701 W Main Street, Washington, NC 27889
What's special
701 W. Main Street, where timeless character meets modern comfort in one of Washington's most beloved historic neighborhoods. This beautifully updated home offers the perfect blend of historic charm and thoughtful renovations, creating inviting spaces for both everyday living and entertaining. The welcoming front porch sets the tone for a lifestyle built around connection. Enjoy morning coffee, evening conversations with neighbors, and the relaxed pace of true front porch living in a community known for its tree-lined streets and friendly atmosphere. Inside, you'll find beautifully preserved architectural details complemented by an updated kitchen and baths, hardwood floors, spacious living and dining areas, and flexible spaces ideal for working from home or gathering with family and friends. The backyard provides a private retreat with a charming courtyard and storage building, offering a peaceful extension of the home's living space. Located just minutes from Washington's vibrant downtown waterfront, you'll enjoy easy access to locally owned shops, restaurants, galleries, festivals, and the scenic riverwalk. Whether you're heading to dinner, attending community events, or simply taking in the beauty of Washington, this location offers an exceptional blend of historic charm and modern convenience. Washington's waterfront continues to make it one of eastern North Carolina's most desirable areas. This is a rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully updated historic home in a location that celebrates both neighborhood charm and downtown living.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Elizabeth Hardee Wilder 252-531-7564,
United Country Respess Real Estate
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Living Room, Dining Room, Laundry, Family Room
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Range
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Gas Log
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Dirt Floor,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,262
- Total interior livable area: 2,262 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Fencing: Partial,Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 6,970 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 53 x 130 x 53 x 138
Details
- Parcel number: 42192
- Zoning: RHD
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: County Water
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Historic District
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $272/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $486,346
- Annual tax amount: $4,523
- Date on market: 7/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 37 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Price change | $615,000-2.4%$272/sqft |
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| 7/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $629,900+14.5%$278/sqft |
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| 3/6/2024 | Sold | $550,000+22.2%$243/sqft |
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| 3/17/2022 | Sold | $450,000+5.9%$199/sqft |
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| 3/1/2022 | Pending sale | $425,000$188/sqft |
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| 2/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $425,000+44.1%$188/sqft |
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| 4/21/2017 | Sold | $295,000-7.5%$130/sqft |
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| 3/23/2017 | Pending sale | $319,000$141/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 The Realty Group #100046238 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2017 | Listed for sale | $319,000+16.8%$141/sqft |
Source: Century 21 The Realty Group Washington #100046238 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2015 | Sold | $273,000-2.5%$121/sqft |
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| 4/16/2015 | Pending sale | $279,900$124/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 The Realty Group #31875 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2015 | Price change | $279,900-1.8%$124/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 The Realty Group #31875 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2014 | Listed for sale | $285,000$126/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,523 +102.4% | $486,346 +162.3% |
| 2024 | $2,234 | $185,424 |
| 2023 | $2,234 +92.8% | $185,424 |
| 2022 | $1,159 -49.9% | $185,424 |
| 2021 | $2,312 -0.6% | $185,424 |
| 2020 | $2,325 | $185,424 -38.4% |
| 2019 | -- | $301,126 |
| 2018 | -- | $301,126 +104% |
| 2017 | -- | $147,615 |
| 2016 | $96 | $147,615 |
| 2015 | $96 -94% | -- |
| 2014 | $1,593 | -- |
| 2013 | $1,593 | $145,936 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$593,800
$564,000 - $623,000
$1,983/mo
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