Waterfront - Primary on Main
Address
1207 Lafayette Street, Cape May, NJ
Price
$ 2,250,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#262424
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyCAPE MAY
  • CityCape May
  • AreaCape May
  • NeighborhoodCape May City
  • Zip08204
  • StyleTwo Story,Contemporary,Cottage
  • Year Built1930
  • Taxes$ 5224
  • Price$ 2,250,000
  • Bedrooms4
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage1575
Data Source:
Cape May County MLS (CMCAR)
Property Description

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR DEVELOPERS AND HOMEBUYERS: Already subdivided waterfront property offering existing Cape May cottage on one lot and a second lot with 1.01 acres of vacant land facing the Cape Island Creek in the City of Cape May. The front lot (Lot 82.01) is 7,500 sq. ft. (50' x 150') with a four bedroom and two full bathrooms in a 1930s cottage that has been recently undergone significant renovations for immediate use. The new owner can add the finishing touches to personalize this home. This two-story cottage has a full concrete basement with interior and exterior access. With 11 total rooms, this home has an enclosed front porch, living room, den, kitchen, dining room, bedroom, and one full bath on the first floor. The open second floor can accommodate two bedrooms and one full bath. The kitchen has new appliances, new cabinets, and new wood flooring. The concrete driveway for this house can easily accommodate three vehicles. Operational window air conditioners are in place for all rooms. Heat is natural gas with radiators and is multi-zoned. There is an EV charging unit on the exterior of this house. The back lot (Lot 82.02) is 1.01 acres and is 65 feet wide and runs to the Cape Island Creek. Access is by a 15-foot dedicated driveway from Lafayette Street to the lot and is not part of Lot 82.01. This vacant lot is cleared with the opportunity to construct a new custom home with a pool on the plot as well as beautiful views of environmental. grassy sound with its variety of wildlife and habitat. This entire property is situated in the R-2 zone. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for visionary developers and homebuyers in the America's highly valued Oldest Seashore Resort which is a nationally designated Historic Landmark District!

Price History
8/31/2026 Listed $2,250,000

General Features

Heating Gas Natural,Radiant,Hot Water
Cooling Window Air Conditioning
Possession At Settlement
Zoning R-2
Water Public
Sewer Public
Construction Two Story,Contemporary,Cottage
Full Baths 2
Year Built 1930
Other Rooms Living Room,Dining Room,Kitchen,Den/TV Room,Recreation/Family,Pantry,Laundry/Utility Room,1st Floor Primary Bedroom,Laundry Closet
County Cape May
Class RESIDENTIAL
Type Single Family
Lot Number 82,01-02
Tax Year 2025
New Construction Y/N No
Associated Document Count 2
Status ACTIVE
Sale/Rent For Sale
Bank Owned No
Location Bay Front,Cleared Lot,Inside Lot,See Remarks,Water Front,Historical District
City Cape May
Taxes 5224.54
DOM 10
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 1428.57
Seasonal Year Round Use

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Wood Flooring,Smoke/Fire Alarm,Storage
Basement Full,Outside Entrance,Inside Entrance,Masonry Floors/Wall
Beds 4
Total Baths 2
Appliances Included Range,Oven,Microwave Oven,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Dishwasher,Smoke/Fire Detector,Stove Natural Gas
Hot Water Gas- Natural
Total Rooms 11

Exterior Features

Exterior Concrete,Vinyl,Wood,Masonry Block
Exterior Amenities Cable TV,Sidewalks,Electric Vehicle Charger
Frontage 65
House Color Plum and Lilac
Parking/Garage Parking Pad,3 Car,Concrete Driveway
Lot Dimensions 7500;43996
Lot Size 1-5 Acres

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 08204

Price
AVG $1.17M
$2.25M
Year Built
AVG 1975
1930
Visits
AVG 67
2
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