$3,999,000
$201K PRICE DROP

2118 First Ave Avalon, NJ 08202

Estimated payment $22,975/month

Total Views 40,659
6 Beds
5 Baths
3,378 Sq Ft
$1,184 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Avalon Elementary School Rated A
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

Prime Avalon Luxury Retreat – A Rare Turnkey Investment & Lifestyle Opportunity! Welcome to 2118 1st Ave, Avalon, NJ—a meticulously renovated luxury beach home just two blocks from the beach, offering luxury living, strong investment potential, and a partial ocean view from the third-floor balcony. Spanning 3,378 sq. ft. across three floors, this 6-bedroom, 5.5-bath residence features high-end finishes, designer details, and multiple master suites, making it ideal for personal use or as a high-performing short-term luxury rental. This property is already operating as a top-tier short-term luxury rental, with strong bookings in place for multiple seasons, offering a rare opportunity for immediate cash flow. For qualified buyers, the seller is open to transferring ownership via the LLC that holds the property, which may offer potentially significant savings at closing (consult with your tax advisor). Additionally, the seller is willing to offer owner financing and is open to remaining involved in property management, ensuring a seamless transition for investors looking to maximize returns. Designed for both entertaining and relaxation, the home features a gourmet chef’s kitchen with Bosch stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and an oversized island. Expansive outdoor spaces include multiple decks, a heated pool with hot tub conversion, and a full outdoor kitchen with a built-in grill, sink, and seating area. A unique poolside garage, accessible from both ends, functions as a poolside cabana with seating, a TV, and a mini fridge while also providing ample storage for all of your beach and pool equipment. The home is being sold fully furnished with all professional designer-selected furnishings, allowing for a truly turnkey experience. To ensure years of worry-free enjoyment, the home is equipped with dual-zone HVAC and newer mechanical systems, including a tankless hot water heater and HVAC on the main floor replaced in 2023, a new coil and condenser on the upstairs furnace replaced in 2021, and a hot water heater on the third floor replaced in 2020. Located just steps from Avalon’s best beaches, dining, and entertainment, this property offers the perfect combination of coastal luxury and investment potential. Whether you’re looking for a smart investment, a private coastal retreat, or a blend of both, this Avalon gem delivers exceptional value and versatility. Schedule your private tour today and experience the Avalon lifestyle for yourself!

Listing Agent

Gregory Davis

VANGUARD REALTY ALLIANCE, LLC Listed on: 08/14/2024

VANGUARD REALTY ALLIANCE, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,665

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 60 x 84
  • Fenced Yard
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,378 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 5 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Outdoor Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Water Heated On Demand

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 24 / 21.03

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,665

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type: Single Family
  • Seasonal: XXX
  • Location: Corner
  • District Township: 01-Avalon Borough
  • Also Includes: See Remarks
  • Estimated Year Built: 2005
  • Beach Proximity: 2 Blocks
  • New Construction: No
  • Second Address Number: 2118
  • Lot Size2: 60 x 84
  • Price per Sq Ft: 1183.84
  • OFFICELIST_STATE: NJ
  • Street Designation: Avenue
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2005

Interior Features

  • Appliances Included: Range, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Stove Natural Gas, 1778
  • Interior Amenities: Bar, Cathedral Ceilings, Wood Flooring, Loft, Walk in Closet, Tile Flooring, 1763, 1764
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.1
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Rooms: 20
  • Estimated Living Sq Ft: 3378
  • Other Rooms: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Den/TV Room, Recreation/Family, Dining Area, Laundry/Utility Room, Loft, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Three Story
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Frontage: 60
  • Outside Features: Patio, Deck, Enclosed/Covered Patio, Porch, Grill, Fenced Yard, Sidewalks, Outside Shower, In Ground Pool, Whirpool/Spa

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air Condition, Electric, Ceiling Fan, Multi Zoned
  • Heating: Gas Natural, Forced Air, Multi-Zoned
  • Hot Water: Gas- Natural, On Demand
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 24
  • Lot Size: 1 to 6000 SqFt

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 10665
  • Tax Year: 2022

Map

Range of Values:

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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
2024 $11,529 $1,877,700 $825,300 $1,052,400
2023 $11,435 $1,877,700 $825,300 $1,052,400
2022 $10,665 $1,877,700 $825,300 $1,052,400
2021 $7,839 $1,877,700 $825,300 $1,052,400
2020 $7,858 $1,494,000 $825,300 $668,700
2019 $7,619 $1,494,000 $825,300 $668,700
2018 $7,291 $1,494,000 $825,300 $668,700
2017 $7,662 $1,378,100 $640,700 $737,400
2016 $7,571 $1,376,600 $640,700 $735,900
2015 $7,447 $1,376,600 $640,700 $735,900
2014 $7,365 $1,376,600 $640,700 $735,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Price Changed $3,999,000 -4.2% $1,184 / Sq Ft
03/07/2025 03/07/25 Price Changed $4,175,000 -0.6% $1,236 / Sq Ft
08/14/2024 08/14/24 For Sale $4,199,999 +180.0% $1,243 / Sq Ft
03/22/2019 03/22/19 Sold $1,500,000 -9.0% $431 / Sq Ft
02/22/2019 02/22/19 Pending -- -- --
09/14/2018 09/14/18 For Sale $1,649,000 -- $474 / Sq Ft
Source: Cape May County Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $120,000 New Conventional
Open $1,600,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $100,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Cape May County Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 242381

Cape May County Association of REALTORS®

APN: 01-00021-03-00024