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Cape May, NJ Homes for Sale

Cape May, New Jersey

Cape May, New Jersey is located near the tip of the Jersey shoreline. Magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Bay, as well as white sand beaches draw visitors from around the world. Cape May Point State Park boasts some of the finest beaches in Cape May, wetlands trails and the historic Cape May lighthouse. Other area attractions include the shopping at the Washington Street Mall, winery tours, and carriage rides.

Homes in Cape May, New Jersey

The homes for sale in Cape May run a range of architectural styles, from colonial and carpenter's gothic homes to Victorian and early modern homes. Much of the beachfront real estate in Cape May has been used for vacation rentals, and the rental history of the property can have an effect on the final price.

Cape May Beach homes for sale are the crown jewels of the real estate market. True beachfront homes can easily list for more than two million. Single family homes with ocean views enter the listings over the million dollar mark. Just a short walk from the beach, single family homes in the Cape May beach community enter the real estate listings in the mid $600's.

Ocean views and beachfront property are not the only selling points to Cape May's real estate market. The natural beauty of the area makes the inland homes of West Cape May quite appealing. Very nice single family homes for sale can be found in the entry level buyer price range.

Cape May Point lies on the very end of the New Jersey Shoreline, and this small community has some exquisite real estate treasures to offer. Buyers looking for waterfront views have their choice of oceanfront homes or homes with views of Lake Lily. A single family home for sale in Cape May Point enters the market over $600,000.

Cape May Community Schools

Public education is administered by the Lower Cape May Regional School District. This district comprises three schools. Cape May City Elementary School for kindergarten through sixth grade, the Richard M. Teitelman Middle School for seventh and eighth grade students, and the Lower Cape May Regional High School for high school students. Private education options include Our Lady Star of the Sea, a Catholic elementary and middle school in Cape May, and Cape Christian Academy in Cape May Court House.

Business in Cape May, New Jersey

Business in Cape May is centered around tourism, with bed and breakfasts, hotels and vacation rentals providing a significant portion of yearly revenue. The US Coast Guard Training Center on Cape May Harbor has an impact on the local economy as well.

Cape May Real Estate Agents

In every community, the real estate listings tell only half the story. A Cape May real estate agent has the inside information that help buyers make smart real estate decisions. Using a local Cape May REALTOR® can help a buyer get the most return on his or her investment.