1218 Lafayette Street, Cape May NJ - ACTIVE

For Sale: $1,889,000
MLS: 262735     Beds: 4     Baths: 3.1     Type: Single Family     Lot: 80 x 105     Taxes: $6,861     DOM: 24 Days

Beautifully updated and meticulously maintained 4-bedroom, 3½-bath single-family home in Cape May. Completely renovated and expanded in 2008, this exceptional property offers generous living spaces, quality craftsmanship, and an impressive array of features designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The first floor offers a spacious primary suite complete with an oversized walk-in closet. The impressive kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and elegant inlay cherry cabinetry. Brazilian cherry hardwood floors flow throughout the dining area, living room, and first-floor hallway. The living room is warmed by a ventless fireplace, while the heated sunroom provides additional year-round living space and features a wet bar with direct access to the screened-in porch. Upstairs, a separate living area provides added flexibility for family, guests, or extended stays. The second-floor ensuite bedroom includes a walk-in closet, while two additional guest bedrooms share a convenient hall bath. The exterior is equally impressive, featuring a large covered wraparound porch, durable Hardie siding with Tyvek weather protection underneath, Pella windows, and Trex decking on both the front and rear porches. A convenient circular driveway provides parking for approximately 5–6 vehicles. The home's infrastructure was comprehensively updated during the 2008/2009 renovation, including all new plumbing and electrical systems. Energy efficiency was thoughtfully incorporated throughout, with a two-zone, closed-loop geothermal HVAC system and foam insulation throughout the exterior walls, attic, and crawl space. The insulated attic is maintained at the same temperature as the living area, further enhancing the home's energy performance and comfort. All doors are 3' handicap accessible and all electric switches are handicap level. With its spacious floor plan, first-floor primary suite, flexible second-floor living space, inviting porches, extensive renovations, and convenient parking, this Cape May property offers a rare combination of comfort, character, quality, and functionality. Call for your showing appointment today, before this one is gone! OPEN HOUSE SAT 10/17 12-3 PM!!

PROPERTY FEATURES & AMENITIES

Porch   Screened Porch   Storage Building   Cable TV   Sidewalks   Living Room   Kitchen   Dining Area   1st Floor Primary Bedroom   Laundry Closet   Range   Oven   Microwave Oven   Refrigerator   Washer   Dryer   Dishwasher   Disposal   Smoke/Fire Detector   Stainless steel appliance   Heat Fuel:Geo-Thermal   Water Heater:Gas- Natural   Water Heater:On Demand   Basement:Crawl Space   Stone Driveway   4 car parking   Fireplace- Gas   Handicap Features   Wood Flooring   Security System   Smoke/Fire Alarm   Storage   Walk in Closet   Wall to Wall Carpet   Tile Flooring   Cooling:Central Air Condition   City   Two Story   Exterior:Hardie Board

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Last Database Update: 10/16/2026 11:01:44

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