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18 Pershing Ave, Cape May Court House, NJ, 08210

1beds
1baths
528sqft
$310,000
$587price/sqft
$2,397/moest. monthly cost
$95,880/yrincome needed

About This Home

Discover the perfect blend of charm and convenience in this cottage located just minutes from the beach. Situated on a large lot that spans nearly an entire block, this property offers exceptional outdoor space. Conveniently located less than a minute from North Wildwood Boulevard, this property offers the perfect combination of charm, functionality, and affordability. Step inside to find original hardwood floors and a welcoming living area filled with character. The home's distinctive spiral staircase leads to a spacious loft that offers endless possibilities as a guest room, home office, studio, or additional sleeping area. A first floor bedroom with cedar-lined closets provides comfortable and practical living. The kitchen combines style and functionality with open shelving, a poly-coated countertop, and a generously sized pantry. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining area features a vaulted ceiling that enhances the home's open and airy feel. Outside, enjoy a large rear deck designed for entertaining, outdoor dining, or simply relaxing after a day at the beach. The fully fenced backyard offers privacy and ample space for pets, gardening, or recreation. Whether you're searching for a year-round residence, weekend retreat, investment property, or an affordable way to enjoy life near the shore, this unique cottage presents a wonderful opportunity in a desirable location.

Getting Around

28
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
53
BikeBikeable

Schools

5/10
Middle Twp Elementary 2Grades 3-52.3 mi
5/10
Middle Twp High SchoolGrades 9-122.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1945

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cottage
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Oven,Self Cleaning Oven,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Dishwasher,Gas Water Heater

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Cathedral Ceiling(s),Loft

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas,Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 528
  • Total interior livable area: 528 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 0600975000000003
  • Zoning: TB

Features

  • Fencing: Fenced

Lot

  • Lot size: 4,060 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 35 x 116

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveVery High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindVery High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Coastal Flooding
Hurricane
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Cold Wave
Wildfire
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties

Fire
Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,567$18,804
Home Insurance *$122$1,464
Property Taxes $515$6,180
Electricity $193$2,318
Total$2,397$28,764
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$82,182/yr
40% on housing$71,910/yr
45% on housing$63,920/yr

New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 7,029Commercial: 173
Total Premiums$5.54M
Total Exposure$1.19B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.0%
8.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.6%
-1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$587This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 08210$272
Cape May County$618

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 08210$272
Cape May County$460

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-14Price change$310,000
2026-06-11Listed for sale$315,000
2021-04-02Sold$185,000
2021-01-29Listed for sale$180,000
2016-11-22Sold$119,000
2016-02-23Listed for sale$124,000
1998-10-20Sold$28,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentTaylor Palmer
BrokerageColdwell Banker James C Otton Real Estate

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