About 1309 Bowen Avenue, Ocean Springs, Mississippi, 39564
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.
Utilities : Cable Not Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Water Available
Water Source : Public
Sewer Source : Public Sewer
Community Features : None
Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, No Garage, Parking Pad
Fencing : Back Yard, Chain Link, Partial, Wood
Exterior Features: Lighting
Lot Features : City Lot, Fenced, Few Trees, Near Beach
Patio And Porch Features : Front Porch
Architectural Style : Other, See Remarks
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Heating : Electric, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Construction Materials: Siding, HardiPlank Type
Interior Features: Soaking Tub, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting
Appliances : Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Windows Features: Aluminum Frames, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Shutters
Flooring : Wood, Softwood, See Remarks
Levels : One
LaundryFeatures : Laundry Room
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Utilities : Cable Not Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Water Available
Water Source : Public
Sewer Source : Public Sewer
Community Features : None
Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, No Garage, Parking Pad
Fencing : Back Yard, Chain Link, Partial, Wood
Exterior Features: Lighting
Lot Features : City Lot, Fenced, Few Trees, Near Beach
Patio And Porch Features : Front Porch
Architectural Style : Other, See Remarks
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Heating : Electric, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Construction Materials: Siding, HardiPlank Type
Interior Features: Soaking Tub, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting
Appliances : Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Windows Features: Aluminum Frames, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Shutters
Flooring : Wood, Softwood, See Remarks
Levels : One
LaundryFeatures : Laundry Room
Other Structures: Shed(s)

Street Address: 1309 Bowen Avenue
City: Ocean Springs
State: Mississippi
Postal Code: 39564
County: Jackson
Directions: 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

Property Information :
Listing Status: Active
Size: 1,600 Sqft
Lot Size: 0.14 Acres
MLS #: 4115696
Bedrooms: 3 bd
Bathrooms: 1.5 ba
Price: $850,000
Tax Amount: 3082
Construction Status: Built in 1945
Last Modified : Dec 16 2025 2:19AM

Courtesy of: Margaret Menendez, Coldwell Banker Alfonso Realty-OS-B/O (MLS# mgc.ofc485)
Source MLS: MLSUNITED