5+ Days Ago
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Academic Dr, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
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Property Overview
Southern Townes offers strong overall value with an 8.3/10 expert rating, including a perfect 10/10 for price and an 8/10 for amenities that support a high standard of living. Its 9/10 location score reflects excellent access to daily essentials, including nearby top-rated schools and a grocery store within a short drive. With a solid 7/10 trustworthiness rating, detailed listing, and 25 photos, it provides renters with clear, reliable insight into a competitively priced property.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
- Less expensive
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $950 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | $1,200 /mo | 1 unit available | Charming Town Home located in the heart of New Bern Close to schools and shopping |
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Building details
Property details
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About Southern Townes
Charming Town Home located in the heart of New Bern Close to schools and shopping
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 GoodWith 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.
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 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in New Bern
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 17% lower than 1-bedrooms in New Bern.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Southern Townes to be 4% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in New Bern.
Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
New Bern
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | $850 |
| March 2026 | $850 |
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Rent-to-income ratio
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Recommended income
$38,000/yr
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Schools near Southern Townes
Ben D. Quinn Elementary School
4275 m l king jr blvd
new bern, NC, 28562
PK, K-5Public
B
Craven Virtual Academy
1319 commerce dr
new bern, NC, 28562
3-12Public
Child Development Center 4859
4859 jones rd
cherry point, NC, 28533
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
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
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