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Sold for $1,400,000
  • $1,400,000

    1126 Washington St, Cape May, NJ 08204

    4beds
    1,160sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1950
    6,200 Square Feet Lot
    $1,490,700 Zestimate®
    $1,207/sqft
    $2,969 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,490,700

    $1.34M - $1.67M

    $2,969/mo

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    What's special

    Cozy fireplaceAdditional bedroomsSerene backyard oasisPartial basementCape cod-style homeInviting sun porchBrick-paved driveway
    Tucked beneath a canopy of mature trees on picturesque Washington Street, this beautifully restored Cape Cod-style home offers timeless charm just steps from the Emlen Physick Estate, Cape May Tennis Club, and nearby parks. Enjoy a leisurely stroll to the vibrant Washington Street Mall, where boutique shops, fine dining, and local cafes await—or hop on your bike for a quick ride to the beach. Inside, this sun-filled cottage blends classic character with modern elegance. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout, complementing a welcoming living room with a cozy fireplace. The designer kitchen is a true centerpiece, featuring quartz countertops, a breakfast bar, and thoughtful details for the passionate home chef. A spacious dining area and inviting sun porch to provide the perfect settings for both relaxed mornings and entertaining evenings. French doors open to a serene backyard oasis—complete with a deck, patio, fire pit, outdoor shower, and a charming fenced yard with a storage building. The first-floor primary suite offers convenience and comfort with a full bath, while the second level boasts three additional bedrooms and another full bathroom, ideal for family or guests. Additional highlights include a brick-paved driveway, an attached one-car garage, a partial basement with interior and exterior access, efficient gas heat, central air conditioning, and leased solar panels to be assumed by the buyer. This is your opportunity to own a piece of Cape May’s charm—where history, style, and location come together effortlessly. Updates include new water line in 2025, new roof in 2024, now boiler and radiator in 2023, and new electrical wiring in 2023.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Nicholas Arena,

    HOMESTEAD REAL ESTATE CO. INC.

    Bought with:

    Kelley Niedoba, 1860809

    JERSEY CAPE REALTY

    Source: CMCAOR,MLS#: 251608MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Radiator, Radiant
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Storage, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Windows: Window Treatments
    • Basement: Partial,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Masonry Floors/Wall
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Gas
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,160
    • Total interior livable area: 1,160 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage, Attached, Garage Door Opener
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Deck
    • Exterior features: Sidewalks, Outdoor Shower
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 6,200 sqft
    • Dimensions: 62 x 100
    • Features: Interior Lot
    Details
    • Additional structures: Storage
    • Parcel number: 0201110000000018

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod,Cottage
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1950

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: City
    • Water: City

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Cape May

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/27/2025Sold$1,400,000+0%$1,207/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #251608 Report a problem
    6/13/2025Contingent$1,399,999$1,207/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #251608 Report a problem
    6/3/2025Listed for sale$1,399,999+27.3%$1,207/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #251608 Report a problem
    2/27/2023Sold$1,100,000-15.1%$948/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #223615 Report a problem
    1/19/2023Contingent$1,295,000$1,116/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #223615 Report a problem
    12/1/2022Listed for sale$1,295,000+223.7%$1,116/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #223615 Report a problem
    6/14/2002Sold$400,000$345/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,983 $471,400
    2024$4,983 -1.6%$471,400
    2023$5,063 +5.5%$471,400
    2022$4,799 +4.9%$471,400
    2021$4,573 -1.7%$471,400
    2020$4,653 +16.8%$471,400
    2019$3,983 $471,400
    2018$3,983 +1.6%$471,400
    2017$3,922 -3.8%$471,400
    2016$4,078 $471,400
    2015$4,078 +3.2%$471,400
    2014$3,950 +6.9%$471,400
    2012$3,696 +5.9%$471,400
    2011$3,488 -11.5%$471,400
    2010$3,941 +2.4%$471,400 +2%
    2009$3,848 +8.2%$462,000
    2008$3,557 $462,000
    2007$3,557 $462,000
    2006-- $462,000
    2005-- $462,000
    2004$3,511 $462,000 +162.4%
    2003-- $176,100
    2002-- $176,100
    2001-- $176,100

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    Neighborhood: 08204

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