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Suburbs and event venues between Inside and Beach thorofares
Once scored by the roar of the crowd at Surf Stadium and the nearby drone of aircraft taking off, Chelsea Heights has become a quieter neighborhood over the years, cradled by the forked flows of Inside and Beach thorofares and long, flat acres of salt marshes. “Bader Field used to be a private airport, when I went to Atlantic City High School my tennis matches were there,” says Todd Gordon, a broker sales associate at the Hartman Home Team and Berkshire Hathaway Fox and Roach Real Estate with 23 years of experience in Atlantic City. “Chelsea Heights is a great little gem of Atlantic City. You’re not far from the beach and you get a backyard. It’s more of a laid-back vibe.” Across the water from Stockton University and the rest of the city, Chelsea Heights remains connected to Atlantic City’s boardwalk-based community life as well as the reimagined event venues and recreation centers closer to the mainland.
Chelsea Heights residents enjoy life on the lesser-known Atlantic City waterfront.
Quiet, sidewalk-lined suburban blocks pack the flat space between Beach Thorofare &salt marshes.
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Annapolis Avenue Recreation Complex, Atlantic City Municipal Boat Ramp
At the Annapolis Avenue Recreation Complex, pick-up players and league teams make use of the soccer field and ball diamonds. Decorated by Flyers memorabilia, the Atlantic City Skate Zone hosts icy private parties, free skates and Atlantic City Sharks youth hockey games. Nearby, the Atlantic City Municipal Boat Ramp launches boaters and anglers into Inside Thorofare and the connected waterways between Lakes and Absecon bays. After crossing the Albany Avenue bridge, boardwalk bikers and beach bums are only three blocks from the shore, able to choose between heading toward the busier Atlantic City blocks or the quieter stretches toward Ventnor and Margate.
Atlantic City Municipal Boat Ramp launches boaters & anglers into Inside Thorofare.
Soccer and baseball players take the fields at Annapolis Avenue Recreation Complex.
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Single-family homes in classic vernacular styles from the 1900s through 1960s.
Single-family homes from $125,000
Quiet, sidewalk-lined suburban blocks pack the flat space between Beach Thorofare, Inside Thorofare and the salt marshes separating Chelsea Heights from Ventnor. "You get more value for your dollar in Chelsea Heights, whether that’s a backyard, a front porch or more real estate. You’re not paying as much as you would by the beach,” Gordon says. Single-family homes in classic vernacular styles from the 1900s through 1960s, including split-levels, ranch-style homes and bungalows, sell for $125,000 to $460,000 depending on square footage, renovation levels and lot size. Duplexes in a variety of styles and conditions sell for $225,000 to $240,000. Many homes in the neighborhood have been raised either a few feet or an entire floor over the years. Thanks in part to a handful of apartment complexes, most Chelsea Heights residents rent rather than own their homes.
Events at Bader Field, Atlantic City Vietnamese Center
While the runways of the former airport have been closed for landing for years, Bader Field has developed into a popular venue for outdoor events. Each June, paintball vendors, amateur players and National X-ball League teams take over the grounds for the three-day Mid-Atlantic Major tournament and trade show. Craft brew vendors and sound stages take over the paintball battlefields later in the summer at the Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival. Right next to the Annapolis Avenue Recreation Complex, the Atlantic City Vietnamese Center is a cultural hub for the city’s Vietnamese residents, often hosting community events ranging from food distribution to dinner and dancing-filled celebrations of the Vietnamese New Year in January.
Festivals and special events take over the former airport at Bader Field in Chelsea Heights.
Each June, paintball vendors, amateur players and National X-ball League teams at Bader Field.
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Head over to Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House in Chelsea Heights for tasty food and drinks.
Limited shopping and dining on Albany Avenue, the waterfront
Beyond a smattering of car dealerships and the Salvation Army Thrift Store lining Albany Avenue, there’s little commercial life to be found in Chelsea Heights. Around the corner from a McDonald’s, Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House sits right on the bay, taking advantage of the views with both indoor and outdoor seating. “It’s a great restaurant where locals to Atlantic City go. You know, grab a beer, grab a burger,” Gordon says. A mile away past the salt marshes lining West End Avenue, shoppers pick up essentials at ACME Markets and a couple of dollar stores in Ventnor Plaza. Religious services are held at The Cathedral Grace Family Church and Masjid Muhammad’s Islamic Center.
Atlantic City High School has 1,764 students in grades 9-12.
Living near Atlantic City Public Schools
Chelsea Heights School serves prekindergarten through eighth grade and earns a C-plus from Niche and Atlantic City High School serves ninth through 12th grades and earns a B-minus. Proximity to the city’s public schools is a major factor for school-age children and their families – younger students often walk a few blocks to school with the help of parents and crossing guards, while high schoolers have the shortest bus ride in the district to the campus across Beach Thorofare on Great Island.
The NJ transit buses drive throughout the neighborhoods.
Walking, busing and biking around Atlantic City, Stockton University
Albany Avenue spans Inside Thorofare, giving pedestrians, drivers and coastal bikers a straight shot across the waterway to the main body of Absecon Island. Stockton University is right across the bridge, providing a sub-mile commute to the Atlantic City satellite campus. Jitney buses run all day and night along Pacific Avenue near the university, while NJ Transit buses pass through Chelsea Heights on the way toward the Tanger Outlets and Uptown.
Chelsea Heights residents can enjoy the connected waterways between Lakes and Absecon bays.
Bayside flood zone
Positioned as it is between the Beach and Inside thorofares, Chelsea Heights falls into bayside flood zones that cover much of Atlantic City. Building and upkeep of bulkheads are some of the city’s mitigation efforts and homeowners often supplement these efforts by raising their homes.
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Parks in this Area
C Sure Children's Park
O'Donnell Memorial Park
Brighton Park
Ross School Playground
Annapolis Avenue Recreation Complex
Transit
Airport
Atlantic City International
41 min drive
Bus
Albany Ave & Filbert Ave
Bus
Annapolis Ave & Crossan Ave
Bus
Filbert Ave & N Elberon Ave
Bus
West End Ave & Harrisburg Ave
Bus
Albany Ave & Crossan Ave
Bus
West End Ave & Annapolis Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Chelsea Heights
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Chelsea Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Chelsea Heights, Atlantic City sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Chelsea Heights, Atlantic City over the last 12 months is $355,550.
Unique investment opportunity in desirable Chelsea Heights! This beautifully updated split-level home sits on a corner lot and is being sold together with the adjacent lot, offering endless possibilities for expansion or development. With 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths, the main home features an open-concept upper level with a modern kitchen and sun-filled living areas, plus a lower level with
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This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath twin home is located in the desirable Chelsea Heights neighborhood of Atlantic City, offering a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Just minutes from the beach, bay, and iconic Atlantic City boardwalk, the property is ideally situated near top casinos, shopping, and entertainment. It's also close to local schools and Stockton University, making it a great
Nice location with lots of potential. Charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath Ranch situated on a desirable corner lot with wrap around deck. The open concept kitchen flows into the dining area with sliders to the deck - ideal for maximizing indoor-outdoor living. This property is perfect for investors seeking value-add opportunity or someone looking to downsize. With a few updates and cosmetic
2-Bedroom Rental in Chelsea Heights, Atlantic City This 1-bath, two-bedroom home offers a small outdoor space, a laundry room with washer and dryer, and one parking spot. Located close to grocery stores, restaurants, and shops, it’s a convenient and cozy place to call home in Atlantic City.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,177
Median Age
36
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$35,587
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$44,636
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
19.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.2%
% Population in Labor Force
58.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
47/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
41/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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