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Living in Absecon
Absecon is a city located in Atlantic County. It is considered a suburb of Atlantic City, which is only seven miles away. Though it is designated as a city, Absecon has a…
Absecon is a city located in Atlantic County. It is considered a suburb of Atlantic City, which is only seven miles away. Though it is designated as a city, Absecon has a population of just over 8,000 people, giving it a small-town feel. Residents can enjoy the many parks there are in the area, the boardwalk, and its proximity to other large metropolitan areas like Atlantic City and Philadelphia.
Climate & Geography
The climate in Absecon is classified as humid continental. Summer temperatures can reach the mid-80s and winter temperatures may fall as low as the mid-20s. Absecon gets an average of 42 inches of rain, 13 inches of snow, and about 201 sunny days each year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Some of the top things to do in Absecon include visiting the Absecon 9-11 Memorial, Heritage Park, Church of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Dr Johnathan Pitney Park, Cobweb Corner Antiques, Smithville Peanut Butter Company, and Black Cat Bar & Grill.
Residents who want to explore other options outside of Absecon will enjoy the close proximity to Atlantic City, a popular oceanside resort and casino destination. New York City can also be reached in just under two hours, providing easy access to even more opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Absecon is well below the state and national average. Utility costs and groceries are the only indexes above the average, while health care, transportation, and housing are all below. The cost of homes and housing is extremely low compared to the rest of the state, and is even 30 percent lower than the national average.
New Jersey has an effective tax rate of 1.53 percent for single filers and 3.37 percent for joint filers. While Social Security benefits are exempt from income tax in the state, all other forms of retirement income are taxable, however residents who are aged 62+ may qualify for a large deduction if their income is less than $100,000. Property taxes in New Jersey are the highest in the U.S., but there are property tax programs for retired homeowners to alleviate some of the cost.
Health Care
The Absecon community is serviced by hospitals including the Bacharach Institute for Rehabilitation, Acuity Specialty Hospital of New Jersey, and Shore Medical Center. Other options include AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center and Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center, which are both recognized as high performing in various procedures and condition by U.S. News.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Absecon, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Absecon has 108 homes, the largest has 125 homes, and the average communities consists of 116 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Absecon.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Absecon stay on the market for around 270 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $256,573, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Gatherings at Bel Aire Lakes average around $307,016, while homes in Woodland Village average around $206,129.
327 communities near Absecon
2,052 homes near Absecon
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3 beds
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|1,372 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,280 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,243 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,212 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,124 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,374 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,207 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|1 baths
|982 sq ft
|Adult Community
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,777 sq ft
|Adult Community
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,937 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,485 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,150 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,164 sq ft
|Highrise
1 beds
|1 baths
|663 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,009 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,551 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,092 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|1 baths
|858 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,164 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|3 baths
|3,015 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,072 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|Stock Cooperative
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,748 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|1,748 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,401 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,865 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,865 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,497 sq ft
|House
Frequently Asked Questions
In Absecon, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Absecon has 108 homes, the largest has 125 homes, and the average communities consists of 116 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Absecon.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Absecon stay on the market for around 270 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $256,573, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Gatherings at Bel Aire Lakes average around $307,016, while homes in Woodland Village average around $206,129.
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