Endless Potential in Ocean City’s Sought-After North end. Welcome to 221 Simpson Avenue—a rare opportunity to renovate or build your dream home in a desirable Ocean City neighborhood. Situated on a 40’ x 115’ lot, this property offers flexibility for a full-scale rehab or new construction. The sale includes approved architectural plans for lift & renovation and zoning permit, ready for you to start project. The sale also includes new windows and doors, providing a head start for those considering renovation. Whether you're a developer, builder, investor, or end-user, this Northend gem is bursting with potential. Being sold strictly as-is. Don’t miss your chance to create the ultimate beach retreat in America’s Greatest Family Resort.
Sold for $870,000
$870,000
221 Simpson Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
4,600 Square Feet Lot
$971,500 Zestimate®
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$4,573 Estimated rent
Home value
$971,500
$845,000 - $1.12M
$4,573/mo
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Listed by:
EMILY WILKINS 609-513-2029,
GOLDCOAST SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Bought with:
PETER MADDEN, 9805618
Source: SJSRMLS,MLS#: 595776
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 0
Heating
- See Remarks
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Property
Parking
- Parking features: See Remarks, None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 4,600 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 115
Details
- Parcel number: 7
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Ocean City
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $266,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,995
- Date on market: 5/1/2025
- Date available: 05/01/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2025 | Sold | $870,000-3.2% |
Source:  SJSRMLS #595776 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2025 | Pending sale | $899,000 |
Source: SJSRMLS #595776 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $899,000+38.3% |
Source: SJSRMLS #595775 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2023 | Sold | $650,000-9.1% |
Source: SJSRMLS #569983 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2023 | Listed for sale | $715,000 |
Source: SJSRMLS #569983 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,995 | $266,900 |
| 2024 | $2,995 +4.8% | $266,900 |
| 2023 | $2,859 +6.6% | $266,900 |
| 2022 | $2,682 +2.8% | $266,900 |
| 2021 | $2,610 +1.1% | $266,900 |
| 2020 | $2,581 +0.9% | $266,900 |
| 2019 | $2,557 | $266,900 |
| 2018 | $2,557 +5.6% | $266,900 |
| 2017 | $2,421 +1.3% | $266,900 |
| 2016 | $2,389 +1.5% | $266,900 |
| 2015 | $2,354 +4.8% | $266,900 |
| 2014 | $2,247 -10.9% | $266,900 +21.3% |
| 2013 | $2,521 +4.1% | $220,000 -31.7% |
| 2012 | $2,421 +2.6% | $322,000 |
| 2011 | $2,360 +3.8% | $322,000 |
| 2010 | $2,273 +4.4% | $322,000 |
| 2009 | $2,177 -10.7% | $322,000 |
| 2008 | $2,438 +3.1% | $322,000 +32.1% |
| 2007 | $2,365 | $243,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $243,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $243,800 |
| 2004 | $2,365 | $243,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $243,800 +77.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $137,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $137,500 |
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Neighborhood: 08226
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Ocean City Primary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Ocean City Intermediate SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10Ocean City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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