$2,900,000

1838 Dune Dr Avalon, NJ 08202

Estimated payment $15,947/month

Total Views 969
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,959 Sq Ft
$1,480 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Property near a bay
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Avalon Elementary School Rated A
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Furnished

About This Home

Discover this amazing opportunity to own a spacious, coastal retreat in the highly sought-after community of Avalon, NJ. Ideally located close to the beach, bay, dining, and shopping—including the Princeton, the Union League's Whitebrier, Lululemon, and Avalon's own Rock n' Chair—this home offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. Situated on a quiet residential block it is just a short walk to the 8th Street Recreation Complex for pickleball, basketball, kid's playground and so much more. This light-filled, upside-down style home features 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and a versatile first-floor den ideal for guests or a home office. The second floor is the heart of the home, showcasing soaring cathedral ceilings, an open-concept living space, and a beautifully appointed kitchen with a center island—perfect for entertaining. The outdoor living has a large front deck shaded by trees off of one of the large 1st floor bedrooms and off the back den; a rear deck, outdoor shower, and ample space to create your own ideal backyard retreat (see renderings in pictures). An incredible value in an unbeatable location, this is one of the most competitively priced single-family homes in Avalon. Don’t miss this rare opportunity—schedule your private tour or visit an open house, Saturday and Sunday 4/18 & 4/19 11AM-2PM .

Listing Agent

Mary Messina

LONG & FOSTER REAL ESTATE, INC sh License #1972148 Listed on: 04/12/2026

LONG & FOSTER REAL ESTATE, INC sh

Co-Listing Agent

Paul Messina

LONG & FOSTER REAL ESTATE, INC sh

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,678

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 40x105

Home Design

  • Upside Down Style Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,959 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • Den
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Pad
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Property near a bay
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 46.01 / 18.04

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,678

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0.92 Acres

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type: Single Family
  • Seasonal: Year Round Use
  • District Township: 01-Avalon Borough
  • Also Includes: Blinds, Rugs, Furniture
  • Estimated Year Built: 2006
  • Bay Proximity: 1 Block
  • Beach Proximity: 3 Blocks
  • New Construction: No
  • Lot Size2: 40x105
  • OFFICELIST_STATE: NJ
  • Street Designation: Drive
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2006

Interior Features

  • Appliances Included: Range, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Smoke/Fire Detector, Stove Natural Gas, Stainless steel appliance
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceilings, Wood Flooring, Walk in Closet, Fireplace - Electric, Kitchen Island
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Estimated Living Sq Ft: 1959
  • Other Rooms: Den/TV Room, Laundry/Utility Room

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Two Story, Upside Down
  • Outside Features: Deck, Sidewalks, Outside Shower

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Garage, Parking Pad, 2 Car, Concrete Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air Condition
  • Heating: Gas Natural
  • Hot Water: Gas- Natural
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 46.01
  • Lot Size: 1 to 6000 SqFt

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 6678
  • Tax Year: 2025

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,744 $1,098,400 $720,000 $378,400
2024 $6,744 $1,098,400 $720,000 $378,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/12/2026 04/12/26 For Sale $2,900,000 -- $1,480 / Sq Ft
Source: Cape May County Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,225,000 Stewart Title Guaranty Co
Deed $975,000 --
Bargain Sale Deed $870,000 Lawyers Title Ins
Deed $730,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $400,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,250,000 Construction
Previous Owner $650,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $511,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $46,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Mary Messina

LONG & FOSTER REAL ESTATE, INC sh

(609) 740-8670

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I'm an expert real estate agent with Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. in Avalon, NJ and the nearby area, providing home-buyers and sellers with professional, responsive and attentive real estate services. Want an agent who'll really listen to what you want in a home? Need an agent who knows how to effectively market your home so it sells? Give me a call! I'm eager to help and would love to talk to you.

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Source: Cape May County Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 260946

Cape May County Association of REALTORS®

APN: 01 00018- 04-00046- 01

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