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Sold for $1,175,000
  • $1,175,000

    301 Frances Ave, Villas, NJ 08251

    3beds
    1,353sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1975
    0.26 Acres Lot
    $1,324,000 Zestimate®
    $868/sqft
    $2,891 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,324,000

    $1.20M - $1.44M

    $2,891/mo

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    What's special

    New outdoor showerBrick fireplaceLoft styleContemporary beach homeGreat water viewsNew single drawer dishwasherFishing poles
    Location! Location! Location! A one-of-a-kind, beautiful, Delaware Bayfront home, 301 Frances Avenue offers amazing unimpeded, nonstop views of the beach and gorgeous sunsets AND a modern, contemporary beach home nestled in the sand dunes. Enter and find the desirable open concept space, including a living room with a soaring cathedral ceiling, brick fireplace, and sliding doors leading out to your large deck. There you can peacefully sunbathe, sit at your outdoor dining table and enjoy a meal, friendly conversation, or quietly enjoy the solitude of your very private, fenced in yard. The living room opens into the dining area with great water views. A modern kitchen features newer cabinets, stainless steel appliances including a natural gas stove and new single drawer dishwasher, and quartz counters. Two roomy bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a laundry closet complete the first floor. The loft style, primary bedroom suite encompasses the second floor, and includes a large bedroom, walk in closet, and a second full bathroom. The exceptional outdoor space cannot be overstated. This home is located on a huge 50 X 225 lot which stretches from your sandy ‘backyard’ all the way to Beach Avenue. The Beach Avenue end of the lot is undeveloped and offers many possibilities including possible sub-division. The property also includes a new outdoor shower, and a 2-car detached garage with plenty of room for your car, kayaks, bicycles, fishing poles, beach toys, and more. There is natural gas heat with a new HVAC system and new hot water heater. The Delaware Bay is home to bald eagles, dolphins, even whales, the most beautiful sunsets, awesome horseshoe crab nesting, world famous bird migration, and much more. Here on the natural and unguarded beach you can stroll, sunbathe, walk your dog, fish, swim, kayak, and observe amazing sunsets, and more. This home is perfect for full time living, as your second home at the shore, or a great investment. It has been a very successful and popular vacation rental property. Nearby area attractions include Cox Hall Creek Wildlife area, Cape May Lewes Ferry, Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May City, Cape May Point, Cape May Lighthouse, Wildwood, and many local farms, restaurants, wineries, breweries, and distilleries. Don’t delay - Check out this move in ready home today. OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED 10/27/23

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Laurie Schiffelbein 609-408-2021,

    Tim Kerr Sotheby's International Realty - cm

    Bought with:

    Non-Member Non-Member

    Non Member

    Source: CMCAOR,MLS#: 232495MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Laundry Closet
    Features
    • Cathedral Ceiling(s)
    • Flooring: Laminate
    • Basement: Crawl Space,Exterior Entry
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,353
    • Total interior livable area: 1,353 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage, 2 Car, Detached
    • Has garage: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, See Remarks
    • Fencing: Fenced
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    • Waterfront features: Bay Front, Waterfront
    Lot
    • Size: 0.26 Acres
    • Dimensions: 50 x 225
    • Features: Corner Lot, See Remarks
    Details
    • Parcel number: 05002290100005

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1975

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: City
    • Water: City

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Villas

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/17/2023Sold$1,175,000-5.6%$868/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #232495 Report a problem
    10/30/2023Contingent$1,245,000$920/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #232495 Report a problem
    10/24/2023Price change$1,245,000-3.9%$920/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #232495 Report a problem
    9/16/2023Listed for sale$1,295,000+48%$957/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #232495 Report a problem
    12/8/2021Sold$875,000-2.7%$647/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #213995 Report a problem
    11/16/2021Contingent$899,000$664/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #213995 Report a problem
    10/29/2021Listed for sale$899,000+100.9%$664/sqft
    Source: CMCAOR #213995 Report a problem
    11/18/2019Sold$447,400-0.6%$331/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/9/2019Pending sale$449,900$333/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX At the Shore #189745 Report a problem
    9/23/2019Listed for sale$449,900$333/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX At The Shore #189745 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,471 $381,000
    2024$7,471 -1.6%$381,000
    2023$7,590 +6.4%$381,000
    2022$7,136 +1.7%$381,000
    2021$7,018 +2.4%$381,000
    2020$6,850 +2.3%$381,000
    2019$6,694 $381,000
    2018$6,694 +1.4%$381,000
    2017$6,603 +3.3%$381,000
    2016$6,393 +3.8%$381,000
    2015$6,161 -0.8%$381,000
    2014$6,211 +4.1%$381,000 -13.6%
    2013$5,964 $440,800 +198.6%
    2005-- $147,600

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 08251

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