Seller's Agent in 2026
Richard Perrin
eXp REALTY
(609) 484-9890
78 Total Sales
256 42nd St Avalon, NJ 08202
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,239
Sq Ft
5,663
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Property is near a beach
- Island Location
- Fenced Yard
- Avalon Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- 5-minute walk to 39th Street Park
About This Home
As of April 2026Prime location meets endless potential! Located close to the beach, this property features a spacious 5-bedroom floor plan with 2 master bedrooms and a bright, open layout. Enjoy the peace of a large, private backyard in one of the area's most desirable pockets. A true diamond in the rough: renovate the existing home to its former glory or replace it with a custom build. Opportunities in this location are few and far between!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,724
Year Built
- Built in 1999
Lot Details
- Fenced Yard
- Property is zoned R-1C
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
Home Design
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,239 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crawl Space
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Property is near a beach
- Property near a bay
- Deck
- Patio
Location
- Island Location
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 56 / 42.04
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 18, 2025
Closed on
Apr 30, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Richard Perrin
eXp REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Jack Vizzard
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HS FOX & ROACH - AV
List Price
$2,900,000
Sold Price
$2,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$500,000
-17.24%
Views
52
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
131.26%
Original Mortgage
$1,680,000
Interest Rate
0.0525%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 26, 2000
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 23, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $2,400,000 | Sunset Title Llc | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $261,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $1,680,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $4,350,000 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Closed | $1 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/30/2026 04/30/26 | Sold | $2,400,000 | -12.7% | $1,072 / Sq Ft |
| 02/20/2026 02/20/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/05/2026 01/05/26 | Price Changed | $2,750,000 | -5.2% | $1,228 / Sq Ft |
| 12/18/2025 12/18/25 | For Sale | $2,900,000 | -- | $1,295 / Sq Ft |
Source: Cape May County Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $8,980 | $1,462,600 | $950,000 | $512,600 |
| 2025 | $8,980 | $1,462,600 | $950,000 | $512,600 |
| 2024 | $8,980 | $1,462,600 | $950,000 | $512,600 |
| 2023 | $8,907 | $1,462,600 | $950,000 | $512,600 |
| 2022 | $8,308 | $1,462,600 | $950,000 | $512,600 |
| 2021 | $7,472 | $1,462,600 | $950,000 | $512,600 |
| 2020 | $7,693 | $1,462,600 | $950,000 | $512,600 |
| 2019 | $7,459 | $1,462,600 | $950,000 | $512,600 |
| 2018 | $7,137 | $1,462,600 | $950,000 | $512,600 |
| 2017 | $6,436 | $1,157,600 | $687,500 | $470,100 |
| 2016 | $6,367 | $1,157,600 | $687,500 | $470,100 |
| 2015 | $6,263 | $1,157,600 | $687,500 | $470,100 |
| 2014 | $6,193 | $1,157,600 | $687,500 | $470,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Richard Perrin
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Jack Vizzard
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Buyer's Agent in 2026
Jack Vizzard
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HS FOX & ROACH - AV
(609) 602-3296
114 Total Sales
Map
Source: Cape May County Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 253542
APN: 01-00042-04-00056
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