Joseph Hanes House (c. 1879) is ideally located on picturesque, tree-lined, one-way Hughes Street in the heart of Cape Mayâ??s Historic District. Just three blocks to the beach and two blocks to the Washington Street Mall, this grand Victorian offers exceptional charm and flexibility. Classic gingerbread porches overlook the street, where horse-drawn carriages regularly pass by. The home is currently configured as two units that rent together as a single residence, offering 5 bedrooms and 3½ baths, comfortably sleeping up to 14. The layout allows an owner to reside in one unit while generating rental income from the other, rent both separately, or, easily restore the property to a stunning single-family home the possibilities are endless. First Unit: Features a welcoming front parlor, two bedrooms, one-and-a-half baths, and open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area that opens to a mahogany deck. Second/Third Floor Unit: Accessed by elegant, railed stairs, this unit offers a new kitchen with cherry cabinetry and granite countertops, an open living and dining area, and a private rear mahogany deck. The spacious primary suite spans three rooms and includes a sitting area, large bedroom, closet with washer/dryer hookup, and a brand-new tiled bath. The third floor provides two additional bedrooms, an oversized tiled bath, and access to abundant storage. Additional highlights include a cedar roof, two electric meters, two-zone heating and air conditioning, recessed lighting, blown-in insulation, an outdoor shower, and a full basement with washer/dryer, workshop, and ample storage. A rare opportunity to own a classic Cape May Victorian with income potential in a premier Historic District location.
The Clinton Hotel centrally located on corner lot 2 blocks to beach consists of a 3-story multi-family building w/attached 2-bedroom cottage. Dwelling has 16 rental rooms, 2 baths, 2 half baths on 2nd/3rd floors, and 1st floor ownerâ??s quarters (3 bedrooms/1 bath) w/some heat (gas heat is not functional and will not be repaired). Property for sale, land and premises, situate 202 Perry Street, Cape May, NJ, lot size being approx. 80x98 ft irr. Also included is adjoining lot on S Lafayette Street, approx. size 52x100 ft (Buyer to confirm 16 parking spaces). There is a Right of Way over the Westerly 10 ft of Tract #1 of the premises as granted in a deed from William G. Nixon Executor of the Will of Jonas Miller to Samuel Cook dated May 30, 1870. Buyer must confirm all measurements w/a new survey. Seller has no survey.
The historic Thomas Webster House, built in 1876, prominently located at the corner of Washington Street and Madison Avenue offers an ideal, elevated location with easy access to Cape Mayâ??s award winning beaches, the numerous unique shops along the Washington Street Mall, the fine Victorian architecture of the Historic District and many well renowned restaurants and cafes. This fabulous property is currently operating as four seasonal rental apartments (all with private bathrooms and kitchens) plus a spacious first floor Owners Quarters, featuring a brand new kitchen. The front of this stately home is situated a comfortable distance back from quiet tree lined Washington Street and framed by a coordinating and historically correct custom built picket fence. Surrounding the house are beautiful, well maintained gardens and lush lawns, maintained with a brand new irrigation system. The spacious driveway/parking is accessed from Madison Avenue and accommodates six vehicles mostly hidden from view. All of the apartments are accessed from the rear through dedicated entrances and sun decks. A private fenced outdoor oasis can be found behind the house along with a large, custom outdoor shower/bath. The outdoor living space is supplemented by a large shaded front porch with newly refreshed awnings. Some other features of the property include an outdoor storage shed, beach chair box, security and fire alarm system, individual electric and gas meters. The house contains approximately 4,488 square feet of living space (per the city tax assessorâ??s records). The large, over size lot size contains approximately 14,000 square feet, or close to a third of an acre. The buildingâ??s architectural style is designated as French Second Empire with Mansard Style Roof. The building contains three levels over a half daylight partial basement. The current configuration of the building is as follows: 2 units on the first floor (a 2 bedroom, 1 bath Ownerâ??s Quarters and a separate 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment), 2 units on the second floor (both 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartments) and 1 unit on the third floor (a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment). The building is heated by a natural gas fired, hot water boiler, located in the basement, which feeds radiators throughout the house. Three domestic hot water heaters are also located in the buildingâ??s basement. Some alternate uses include conversion to a magnificent single-family home, a condominium conversion to five units or rental of all five units to increase your income even more. Also, can be utilized in any number of combinations, increasing or decreasing the size of the Owners Quarters as needed over the years!
Welcome to RED FOX SUITES located on beautiful tree lined Washington Street. This 1852 cottage offers 4 units- a freestanding office, one two bedroom, three one bedroom units and a stunning shared yard. Each unit has its own exterior entrance. Cape Fox- Free standing office. Red fox- 2 bedroom, 1 bath ground level unit. Grey Fox- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom ground level unit. Fennec Fox- 1 bedroom, 1 bath second floor unit. Arctic Fox- 1 bedroom, 1 bath second floor unit. Large wrap around porch for 'people watching' on Washington street. Off-street parking for 5-6 cars. All the units are cooled and heated for year-round use. Keep one for yourself rent three, the possibilities are unbelievable. OR convert this beauty into a single family home, or condos and make it your family seashore retreat. Financials and expenses available to pre approved buyers. This property is shown by appointment only with a 24hr notice, units are occupied during Summer months.
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Cape May is located in New Jersey. Cape May, New Jersey has a population of 2,922. Cape May is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 36.89% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.39%.
The median household income in Cape May, New Jersey is $71,875. The median household income for the surrounding county is $76,237 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Cape May is 37.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 85.2 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 26.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 44.3 inches per year, with 11.6 inches of snow per year.