


City Guide
Ocean City, NJ
Overview
Ocean City, NJ is well-known for its saltwater taffy. Living in Ocean city will provide a smaller city setting with a population of around 11,000 residents. An interesting fact about Ocean City is that it was once named Peck's Beach. Additionally, the city features eight miles of beach and a wooden boardwalk lined with restaurants, shops, and hotels.
What’s it like to live in Ocean City, NJ ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Ocean City, NJ you'll find that the median sale price is
$1,225,000
and homes stay on the market for 82 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Ocean City are $1,575,000
and $984,950
, respectively. Ocean City area townhouses have a median sale price of $2,457,500
, making them more expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Ocean City, NJExplore our Ocean City housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Ocean City home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Ocean City rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Ocean City rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Ocean City, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Ocean City
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Ocean City Homes | $1,295,000 | 29 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
The Goldcoast | $1,374,000 | 20 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Central Ocean City | $862,500 | 28 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
The Board Walk | $1,099,900 | 27 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Downtown Ocean City | $834,450 | 30 / 100 | 80 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Ocean City
See all homes for saleRental listings in Ocean City
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsOcean City Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '25 - Apr '25, 25% of Ocean City homebuyers searched to move out of Ocean City, while 75% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 2% of homebuyers searched to move into Ocean City from outside metros.
- New York homebuyers searched to move into Ocean City more than any other metro followed by Los Angeles and Washington.
Where are people moving to Ocean City from?
- 75% of Ocean City homebuyers searched to stay within the Ocean City metropolitan area.
- Salisbury was the most popular destination among Ocean City homebuyers followed by Harrisburg and Allentown.
Where are people from Ocean City moving to?
Number of People Moving to Ocean City
least
most
People are moving to Ocean City from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
1 | 4,619 | ||
2 | 738 | ||
3 | 491 | ||
4 | 171 | ||
5 | 54 | ||
6 | 45 | ||
7 | 33 | ||
8 | 27 | ||
9 | 7 | ||
10 | 4 |
People are leaving Ocean City for
Outbound | Net outflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
1 | 1,779 | ||
2 | 1,772 | ||
3 | 1,322 | ||
4 | 761 | ||
5 | 716 | ||
6 | 561 | ||
7 | 513 | ||
8 | 452 | ||
9 | 402 | ||
10 | 398 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Ocean City, NJ ?
There are many wonderful ways to spend your time in Ocean City, NJ, from enjoying local art, dining at some of the best restaurants in town, or spending time at a park. Home to a few museums, add the Discovery Seashell Museum and Ocean City Historical Museum to your list. With performing arts centers like Greater Ocean City Theatre Company and local galleries like Anime Gallery, there's a vibrant arts and culture scene to be found here. Parks are plentiful in Ocean City, where you can find green spaces like Corson's Inlet State Park and 34th Street Park and Playground. For a taste of Ocean City's cuisine, there are a handful of local eateries you don't want to skip. Browns Restaurant, Mario's Pizzeria & Restaurant, and Sindia Restaurant are just three of the numerous restaurants you should stop for a meal at.
Explore some of the best things to do in Ocean City
What's the best way to get around Ocean City, NJ ?
Ocean City Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There is 1 car rental location. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There are 2 bike rental locations.
Airports
Ocean City has 1 airport which allows you to easily travel.