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About this home
Welcome to your own slice of island life at 190 E Second Street in Ocean Isle Beach, NC, ideally located just one block from beach access. Spend your mornings by the ocean, take in ocean views from the back decks, and come home for an afternoon beside your private backyard pool. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath coastal home combines an inviting OIB setting with multiple outdoor living spaces, a fenced backyard and a long list of improvements that make it ready to enjoy. Designed for the laid-back coastal lifestyle, the home offers a covered front porch plus multiple decks for relaxing in the ocean air. Out back, the private pool creates your own outdoor retreat, surrounded by a 5-foot vinyl privacy fence and complemented by an oversized outdoor shower with a dressing area--the perfect setup after a day on the sand or in the pool. The decks were reinforced and painted in 2025, with an additional slip-resistant silica finish added in 2026, and the pool received a new pump in 2026. Inside, the four-bedroom layout provides plenty of room for family and guests. Updates over the years include renovated bathrooms, granite in the kitchen with an updated backsplash, engineered hardwood flooring, replacement windows, French doors with retractable screens, and updated HVAC equipment. More recent improvements include a new water heater and water filtration system, exterior lighting, and extensive exterior maintenance including new Hardie Board siding. Elevated coastal construction provides generous space underneath the home for parking and storage, while the established landscaping and classic blue-and-white exterior give the property plenty of Ocean Isle Beach charm. With no HOA, this property offers flexibility whether you're searching for a primary residence, second home, or investment property. Located on the east side of Ocean Isle Beach, 190 E Second Street puts the island lifestyle right outside your door. Spend the morning at the beach, come home for a swim, rinse off in the outdoor shower and unwind on the porch as the day winds down. A transferable termite bond provides an added benefit for the next owner, while furniture and the golf cart are negotiable, offering the opportunity to make the transition to beach life even easier. 190 E Second Street isn't just a place near the beach, it's a home built for enjoying everything that makes Ocean Isle Beach living special.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1985
- Lot
- 0.11 acres
- Garage
- 1 space
- County
- Brunswick
- Price per sq ft
- $582
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle, Shingle
- Foundation
- Other, Pilings
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $3,090 / year (2026)
- Listed
- Sep 24, 2026
- MLS #
- 100604548
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- High Ceilings
- Solid Surface
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Furnished
- Blinds/Shades
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Wired for Data
- Tile
- Hardwood
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Washer
Outside
- Outdoor Shower
- Ocean
- Water
Parking
- Covered
- Gravel
- Concrete
- Off Street
- Tandem
- Garage
- Underhouse
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Central Air
Directions to 190 E Second Street
Travel over the OIB bridge onto the island. Turn left onto E Second Street. Continue east on E Second Street. Home will be on the right at 190 E Second Street.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 189 E Second Street, Ocean Isle Beach | May 21, 2026 | 4 / 5 | 2,110 | $905,000 | $429 |
| 172 E Second Street, Ocean Isle Beach | Oct 8, 2026 | 4 / 2 | 1,722 | $710,000 | $412 |
| 39 Lee Street, Ocean Isle Beach | Jun 1, 2026 | 4 / 3 | 1,710 | $1,245,000 | $728 |
| 26 Newport Street, Ocean Isle Beach | Aug 17, 2026 | 4 / 3 | 1,610 | $1,250,000 | $776 |
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 190 E Second 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.
Ocean Isle Beach property on a 0.11 acre lot, with 1,700 square feet across two stories. It has four bedrooms and two bathrooms, and the primary suite is on the main level. Walk-in closets, vaulted and high ceilings, and a mix of tile and hardwood flooring run through the interior. Appliances include an electric oven and cooktop, a built-in microwave, a dishwasher, a refrigerator, and a washer and dryer. Heating and cooling come from a heat pump with central air, and the property is furnished.
Outdoors, there is an in-ground private pool and an outdoor shower. Parking includes a one-space garage along with covered, tandem, and off-street spaces on gravel and concrete. The property has views of the ocean and water. It is not in a subdivision and is served by public utilities. Built in 1985, it sits within the town of Ocean Isle Beach.
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About 190 E Second Street
190 E Second Street is a 4-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,700 square feet, built in 1985, Ocean Isle Beach, Brunswick County, NC 28469.
At $989,500, it's 58% above the median asking price ($624,900) of the 61 other 4-bedroom listings for sale in Ocean Isle Beach today.
That's about $582 per square foot, compared with a Ocean Isle Beach median asking price of $257 per square foot.
Across ZIP 28469, 200 4-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $584,000.
It has been on the market for 42 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 190 E Second Street
How much is 190 E Second Street?
190 E Second Street is listed at $989,500 (about $582 per square foot) as of November 4, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 190 E Second Street have?
4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,700 square feet.
How long has 190 E Second Street been on the market?
42 days.
When was 190 E Second Street built?
1985.
Who is the listing broker for 190 E Second Street?
The Cheek Team (MLS #100604548). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 190 E Second Street?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.