5 Tern St, Cape May, NJ 08204
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OFF MARKET

$479,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,184 sqft

5 Tern St, Cape May, NJ 08204

Est. Refi. Payment $3,052/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 4, 2015 for $191,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$480K
Since last month
Increased$5K (+1%)
Since last year
Increased$22K (+4.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$289K (+151.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +149% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$480K
August 2026$475K
July 2026$470K
June 2026$485K
May 2026$481K
April 2026$476K
March 2026$478K
February 2026$469K
January 2026$460K
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
15 Plover St N, Cape May, NJ
0.12
Single-Family Home
$455,000
07/16/26
3
2
1,148
23 Heron Way N, Cape May, NJ
0.12
Single-Family Home
$479,900
07/31/26
3
2
1,204
14 Thistle Ln N, Cape May, NJ
0.08
Single-Family Home
$585,000
04/30/26
3
2
1,360
14 Thistle Ln, Cape May, NJ
0.08
Single-Family Home
$585,000
04/16/26
3
2
1,360
62 Cape Woods Rd N, Cape May, NJ
0.26
Single-Family Home
$485,000
09/18/26
3
2
1,310
54 Heron Way, Cape May, NJ
0.29
Single-Family Home
$575,000
10/29/25
3
2
1,330
207 Old Mill Dr, Cape May, NJ
0.33
Single-Family Home
$374,900
05/28/26
3
2
1,396
105 Pontaxit Ave, Cape May, NJ
0.36
Single-Family Home
$385,000
11/24/25
3
2
1,036
19 Tern St N, Cape May, NJ
0.08
Single-Family Home
$350,000
07/31/26
3
2
-
45 Heron Way, Cape May, NJ
0.30
Single-Family Home
$599,900
09/15/26
3
2
1,290

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
18 Thistle Ln N, Cape May, NJ 08204
0.06
$827,300
3
2
1,722
Off Market
16 Heron Way N, Cape May, NJ 08204
0.06
$448,000
3
2
1,176
Off Market
11 Heron Way, Cape May, NJ 08204
0.06
$519,300
3
2
1,204
Off Market
14 Thistle Ln, Cape May, NJ 08204
0.08
$585,000
3
2
1,360
Recently Sold
14 Thistle Ln N, Cape May, NJ 08204
0.08
$585,000
3
2
1,360
Recently Sold
19 Tern St N, Cape May, NJ 08204
0.08
$350,000
3
2
-
Recently Sold
19 Heron Way, Cape May, NJ 08204
0.09
$493,300
3
2
-
Off Market
24 Heron Way, Cape May, NJ 08204
0.10
$472,300
3
2
-
Off Market
15 Plover St N, Cape May, NJ 08204
0.12
$455,000
3
2
1,148
Recently Sold
10 Deer Run, North Cape May, NJ 08204
0.13
$520,600
2
1
-
Off Market
23 Heron Way N, Cape May, NJ 08204
0.12
$479,900
3
2
1,204
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 5 Tern St.
  • Schools2 Preschool Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1990
1,184 sqft
$405/sqft

About this House

One of the Cape May areas best kept secrets. Nestled on a tranquil street in the desirable Bay Garden area of Lower Township with minimum through traffic. This charming home is immaculate and well maintained. Lovely front porch provides entry to a bright and airy living room with open floor plan and a vaulted ceiling with Casablanca ceiling fan. Eat in kitchen with granite countertop and ceramic tile backsplash. Off to the right of the living area you will find 2 bedrooms and hall bath on the first floor. Washer and Dryer plus extra closets for storage. Bedroom and bath on the second floor with open loft area which is now a TV room and awaiting your personal choice. Professional landscaping offering plenty of privacy with stone retaining wall and paver patio. Outside shower, storage area and off street parking as well as a sprinkler system. Storage on all levels. Owner has had a new air conditioner installed this month. A must see! Note: There is a Bay Gardens Landowners Association. An annual fee of $50.00 is paid by the seller.
5 Tern St, Cape May, NJ 08204 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,184 sqft single-family home built in 1990. It last sold for $191,000 on Dec 4, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $479,900, with a rent estimate of $2,709/month.

Home Details for 5 Tern St

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1990
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Wood

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3598 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 4, 2015
Source: N/A
Sold
$191,000
Aug 25, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$191,000
Aug 4, 1998
Source: N/A
Sold
$92,000

Market trends in Cape May

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$712K
$1.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.0%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$513
$14MoM
Available listings
106
1MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Cape May

At least 123 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 68 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 68 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 62 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Gromig
    "This is a very quiet and dog friendly, kid friendly neighborhood. I love being tucked in close by to Wildwood, Cape May, and the Delaware Bay. All of these places are within a ten or fifteen minute drive, depending on the time of year. "
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  • Frank Wise
    "Not a lot of places to let dogs run freely . The beaches are not very dog friendly. Lots of ticks and other bugs "
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  • Karen Dammann
    "Traffic can cause delays in the summer months. Definitely best to have your own vehicle in this area. "
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  • Gromig
    "This is a dog-friendly, quiet neighborhood. I feel very safe here. People are very friendly and respect each other’s privacy. "
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  • Gerry E.
    "Christmas parade, Victorian home tours, bed and breakfast inns, horse and carriage rides through town"
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  • Bobcat
    "great area I just need larger property Neighbors are friendly well keep yards not many kids Walking distance to hawk vineyard winery close to everything"
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  • Claudia.donofrio26
    "It’s an older neighborhood. Not a lot of kids. It’s quiet and people keep to themselves but it’s a safe neighborhood. "
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  • Gerri D.
    "Great place , go here on vacation Very friendly nice people Safe neighborhoods Great restaurants ......"
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  • Gerri D.
    "Beaches are awesome! People are mostly retirees year round and families in the summer Great restaurants "
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  • Mary S.
    "Quick and easy. I don’t have that far to go. I work in wildwood crest. It takes about 10 mins to get there or less. There’s more traffic in the summer."
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  • Capebuilds
    "There’s nothing you need to help this neighborhood in fact I don’t know why you were asking me so many questions about this neighborhood I don’t live here and I don’t wish to buy a house here thank you for all of your help"
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  • Yahir
    "the parades, events and everyone being kind to each other and not being a drug attic so that’s why cape may is amazing!!"
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  • Kayleigh C. .
    "you always see people walking their dogs and all dogs always seem welcome; as long as they are well trained."
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  • Colleen V.
    "Holiday parties , decorations, helping hands, everyone knows each other since the neighbor was started and now it’s into grandchildren and great grandchildren "
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  • Thomas P. M.
    "Cape May is one of the top 10 places to visit and live in America. Great beaches, restaurants, night life, friendly people, history, architecture and the arts."
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  • Trulia User
    "Spend time here in the summer and love how safe it feels to bring my kids and dog. I never feel I have to worry here. "
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  • Cjvile03
    "I lived here since 1986, as a preteen into adulthood and adult with my children and grandchildren now. It consists of 4 streets and everyone looks after everyone. We all know each other since the homes were built and if your new your welcomed as if you have been here all your life."
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  • Macie
    "Most of the yards have spurs (pointy/pokey ball like weeds) which could be very painful for your dogs to play or walk on. my pup sure does love taking walks on the beach/bay though."
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  • Nbuchner
    "Beautiful sunsets, great restaurants, free beach and dogs welcome, too. Great fireworks on July 4th. "
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  • Mamendola
    "Throw back in time to a simpler way of life. Victorian era mixed with some modern architecture. Lots of sidewalks, well maintained yards, and a feeling of pride among home owners"
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  • Pas S.
    "Beautiful harbor views And sunrises. Always fun watching the boats weighing in their catch. Tournament time is very exciting."
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  • Nbuchner
    "Beautiful sunsets over the Delaware Bay, friendly neighbors, dog friendly beach. Plenty of parking. "
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  • Patti
    "West Cape May has come along way baby! New houses are being constructed and existing homes are being renovated because West Cape May’s real estate market is on fire. Walking distance to hiking trails through the Bird Refuge and Natural Preserve with beautiful views of the historic Lighthouse. Ride your bike to town, beach, winery and fabulous restaurants and bars. I think it’s the quiet side of town. We have a home there and we love it."
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  • turnt
    "Quiet neighborhood with easy access to parkway. Strong neighbor alliance and funny business is not allowed."
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  • Jazgracz
    "Great place to grow up and raise your children. Small year round residents. Most places are summer homes. Still the restaurant and bars stay open. Mild winter "
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  • Unspecified
    "It’s a great neighborhood for dogs . The bay allows dogs on the beach before 11am and after 4pm between Memorial Day through Labor Day."
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  • Thomas P. M.
    "I live in most of the time in North Jersey and come down on weekends and vacation. It’s a three hour commute."
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Frequently asked questions about 5 Tern St

  • What is 5 Tern St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5 Tern St in Cape May, NJ is $479,900.
  • What is the price history for 5 Tern St?
    5 Tern St in Cape May, NJ last sold for $191,000 in December 2015.
  • Is Cape May a buyer's or seller's market?
    Cape May is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Cape May?
    The median sale price in Cape May is $712K. That is down $1.67K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 5 Tern St?
    The lot at 5 Tern St in Cape May, NJ is about 0.08 acres (3,598 sq ft).

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