For Sale

$1,800,000

For sale

1135 Wa••••• St (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Cape May, NJ 08204

3Beds

2Baths

1,741Sq Ft Living

-Sq Ft Lot

1931Year Built

Property Description

What makes Cape May, Cape May? Does a 1931 home, meticulously renovated and set along a tree lined street surrounded by historic charm and Victorian architecture, match what you pictured? If so, drop what you are doing. 1135 Washington Street is the opportunity you have been waiting for. This thoughtfully restored home has all the hard work done for you, blending the character newer homes often lack with modern design and convenience. From premium hand split cedar shake siding to an inviting enclosed porch with preserved original wood windows, the curb appeal is undeniable. You will immediately appreciate the private three-vehicle driveway, a coveted asset in the City of Cape May where off-street parking is frequently nonexistent. An archway leads past an enclosed outdoor shower to a private backyard, providing a sunny lawn and a broad, tree shaded patio ideal for gatherings. The smart layout provides maximum use of the 34 by 117 foot lot. Step inside to an enclosed porch sitting area that seamlessly transitions into a formal sitting room. Past this space, a formal dining room sits adjacent to a tastefully updated full bathroom with designer finishes and a stacked laundry closet. At the heart of the main level, an updated kitchen with a prep island flows into an expansive second living room. Featuring vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and a cozy wood burning fireplace, it is easy to imagine taking in Cape May's holiday ambience and sitting by the fire after a late autumn stroll. A screened in porch completes this level with direct access to the backyard. The staircase stands out as a distinct architectural highlight, bringing warmth to the main living area as it leads upstairs. The second floor offers three bedrooms and a deceptively spacious full bathroom featuring built in linen shelving and a large walk in shower. The layout includes a central room at the landing, a rear bedroom, and a bedroom spanning the front of the home with dual closets and views of historic Washington Street. What appears to be a standard closet door in the first-floor bathroom opens to a standout feature: a full, exceptionally clean basement. Completely overhauled by the current owner, this space houses the home's mechanical systems, including the HVAC furnace, on demand tankless water heater, and security system. It also offers dedicated front storage with interior and exterior hatch access, as well as a convenient walk-out exterior door leading to the side driveway. Offering approximately 1,741 square feet of living space, three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a pristine basement, and rare off-street parking, this move in ready home has every major system and surface updated. Located a short stroll from the Emlen Physick Estate and Kiwanis Community Park, 1135 Washington Street puts the very best of Cape May within reach. The approximate 1,741 square feet total comes from a Matterport Pro3 scan and differs from the public tax record value of 1,676 sq. ft. Buyer to verify square footage and all other data prior to submitting an offer.

Property Facts & Features

Property Type: Single Family
Status: For Sale
Listed: Oct 13, 2026
Price per Sq Ft: $1034/sqft
ZIP Code: 08204
Full Baths: 2
Stories: 2
Parking: 3 Car, Stone Driveway
Heating: Gas Natural, Forced Air, Multi Zoned
Cooling: Central Air Condition, Multi Zoned
Property Tax (2025): $5,032/yr
Assessed Value: $460,400
Last Sold: $524,000 · Jun 25, 2014
County: Cape May
School District: Cape May City Board Of Education School District

Estimated Value

$1,471,000Range $1,103,300 to $1,912,661

Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.

Features & Amenities

Bedrooms

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2

Land Info

Lot Description: Inside Lot, Historical District
Lot Size Dimensions: 34' x 117'

Utilities

Sewer: City
Water Source: City

Appliances

Range
Oven
Microwave Oven
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Dishwasher
Disposal
Smoke/Fire Detector

Other Rooms

Total Rooms: 10
Living Room
Dining Room
Kitchen
Den/TV Room
Storage Attic
Laundry Closet
Basement
Basement Description: Full,Crawl Space,Outside Entrance,Inside Entrance

Interior Features

Cathedral Ceilings
Wood Flooring
Security System
Smoke/Fire Alarm
Storage
Fireplace- Wood
Tile Flooring
Kitchen Island

Garage and Parking

Parking Features: 3 Car, Stone Driveway

Heating and Cooling

Cooling Features: Central Air Condition, Multi Zoned
Heating Features: Gas Natural, Forced Air, Multi-Zoned
Heating: Yes
Water Heaters: Gas- Natural, On Demand

Other Property Info

Annual Tax Amount: 5032
Source Listing Status: Under Contract
Tax Year: 2025
Inclusions: Partial Furniture,See Remarks,Window Treatments
Area: Cape May
Source Neighborhood: Cape May
Township: 02-Cape May City
Zoning: R-2
Property Subtype: Single Family

Building and Construction

Total Square Feet Living: 1741
Year Built: 1931
Property Age: 95
House Style: Two Story, Dutch Colonial
Vaulted Ceiling: Yes

Exterior and Lot Features

Patio
Porch
Screened Porch
Fenced Yard
Sidewalks
Outside Shower
Frontage Length: 34
Patio: Yes
Porch: Yes

Price & Event History

Date	Event	Price	$/Sq Ft
Oct 13, 2026	Listed	$1,800,000	$1,034
Jun 25, 2014	Sold	$524,000	$313
Jun 18, 2014	Listing removed	$572,000	-
Jun 1, 2014	Relisted	$572,000	-
Nov 2, 2013	Listing removed	$572,000	-
Oct 31, 2013	Relisted	$572,000	-
Jul 5, 2013	Listing removed	$572,000	-
Apr 15, 2013	Price Changed	$572,000	-
Oct 28, 2012	Relisted	$579,000	-
Oct 26, 2012	Listing removed	$579,000	-
Apr 8, 2012	Price Changed	$579,000	-
Apr 24, 2011	Listed	$595,000	-
Nov 5, 1997	Sold	$170,000	$101
May 18, 1987	Sold	$125,000	$75
May 31, 1985	Sold	$73,000	$44

Property Tax History

Year	Tax	Assessed	Land	Building	Market
2025	$5,032	$460,400	$262,400	$198,000	$905,765
2023	$4,944	$460,400	$262,400	$198,000	$683,694
2022	$4,751	$460,400	$262,400	$198,000	$570,720
2021	$4,686	$460,400	$262,400	$198,000	$517,303
2020	$4,465	$460,400	$262,400	$198,000	$496,816
2019	$4,544	$460,400	$262,400	$198,000	$475,325
2018	$4,286	$460,400	$262,400	$198,000	$462,853
2017	$4,069	$460,400	$262,400	$198,000	$466,843
2016	$3,830	$460,400	$262,400	$198,000	$441,716
2015	$3,982	$460,400	$262,400	$198,000	$447,947
2014	$3,982	$460,400	$262,400	$198,000	$448,952
2013	$3,858	$460,400	$262,400	$198,000	$460,630

Nearby Schools

8/10
Cape May City Elementary School
Public · Elementary · Grades K-6
0.3 mi
4/10
Richard M Teitelman School
Public · Middle · Grades 7-8
2.6 mi
5/10
Lower Cape May Regional High School
Public · High · Grades 9-12
2.6 mi
NR
Our Lady Star of Sea School
Private · Elementary, Middle · Grades K-8
0.4 mi