GARDENS HOME ON DESIRABLE LARGE LOT! An impeccably restored seaside gem in Ocean City’s highly sought-after Gardens neighborhood. Situated on a generous 65x100 lot, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath fully renovated charming home masterfully blends classic character with modern comfort, offering the perfect balance of timeless style and turnkey living. Thoughtfully preserving its original allure, it features glass doorknobs, high-profile moldings, and classic Ocean City 5-panel interior doors. The first-floor open-concept layout features a living room, a guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom, dining area, and kitchen, creating a very convenient and comfortable single-level living property. The kitchen boasts GE Profile appliances, shaker-style cabinetry, and Quartzite countertops. Durable LVP flooring makes seaside living easy, especially with an outdoor patio, swimming pool, and room for an organic garden. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and spa-like en-suite bathroom, while a large third bedroom provides flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. The home offers ample storage throughout, keeping everyday life organized and stress-free. And when you’re at the shore, it’s all about outdoor living. Step outside to a fenced-in oasis featuring a large deck, a refreshing inground pool with patio space for sunbathing, zoned sprinkler system, and an enclosed outdoor shower, the perfect finish to any beach day. A detached garage with a huge side yard providing plenty of space for beach gear, surfboards, storage, and a ton of room for a beautiful organic garden. Exterior highlights include cedar shake siding, underground electric, a Wolf deck, and professionally designed landscape lighting. The home features Andersen 400 Series windows, spray foam insulation underneath, and updated plumbing, electric, and mechanical systems, including a tankless hot water heater. Blending old-world charm with carefully curated modern upgrades, this quaint seaside Gardens home is move-in ready, just in time for summer. Don’t miss your opportunity to own a tastefully updated classic on a generously sized lot in Ocean City’s premier neighborhood. Your offer on this home is subject to Federal Bankruptcy Court approval. Call us directly for a private showing and details on how to submit an offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by KRISTINA DOLISZNY• eXp Realty - Ocean City O382L
Bought with EDWARD (DALE) COLLINS• BERGER REALTY-Main
Est. $3,522 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 238 Crescent Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SJSRMLS #605671
Oct 16, 2026
Sold
$2,390,000
Mar 16, 2026
Listed
$2,100,000
SJSRMLS #455539
Jun 29, 2016
Sold
$535,000
May 17, 2016
Contingent
—
May 6, 2016
Price Changed
$549,900
Apr 15, 2016
Price Changed
$570,000
Feb 12, 2016
Price Changed
$584,900
Oct 27, 2015
Relisted
—
Oct 17, 2015
Contingent
—
Sep 24, 2015
Listed
$599,900
Charming Gardens Single Family Home. 3 Bedrooms 1.5 Baths with plenty of room to spread out the family on this large 65 X 100 foot property. Room to play in the side or back yards. Mature Trees surround this unique bit of paradise. Detached Garage with plenty of storage. Enjoy this comfortable family home. Well maintained over the years. Central Air. Come. .. .Live the good life.
Public Records
Nov 5, 1993
Sold
$178,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,280 (+3.4%)
$452,500 + $88,900
$541,400
2024
$6,075 (+4.8%)
$452,500 + $88,900
$541,400
2023
$5,798 (+4.1%)
$452,500 + $88,900
$541,400
2022
$5,571 (+2.4%)
$452,500 + $88,900
$541,400
2021
$5,441 (+2.8%)
$452,500 + $88,900
$541,400
2020
$5,295 (+4.1%)
$452,500 + $88,900
$541,400
2019
$5,087 (+0.9%)
$452,500 + $88,900
$541,400
2018
$5,040 (+1.6%)
$452,500 + $73,600
$526,100
2017
$4,961 (+4.8%)
$452,500 + $73,600
$526,100
2016
$4,735 (+2.8%)
$452,500 + $73,600
$526,100
2014
$4,604
$452,500 + $69,600
$522,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1.5
Lot width
65 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
6,499 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,667
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cape May County
APN
0800070 1700012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
G-45/5000
Gardens R-1 Neighborhood 45-5000 Zone
The Gardens R-1 Neighborhood Zones as established in Subsection 25-201.1.2 of this Ordinance are intended to provide and maintain residential characteristics of one-family homes on curvilinear streets in the northern end of Ocean City.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Exterior Parking: Three or More Cars
Garage: One Car
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Interior Features
Storage, Walk-In Closet
Appliances: Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Gas Stove, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Room Information
Laundry/Utility Room
# of Rooms: 8
Basement Information
Crawl Space
Heating & Cooling
A/C: Ceiling Fan(s), Central, Gas
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Exterior
Building Information
Age: 25+ Years
Exterior Features
Curbs, Deck, Fenced Yard, Outside Shower, Paved Road, Pool (In Ground), Sidewalks, Sprinkler System
Siding/Exterior: Cedar
Property Information
For Sale
Property Features
Driveway: Concrete
Storms/Screens: Screens
Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 65 x 100
Lot Frontage: 65
Lot Size: <1 Acre
Waterfront: No
Zoned: SF
Land Information
Floodplain: Yes
Financial
Taxes/Assessments Information
LVT Date: 2026-03-16
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public
Water: Public
Water Heater: Gas
Location
Location Information
Address 2: Gardens Location
Other (See Remarks)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,667
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,499 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Cape May County
APN: 0800070 1700012
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Other
Available Documents
Lead Base Paint, Sellers Property Condition
Listing Information
Bank Owned/Foreclosure: No
Photo Count: 38
Around this home
Schools
Ocean City Primary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 98° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Ocean City, NJ • 08226
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Ocean City. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.4 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$2.06M – $2.50M
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