Rarest of Rare opportunities to own a true piece of history. This home has been documented back to circa 1770 sitting on 13+ acres. A place where revolutionary soldiers have found their final resting place along with others in the private cemetery overlooking several hundred feet ofwater frontage. There is boat access from three docks and plenty areas for fishing and bird watching. This is a true once in a lifetime gem. A book has been written about it, and a historian has searched its history and provided incredible documentation for the new owners. The first floor features two grand living areas, a formal dining room with extraordinary Baccarat crystal chandelier. A kitchen is fitting for the times featuring a chef stove and restaurant quality hood. A Butler serving area along with a Butler staircase to each level. Relaxing heated Florida room at the rear house overlooking the park like backyard and cozy rear patio featuring a brick half walls and a roof to keep you shaded. Acres of land and mature trees make you feel like you’re in Central Park. The huge detached outbuilding provides many opportunities for woodworking, antique storage or restoration. There are several other buildings available for sitting, relaxing or cool storage for the vegetables that you grow on the property. Relax in the rear yard and view the vast, waterfront or stroll along the private road to three docks and fishing areas. On the second and third floor there are seven spacious bedrooms, three full baths along with ample storage. The attic is on the fourth floor which leads to the grand finale, the widows peak, giving the most spectacular views in the town. There is a full basement that features two fireplaces and additional storage or restore the summer kitchen. You must see as words cannot explain this true gem this home truly is!
For sale
$899,900
40 N Shore Rd, Absecon, NJ 08201
7beds
3,705sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1770
13.4 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$243/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two fireplacesPark like backyardBaccarat crystal chandelierFull basementPrivate cemeteryMature treesChef stove
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 26, 2025 at 05:27am
Listed by:
George Frick 609-652-5600,
Century 21 Frick Realtors
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJAC2021112
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Utility Room
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Additional Stairway, Attic, Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry, Dining Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Windows: Stain/Lead Glass
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,705
- Total interior livable area: 3,705 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,705
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
- Waterfront features: Bayfront, Bay
- Body of water: Absecon Creek
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 100
Lot
- Size: 13.4 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 010017000013
- Zoning: C3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1770
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Absecon
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Absecon
- Municipality: ABSECON CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $243/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $378,700
- Annual tax amount: $12,671
- Date on market: 10/3/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $899,900+414.2%$243/sqft |
Source:  SJSRMLS #600590 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2013 | Sold | $175,000-10.3%$47/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2002 | Sold | $195,000$53/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,671 | $378,700 |
| 2024 | $12,671 +0.7% | $378,700 |
| 2023 | $12,584 +0.8% | $378,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$6,226/mo
Principal & interest
$4336
Property taxes
$1575
Home insurance
$315
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08201
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10H. Ashton Marsh Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Emma C. Attales Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Absecon City Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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