522 W 1st Street, Ayden, NC 28513 – MLS# 100525379
Property Map
Street View
Courtesy of Roy Ellis, Compass Carolinas LLC
Description
Built in 1915 as a masonic hall and garage, this extraordinary property has stood as a landmark in Ayden for over a century. With original stamped tin ceilings that will take your breath away in the afternoon light and heart pine floors rich with history, the home blends old-world craftsmanship with modern comfort.The custom cherry and quartzite kitchen is a warm and inviting gathering space, while the versatile layout offers a private bedroom suite with its own entrance from the landing — ideal for guests, extended family, or an Airbnb retreat. A chairlift provides access for all to enjoy one floor living upstairs.Step outside to a spacious backyard outfitted with two EV chargers, perfect for the modern lifestyle. And when you want a taste of the neighborhood, you’re directly across the street from Gwendy’s Goodies and Fryday Nite Fish, two of Ayden’s local treasures. The downstairs storefront is currently rented to a great tenant who will stay. All this, just minutes from East Carolina University and ECU Health Medical Center, makes 522 First Street more than a home — it’s a place where history, community, and modern living come together. Ready to welcome its next chapter, this one-of-a-kind property is as unique as the life you’ll create here.
HOA Amenities
Property Details and Features
Property Access
- Road Type/Frontage: Alley,Public (City/Cty/St)
Appliances & Equipment
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Refrigerator
- Range
- Ice Maker
- Gas Oven
- Freezer
- Dryer
Basement
- None
Bathrooms
- 4 total bathrooms
- 4 full bathrooms
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
Building
- Heated SqFt Range: 7500 – 7999
- 7,670 heated sqft
- Built in 1915
- 2 stories
- 10 rooms
- Construction: See Remarks
- Porch/Balcony/Deck: None
- Stories/Levels: Two
Cooling
- Central Air
- Heat Pump
Dining Room
- Dining Room Type: Combination,Formal
Exterior Features
- Exterior Finish: Brick
Fence
- Back Yard
- Metal/Ornamental
Fireplaces
- None
Floors
- Concrete
- Wood
- Tile
Foundation
- Slab
Garage
- 2 driveway spaces
Water Features
- Natural Gas
Heating
- Heat Pump
Interior Features
- Apt/Suite
- High Ceilings
- Kitchen Island
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Bookcases
Laundry
- Laundry Location: Laundry Room
Listing
- Listed on 2025-08-15
- Construction Type: Stick Built
- List Price/SqFt: $78
- Terms: Cash,See Remarks,Commercial
Location
- County: Pitt
- Zip Code: 28513
- Latitude: 35.472927
- Longitude: -77.416626
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
- City Limits: Yes
Lot
- 8,712 sqft lot
- Lot Dimensions: 60 x 142.5
- 0.2 acres
- Lot Description: Corner Lot
Energy Saving
- Green Bldg Features: High Eff Toilets,Tankless Water Heater
Parking
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- Off Street
- On Street
Pool
- None
Possession
- At Closing
Property
- Zoning: B1
Roof
- Membrane
Schools
- School District: Pitt County Schools
Taxes
- Tax Assessed Value: $263,910
- Property Taxes: $3,209
- City Tax Rate: 3644
- Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
- Cable Available
- Water Connected
- Sewer Connected
- Natural Gas Connected