521 E 1st St, Lexington, NC, 27292
About This Home
Built in 1900, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers historic character with room to make it your own. Recently refreshed with selective painting and floor improvements, the interior feels bright and inviting while still leaving space for thoughtful updates and personal touches. Tucked at the end of a quiet dead-end street, the setting offers reduced through traffic and a peaceful atmosphere while remaining convenient to everyday amenities. Whether you appreciate the craftsmanship of an early 20th-century home, are searching for a first home with personality, value privacy in a low-traffic setting, or see long-term hold potential, this property provides flexibility, character, and opportunity in a serene location.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Stick/Site Built,Residential,Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Free-Standing Range,Cooktop,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Dryer Connection,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Finished area above ground: 1,040
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Electric
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,040
- Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 11066000H0008
- Zoning: TN
- Special condition: Owner Sale
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Lot size: 0.21 Acres
- Features: Not in Flood Zone
- Lot size dimensions: see ta x card
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Ice Storm
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Davidson County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $601 | $7,212 |
| Home Insurance * | $54 | $648 |
| Property Taxes | $54 | $648 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $909 | $10,908 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-28 | Price change | $129,000 |
| 2026-02-25 | Listed for sale | $135,000 |
| 2026-01-21 | Listing removed | $127,400 |
| 2026-01-08 | Price change | $127,400 |
| 2025-11-06 | Price change | $129,900 |
| 2025-09-12 | Listed for sale | $135,000 |
| 2023-08-15 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-07-19 | Listed for rent | $895 |
| 2020-08-19 | Listing removed | $695 |
| 2020-07-27 | Price change | $695 |
| 2020-07-16 | Listed for rent | $750 |
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