CAPE MAY, NJ
On the way to Cape May....
Cape May is the southernmost tip of New Jersey, where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. It is Exit 0 on the Garden State Parkway and is one of the country's oldest vacation resort towns. Home to pristine beaches, fascinating architecture, commercial fishing, and the United States Coast Guard Training Center, the only Recruiting Center in the United States of America, Cape May is a special place for many reasons.
When entering Cape May, you get transported back in time. Beautiful historic Victorian homes, carriage rides, trolleys, and Bed & Breakfast Inns galore! It is home to the famous Congress Hall and Emlen Physick Estate. The town also has a love for the arts and culture. Throughout the year, there are tons of things to do and see; Theatre, live music, and festivals to enjoy, including the Exit Zero & Cape May Jazz Festivals, the annual singer-songwriter weekend; craft, collectibles, and art shows, and an abundance of culinary, wine and beer events for every palate.
Cape May is not only a summer resort town but a year-round destination. Halloween is always an eventful time of year; Book your stay at one of the many "haunted" Inn rooms, take a ghost tour walk and enjoy a night out with murder mystery dinner theatre. Cape May is also a perfect place to get into the Christmas Spirit. There is an abundance of shops, restaurants, and Inns all lit up with Christmas lights and a glorious exhibition of Christmas Trees and décor everywhere you turn.
HISTORY OF CAPE MAY
"A National Historic Landmark"
Cape May's original settlers were the Kechemeche Indians of the Lenni-Lenape Tribe and used the land primarily as a hunting ground. In the 1630s, the land was bought and developed into a hub for the fishing and whaling industry. By the late 17th Century, the English colonists' farming had been integrated, and the area became known as Cape Island.
Cape May (Cape Island at the time) started to become known as a seaside resort town around 1766, with Philadelphians flocking to the Jersey Shore Point. By 1834 it also began to attract the likes of folks New York, Baltimore, and Washington, becoming one of the finest resorts of the 20th Century. Cape Island City became Cape May City on March 9, 1869.
The early 1900s was a rollercoaster ride for this charming town, the rise and fall of distinguished hotels, and the sunken WW1 concrete ship (which remains visible at Sunset Beach). The 1940s brought about many important events; WWII, Dredging of the Coast Guard base, construction of the canal, re-commissioning of the air station, the great Atlantic Hurricane, the end of WWII in 1945, and the beginning of the US Coast Guard Training Center in 1948.
In 1962, a Nor'easter hit, destroying much of what Cape May was known for; the boardwalk, hotels and properties, the beachfront, and the convention center. Luckily, Reverend Carl McIntire purchased many Victorian properties and relocated some to save what was left. In 1963, the town's preservation and rebuilding began due to a $3.5 million grant.
The end of the 20th Century was the beginning of what we now know of Cape May, a place where past and present collide, creating this wonderfully charming resort town!
THE HISTORY SECTION WAS WRITTEN WITH THE ASSISTANCE OF WIKIPEDIA AND WWW.CAPEMAYCITY.COM
FUN FACTS ABOUT CAPE MAY
- Although many, including locals, call Cape May a town, it is technically the “City of Cape May.”
- Cape May is the subject of the song "On the Way to Cape May", originally sung by Cozy Morley.
- The 1980s horror film The Prowler was filmed entirely on location in Cape May, as was the 1981 film Graduation Day
- The town lends its name to the Cape May Cafe, a restaurant in the Beach Club Resort at Walt Disney World.
- In The Blacklist, Cape May is the setting in the episode "Cape May".
THINGS TO DO
Cape May
WEST CAPE MAY
FOR MORE THINGS TO DO AND MORE INFORMATION, CHECK THE FOLLOWING WEBSITES
Cape May is a Green Machine!
Click on the below link for information provided by the Environmental Commission and the Green Team. https://www.capemaypoint.org/community/our-environment.html
Cape May Luxury Homes & Real Estate Properties - Recently Listed
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18 Jackson Street, Cape May |
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MLS # 250345 |
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$1,099,000 |
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Location, location, location! This income generator is in the heart of Cape May just half a block from the ocean. "The Crowsnest" is one of four units
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1138 Lafayette Street, Cape May |
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MLS # 250214 |
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$499,000 |
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This charming one-bedroom condo offers the ideal escape to Cape May. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking and immerse yourself in the unique c
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1520 New Jersey Avenue, Cape May |
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MLS # 250012 |
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$489,000 |
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Condo
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Welcome to this charming beach-block one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo located just steps away from the beach. This beautifully upgraded unit offers con
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1223 Virginia Avenue, Cape May |
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MLS # 243556 |
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$975,000 |
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Twin
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Welcome to this beautifully updated twin home located in the highly sought-after Village Green neighborhood. Renovated in 2018 by WKR Custom Builders,
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906 Columbia Avenue, Cape May |
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MLS # 243105 |
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$2,250,000 |
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Do not miss this exceptional opportunity to acquire a stunning home located in the heart of Cape May. 906 Columbia Avenue is situated on one of the is
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821 Beach Avenue, Cape May |
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MLS # 250233 |
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$6,175,000 |
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8 Beds | 5 Baths |
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What an Amazing Home and LOCATION!!! This Spectacular 8 Bedroom 5 1 2 Bathroom Oceanfront Victorian is located along Cape May s Mansion Row in
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404 Madison Avenue, Cape May |
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MLS # 243480 |
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$1,595,000 |
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Townhouse
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Welcome to 404 Madison Avenue, a beautifully maintained townhouse in Historic Cape May, just a short stroll to Queen Street Beach, Downtown and the vi
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1330 Wisconsin Avenue, Cape May |
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MLS # 243434 |
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$660,000 |
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QUAD Unit
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Gobble! Gobble! Gobble! Owner is to participate in a 1031 Exchange and ready to move on. This quad is a blank canvas for the new buyers. 2 blocks
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202 Perry Street, Cape May |
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MLS # 250158 |
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$3,900,000 |
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21 Beds | 4 Baths |
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Apartment
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The Clinton Hotel centrally located on corner lot 2 blocks to beach consists of a 3-story multi-family building w attached 2 bedroom cottage. Dwelling
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227 Beach Avenue, Cape May |
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MLS # 243113 |
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$1,150,000 |
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Welcome to your coastal oasis! Located across the street from the beach, this beautiful turnkey 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo at the desirable Capers Co
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1840-1842 Maryland Avenue, Cape May |
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MLS # 243585 |
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$4,095,000 |
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7 Beds | 5 Baths |
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This is an extraordinary opportunity to own not one, but TWO homes in the coveted "Poverty Beach" area of Cape May. These twin homes are being sold as
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1320 D Virginia Avenue, Cape May |
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MLS # 243624 |
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$680,000 |
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Welcome to 1320 D Virginia Ave! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath quad in Cape May offers an inviting living space with modern amenities. The living roo
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719 Columbia Avenue, Cape May |
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MLS # 243583 |
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$3,550,000 |
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11 Beds | 9 Baths |
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Welcome to 719 Columbia Avenue in the scenic Cape May, home to the charming Bacchus Inn Bed & Breakfast, named after the Roman god of wine currently b
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36 Harbor Cove, Cape May |
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MLS # 240149 |
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$2,195,000 |
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Cape May Cove is a brand-new development of single-family homes neighboring Harbor Cove and truly a unique opportunity to be part of one the last new
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1269 Lafayette Street, Cape May |
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MLS # 243424 |
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$2,200,000 |
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Triplex
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Attention entrepreneurs! Are you a motivated investor, seasoned landlord, or savvy owner-occupant ready to seize a rare opportunity Don t miss this
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112 Decatur Street, Cape May |
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MLS # 243486 |
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$3,875,000 |
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8 Beds | 4 Baths |
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The true charm of Cape May lies in its magnificent Victorian architecture which dominates the Historic District. 112 Decatur is one of these ornate s
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24 Ocean Street, Cape May |
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MLS # 243467 |
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$4,425,000 |
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8 Beds | 9 Baths |
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This magnificent home has served many purposes over the years a private residence, beach retreat, bed and breakfast, and a highly successful large fa
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201 Beach Avenue, Cape May |
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MLS # 242879 |
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$2,395,000 |
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4 Beds | 4 Baths |
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Immaculate Beach View Townhouse with 4 bedrooms, all en-suites with full bathrooms! This oversized Seaboard Walk Condominium (approximately 2,700 squ
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930 Kearney Avenue, Cape May |
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MLS # 243271 |
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$1,799,000 |
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4 Beds | 2 Baths |
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Welcome to 930 Kearney Avenue, just two short blocks from the popular Queen Street Beach. a short walk to the beach-front stores and restaurants and a
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