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Highlights

  • Conveniently located
  • Washer/dryer hookups
  • Spacious living room
  • Open-concept layout
  • Fenced in back patio

Location

Academic Dr, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
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Management

TJS Properties Inc.

Leasing office

(252) 638-5063

Property Overview

Southern Townes is rated highly by Zumper, achieving an overall 8.3, with exceptional price (10/10) and location ratings (9/10) reflecting its competitive pricing and convenient access to schools and amenities. The property features an open-concept layout, spacious living room, and fenced patio, enhancing its appeal. Additionally, it ranks in the top 75th percentile for value in the area, confirming its standout position among available rentals.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Southern Townes is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Southern Townes has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath800 sqft$925 /mo1 unit availableThis well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath townhome offers approximately 800 square feet of comfortable living space. The open-concept layout includes a spacious living room, kitchen, and dining area, featuring a blend of carpet and luxury vinyl tile flooring. Additional amenities include washer/dryer hookups, City of New Bern water and sewer services, and Duke Energy electric. Conveniently located near schools, shopping centers, and medical facilities, this townhome provides both comfort and accessibility—ideal for professionals or individuals seeking a well-situated residence in New Bern. Fenced in back patio

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About Southern Townes

HomeApartments in New Bern Southern Townes

This well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath townhome offers approximately 800 square feet of comfortable living space. The open-concept layout includes a spacious living room, kitchen, and dining area, featuring a blend of carpet and luxury vinyl tile flooring. Additional amenities include washer/dryer hookups, City of New Bern water and sewer services, and Duke Energy electric. Conveniently located near schools, shopping centers, and medical facilities, this townhome provides both comfort and accessibility—ideal for professionals or individuals seeking a well-situated residence in New Bern. Fenced in back patio


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Southern Townes is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Southern Townes has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Southern Townes
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Southern Townes offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Southern Townes is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Southern Townes is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Southern Townes does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Southern Townes provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Southern Townes compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in New Bern

1-bedroom apartments at Southern Townes cost about 26% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in New Bern.

Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
New Bern
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in New Bern
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,009
March 2024$1,030
April 2024$1,135
May 2024$1,092
June 2024$1,006
July 2024$951
August 2024$817
September 2024$967
October 2024$1,085
November 2024$1,142
December 2024$1,123
January 2025$1,094
February 2025$1,032
March 2025$1,058
April 2025$1,118
May 2025$1,028
June 2025$1,084
July 2025$1,068
August 2025$998
September 2025$1,084
October 2025$1,222
November 2025$1,352
December 2025$1,276
January 2026$1,250

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$37,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $37,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $925.
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Schools near Southern Townes

Ben D. Quinn Elementary School

4275 m l king jr blvd

new bern, NC, 28562

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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around New Bern near Academic Dr

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for Academic Dr, New Bern

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around Academic Dr

Carolina Brace & Limb East
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Harris Teeter
3565 M L King Jr Blvd
Publix
2004 S Glenburnie Rd
Mon Asian Market
2117 S Glenburnie Rd
Food Lion
3301 M L King Jr Blvd

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