719 Columbia Avenue

Cape May, NJ 08204

$3,550,000
Price
11
Beds
9
Baths
3,623 Sq. Ft.
$980 / Sq. Ft.
3,623
Sq. Ft.
$980
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 719 Columbia Avenue in the scenic Cape May, home to the charming Bacchus Inn Bed & Breakfast, named after the Roman god of wine currently being sold as a single family home. This beautiful, centrally located Cape May gem is situated in the heart of the historic district, just a short stroll from the area's renowned shops, restaurants, and pristine beaches. The property is being offered as a 9-bedroom (potentially 11) home with 9 full bathrooms and a powder room home. Set on a spacious...Welcome to 719 Columbia Avenue in the scenic Cape May, home to the charming Bacchus Inn Bed & Breakfast, named after the Roman god of wine currently being sold as a single family home. This beautiful, centrally located Cape May gem is situated in the heart of the historic district, just a short stroll from the area's renowned shops, restaurants, and pristine beaches. The property is being offered as a 9-bedroom (potentially 11) home with 9 full bathrooms and a powder room home. Set on a spacious 75 x 111 lot, there is ample parking available. Endless possibilities await continue the Bed & Breakfast, possibly convert it into condos, use it as a single-family home or vacation rental, or explore potential additions—your creativity and due diligence is the limit. The property comes mostly furnished, ensuring a smooth transition for its new owner. Whether you decide to carry on its legacy or turn it into a sought-after whole house rental, keep it for your growing family, or bring your own vision to life—whether maintaining its Victorian elegance or embracing a more coastal vibe—the choice is yours. Ideally located just steps from the beach, Washington Street Mall, and local shops, cafes, and restaurants, this stunning property offers the perfect base to enjoy all Cape May has to offer. A gem has abundant potential, The Bacchus Inn awaits your vision. Showings are by appointment only for qualified buyers. A few general thoughts on large home rentals in the Cape May area should that be your desire: generally with dedicating more living space downstairs. $8,000-$10,000 Peak Season Weeks. Living space and kitchen updates are really important if you can accommodate 8 Bedrooms, Sleeping 17 Guests. If updated throughout, central air conditioning and other updates homes rent around $12,000-$16,000 Peak Season. The nicer the property, the more people will pay. 8 Bedrooms, Sleeping 17 Guests. Off season weeks go as low as $4000 per week or $600 per night. If a pool could be installed much higher.
  1. Listed by Carol A. Menz,GRI,CRS,ABR,SFR • COASTLINE REALTY, LLC

Property Details for 719 Columbia Avenue

MLS #
243583
DOM
3
Approx Year Built
1872
Class
RESIDENTIAL
Seasonal
Year Round Use
Location
Cleared Lot, Inside Lot, Island
Sale/Rent
For Sale
Type
Single Family
LISTING UPDATED: 12/18/2024 10:09 AM

Property Details for 719 Columbia Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #243583
Days on Market6
Taxes$13,720 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Single Family
Year Built1872
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,325 SF
CountyCape May County

Building Information for 719 Columbia Avenue

Stories-Year Built1872Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,325 SF

Property Information for 719 Columbia Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: Cape May
  • Address Number: 719
  • District - Township: 02-Cape May City
  • Near: Town and Beach
  • Address Search Number: 719.0
  • Address Street: Columbia
  • City: Cape May
  • Street Designation: Avenue
  • Address: 719 Columbia Avenue
  • Status: ACTIVE
  • Zoned: R-S
  • State: NJ
  • Zip: 08204
  • Status Detail: 0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Taxes: $13,720.35
  • Tax Year: 2024
Parking
  • Parking/garage: 3 Car, See Remarks, 4 car parking, Gravel Driveway
Property
Lot Information
  • Approx Living Sq Ft: 3623.0
  • Construction: Victorian
  • Lot Size: 75 x 111
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Frontage: 75.0
  • Lot Number: 14
  • Block Number: 1066
Property and Assessments
  • May B Sub to 3rd pty Appr: No
Utilities
  • Heating: Gas Natural, Electric, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Window Air Conditioning
  • Hot water: Gas- Natural
  • Water: City
  • Sewer: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Other rooms: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Interior features: Fireplace- Gas, Wood Flooring, Wall to Wall Carpet, Tile Flooring, Fireplace - Electric
  • Total Rooms: 22
  • Total Baths: 9.1
  • Full Baths: 9
  • Bedrooms: 11
  • Lavs: 1.0
  • Appliances Included: Range, Oven, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Wine Cooler
  • Also Included: Window Treatments
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Outside Entrance
Exterior Features
  • EXTERIOR: Shingle, Wood
  • Outside Features: Deck, Enclosed/Covered Patio, Porch, Storage Building, Outside Shower

Property History for 719 Columbia Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 719 Columbia Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$747,000Additions$530,500Total$1,277,500
Tax Record2023$13,720 ($1,143 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt3,623 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,623 SqFtStories3Lot Size8,324 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1872ZoningR-SCountyCAPE MAYAPN02 01066-0000-00014

Schools near 719 Columbia Avenue

This home is within Lower Cape May Regional School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cape May City Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Richard M Teitelman School
Public - 7 to 8
Lower Cape May Reg High School
Public - 9 to 12
Our Lady Star of Sea School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Cape May City Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Richard M Teitelman School
Public7 to 8

Lower Cape May Reg High School
Public9 to 12

Our Lady Star of Sea School
PrivatePK to 8

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More information about 719 Columbia Avenue, Cape May, NJ 08204

719 Columbia Avenue is a single family home for sale in Cape May, NJ 08204. This property was listed for sale on December 15, 2024 by COASTLINE REALTY, LLC, it's currently listed at $3,550,000. It has been on the market for a total of 6 days and was last sold on July 20, 2004. This listing's school districts are Lower Cape May Regional School District, Cape May City Board Of Education School District. Nearby schools include Cape May City Elementary School, Richard M Teitelman School and Lower Cape May Reg High School. 719 Columbia Avenue is a 11-bed, 9-bath, 3,623 sqft single family home built in 1872.

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