Opportunity awaits at 2016 Haven Ave in the heart of Ocean City! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath bungalow sits on an oversized 4,600 sq ft buildable lot in one of the island’s most desirable locations—ideal for investors, developers, or buyers looking to create their dream shore home. Located just a few minutes’ walk to the beach on a quiet, low-traffic street with no through traffic, this property is surrounded by beautiful newer high-end construction, with multiple neighboring homes already redeveloped. Enjoy direct access to the Haven Avenue bike path and an unbeatable location less than one block from the Ocean City Community Center featuring a pool, senior center, library, baseball fields, and tennis courts. Conveniently located near popular local favorites including Uncle Bill’s Pancake House, Nauti Donuts, and Aunt Betty's Ice cream while also being close to the bay and nearby nature sanctuary for outdoor enjoyment. Rare redevelopment potential in a prime Ocean City location with strong precedent for luxury new construction throughout the block.
For sale
$1,599,000
2016 Haven Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
3beds
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Get pre-qualified$9,059/mo
Single Family Residence
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What's special
- 82 days |
- 771 |
- 15 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Patricia Gesswein,
Houwzer, Inc
Source: SJSRMLS,MLS#: 608115
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, W/W Carpet
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage, Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
Lot
- Dimensions: 40 feet wide by
Details
- Parcel number: 12
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Face, See Remarks
Condition
- New construction: No
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Ocean City
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $352,900
- Annual tax amount: $4,094
- Date on market: 5/21/2026
- Date available: 05/21/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000 |
Source:  SJSRMLS #608115 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,960 | $352,900 |
| 2024 | $3,960 +4.8% | $352,900 |
| 2023 | $3,780 +6.6% | $352,900 |
| 2022 | $3,547 +2.8% | $352,900 |
| 2021 | $3,451 +1.1% | $352,900 |
| 2020 | $3,413 +0.9% | $352,900 |
| 2019 | $3,381 | $352,900 |
| 2018 | $3,381 +5.6% | $352,900 |
| 2017 | $3,201 +1.3% | $352,900 |
| 2016 | $3,158 +1.5% | $352,900 |
| 2015 | $3,113 +4.8% | $352,900 |
| 2014 | $2,971 -11.4% | $352,900 -20.9% |
| 2012 | $3,355 +2.6% | $446,200 |
| 2011 | $3,271 +3.8% | $446,200 |
| 2010 | $3,150 +4.4% | $446,200 |
| 2009 | $3,016 +8.4% | $446,200 |
| 2008 | $2,783 +3.1% | $446,200 +60.3% |
| 2007 | $2,700 | $278,300 |
| 2006 | -- | $278,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $278,300 |
| 2004 | $2,700 | $278,300 |
| 2003 | -- | $278,300 +84.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $150,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $150,900 |
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Neighborhood: 08226
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Ocean City Intermediate SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Ocean City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Ocean City Primary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 1.6 mi
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