1117 Washington Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS 39564

$695,000
Property Type: Commercial Sale Square Footage: 2,444 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 16,988 Status: Active
Current Price: $695,000 List Date: 11/01/2025 Last Modified: 5/08/2026

Overview

Description

Dynamic Downtown Ocean Springs MS Opportunity INCREDIBLE LOCATION !!! Few locations capture the spirit and momentum of Ocean Springs quite like the corner of Washington Avenue and Bienville Boulevard. This parcel sits at the gateway to downtown a district nationally recognized for its arts, dining, and walkable coastal charm making it one of the most dynamic commercial opportunities on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Ocean Springs is more than just a beautiful small town; it's a year-round destination. The city's vibrant calendar of events from the Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival, which draws over 100,000 visitors each November, to the Pleasant's Halloween Festival, Mardi Gras parades, and Live Oak Arts Festival brings a steady flow of foot traffic, energy, and commerce through its historic downtown streets. Add to that the weekly farmers markets, art walks, and a lively music scene, and you've got an environment where community and commerce thrive together. This property's ...

Listing Details MLS# 4130369

General Property Information

Approx Lot Size Acres
0.39
Approx H/C SqFt
2444
SqFt Source
Public Records
List Price/SqFt
284.37
Year Built
1910
Year Built Source
Public Records
Total Floors
Yes
Accessibility Features
Yes
Property Sub Type
Business
New Construction
No

Property Features

Business Type: Accounting; Administrative and Support; Advertising; Arts and Entertainment; Books/Cards/Stationery Possible Use: Commercial; Development; Office Structure Type: House Ceiling Height: 11' - 12.9' Lot Features: City Lot Location: Downtown; Freestanding; Historic Area Square Footage Description: Ofc. Bldg Up to 2500 SF Flooring: Ceramic Tile; Wood Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Phone Available Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Parking Features: Gravel; Parking Lot Additional Transportation: City Street Flood Insurance: Subject to Survey Water Heater: Electric Price Includes: Building and Land

Address and Location Information

Street Number
1117
Street Name
Washington
Street Suffix
Avenue
County
Jackson
State
MS
Zip Code
39564
Nearest Cross Street
Bienville Blvd
Parcel Number
6-01-19-040.000
Directions to Property
From Bienville Blvd/Hwy 90 go to Church St take a right off Bienville and go North, at the Stop sign turn Right onto Iberville Dr and the property is on the right. You can pull in to the back parking lot. Building fronts Washington Ave.
N or S of I-10
S
N or S of CSX Railroad Track
N

Listing Information

Property Sub Type
Business
Listing Service
Full Service

Tax and Financial Information

Tax Annual Amount
4760
Tax Year
2024
Flood Insurance Required?
Subject to Survey
Leasehold Y/N
No
Legal Description
BEG SW INTERS WASHINGTON AVE & IBERVILLE ST S 122' S 81 DEG W 140' N 122' S 81 DEG E 140' TO POB DB 1346-530 (214 MAP784.19-03)

Auction

Auction
No

More Information

Showing Requirements

Showing
Appointment Required

Basement Features

Basement
No

Location

Downtown
Yes
Freestanding
Yes
Historic Area
Yes

Remarks & Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
Dynamic Downtown Ocean Springs MS Opportunity INCREDIBLE LOCATION !!! Few locations capture the spirit and momentum of Ocean Springs quite like the corner of Washington Avenue and Bienville Boulevard. This parcel sits at the gateway to downtown a district nationally recognized for its arts, dining, and walkable coastal charm making it one of the most dynamic commercial opportunities on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Ocean Springs is more than just a beautiful small town; it's a year-round destination. The city's vibrant calendar of events from the Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival, which draws over 100,000 visitors each November, to the Pleasant's Halloween Festival, Mardi Gras parades, and Live Oak Arts Festival brings a steady flow of foot traffic, energy, and commerce through its historic downtown streets. Add to that the weekly farmers markets, art walks, and a lively music scene, and you've got an environment where community and commerce thrive together. This property's proximity to all of it; restaurants, boutique shops, galleries, and the scenic Front Beach positions it as a front-row seat to Ocean Springs' ongoing boom. With the city's market seeing record-low vacancy rates, rising property values, and continued investment from local entrepreneurs and regional brands, the timing couldn't be better. Whether envisioned for retail, dining, professional services, or mixed-use, this site stands out not just for its visibility, but for its connection to the heartbeat of Ocean Springs â€'' a community that continues to grow, celebrate, and attract visitors from across the Gulf Coast. KEY INTERSECTION/ HIGH TRAFFIC The intersection of Washington Avenue and Bienville Blvd in Ocean Springs, MS, is a key junction in the area, likely experiencing significant traffic flow due to its strategic location. Bienville Blvd, being part of U.S. Highway 90, is a major thoroughfare that runs along the Gulf Coast, connecting various cities and facilitating both local and through traffic. Washington Avenue intersects with this busy boulevard, adding to the traffic volume due to local commuters, shoppers, and possibly tourists heading towards downtown Ocean Springs or nearby amenities and attractions. This intersection's proximity to commercial areas, residential neighborhoods, and possibly tourist attractions can contribute to a high volume of vehicles. The area is likely to see a mix of passenger vehicles, commercial trucks, and seasonal tourist traffic, making it a bustling point especially during peak hours and holiday seasons. ZONING CH / The ''CH'' zoning at 1117 Washington Ave in Ocean Springs, MS stands for Regional Commercial, a zone intended for the most intense mixed-use commercial development, allowing for a mix of commercial, office, and residential uses.

Structure Type

House
Yes

Possible Use

Commercial
Yes
Development
Yes
Office
Yes

Business Type

Accounting
Yes
Administrative and Support
Yes
Advertising
Yes
Arts and Entertainment
Yes
Books/Cards/Stationery
Yes

Lot Features

City Lot
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Water Source

Public
Yes

Listing Terms

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Utilities

Cable Available
Yes
Electricity Connected
Yes
Phone Available
Yes

Ceiling Height

11' - 12.9'
Yes

Square Footage Description

Ofc. Bldg Up to 2500 SF
Yes

Flooring

Ceramic Tile
Yes
Wood
Yes

Cooling

Central Air
Yes

Heating

Central
Yes

Exterior Construction/Siding

HardiPlank Type
Yes

Parking Features

Gravel
Yes
Parking Lot
Yes

Flood Insurance

Subject to Survey
Yes

Water Heater

Electric
Yes

Price Includes

Building and Land
Yes

Additional Transportation

City Street
Yes
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Alfonso Realty-OS-B/O
Listing Agent: Kim R Bush
Last Updated: May - 08 - 2026
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