161 Main St

Bay St. Louis, MS 39520

$995,000
Price
17,424 / 0.4
Lot Size / Acres
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Description

Endless possibilities await with this prime C-1 zoned commercial property at the desirable corner of Main Street and 2nd Street—in the heart of historic Old Town Bay St. Louis. This rare double-frontage lot offers maximum visibility and access from two of the area's most desirable streets, surrounded by popular restaurants, shops, galleries, and coastal attractions. Zoned C-1 Commercial, this property allows for a wide range of uses, including multi-family, retail, professional office, or mixed-use...Endless possibilities await with this prime C-1 zoned commercial property at the desirable corner of Main Street and 2nd Street—in the heart of historic Old Town Bay St. Louis. This rare double-frontage lot offers maximum visibility and access from two of the area's most desirable streets, surrounded by popular restaurants, shops, galleries, and coastal attractions. Zoned C-1 Commercial, this property allows for a wide range of uses, including multi-family, retail, professional office, or mixed-use development—making it an ideal investment for those looking to capitalize on the thriving Old Town market and steady year-round tourism. Enjoy the charm, foot traffic, and energy of Bay St. Louis' bustling downtown while creating your own landmark space just steps from the beach and marina. Bring your vision to life in one of the most sought-after coastal markets on the Mississippi Gulf Coast—Old Town Bay St. Louis!
  1. Listed by Regan Kane • Brokerage DRE #574 • John McDonald Realty, LLC
    P: (228)-363-0331 regan@johnmcdonaldrealty.com

Property Details for 161 Main Street

Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
Beach Access
LISTING UPDATED: 03/30/2026 06:34 AM

Property Details for 161 Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #4130943
Days on Market196
Taxes$6,397 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Unimproved Commercial Lot for Sale
Year Built-
Lot Size0.40 AC
CountyHancock County
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Location

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Building Information for 161 Main Street

Lot Size0.40 AC

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$5,491 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,958

Property Taxes

$533

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 161 Main Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Boating, Fishing, Hiking/Walking Trails, Marina, Near Entertainment, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Subdivision Name: Metes And Bounds
  • Latitude: 30.31
  • Longitude: -89.33
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Tax Legal Description: 1ST WARD B.S.L. PT. 527
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,397.00
  • Tax and Financial Information:Tax Annual Amount: $6,397.00
  • Tax and Financial Information:Tax Year: 2,024.00
  • Tax and Financial Information:Homestead Y/N: No
  • Tax and Financial Information:Additional Exemptions Y/N: No
  • Tax and Financial Information:Flood Insurance Required?: No
  • Tax and Financial Information:Leasehold Y/N: No
  • Tax and Financial Information:Association: No
  • Tax and Financial Information:Covenants Y/N: No
  • Tax and Financial Information:Legal Description: 1ST WARD B.S.L. PT. 527
School Information
  • District High School: Bay St. Louis Waveland Dist
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Cleared, Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Area: 0.4
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 17424.0
  • Land Details:Road Frontage: 280
  • Waterfront Features:Waterfront: No
  • Waterfront Features:Beach Access: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Land
  • Property Sub Type: Unimproved Commercial Lot for Sale
  • Current Use: Vacant
  • Possible Use: Commercial, Multi-Family, Retail
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • General Property Information:Property Sub Type: Unimproved Commercial Lot for Sale
  • General Property Information:Approx Lot Size Acres: .40
  • General Property Information:Expandable Area: No
  • General Property Information:Divisible: No
  • General Property Information:School District: Bay St. Louis Waveland Dist
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Workshop Features:Workshop Features Workshop: No
  • Horse Amenities:Horse Amenities: No
Interior Features
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: .00
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: .00

Property History for 161 Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

GCAOR MLS #4130943

$995,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/07/2025

Listed (Active)

GCAOR MLS #4130943

$995,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 161 Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$53,438Additions-Total$53,438
Tax Record2025$6,146 ($512 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleMiscellaneous Vacant LandCountyHANCOCKAPN149L-0-29-020.000

Schools near 161 Main Street

This home is within Bay St Louis Waveland School Dist.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Waveland Elementary School
Public - PK to 2
North Bay Elementary School
Public - 3 to 6
Bay Waveland Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Bay High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Waveland Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

North Bay Elementary School
Public3 to 6

Bay Waveland Middle School
Public6 to 8

Bay High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 161 Main Street, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520

161 Main Street is a 0.4 ac of land for sale in Bay St. Louis, MS 39520. This property was listed for sale on November 7, 2025 by John McDonald Realty, LLC, it's currently listed at $995,000. This listing's school district is Bay St Louis Waveland School Dist. Nearby schools include Waveland Elementary School, North Bay Elementary School and Bay Waveland Middle School. 161 Main Street is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 0.4 ac of land on a 17,424 sq. ft. / 0.4 acres lot.

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