Unique Strathmere duplex located in center of town offers opportunity for beach lovers or investment seekers. Situated a block from the beach and a block from the bay each unit features 2 bedroom 1 bath units. A separate 3 car detached garage is located in the rear of the property offering off street parking. This large lot also houses the towns post office located in the front bottom portion of 1st floor unit. Close to restaurants, corson inlet state park and a short drive to boardwalk and shops in Sea Isle City. Selling As Is. Inspections are for informational purposes only. Post office lease approximately 4 more years.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Maura McCray• GOLDCOAST SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Bought with Brian Riordan• RIORDAN REAL ESTATE INC.
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Market trends in 08248, NJ
Last updated October 2026
Sale-to-list price
96.3%
+0.7% MoM
Median sale price
$1.9M
$238K MoM
Avg. days on market
83d
34 days MoM
Recently sold homes
1
3 MoM
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Sale history for 9 S Commonwealth Ave
Date
Event
Price
CMCMLS #210516
May 21, 2021
Sold
$625,000
Feb 26, 2021
Pending
—
Dec 20, 2020
Listed
$749,000
CMCMLS #165488
Oct 9, 2015
Sold
$515,000
Sep 11, 2015
Delisted
—
Aug 6, 2015
Listed
$529,000
Enjoy the breathtaking views from this charming 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom beach block home. This immaculate property features a spacious floor plan, gas fireplace, private garage parking, multiple decks with ocean and bay views, outside shower and much more.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,215 (+5.3%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2024
$10,654 (+5.3%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2023
$10,117 (+3.5%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2022
$9,776 (+3.8%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2021
$9,417 (+3.9%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2020
$9,062 (+2.5%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2019
$8,841 (+2.7%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2018
$8,611 (+1.1%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2017
$8,515 (−1.5%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2016
$8,644 (−7.9%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2014
$9,386
$615,000 + $40,000
$655,000
Tax history for 9 S Commonwealth Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,215 (+5.3%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2024
$10,654 (+5.3%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2023
$10,117 (+3.5%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2022
$9,776 (+3.8%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2021
$9,417 (+3.9%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2020
$9,062 (+2.5%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2019
$8,841 (+2.7%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2018
$8,611 (+1.1%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2017
$8,515 (−1.5%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2016
$8,644 (−7.9%)
$326,400 + $153,300
$479,700
2014
$9,386
$615,000 + $40,000
$655,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
44 ft.
Lot depth
141 ft.
Lot size
6,203 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,040
Year built
1916
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cape May County
APN
1100846 00002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
RC
Resort Commercial
The purpose of the RC Resort Districts are to provide for development specifically related to the barrier beach community of Strathmere and Whale Beach. The purpose of the RC District is to provide locations on Strathmere where relatively small retail and service establishments may be located. It is intended that any development will take place in accordance with the requirements specified under the FEMA flood hazard regulations in recognition of the precarious environmental situation. Additionally, minimum ground floor elevations are established to ensure protection against flooding and allow for the continued improvement of street networks.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Bank
Day care facility
General retail
Restaurant
Office
Marina
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
For 3 Cars, Detached, Concrete Driveway
Interior
Interior Features
Other Rooms: Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Area
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Gas (Natural), Baseboard
Exterior
Exterior Features
Deck, Screened Porch
Property Information
For Sale
Suitable For: Multi Family+Rooms
Financial
Taxes & Assessments Information
Tax Year: 2019
Taxes: $8,840.87
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Private
Gas
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 2
Unit 1 Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Baths: 1
# of Rooms: 3
Unit Number: Upper
Unit 2 Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Baths: 1
# of Rooms: 4
Unit Number: Lower
Location Information
Near: Strathmere Fire house
Proximity to Bay: 1 Block
Proximity to Beach: 1 Block
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,040
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,203 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1916
Year Renovated: —
County: Cape May County
APN: 1100846 00002
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Upper Township Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 4.9mi
7/10
Upper Twp Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.0mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 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 96° 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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