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3509 Central Ave N, Ocean City, NJ, 08226

4beds
3baths
1,470sqft
$2,599,000
$1,768price/sqft
$15,879/moest. monthly cost
$635,160/yrincome needed

About This Home

Pack the beach bags - you are just steps from the sand in this incredible 4-bedroom, 3 -bathroom ocean-view townhouse. Forget fighting for parking or hauling gear for blocks; this prime beachside location lets you go from your front door to catching waves in minutes. Featuring charming curb appeal with manicured landscaping and double-stacked front and back decks, this property instantly welcomes you home. Inside, the home has been thoughtfully refreshed to blend effortless shore style with modern convenience. The updated kitchen features sleek granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, making it a breeze to whip up quick post-beach snacks or host family dinners. A striking custom staircase with modern black iron balusters anchors the open layout, adding a distinct architectural edge. The crown jewel of this home? Four private decks offering gorgeous multi-level outdoor living space. Whether you are sipping your morning coffee with the Atlantic breeze or winding down with evening ocean views, you’ll have endless private areas to relax and soak up the salt air. Practicality meets coastal luxury with an attached 1-car garage and an enclosed outside shower - an absolute must-have for rinsing off the sand after a long beach day. Plus, with dedicated off-street parking for 2-3 cars in the back. Complete with turnkey coastal decor throughout, this townhouse delivers the ultimate low-maintenance, high-reward shore lifestyle!

Getting Around

45
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
53
BikeBikeable

Schools

6/10
8/10
Ocean City High SchoolGrades 9-123.2 mi
7/10
Ocean City Primary SchoolGrades PK-33.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1991

Materials

  • Construction materials: Vinyl

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Property subType: Townhouse

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Stove,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3

Features

  • Cathedral Ceiling(s),Master Bath,Pets Allowed,Eat-in Kitchen
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Wall to Wall Carpet

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,470
  • Total interior livable area: 1,470 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 11

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Deck/Porch
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Water,See Remarks
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Water,Water View
  • Waterfront features: Beach Block

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached Garage,Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1

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

  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingVery High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Coastal Flooding
Strong Wind
Hurricane
Inland Flooding
Wildfire
Winter Weather
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 $13,141$157,692
Home Insurance *$531$6,372
Property Taxes $2,014$24,168
Electricity $193$2,318
Total$15,879$190,548
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$544,422/yr
40% on housing$476,370/yr
45% on housing$423,440/yr

New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs

New Jersey Insurance Underwriting Association

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HailHail
WindWind
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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

$1,768This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 08226$1,044
Cape May County$612

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 08226$905
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
2026-08-13Price change$2,449,000
2026-08-07Price change$2,499,000
2026-08-01Listed for sale$2,599,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentPAUL GILBERT
BrokerageBHHS FOX and ROACH-109 34th OC

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