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Property Description
Step back in time with this charming 1900-built home featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Currently tenant-occupied on a month-to-month lease, the tenant would love the opportunity to stay but is also willing to vacate if needed - giving flexibility for both investors and homeowners. This property is a wonderful opportunity to expand your investment portfolio with steady rental potential, or to purchase a historic home and add your own updates, creativity, and charm. With its character and possibilities, this home is ready for someone to reimagine its next chapter. (Please note: Photos are from prior to tenant occupancy).
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 521 E 1st St
General
- Price: $127,400
- Taxes: $943
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Triad_MLS
- MLS ID: 1195515
- Updated: 1/8/2026
- Added to Site: 126 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Appliances: Free-Standing Range, Cooktop, Electric Water Heater
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- 1st/Main Floor Primary: Yes
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Connection, Washer Hookup
Exterior
- Patio/Terrace: Yes
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- County: Davidson
- Subdivision: None
- Driving Directions: From Lexington: go East on E. Center St. Go left on N. Cecil St. Go right on E. 1st St. Ext. House will be on left.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Electric
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Stories/Levels: One
- Heated/Cooled: 1,040 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.215
- Lot Dimensions: see ta x card
- Fencing (Description): None
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Acre: $592,558.1395
- Tax Amount: $943.46
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Owner Sale
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 521 E 1st St
School District:Lexington City Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
South Lexington School 1000 Cotton Grove Road, Lexington, NC 27292 | PK-K | 1.8 mi |
Lexington Middle School 100 West Hemstead Street, Lexington, NC 27292 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Lexington Senior High School 26 Penry Street, Lexington, NC 27292 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 521 E 1st St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/08/2026
Price Reduced
$127,400
-1.92%
MLS
11/06/2025
Price Reduced
$129,900
-3.78%
MLS
9/12/2025
Listed
$135,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 521 E 1st St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$936
—
$72,020
—
2024
$936
-1%
$72,020
—
2023
$943
—
$72,020
—
2022
$943
1%
$72,020
—
2021
$936
161%
$72,020
163%
2019
$358
—
$27,360
—
2018
$358
—
$27,360
—
2017
$358
—
$27,360
—
2016
$358
4%
$27,360
—
2015
$345
2%
$27,360
2%
2014
$339
—
$26,940
—
2013
$339
—
$26,940
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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521 E 1st Street, Lexington, NC 27292 (MLS# 1195515) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 521 E 1st Street is currently listed for $127,400 and was received on September 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 521 E 1st Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lexington? You can browse all Lexington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

