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About this home
Location, location, location! This beloved OIB Original is one of the island's most famous little gems, full of precious character and updated with flair. Perfectly situated directly across from beach access, it offers easy walks to the sun & sand. Enjoy front porch rockers for ocean breezes or back decks for tranquil sunsets. Step into your private fenced in oasis featuring a large swimming pool, outdoor tiki bar, and ample lounge space for entertaining or relaxing! Recent upgrades include a new metal roof with 40-yr warranty (June 2025), brand new front decking (2025), new HVAC (2025), and newer windows throughout, giving this classic beach cottage a peace of mind. Centrally located in the heart of Ocean Isle Beach, you're just steps from dining, shops, wine and coffee bar, and so much more. Vintage charm, modern updates, and an unbeatable location. A true island classic!
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1962
- Lot
- 0.12 acres
- County
- Brunswick
- Price per sq ft
- $1,155
- Stories
- 1
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof
- Metal
- Foundation
- Other, Pilings
- Water
- Public
- Listed
- Sep 5, 2026
- MLS #
- 100601541
Features
Inside
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Walk-in Shower
- Built-In Microwave
- Washer
- Refrigerator
- Range
- Dryer
- Dishwasher
Outside
- Ocean
Parking
- Covered
- Gravel
- On Site
- Unpaved
Heating & cooling
- Wall Furnace
- Electric
- Central Air
Directions to 77 E First Street
From Causeway Drive go to circle and take East First St. Go down a few blocks and the house is on the left right before Concord St.
Schools
- Elementary
- Union
- Middle
- Shallotte Middle
- High
- West Brunswick
As listed in the MLS (Brunswick County Schools). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Newport Street, Ocean Isle Beach | Jun 12, 2026 | 4 / 2 | 1,176 | $860,000 | $731 |
| 55 Wilmington Street, Ocean Isle Beach | Jun 11, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,020 | $700,000 | $686 |
| 228 E Second Street, Ocean Isle Beach | Aug 3, 2026 | 4 / 2 | 1,044 | $610,000 | $584 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 6 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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Our take on 77 E First Street
Written by the Buddy Blake Team from the listing photos and MLS data. Not part of the MLS listing or the listing broker's description.
This single-story property in Ocean Isle Beach sits on a 0.12-acre lot outside any subdivision, and it has an ocean view. Built in 1962, the 944-square-foot layout provides three bedrooms and three bathrooms, with ceiling fans and a walk-in shower among the interior features. Appliances include a range, dishwasher, refrigerator and built-in microwave, and a washer and dryer are included.
Outside, the property has an in-ground pool and covered parking, along with additional on-site spaces that are gravel and unpaved, giving more than one parking option. Heating and cooling come from central air together with a wall furnace, and public utilities serve the property. With all of its living space on one level, the layout is simple to move through.
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About 77 E First Street
77 E First Street is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 944 square feet, built in 1962, Ocean Isle Beach, Brunswick County, NC 28469.
At $1,090,000, it's 134% above the median asking price ($465,000) of the 101 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Ocean Isle Beach today.
That's about $1155 per square foot, compared with a Ocean Isle Beach median asking price of $258 per square foot.
Across ZIP 28469, 306 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $357,500.
It has been on the market for 62 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 77 E First Street
How much is 77 E First Street?
77 E First Street is listed at $1,090,000 (about $1155 per square foot) as of November 5, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 77 E First Street have?
3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 944 square feet.
How long has 77 E First Street been on the market?
62 days.
When was 77 E First Street built?
1962.
Who is the listing broker for 77 E First Street?
Costello Real Estate & Investments (MLS #100601541). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 77 E First Street?
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