The natural beauty and charm of New Bern truly make it a treasure on the coast of North Carolina. Unique among towns of comparable size, New Bern offers its residents the opportunities and conveniences of urban life, coupled with the hospitality, comfort, and security of small-town living. A mild four-season climate, state-of-the-art medical care, award-winning schools, a new airport, a regional library, a variety of shops and restaurants, and unlimited social and cultural opportunities are a few of the amenities afforded area residents.

Your style of life in New Bern is limited only by your budget and your imagination. Home options range from the magnificent colonial styles of the downtown historic district to the brand new custom homes of one of New Bern's golf course communities. Whether you buy or rent a home, townhome, or apartment, the reasonable cost of living keeps real estate affordable for any budget.

You're invited to discover for yourself why TIME Magazine, Where to Retire, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times have featured New Bern as an outstanding place to live.