Come to your oceanfront paradise - a charming 6 bedroom, 3.5 bath coastal cottage offering sweeping, unobstructed views of the ocean from both levels. Designed for relaxation and coastal living, this home features a bright and open dining and living area with large upgraded windows framing the ocean and a picturesque gazebo just steps away. large oceanfront deck perfect for morning coffee evening sunsets, and year-round enjoyment. Private upstairs master bedroom with its own ocean-view deck. Beautiful gazebo with a private walkway leading directly to the beach. Grandfathered raised lot sitting above street grade for added elevation and peace of mind. Interior comforts and practical features include Kitchen, dining and living room open and conveniently joined together for ideal hosting family and friends, or vacation guests. Enclosed garage and generous storage area for all your beach gear and essentials. conveniently situated between Myrtle Beach and Wilmington for endless dining shopping and entertainment. Located close to the island pier - perfect for fishing, grabbing a bite to eat, or letting the kids enjoy the arcade. Nearby town park with expansive playground equipment, ideal for families. with its prime oceanfront location, generous bedroom count, and sought-after amenities, this home offers exceptional rental potential and long-term value. All furniture and decor will remain with home except items with yellow stickers and all closet contents and personal effects. A pool company says it looks like an 8 X 14 foot pool could be installed on left side of the gazebo
Sold for $1,615,000
$1,615,000
256 E First Street, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
6beds
2,180sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$1,615,400 Zestimate®
$741/sqft
$3,244 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,615,400
$1.53M - $1.70M
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Prime oceanfront locationGenerous bedroom count
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Listed by:
Sandy Auten 910-754-6782,
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Bought with:
Donna Waller, 295463
Corcoran HM Properties
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100559141
Originating MLS: Brunswick County Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Brunswick County Association of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Living Room, Breakfast Nook, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 7 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom 6
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bathroom 1
- Dimensions: 10.25 x 5.5
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 7 x 8
Breakfast nook
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 5 x 4
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 21 x 17
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Master Downstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Blinds/Shades, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Log
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Thermal Windows
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,180
- Total interior livable area: 2,180 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Concrete
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: Ocean Front
- Frontage type: Oceanfront
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 150 x 50 x 150
- Features: Dunes, Level, See Remarks, Ocean Side
Details
- Parcel number: 244oh019
- Zoning: Oi-R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Other, Pilings
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
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: $741/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,217,670
- Annual tax amount: $6,168
- Date on market: 3/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 19 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Lease term: Short Term Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Sold | $1,615,000-7.7%$741/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100559141 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2026 | Contingent | $1,750,000$803/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100559141 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000$803/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100559141 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,585 | $1,217,670 |
| 2024 | $4,585 | $1,217,670 |
| 2023 | $4,585 +3% | $1,217,670 +47% |
| 2022 | $4,451 +0.1% | $828,520 |
| 2021 | $4,447 +0.8% | $828,520 |
| 2020 | $4,412 +0.5% | $828,520 |
| 2019 | $4,388 +13.9% | $828,520 +66.2% |
| 2018 | $3,851 +3.7% | $498,500 |
| 2017 | $3,713 | $498,500 |
| 2016 | $3,713 | $498,500 -30.6% |
| 2015 | $3,713 -4.1% | $718,410 -12.8% |
| 2014 | $3,872 | $823,813 |
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Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28469
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Union ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 5.2 mi
- 4/10Shallotte MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.3 mi
- 4/10West Brunswick HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 6 mi
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.
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