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Historic Duplex with Income Potential

626 Hughes Street Cape May, NJ 08204

626 Hughes Street, Cape May, NJ, 08204
$3,199,000
For Sale
$3,199,000

Victorian duplex configured as two units with 5 bedrooms, 3½ baths, and private mahogany deck access.

Days on Market228

Property Features for 626 Hughes Street

General Information

Standard status
Active
Property subtype
MULTI-FAMILY / Duplex

Building Details

Year Built
1879
Listing agency deSatnick Real Estate LLC - Cape May
Listed by Kathleen Satt · License #1540358
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Added: Dec 7, 2025 Updated: Jul 22 at 11:17AM Checked: Jul 22 at 11:17AM

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Based on property information with market context.

Joseph Hanes House (c. 1879) is a grand Victorian currently configured as two units that rent together as a single residence. The home offers 5 bedrooms and 3½ baths, and the layout allows for multiple living and rental setups, including living in one unit while generating rental income from the other, renting both separately, or restoring it to a single-family configuration. The first unit includes a front parlor, two bedrooms, one-and-a-half baths, and an open kitchen, dining, and living area that opens to a mahogany deck. The second/third floor unit is accessed via railed stairs and features an updated kitchen with cherry cabinetry and granite countertops, an open living and dining area, and a private rear mahogany deck, along with a three-room primary suite, additional bedrooms on the third floor, and abundant storage.

The property is located on one-way Hughes Street in the heart of Cape May’s Historic District, about three blocks to the beach and two blocks to the Washington Street Mall.

Additional details include a cedar roof, two electric meters, two-zone heating and air conditioning, recessed lighting, blown-in insulation, an outdoor shower, and a full basement with washer/dryer, workshop space, and ample storage.

Key Highlights

  • Victorian duplex built c. 1879 configured as 2 units with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 total baths
  • Full basement with washer/dryer, workshop, and ample storage
  • Two units with separate lavs and bathrooms: Unit 1 has 2 bedrooms/1.0 bath; Unit 2 has 3 bedrooms/2.0 baths

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Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Auto Repair Shop Nail Salon Grocery & Convenience Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Daycare Center Barber Shop Carpet & Flooring Store Computer & Electronic Repair (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Catering Service

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Victorian duplex configured as two units with 5 bedrooms, 3½ baths, and private mahogany deck access.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 626 Hughes Street Cape May, NJ.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,199,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Victorian duplex built c. 1879 configured as 2 units with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 total baths; Full basement with washer/dryer, workshop, and ample storage; Two units with separate lavs and bathrooms: Unit 1 has 2 bedrooms/1.0 bath; Unit 2 has 3 bedrooms/2.0 baths
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