Welcome to 1261 Virginia Avenue, a charming coastal retreat nestled in a desirable Cape May neighborhood. This inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy everything Cape May has to offer, whether you're searching for a year-round residence, vacation getaway, or investment property. The front of the home was recently renovated to incorporate the former enclosed porch into the main living area, creating a larger, brighter, and more comfortable living space. As part of the renovation, a dedicated laundry closet with additional storage was also added, providing both convenience and functionality. The home offers three bedrooms, providing plenty of room for family and guests, along with a recently renovated full bathroom. The functional layout creates an easy flow throughout the home while still offering an opportunity for a new owner to add their own personal touches. Outside, enjoy the relaxed Cape May lifestyle from the new deck, providing a great space for outdoor dining, summer barbecues, entertaining, or simply unwinding after a day at the beach. Conveniently located close to Cape May's beautiful beaches, renowned restaurants, shopping, and historic downtown, this property combines the charm of a classic Shore home with several important recent improvements. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, summer retreat, or investment opportunity, 1261 Virginia Avenue is a wonderful opportunity to own a piece of Cape May and enjoy the Shore lifestyle for years to come.
Pending
$939,900
1261 Virginia Ave, Cape May, NJ 08204
3beds
976sqft
Ranch
Built in ----
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$975,600 Zestimate®
$963/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 80 days
- 169
- 2
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
JEANINE CABRERA,
CABRERA COASTAL REAL ESTATE
Source: SJSRMLS,MLS#: 610866
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Stove, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Storage
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 976
- Total interior livable area: 976 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Parking Pad, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Outdoor Shower, Patio
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 125
Details
- Parcel number: 1137
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Ranch
Materials
- Brick Face, Masonry/Block, Vinyl
Condition
- New construction: No
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke/Fire Alarm
Location
- Region: Cape May
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $963/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $373,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,080
- Date on market: 8/1/2026
- Date available: 08/01/2026
Estimated market value
$975,600
$907,000 - $1.05M
$2,080/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2026 | Pending sale | $939,900$963/sqft |
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| 8/27/2026 | Contingent | $939,900$963/sqft |
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| 8/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $939,900+476.6%$963/sqft |
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| 9/14/2000 | Sold | $163,000$167/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,080 +3.4% | $373,300 |
| 2025 | $3,946 | $373,300 |
| 2024 | $3,946 -1.6% | $373,300 |
| 2023 | $4,009 +5.5% | $373,300 |
| 2022 | $3,800 +4.9% | $373,300 |
| 2021 | $3,621 -1.7% | $373,300 |
| 2020 | $3,684 +6% | $373,300 |
| 2019 | $3,475 | $373,300 |
| 2018 | $3,475 +11.9% | $373,300 |
| 2017 | $3,106 -3.8% | $373,300 |
| 2016 | $3,229 | $373,300 |
| 2015 | $3,229 +3.2% | $373,300 |
| 2014 | $3,128 +6.9% | $373,300 |
| 2012 | $2,927 +5.9% | $373,300 |
| 2011 | $2,762 -5.8% | $373,300 |
| 2010 | $2,932 +4.4% | $373,300 +10.8% |
| 2009 | $2,807 +8.2% | $337,000 |
| 2008 | $2,595 | $337,000 |
| 2007 | $2,595 | $337,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $337,000 +0.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $335,100 |
| 2004 | $2,547 | $335,100 +196.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $113,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $113,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $113,100 |
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