Cape Cods for Sale in Wayne, NJ
Cape Cods are often the most affordable single family way into Wayne. Many have room to add dormers and more space upstairs. 6 on the market today (13 counting pending deals) as of October 13, 2026.
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Recent sales
44 Cape Cods sold in Wayne in two years. Median $650,000, $363,000 to $970,000. That makes the Cape the lowest priced single family style in town. (Our read of GSMLS and NJMLS closings, Oct 2024 to Oct 2026, duplicates removed.)
Before you buy a Cape
- Upstairs ceiling height and heating
- Dormer or addition potential
- Original systems that may need updating
Dormers and your tax bill
Adding a dormer or second floor usually raises your assessment. Wayne's 2025 rate was 5.998 per $100 of assessed value (NJ Taxation). Build that into your renovation budget.
Capes at the lakes
Capes are the cheapest way into Packanack Lake guide and the rarest home at Pines Lake guide. Lionshead Lake also has Capes.
Living in Wayne
- Places to eat. Wayne Hills Diner on Hamburg Turnpike, Vila Verde (food from Portugal and Spain) on Terhune Drive, and Positano (Italian) on Berdan Avenue.
- Parks. High Mountain Park Preserve for hiking, Laurelwood Arboretum (a 30 acre garden), and Tom's Lake at Captain Kilroy Park for swimming. (Wayne Township)
- Getting around. Two NJ Transit train stations (Mountain View and the Route 23 Transit Center), plus Routes 23, 46, 202 and Interstate 80.
- Shopping. Willowbrook Mall has over 170 stores and places to eat.
See the full Wayne guide for schools, taxes and more places to eat. Facts checked October 13, 2026. Check hours before you go.
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Selling one?
Many Cape buyers plan to expand. We show them what the lot and zoning allow, so they pay for the potential. Schedule a call with our team or get a free home value report.
Questions buyers ask
Why buy a Cape instead of a condo? You own the land, have no HOA, and can expand over time.
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Your Wayne real estate team
Nick Trani
Co Team Leader · NJ license #2298847
Nick Trani grew up in Northern New Jersey and has spent his career helping people buy and sell here. He co-leads GT Luxury Group with Matt Gevirtz.
Matt Gevirtz
Team Leader · NJ license #1536591
Matt Gevirtz was born and raised in Northern New Jersey and knows the Bergen, Essex, Morris and Passaic County markets well. He has closed more than 300 sales.
GT Luxury Group, brokered by eXp Realty · 28 Valley Rd, Suite 1, Montclair, NJ 07042