Welcome to your perfect North Cape May retreat! This beautifully renovated ranch sits on a 60x125 lot just a short stroll from the Delaware Bay beaches — with sidewalks and no busy roads to cross, it’s an easy, safe walk to catch those unforgettable sunsets. Step inside to find a bright, open layout featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, with luxury vinyl flooring throughout, a stylish tiled bath with tub/shower, and a kitchen with center island, breakfast nook, and stainless-steel appliances. Enjoy year-round comfort with central air, natural gas heat, and city water and sewer — everything has been done so you can start enjoying right away. The backyard is where this home truly shines. Relax and entertain around your heated 14x30 fiberglass saltwater pool with a sunshelf, LED lighting and smartphone-controlled features and backed by Latham Pool's Lifetime Limited Warranty. The large paver patio provides plenty of space for lounging, while the brand-new 600sf (20x30) pole barn offers endless possibilities for storage, hobbies, or even a workshop. The attached covered bar area with sink, beer tap, beverage fridge, and TV creates the ultimate hangout spot, complete with a hot-and-cold outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach. Located just minutes from Historic Cape May and the excitement of the Wildwood Boardwalk, and close to local dining, shops, and the Cape May–Lewes Ferry, this home offers the ideal blend of convenience, relaxation, and seaside fun. Whether you’re looking for a second home or a vacation rental investment, this one checks all the boxes! Call today for additional information or to schedule a private tour!
Sold for $720,000
$720,000
402 Whildam Ave, Cape May, NJ 08204
2beds
720sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
7,500 Square Feet Lot
$720,300 Zestimate®
$1,000/sqft
$3,639 Estimated rent
Home value
$720,300
$670,000 - $771,000
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Central airBeautifully renovated ranchNatural gas heatKitchen with center islandStainless-steel appliancesBreakfast nookLuxury vinyl flooring throughout
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Listed by:
Brian Groetsch, Jr 609-972-6339,
RE/MAX SURFSIDE,
Christine Rothwell,GRI,ABR,CRS,
RE/MAX SURFSIDE
Bought with:
Brian Groetsch, Jr, 0451111
RE/MAX SURFSIDE
Source: CMCAOR,MLS#: 260316
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Area
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 720
- Total interior livable area: 720 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Stone Driveway, 4 car parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Enclosed/Covered Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Outdoor Shower
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Fenced
- Frontage length: 60
Lot
- Size: 7,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60 x 125
- Features: Interior Lot, Mainland
Details
- Parcel number: 0500625000000006
- Zoning: R3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Cape May
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,000/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $206,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,187
- Date on market: 2/12/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Sold | $720,000+0%$1,000/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Contingent | $719,900$1,000/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Price change | $719,900-0.7%$1,000/sqft |
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| 4/2/2026 | Price change | $724,900-3.3%$1,007/sqft |
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| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,900$1,042/sqft |
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| 11/3/2025 | Listing removed | $749,900$1,042/sqft |
Source:  SJSRMLS #600601 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Price change | $749,900-3.2%$1,042/sqft |
Source: CMCAOR #252752 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $774,900+193.5%$1,076/sqft |
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| 8/7/2020 | Sold | $264,000+3.6%$367/sqft |
Source: CMCAOR #190660 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2020 | Price change | $254,900-1.9%$354/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 ALLIANCE - NCM #190660 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2020 | Price change | $259,900-3.7%$361/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Alliance #190660 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2019 | Listed for sale | $269,900+107.6%$375/sqft |
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| 9/19/2019 | Sold | $130,000-23.1%$181/sqft |
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| 8/16/2019 | Pending sale | $169,000$235/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sol Needles Real Estate #188551 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2019 | Price change | $169,000-5.6%$235/sqft |
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| 7/22/2019 | Price change | $179,000-10.1%$249/sqft |
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| 7/10/2019 | Listed for sale | $199,000$276/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,049 | $206,500 |
| 2024 | $4,049 -1.9% | $206,500 +10.3% |
| 2023 | $4,128 +17.3% | $187,200 |
| 2022 | $3,519 +12.9% | $187,200 +11.1% |
| 2021 | $3,117 +14.5% | $168,500 +11.7% |
| 2020 | $2,722 +10.1% | $150,900 |
| 2019 | $2,472 | $150,900 |
| 2018 | $2,472 -5.7% | $150,900 |
| 2017 | $2,620 +3.3% | $150,900 |
| 2016 | $2,535 +3.4% | $150,900 |
| 2015 | $2,452 +2.1% | $150,900 |
| 2014 | $2,402 +4.2% | $150,900 -11% |
| 2013 | $2,305 +0.1% | $169,600 |
| 2012 | $2,303 +0.5% | $169,600 |
| 2011 | $2,291 -0.5% | $169,600 |
| 2010 | $2,303 +4.6% | $169,600 -14.9% |
| 2009 | $2,201 +4.1% | $199,200 |
| 2008 | $2,114 +55.7% | $199,200 |
| 2007 | $1,357 | $199,200 +220.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $62,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $62,100 |
| 2004 | $1,208 | $62,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $62,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $62,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $62,100 |
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Neighborhood: North Cape May
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