On The Way To Cape May, This cute and charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath Colonial delivers the ultimate Jersey Shore lifestyle. Oversized lot 40' x 385' offers a blank canvas providing freedom to create your own oasis. Perfectly located just minutes from the famous Cape May Winery, Cape May-Lewis Ferry, Cape May and West Cape May Beaches. Also, close proximity to an abundance of restaurants, wineries, breweries and perhaps some antiquing. Many upgrades include wiring, granite countertops, vinyl floors, carpet and appliances. A rare find for a full basement in the surrounding area, that has both interior and exterior access. Porch offers added living space with heat and air. Home is minutes to the Infamous Delaware Bay Sunsets. Must See and Easy to show by appointment. Driveway is next to the sign. Garage is being sold "AS IS".
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
$378Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Charleen Ritchie• Coldwell Banker James C Otton Real Estate - CMCH
Est. $2,335 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 686 Town Bank Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CMCMLS #262454
Oct 15, 2026
Sold
$454,000
$378/sq ft
Sep 11, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 2, 2026
Listed
$449,000
$374/sq ft
CMCMLS #213600
Dec 30, 2021
Sold
$269,000
$224/sq ft
Nov 19, 2021
Pending
—
Oct 27, 2021
Price Changed
$269,000
$224/sq ft
Sep 27, 2021
Listed
$275,000
$229/sq ft
+15
Two story home with a covered back porch that sits on a 40 x 385 lot. The first floor offers a kitchen, dining area, living area, full bathroom and utility room. Upstairs consists of two bedroooms, one with a full bathroom. There is a detached garage in the back yard. In the garage, there is a well and a 220V. There is a brand new AC unit that was installed this year, 2021. DRIVEWAY is to the RIGHT side ONLY when facing the front of the property. One way in, one way out. Left side belongs to neighbor.
Public Records
Sep 25, 2002
Sold
$139,000
$116/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 25, 1978
Sold
$18,000
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,112 (+2.9%)
$96,000 + $53,200
$149,200
2024
$3,026 (+1.5%)
$96,000 + $53,200
$149,200
2023
$2,983 (+3.1%)
$96,000 + $53,200
$149,200
2022
$2,892 (+3.1%)
$96,000 + $53,200
$149,200
2021
$2,805 (+1.6%)
$96,000 + $53,200
$149,200
2020
$2,760 (+2.5%)
$96,000 + $53,200
$149,200
2019
$2,692 (+2.4%)
$96,000 + $53,200
$149,200
2018
$2,627 (−0.1%)
$96,000 + $53,200
$149,200
2017
$2,630 (+1.6%)
$96,000 + $53,200
$149,200
2016
$2,590 (+6.8%)
$96,000 + $53,200
$149,200
2014
$2,424
$96,000 + $53,200
$149,200
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
385 ft.
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,200
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cape May County
APN
0500741 0300009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage, Detached, Black Top Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Interior Features
Storage, Walk in Closet, Tile Flooring, Vinyl Flooring
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Maud Abrams School
Public 3-4 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Richard M Teitelman School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
Lower Cape May Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Cape May, NJ • 08204
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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41
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52
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61
48
67
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78
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83
72
77
67
74
65
67
55
57
45
44
33
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 8% for direct sun exposure in Cape May. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.8 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$429,000 – $519,000
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