Cape May County and Avalon Borough property record for 396 20th St, Avalon, NJ 08202
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1,884 sqft · built 2005 |
| Lot Size | 0.161 acres (7,000 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $910,000 (Jul 2015) |
| Tax Bill | $4,574 (2024) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Feb 2024 Sale Jul 2022 Line of Credit |
| Flood Zone | Zone AE (high risk) |
| APN | 01-00020-05-00112-396 |
| Primary APN | 01-00020-05-00112-396 |
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| Alternative APN |
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| Stories | 3 Stories |
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| Building Area | 1,884 sqft Living Area |
| Year Built | Built 2005 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2005 |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 7,000 sqft (0.161 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 100 ft deep x 70 ft wide |
| Street Address | 396 20TH ST |
|---|---|
| City | AVALON |
| State | NJ |
| Zip | 08202-2101 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R-2B |
| Legal Description | 110,110.02,111 |
| Legal Subdivision | 394-396 20TH STREET CONDO |
| Legal Block | 20.5 |
| Legal Lot Number | 112 |
| Jurisdiction | CAPE MAY NJ |
| Township / Civil Division | AVALON |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2018 |
| Census Tract | 20902 |
396 20th St is owned by two individuals who acquired it in February 2024.
Source: Cape May County and Avalon Borough records, as of June 29, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 835 COTTONWOOD DR, MALVERN, PA 19355-3139 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Husband and Wife |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Feb 22, 2024 | Deed, Transfer |
| Jul 7, 2022 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit UNIVEST BANK AND TRUST CO |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jul 24, 2015 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jul 24, 2015 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Mar 17, 2011 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2015207 |
| Deed Book / Page | 3635 / 646 |
| Last Transfer Date | Feb 16, 2024 |
| Transfer Doc | 0000031946 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CAPE MAY NJ |
| Recording Date | Feb 22, 2024 |
| Property Address | 396 20TH ST, AVALON, NJ 08202-2101 |
| Document Number | 0000031946 |
| Book / Page | D4155 / 690 |
| Instrument Date | Feb 16, 2024 |
| Instrument | 2024031946 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Mar 12, 2024 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 835 COTTONWOOD DR, MALVERN, PA 19355-3139 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 835 COTTONWOOD DR, MALVERN, PA 19355-3139 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CAPE MAY NJ |
| Property Address | 396 20TH ST, AVALON, NJ 08202-2101 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Aug 3, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 0000022372 |
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| Date | Jul 7, 2022 |
| Book Page | M6578/177 |
| Instrument | 2022022372 |
| Name | UNIVEST BANK AND TRUST CO |
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| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 301 Months |
| Due | Aug 1, 2047 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
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Source: Cape May County and Avalon Borough assessment roll, as of June 29, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New Jersey |
| County | Cape May County |
| Municipality | Avalon Borough |
| Unified School District | Avalon Borough School District (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $745,000 (-) Land $450,000 Building $295,000 | $745,000 (-) Land $450,000 Building $295,000 | |
| 2025 | $745,000 Land $450,000 Building $295,000 | $745,000 Land $450,000 Building $295,000 | |
| 2024 | $4,574.00 | ||
| 2023 | $745,000 (-) Land $450,000 Building $295,000 | $745,000 (-) Land $450,000 Building $295,000 | |
| 2022 | $4,231.00 (+3.83%) | $745,000 Land $450,000 Building $295,000 | $745,000 Land $450,000 Building $295,000 |
| 2021 | $4,075.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 396 20th St in Zone AE, a high-risk flood area; flood insurance is required for federally backed loans.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective October 4, 2017 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE high risk |
|---|---|
| 100-Year Floodplain | Yes 1% annual chance |
| Floodway | No |
| Base Flood Elevation | 9.0 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Required federally backed loans |
| Flood Insurance Cost | Premium on File median of 692 individual policies |
| Community Rating System | Class 3 (35% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 1,308 units insured incl. 616 condo units |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 932 (1979–2026) |
| Claims Outside the SFHA | 3 of 932 |
| Most Recent Claim | Feb 2026 · tidal / storm surge |
| Claims by Event |
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Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 396 20th St is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 96% of the US · lower than 89% of New Jersey |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | AVALON WATER AND SEWERAGE UTILITIES serves 39,839 people · EPA ID NJ0501001 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Aug 2024 |
| Lead | 1 ppb (2024–2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 583 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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