Welcome to the Iconic OIB Beacon House, as the current owners affectionately call it. This original Ocean Isle Beach A-frame home is a true vintage gem that showcases nautical charm and a spacious layout. The sunny living room features high ceilings and ample comfortable seating, highlighting the unique A-frame design. This three-level home offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms, with 1,401 square feet of fully renovated living space, all located less than 500 feet from the beach.
You will be captivated by the open floor plan, which includes vaulted ceilings and tongue-and-groove pine walls that enhance the character of the A-frame design. Above the wood dining table hangs a reclaimed ship's lantern, suspended from a boat oar, adding a lovely ambiance. The well-equipped kitchen boasts granite countertops and a full suite of stainless steel appliances, including a roomy side-by-side refrigerator, a new electric stove, spacious cabinets, and a screened-door pantry for additional storage.
The house accommodates up to 10 guests across three bedrooms. At the rear, the captain and chief mate quarters consist of two bedrooms, each featuring king-sized beds and private access to the rear porch, along with a bathroom and laundry area. On the second floor, you'll find a study alcove and a bright guest bathroom that includes a granite vanity and a tub/shower combination. The third bedroom features three uniquely designed hanging queen-sized beds.
Access to the unique third-floor loft is via a ladder, where you'll find a cozy getaway complete with a 50-inch TV. The wrap-around deck and ground-level covered patio provide ample space to enjoy the ocean breezes, while a private hot tub awaits you after a fun-filled day at the beach. The wrap-around porch is the perfect spot to sip your morning coffee or unwind to the soothing sound of crashing waves. An outdoor shower and plenty of storage space further add to the convenience of this property.
You can own a piece of Ocean Isle Beach history with this rare architectural gem, which features a massive shipping beacon set up as a lighthouse in the front yard. Just steps from the ocean, this unique beach house perfectly blends charm, functionality, and a prime location. Whether you're looking for a turnkey rental, a second home, or a coastal investment, the original OIB Beacon House is a must-see!
For sale
$926,900
202 E Second Street, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
3beds
1,401sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
4,922 Square Feet Lot
$883,500 Zestimate®
$662/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wrap-around porchPrivate hot tubHigh ceilingsUnique third-floor loftWrap-around deckVaulted ceilingsGround-level covered patio
- 64 days
- 1,166
- 69
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Wyndi Gundrum 910-443-1170,
Coldwell Banker Sloane Realty OIB
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100585635
Originating MLS: Brunswick County Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Other, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Ice Maker, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Hot Tub
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Basement: None
- Attic: No Access,None
- Has fireplace: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,401
- Total interior livable area: 1,401 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete, Off Street, On Site
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Deck, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, See Remarks
- Pool features: None, Pool/Spa Combo
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: ICW, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: Third Row
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 4,922 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 99 x 50 x 98
- Features: Level, Corner Lot, Third Row
Details
- Additional structures: Shower
- Parcel number: 244ob020
- Zoning: Oi-R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Other, Pilings
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Green verification: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ocean Isle Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $662/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $692,350
- Annual tax amount: $3,467
- Date on market: 7/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 64 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Lease term: Other
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$883,500
$839,000 - $928,000
$2,317/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $926,900+7.2%$662/sqft |
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| 8/25/2025 | Sold | $865,000-3.9%$617/sqft |
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| 6/30/2025 | Contingent | $899,900$642/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Price change | $899,900-5.3%$642/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $950,000+0.5%$678/sqft |
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| 4/26/2025 | Listing removed | $945,000$675/sqft |
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| 4/15/2025 | Price change | $945,000-0.5%$675/sqft |
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| 4/5/2025 | Price change | $949,8000%$678/sqft |
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| 3/31/2025 | Price change | $949,900-4.5%$678/sqft |
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| 3/29/2025 | Price change | $994,8000%$710/sqft |
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| 3/24/2025 | Price change | $994,9000%$710/sqft |
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| 3/15/2025 | Price change | $995,000+1%$710/sqft |
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| 1/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $985,000+53.9%$703/sqft |
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| 10/4/2021 | Sold | $640,000-8.4%$457/sqft |
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| 9/4/2021 | Pending sale | $699,000+163.8%$499/sqft |
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| 12/30/2016 | Sold | $265,000-7%$189/sqft |
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| 11/22/2016 | Pending sale | $284,900$203/sqft |
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| 11/7/2016 | Price change | $284,900-4.4%$203/sqft |
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| 9/17/2016 | Price change | $298,000-3.2%$213/sqft |
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| 7/5/2016 | Price change | $308,000-3.4%$220/sqft |
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| 4/7/2016 | Price change | $319,000-4.5%$228/sqft |
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| 12/8/2015 | Listed for sale | $334,000-1.5%$238/sqft |
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| 5/31/2015 | Listing removed | $339,000$242/sqft |
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| 8/17/2014 | Listed for sale | $339,000+54.1%$242/sqft |
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| 9/25/2012 | Sold | $220,000-2.2%$157/sqft |
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| 6/30/2012 | Price change | $224,900-19.4%$161/sqft |
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| 6/1/2012 | Listed for sale | $279,000$199/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,568 | $692,350 |
| 2024 | $2,568 | $692,350 |
| 2023 | $2,568 +70.1% | $692,350 +156.4% |
| 2022 | $1,510 +0% | $270,030 |
| 2021 | $1,510 +1.2% | $270,030 |
| 2020 | $1,492 +0.9% | $270,030 |
| 2019 | $1,478 +1.1% | $270,030 +1.2% |
| 2018 | $1,462 +6.6% | $266,740 +77.8% |
| 2017 | $1,372 | $150,000 |
| 2016 | $1,372 | $150,000 -42.8% |
| 2015 | $1,372 -10.3% | $262,170 -18.8% |
| 2014 | $1,529 | $322,890 |
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Neighborhood: 28469
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Union
- Middle: Shallotte Middle
- High: West Brunswick
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




