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1309 Bowen Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS 39564 (MLS# 4115696)

1309 Bowen Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS 39564

$850,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Square Footage: 1,600 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,098 Status: Active
Current Price: $850,000 List Date: 6/07/2025 Last Modified: 11/12/2025

Description

Now Offered at $850,000, these 2 beautifully restored homes with character - an exceptional find for this sought-after area - where properties of this caliber rarely come on the market. 2 HOMES - A FAMILY HOME, ALONG WITH A FULLY FURNISHED 800 SF INCOME PRODUCING GUEST HOUSE IN HEART OF DOWNTOWN OCEAN SPRINGS!! The separate Guest House offers its own kitchen, living room, bedroom and full bath - ideal for extended family, adult children or guests who appreciate privacy and independence. Whether you envision it as an in-law suite, studio, or income-producing rental, this flexible guest home provides endless possibilities. Move right in to make your dreams come true with this rare opportunity to own 2 thoroughly updated charming historic cottages. Perfectly located just one mile from the beach, Ocean Springs Harbor and Yacht Club and within the walkable, golf cart district, this property offers a blend of timeless Southern character and custom upgrades with modern comfort. This property features TWO fully renovated homes on one lot, perfect for multigenerational living, guests, or potentially generate income. Currently, 1307 Bowen Ave is a successful income producing, furnished vacation rental and is located within a permittable district in the heart of Ocean Springs. The main home exudes Southern charm with welcoming front door, porch and real working shutters. Inside greets you with the warmth of 200-year-old restored old heart of pine flooring throughout and 9' ceilings elegantly crowned with cove molding. Updates include all new plumbing and electrical systems, new metal roof, and new energy efficient HVAC, windows and doors. Inside, enjoy new sheetrock, insulation, ceiling fans and lighting throughout. The kitchen and bath feature custom cabinetry, granite countertops and new stainless appliances. The bathroom has a luxurious jetted soaking tub with rain shower and unlimited hot water with the new tankless gas water heater. You'll find extraordinarily large closets with new built-in drawers and shelving. Every detail has been thoughtfully restored, right down to the new hardware and doorknobs. The exterior of the home has new hardy plank for durability and adds to the curb appeal. A long concrete driveway was added to allow for extra rear parking and security with automatic outdoor lighting. The second cottage is equally historic, full of character, showcasing its original siding, doors and hardware, as well as an authentic screened back porch. This one bedroom, one bath home is approximately 800sf, can be sold furnished and has been equally renovated to match the quality and charm of the main home. It is currently used as a successful vacation rental. Located in the vibrant downtown core of Ocean Springs, you're literally steps away from popular restaurants, shops, art galleries, parks, live music, nightlife, Walter Anderson Museum, and iconic coast events such as Cruisin' the Coast and the Peter Anderson Festival. Whether you're looking for a charming personal residence with room for quests or your own vacation home to enjoy the destination coastal town of Ocean Springs, this property is truly one of a kind.

More Information MLS# 4115696

Address and Location Information

Parcel Number: 6-01-37-076.000 Directions to Property: Heading East on Bienville Blvd turn Right onto Holcomb Blvd. Turn Right onto Government St then Left on General Pershing. Turn Right on Bowen Ave. 1309 Bowen is on the Right N or S of I-10: S N or S of CSX Railroad Track: S Street Number: 1309 Street Name: Bowen Street Suffix: Avenue County: Jackson State: MS Zip Code: 39564 Subdivision: Metes And Bounds

Listing Information

Listing Service: Full Service Status: Active List Date: 2025-06-07 List Price: $850,000 Current Price: $850,000

General Property Information

New Construction: No Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Approx Lot Size Acres: 0.14 SqFt Source: Builder Additional H/C SqFt: 800 List Price/SqFt: 531.25 Year Built Source: Public Records Garage Spaces: 0 Carport Spaces: 0 Total Floors: 1 Bathrooms Half: 1 Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0 Fireplace: No Pool: No School District: Ocean Springs Dist Home Warranty: No Accessibility Features: No Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence Approx H/C SqFt: 1600 Year Built: 1945 Bedrooms Total: 3 Bathrooms Full: 1

Tax and Financial Information

Tax Annual Amount: 3082 Tax Year: 2024 Homestead Y/N: Yes Additional Exemptions Y/N: No Flood Insurance Required?: No Leasehold Y/N: No Sold In Previous 12 Months: No Association: No Covenants Y/N: No Legal Description: COM NEC SEC 37 S 359' W 508' FORPOB N 95' W 62' S 95' E 66' TO POB PT LOT 13 BLK 30 DB 1046-686 DB 1680-779 (315 MAP789.30-01)

Remarks & Miscellaneous

Public Remarks: Now Offered at $850,000, these 2 beautifully restored homes with character - an exceptional find for this sought-after area - where properties of this caliber rarely come on the market. 2 HOMES - A FAMILY HOME, ALONG WITH A FULLY FURNISHED 800 SF INCOME PRODUCING GUEST HOUSE IN HEART OF DOWNTOWN OCEAN SPRINGS!! The separate Guest House offers its own kitchen, living room, bedroom and full bath - ideal for extended family, adult children or guests who appreciate privacy and independence. Whether you envision it as an in-law suite, studio, or income-producing rental, this flexible guest home provides endless possibilities. Move right in to make your dreams come true with this rare opportunity to own 2 thoroughly updated charming historic cottages. Perfectly located just one mile from the beach, Ocean Springs Harbor and Yacht Club and within the walkable, golf cart district, this property offers a blend of timeless Southern character and custom upgrades with modern comfort. This property features TWO fully renovated homes on one lot, perfect for multigenerational living, guests, or potentially generate income. Currently, 1307 Bowen Ave is a successful income producing, furnished vacation rental and is located within a permittable district in the heart of Ocean Springs. The main home exudes Southern charm with welcoming front door, porch and real working shutters. Inside greets you with the warmth of 200-year-old restored old heart of pine flooring throughout and 9' ceilings elegantly crowned with cove molding. Updates include all new plumbing and electrical systems, new metal roof, and new energy efficient HVAC, windows and doors. Inside, enjoy new sheetrock, insulation, ceiling fans and lighting throughout. The kitchen and bath feature custom cabinetry, granite countertops and new stainless appliances. The bathroom has a luxurious jetted soaking tub with rain shower and unlimited hot water with the new tankless gas water heater. You'll find extraordinarily large closets with new built-in drawers and shelving. Every detail has been thoughtfully restored, right down to the new hardware and doorknobs. The exterior of the home has new hardy plank for durability and adds to the curb appeal. A long concrete driveway was added to allow for extra rear parking and security with automatic outdoor lighting. The second cottage is equally historic, full of character, showcasing its original siding, doors and hardware, as well as an authentic screened back porch. This one bedroom, one bath home is approximately 800sf, can be sold furnished and has been equally renovated to match the quality and charm of the main home. It is currently used as a successful vacation rental. Located in the vibrant downtown core of Ocean Springs, you're literally steps away from popular restaurants, shops, art galleries, parks, live music, nightlife, Walter Anderson Museum, and iconic coast events such as Cruisin' the Coast and the Peter Anderson Festival. Whether you're looking for a charming personal residence with room for quests or your own vacation home to enjoy the destination coastal town of Ocean Springs, this property is truly one of a kind.

Structure Type

House: 1

Architectural Style

Other: 1 See Remarks: 1

Lot Features

City Lot: 1 Fenced: 1 Few Trees: 1 Near Beach: 1

Levels

One: 1

Sewer

Public Sewer: 1

Water Source

Public: 1

Listing Terms

Bank Loan: 1 Cash: 1 Conventional: 1 FHA: 1 VA Loan: 1

Workshop Features

Workshop: No

Waterfront Features

Waterfront: No

Showing Requirements

Showing: Appointment Required Lockbox Location: Front Door

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s): 1 Crown Molding: 1 Eat-in Kitchen: 1 Granite Counters: 1 High Speed Internet: 1 His and Hers Closets: 1 Kitchen Island: 1 Pantry: 1 Recessed Lighting: 1 Soaking Tub: 1 Walk-In Closet(s): 1

Utilities

Cable Not Available: 1 Electricity Available: 1 Electricity Connected: 1 Water Available: 1

Special Purpose Rooms

Breakfast Area: 1

Kitchen Features

Custom Cabinets: 1 Granite Counters: 1 Kitchen Island: 1

Bathroom Features

Jetted Tub: 1 Soaking Tub: 1

Appliances

ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher: 1 ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator: 1 Free-Standing Gas Oven: 1 Free-Standing Gas Range: 1 Free-Standing Refrigerator: 1 Gas Water Heater: 1 Microwave: 1 Plumbed For Ice Maker: 1 Self Cleaning Oven: 1 Stainless Steel Appliance(s): 1 Tankless Water Heater: 1

Walls - Interior

Sheetrock: 1

Flooring

Softwood: 1 Wood: 1 See Remarks: 1

Window Features

Aluminum Frames: 1 ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows: 1 Shutters: 1

Door Features

ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors: 1

Laundry Features

Laundry Room: 1

Security Features

Carbon Monoxide Detector(s): 1 Prewired: 1 Security Lights: 1 Smoke Detector(s): 1

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s): 1 Central Air: 1 ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment: 1

Heating

Electric: 1 ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment: 1

Foundation Details

Pillar/Post/Pier: 1

Exterior Construction/Siding

HardiPlank Type: 1 Siding: 1

Roof

Metal: 1

Exterior Features

Lighting: 1

Patio And Porch Features

Front Porch: 1

Fencing

Back Yard: 1 Chain Link: 1 Partial: 1 Wood: 1

Driveway Features

Concrete Drive: 1

Parking Features

Concrete: 1 Driveway: 1 No Garage: 1 Parking Pad: 1

Other Structures

Shed(s): 1

Community Features

None: 1

Barn Features

Barn: No

Attic Features

Attic: No

Basement Features

Basement: No

Water Heater

Tankless: 1

Disclosures

Lead Paint: 1

Property Features

Structure Type: House Architectural Style: Other; See Remarks Lot Features: City Lot; Fenced; Few Trees; Near Beach Levels: One Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Crown Molding; Eat-in Kitchen; Granite Counters; High Speed Internet; His and Hers Closets; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Recessed Lighting; Soaking Tub; Walk-In Closet(s) Special Purpose Rooms: Breakfast Area Kitchen Features: Custom Cabinets; Granite Counters; Kitchen Island Bathroom Features: Jetted Tub; Soaking Tub Appliances: ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher; ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator; Free-Standing Gas Oven; Free-Standing Gas Range; Free-Standing Refrigerator; Gas Water Heater; Microwave; Plumbed For Ice Maker; Self Cleaning Oven; Stainless Steel Appliance(s); Tankless Water Heater Walls - Interior: Sheetrock Flooring: Softwood; Wood; See Remarks Window Features: Aluminum Frames; ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows; Shutters Door Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors Laundry Features: Laundry Room Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Prewired; Security Lights; Smoke Detector(s) Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air; ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment Heating: Electric; ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment Utilities: Cable Not Available; Electricity Available; Electricity Connected; Water Available Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier Listing Terms: Bank Loan; Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Roof: Metal Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch Exterior Features: Lighting Fencing: Back Yard; Chain Link; Partial; Wood Driveway Features: Concrete Drive Parking Features: Concrete; Driveway; No Garage; Parking Pad Other Structures: Shed(s) Community Features: None Water Heater: Tankless Disclosures: Lead Paint
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Alfonso Realty-OS-B/O
Listing Agent: Margaret O Menendez
Last Updated: November - 12 - 2025
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