Welcome to Fortescue Beach, a hidden gem tucked along the Delaware Bay where life moves slower and sunsets steal the show. This charming bayshore cottage was completely rehabbed in 2022—from the roof down— offering peace of mind and modern comfort while preserving its coastal character. Thoughtfully updated and offered with select furnishings, this home is truly turnkey—ideal as a weekend escape, personal retreat, or income-producing short-term rental. Just unpack and start enjoying. Walk to the beach and marina, spend your days fishing, crabbing, boating, or simply soaking in the bay breeze—and best of all, skip the shore traffic entirely. If you’ve been dreaming of a place where mornings are quiet, neighbors wave, and evenings end with breathtaking bay sunsets, this is it. Fortescue isn’t just a destination—it’s a lifestyle. Nothing to do here but arrive… and stay awhile. *Shed being removed prior to closing. ***Best and final due Monday 3/2/26 at 6:00pm.
Pending
Price cut: $85K (3/1)
$115,000
97 Garrison Ave, Fortescue, NJ 08321
1beds
528sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
4,499 Square Feet Lot
$114,600 Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming bayshore cottageBreathtaking bay sunsetsPreserving its coastal characterThoughtfully updatedBay breezeOffered with select furnishings
- 18 days |
- 816 |
- 30 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 03, 2026 at 05:55am
Listed by:
Suzanne Cunningham 856-304-7324,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Washington-Gloucester
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJCB2028618
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bathroom 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Flooring - Engineered Wood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Instant Hot Water, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: None
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Stone, Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 528
- Total interior livable area: 528 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 528
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Crushed Stone, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Flood Lights
- Pool features: None
- Waterfront features: Bay
- Body of water: Delaware Bay / Fortescue Creek
Lot
- Size: 4,499 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot/Unit
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 040006700023
- Zoning: RESORT RESDIENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
- Major remodel year: 2022
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Private Septic Tank, Public Hook/Up Avail
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fortescue
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Fortescue
- Municipality: DOWNE TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $218/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $108,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,446
- Date on market: 3/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Other
- Inclusions: All Contents In The House
- Exclusions: All Contents In The Garage
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$114,600
$109,000 - $120,000
$1,361/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/3/2026 | Pending sale | $115,000$218/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJCB2028618 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2026 | Price change | $115,000-42.5%$218/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJCB2028618 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $200,000+207.7%$379/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJCB2021324 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2021 | Sold | $65,000-13.2%$123/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJCB132242 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2021 | Pending sale | $74,900$142/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJCB132242 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2021 | Listed for sale | $74,900+10.1%$142/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJCB132242 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2011 | Sold | $68,000$129/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,837 | $106,700 |
| 2024 | $2,837 +1.1% | $106,700 |
| 2023 | $2,806 +2.6% | $106,700 |
| 2022 | $2,736 +5% | $106,700 |
| 2021 | $2,605 +1.5% | $106,700 |
| 2020 | $2,566 +0.4% | $106,700 |
| 2019 | $2,557 | $106,700 |
| 2018 | $2,557 +4.2% | $106,700 |
| 2017 | $2,453 +6.6% | $106,700 |
| 2016 | $2,300 +8% | $106,700 |
| 2015 | $2,131 +3.2% | $106,700 |
| 2014 | $2,066 +4.6% | $106,700 |
| 2012 | $1,975 +10.8% | $106,700 |
| 2011 | $1,782 +1.3% | $106,700 |
| 2010 | $1,758 +12.9% | $106,700 |
| 2009 | $1,557 +3.8% | $106,700 +172.9% |
| 2008 | $1,500 | $39,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $39,100 |
| 2006 | -- | $39,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $39,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $39,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $39,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $39,100 |
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Est. payment
$779/mo
Principal & interest
$593
Property taxes
$186
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Neighborhood: 08321
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Downe Twp Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Downe Township Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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