Cape May County, New Jersey, boasts a diverse real estate landscape with  16 towns. In Cape May County, NJ, property records are crucial documents encompassing liens, deeds, settlements, mortgages, and tax sales certificates. These records are vital in confirming ownership rights and authenticating real estate transfers.

Cape May County property records list an average home value of $661,021 and a median monthly rent of $1,458. With a median household income of $96,538, residents face a tax burden of 1.18% on a property's assessed fair market value.

In Cape May County, NJ, the  County Clerk administers the recording and maintenance of essential real property records, including deeds, liens, agreements, and financial documents, primarily indexed using party names, document types, book and page numbers, and file numbers.

The Record Room, located at 7 N. Main Street, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210, houses physical records, while online access is available through the county's database dating back to August 2000 for deeds and January 1996 for mortgages via the County Clerk's Land Records Public Search Page.

Fees for obtaining property records in Cape May County, NJ, vary based on document type, delivery methods, and additional services like certification. For accurate fee details and the specific process for obtaining copies, contact the County Clerk’s Office at 609-465-1023 or email dawn.sheeks@co.cape-may.nj.us.

Zoning information for properties in Cape May County, NJ, can be verified by contacting the county's Planning Department at 609-465-1080. The department's office can provide details on zoning classifications and land use for specific properties. Zoning maps and land development codes are also available on the county website.