frame |
| Year Built | 1960 |
| View | See Remarks |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Taxes | 1624.58 |
| Parcel Number | 633812858213000 |
| County | Carteret |
| Operating Expense | 0.0 |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| In City Limits? (Y/N) | Yes |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | West Newport |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Total Rooms | 8 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | US-70 (the main highway through Newport): Turn onto Howard Boulevard toward downtown Newport. Continue on Howard Boulevard for about 0.5 miles. Turn left onto E Forest Drive. Continue on E Forest |
| High School | West Carteret |
| City | Newport |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 20909.0 |
| Carport Spaces | 1.0 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Elementary School | Newport |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Middle/Junior High School | Newport |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/hive/100596287 |
| Structure Type | Wood Frame,Stick Built |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Assessed Value | 224496 |
| Tax Lot | 14 |
| Legal Description | L14 BB WEST NEWPORT |
| IslandOrMainland | Mainland |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s) |
|---|---|
| Basement | None |
| Flooring | LVT/LVP |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Water Heater | Electric |
| Master Bed Level | Primary Living Area |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Laundry Features | Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Laundry Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Attic Features | Pull-Down Stairs |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Room Type | Living Room,Dining Area,Bonus Room,Master Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5 |
| Unit Type | 4 Bedroom Or More |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Living Area Range | 2200 - 2399 |
| SmokingYN | No |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Finish | Brick,Vinyl Siding |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Chain Link,Back Yard |
| Parking Features | Concrete,Paved,Attached Carport |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 0.0 |
| Lot Size Area | 0.48 |
| Foundation Details | Crawl Space |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 2379.0 |
| Lot Dimensions | 110x200x111x200 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.48 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Frontage Type | See Remarks |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Road Frontage Type | City Street,State Road,Paved |
| Crops Included Y/N | No |
| Horse Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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