How to Find a Last Minute Summer Rental on the Jersey Shore
To get a rental property along the Jersey shore, you used to have to plan months in advance. This is usually the case even today. However, there are ways around it. Below you will find some creative ways that you can actually get a last minute rental on the Jersey shore.
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Determine the style of beach you prefer. Among the popular family destinations, for example, are Ocean City, Wildwood Crest, Stone Harbor and Spring Lake. Party animals favor Wildwood, Sea Isle City and Seaside Heights. Quiet respites can be found in Cape May and Avalon.
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Figure out what type of home you'd like. Rentals range from multi-unit apartment buildings, duplexes and bungalows to modern townhouses and beachfront mansions. Another interesting style of property is the "condo-tel" in Wildwood - a former 1950s-style motel that has been converted into condos.
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Check your wallet. Most rentals are priced by the week, with rates determined by size, amenities and proximity to the beach. Most vacationers aren't eyeing the $18,000 Stone Harbor oceanfront mansion. They're looking for a two-bedroom beachfront condo, which can range from $700 to $4,000. Wildwood is the most affordable and Stone Harbor and Avalon are among the priciest places.
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Collect word-of-mouth recommendations, and review the chamber of commerce website for the town of your choice. Decide whether you want to work with a real estate agent, troll the Internet or do both.
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Look for last-minute discounts online. Some real estate agency websites and many internet rental sites post last-minute specials, especially after cancellations. Look at online classifieds websites, too.
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Don't be too picky. This late in the game, the rule is not to be too picky about your amenities. If a beachfront condo isn't available in your town of choice but one a block from the ocean is, go with it.
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Tips & Warnings
While reviewing your options, keep a street map by your side to help you determine whether the listing that says "minutes from the beach!" is truly so.
Be sure to ask what you'll need to bring.
Consider getting travel insurance that will cover your deposit.
Don't state your age unless asked if you are under 25. Many have been burned by a younger crowd.
