Cape May
Cape May County, NJ08204Local property tax rates, FHA loan limits, and home price data for Cape May, New Jersey.
Est. Monthly Tax
$645/mo
Est. P&I Payment (80% LTV, 7% rate, 30yr)
$7,257/mo
Buying a Home in Cape May?
Cape May is located in Cape May County, New Jersey. Based on recent Zillow Home Value Index data, the estimated median home price in Cape May is approximately $1,363,420.
The effective property tax rate for Cape May is 0.568%, resulting in an estimated annual property tax of $7,744 (or roughly $645 per month). Property taxes are a critical factor in your total monthly housing payment, especially when qualifying for an FHA loan.
The current FHA loan limit for Cape May County is $561,200. This means FHA financing is available for homes up to that purchase price with as little as 3.5% down. Conventional conforming loan limits may differ — contact a licensed NJ mortgage originator for the most current figures.
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Data source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) paired with 2024 General/Effective Tax Rates from the NJ Department of Community Affairs. FHA Loan Limits per HUD guidelines. All figures are estimates and subject to change.