68 homes for sale in Avalon right now: every active listing from both shore MLSes, updated every 15 minutes. Median list price: $3,970,000, as of November 10, 2026.
Avalon’s borough slogan is “Cooler by a Mile,” and it’s literal: Seven Mile Island juts roughly a mile farther into the Atlantic than the barrier islands to its north, so the town catches ocean breezes that the mainland doesn’t. Avalon occupies the northern half of that island (its street grid runs from the single digits at Townsends Inlet down to about 80th Street, where Stone Harbor begins), and it consistently appears among New Jersey’s most expensive ZIP codes in published rankings. The reason is visible from the beach path: high, vegetated dunes that the borough has protected for decades, a maritime forest that most Jersey Shore towns bulldozed generations ago, and block after block of new elevated construction replacing the modest cottages that stood here through the 1990s.
The market here is a rebuilding market. Older ranchers and upside-down beach houses trade largely for their lots, then come back as elevated new builds with pools, cabanas, and top-floor living rooms designed to see over the dune line. That teardown cycle, plus a buyer base drawn heavily from the Philadelphia region and the Princeton corridor, keeps Avalon’s price per square foot at the top of the Cape May County market. If you’re comparing shore towns, Avalon is the one where the dunes are tallest, the boardwalk is quietest, and the numbers run highest. The live figures below show exactly how high, stamped with the date we pulled them.
Avalon market snapshot
All figures come from live listing data across both shore MLSes (Cape May County MLS + South Jersey Shore Regional MLS), as of November 10, 2026.
| Metric | Avalon | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Active listings | 68 | All property types |
| Median list price | $3,970,000 | Trailing snapshot |
| Single-family share of inventory | 51% | vs. 40% condo/townhouse |
Featured Avalon listings
The newest active listings in Avalon, refreshed as they hit either MLS:
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- 2 bd
- 2 ba
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- 6 bd
- 7 ba
- 3,900 sqft
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- 6,482 sqft
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- 1,000 sqft
Browse all 68 Avalon listings, or filter by beach block, bayfront, or new construction.
Avalon price trends
See the month-by-month line above. Avalon’s trend line tends to be lumpier than bigger markets like Ocean City because inventory is thin and a handful of oceanfront closings can swing a monthly median. For deeper history, quarterly written reports live on our Avalon market data page.
Recently sold in Avalon
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- 4 bd
- 2.5 ba
- 2,450 sqft
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- 7 bd
- 8 ba
- 4,073 sqft
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- 2 bd
- 1 ba
- 675 sqft
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- 4 bd
- 2.5 ba
- 1,880 sqft
Closed sales are the ground truth for pricing a purchase or a sale: asking prices tell you what sellers hope for, these tell you what buyers actually paid.
Avalon neighborhoods and micro-markets
Avalon is one borough, but it prices like several distinct markets:
- North End (7th Street through the low 20s). The blocks nearest Townsends Inlet, with a seawall along the inlet beaches and quick access to the Townsends Inlet Bridge to Sea Isle City. A mix of older stock and new builds; inlet-front properties trade on views up the coast.
- Downtown blocks (20s to low 30s). The commercial heart of Avalon runs along Dune Drive here, with the borough’s short boardwalk (about a half mile, roughly 21st to 32nd Street, no amusement piers, no games) paralleling the beach. Walk-to-everything location commands a premium, especially east of Dune Drive.
- High Dunes stretch (mid-island). The blocks behind Avalon’s signature high dunes and maritime forest. Beach paths wind through genuinely tall dunes; oceanfront homes here sit behind a natural buffer most of the coast lost long ago. This is where much of the town’s largest new construction lands.
- Bayfront and lagoon streets. The west side of the island, where homes come with docks, boat lifts, and sunset exposure. Bayfront pricing runs on a different axis than ocean-side pricing: water frontage, bulkhead condition, and boating access drive value.
- South Avalon (60s to 70s). Quieter blocks approaching the Stone Harbor line at 80th Street, close to Stone Harbor’s 96th Street shopping district without being in it.
Local knowledge
Beaches and dunes. Avalon requires beach tags in season, like nearly every Cape May County town. What sets its beaches apart is the dune system: high, planted, and protected by borough policy that predates most of the state’s coastal rules. Expect longer walk-overs to the sand in the mid-island blocks; that’s the tradeoff for the storm buffer and the seclusion.
Getting there and around. Garden State Parkway Exit 13 puts you on Avalon Boulevard, a causeway across the back-bay marsh straight into town at 30th Street. Philadelphia is roughly 90 miles away, and Avalon’s buyer base has long skewed toward the Philadelphia Main Line and the Princeton corridor, a pattern any local agent will confirm from their sign calls. On the island, Dune Drive is the spine; bikes handle most in-town trips.
Dining and town life. Avalon’s scene is compact and long-tenured: The Princeton and the Whitebrier anchor the bar-restaurant side near 21st Street, Kohler’s Bakery has been a Dune Drive morning ritual for generations, and the Avalon Yacht Club and back-bay marinas carry the boating side of town. For bigger retail runs, Stone Harbor’s 96th Street is minutes away.
Flood zones and insurance. Avalon is a barrier-island town, and most of the island falls within FEMA-mapped flood zones. That’s the baseline condition of every town on this coast, not a red flag. What matters per-property is elevation: newer construction is built at or above current FEMA base flood elevations, while older homes may carry higher premiums or grandfathered ratings. Ask for the elevation certificate on any home you’re serious about; we flag elevation and flood-zone details on listings as the data allows. Flood insurance is a real annual cost. Budget for it, and price it before you offer, not after.
FAQ
What is the median home price in Avalon?
The median list price in Avalon is $3,970,000 as of November 10, 2026. Avalon consistently prices at the top of the Cape May County shore market, driven by new elevated construction and scarce oceanfront supply.
How many homes are for sale in Avalon right now?
There are 68 active listings in Avalon as of November 10, 2026. That includes every listing from both shore MLSes, so you’re seeing the complete market, not one feed.
Is Avalon expensive compared to other Jersey Shore towns?
Yes. Avalon ranks #1 of the 13 shore towns we track by median price, as of November 10, 2026. It consistently appears among New Jersey’s most expensive ZIP codes in published rankings. Neighboring Stone Harbor is its closest price peer; Sea Isle City, one bridge north, typically trades meaningfully lower.
What property types dominate Avalon?
Single-family homes make up 51% of current Avalon inventory, with condos and townhouses at 40%. That’s a notably higher single-family share than duplex-heavy Sea Isle City or condo-heavy Wildwood. New construction is a large and growing slice of what’s listed in any given season.
Does Avalon have a boardwalk and free beaches?
Avalon has a short, quiet boardwalk (about a half mile from roughly 21st to 32nd Street, with no amusement piers), and its beaches require tags in season. The town’s beach signature isn’t the boardwalk; it’s the high dune system, among the tallest on the New Jersey coast.
Is Avalon in a flood zone?
Most of Avalon, like every barrier-island town, sits in FEMA-mapped flood zones, and flood insurance is a standard cost of ownership here. The practical question is a specific home’s elevation relative to base flood elevation, which drives the premium. Newer elevated construction generally rates better; always review the elevation certificate before you offer.
Can I rent out a home I buy in Avalon?
Yes. Seasonal rentals are an established part of the Avalon market, and many owners offset costs with summer weeks. The borough regulates rentals (including a required mercantile license for rental properties), so confirm current rules with Avalon Borough before you underwrite rental income. Weekly summer rates on newer homes near the beach are among the strongest on this coast.
What are property taxes like in Avalon?
Avalon’s effective property-tax rate is among the lower rates in New Jersey, a common pattern in shore towns where a large seasonal tax base supports a small year-round population. Exact taxes depend on the assessment of the specific property. We display current tax figures on listings where available, and your closing attorney or agent can pull the exact record before you offer.
Nearby towns and related pages
- Stone Harbor, NJ homes for sale, Seven Mile Island’s southern half
- Sea Isle City, NJ homes for sale, one bridge north over Townsends Inlet
- Avalon market data, trends, medians, and quarterly reports
- Sell your home in Avalon, full MLS exposure for a lower fee than the commonly quoted 5 to 6%
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Listing data from the Cape May County MLS and South Jersey Shore Regional MLS, refreshed every 15 minutes; market statistics as of November 10, 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. FindAShoreHome is powered by Shore Points Realty. Equal Housing Opportunity.
