About this home
**Income Producing Opportunity!! New Roof August 2026** Welcome to a rare income-producing opportunity in historic downtown Washington, offering immediate cash-flow potential and multi-generational flexibility just blocks from the waterfront, local dining, and boutique shops. This single-level cottage-style property features two functional living units across a generous footprint on a large corner lot. The main residence offers a spacious three-bedroom, two-bathroom layout highlighted by original hardwood floors, a large main living area, a full kitchen, a covered carport, and private porch access, making it ideal for an owner-occupant or a full-sized rental. The secondary unit serves as a self-contained one-bedroom, one-bathroom suite complete with its own dedicated full kitchen, a cozy living room, and a bright sunroom, creating the perfect setup for a long-term tenant, short-term rental, or guest space. Whether you choose to live in the primary unit and let the secondary side offset your mortgage, or rent both sides to maximize your return in a growing coastal market, this versatile home combines classic charm, public utilities, and exceptional utility storage in an unbeatable location.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1947
- Lot
- 0.27 acres
- County
- Beaufort
- MLS #
- 100598197
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Wood
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
Outside
- None
Community
- None
Parking
- Gravel
- On Site
- Attached Carport
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Forced Air
- Central Air
Schools
- Elementary
- Eastern Elementary School
- Middle
- P. S. Jones
- High
- Washington High School
As listed in the MLS (Beaufort). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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Recent sales like this nearby
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 103 Wiley Street, Washington | Sep 1, 2026 | 2 / 3 | 1,782 | $645,000 | $362 |
| 419 E Main Street, Washington | Oct 15, 2026 | 2 / 2 | 1,703 | $484,000 | $284 |
| 323 E 2nd Street, Washington | Sep 28, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 2,542 | $506,000 | $199 |
| 413 Moss Way, Washington | Oct 15, 2026 | 3 / 4 | 2,546 | $998,000 | $392 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 6 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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About 525 E 2nd Street
525 E 2nd Street is a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 2,092 square feet, built in 1947, on 0.27 acres, Washington, Beaufort County, NC 27889.
At $289,000, it's 33% below the median asking price ($430,000) of the 27 other 4-bedroom listings for sale in Washington today.
That's about $138 per square foot, compared with a Washington median asking price of $177 per square foot.
Across ZIP 27889, 32 4-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $333,500.
It has been on the market for 5 days.
Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 525 E 2nd Street
How much is 525 E 2nd Street?
525 E 2nd Street is listed at $289,000 (about $138 per square foot) as of October 19, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 525 E 2nd Street have?
4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 2,092 square feet.
How long has 525 E 2nd Street been on the market?
5 days.
When was 525 E 2nd Street built?
1947.
Who is the listing broker for 525 E 2nd Street?
eXp Realty (MLS #100598197). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 525 E 2nd Street?
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