Experience ocean views from one of Cape May’s most extraordinary beachfront estates, nestled in the serene setting of Poverty Beach. Known as "Columns by the Sea," this meticulously restored first-floor condo features 2 bedrooms, 1 and a half baths, a Great Room with a combined living and dining area, and an original tile fireplace. The condo boasts magnificent, oversized wood doors, moldings, high ceilings, and top-of-the-line kitchen finishes. The living spaces are warm and inviting, offering a single-level floor plan that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. An expansive side solarium provides a perfect space for year-round entertaining, a potential 3rd bedroom and enjoying ocean views. The glorious front porch common area, accessible via French doors or the main entrance, adds to the charm of this exquisite property. Residents also have access to a shared second-floor library and a third-floor rooftop deck with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and downtown Cape May. Additionally, this unit includes a private rear deck. Located just a short walk from the boardwalk stores and Convention Hall, this condo can be your year-round retreat or an exceptional rental property.
Sold
$970,000
1513 Beach Ave #1, Cape May, NJ 08204
2beds
--sqft
Condominium
Built in 1875
-- sqft lot
$1,046,600 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$687/mo HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 04, 2025 at 07:08am
Listed by:
James Ridgway 609-827-4320,
LONG & FOSTER REAL ESTATE, INC cm
Bought with:
Ryan Griffin, 0999877
deSatnick Real Estate LLC - Cape May
Source: CMCAOR,MLS#: 241969

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Storage
- Flooring: Tile
- Windows: Shades
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Below
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car
Features
- Levels: One
- Entry location: First Floor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water View,Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Front, Waterfront
Lot
- Features: Island
Details
- Parcel number: 02011740000000240000C01
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City
- Water: City
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Deck/Porch, Cable TV
Location
- Region: Cape May
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $687 monthly
Other
Other facts
- Available date: 07/05/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
Services availability

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