Seven Mile Island, Cape May County

Custom Home Builders in Avalon, NJ

Fully custom new homes and major rebuilds from the north end dunes to the bayfront lagoons, run by the owners of Seaboard Builders.

Call (856) 534-0132 Discuss Your Avalon Lot

Finished coastal facade of a Margate, NJ home renovated by Seaboard Builders

Borough: Avalon, Cape May County
Year-round: About 1,200 residents
Island: Seven Mile Island, shared with Stone Harbor
Way in: Avalon Boulevard off Parkway Exit 13

Avalon Custom Homes

Avalon Custom Home Builders on Seven Mile Island

Avalon calls itself cooler by a mile, a nod to the beach that juts farther into the Atlantic than its neighbors on the Jersey Shore. That mile of coastline holds some of the most sought-after lots in Cape May County, and Seaboard Builders works as custom home builders in Avalon for owners ready to build new or start over on the lot they already love. Todd and Karen come from South Jersey and lead every project personally.

Most Avalon homes are second homes, and most of their owners live an hour or more away. So we run the job the way you would if you could be there every day. Our Jersey Shore project portfolio shows how that plays out on real houses up the coast.

If you typed custom home builders near me while sitting on Dune Drive in August, you are in good company. That is when a lot of Avalon projects begin.

A house in Avalon gets used hard for twelve weeks and waits out the winter alone. We design and build for both.
Todd and Karen, Seaboard Builders

Building in Avalon

How a Custom Home Comes Together in Avalon

The ocean side and the bay side of Avalon ask very different things of a builder. Here is how we handle each.

Upper balcony on a renovated Margate, NJ shore home

Ocean side

Oceanfront and High Dune Lots in North Avalon

Avalon has guarded its natural dunes for generations, and the tall ones at the north end are part of what makes the town feel different from its neighbors. Building beside them means working inside firm limits on footprint and placement. Custom home builders in Avalon learn those limits early, because they decide how big the house can be and where the views land.

New custom homes on these lots follow the same process behind our luxury home building in New Jersey: survey and zoning first, then design with your architect.

Outdoor deck living area on a renovated Margate, NJ home

Bay side

Lagoon and Bayfront Homes on Avalon's West Side

West of Dune Drive, the island breaks into lagoons and bayfront streets where the boat matters as much as the beach. Bulkheads, docks, and lifts come into the plan from day one, along with the flood elevation that sets the first floor.

We place decks for the evening light over the bay and pick materials that shrug off salt and standing water. Custom built homes on a lagoon should feel like they belong there.

Finished kitchen in a Margate, NJ home renovated by Seaboard Builders

Teardown or rebuild

Replacing Avalon's Older Shore Cottages

Plenty of Avalon blocks still hold modest cottages from decades ago, sitting low and built for a different kind of summer. Many of those lots are worth far more than the house on them. We help you weigh a full rebuild against raising and reworking what is there, with real numbers for both.

Spend the winter in Florida? From our home base in Tequesta we also build luxury homes in Jupiter, Tequesta, and Hobe Sound.

Primary bathroom with a freestanding soaking tub in a Margate, NJ home

Interiors

Interior Rebuilds for Avalon Second Homes

Sometimes the shell is sound and the inside is the problem: tight kitchens, tired baths, rooms that no longer fit how the family uses the house. Our high-end renovation work reshapes those interiors without starting from the pilings.

Primary suites get special attention. Our bathroom remodeling for shore homes covers soaking tubs, walk-in showers, and the outdoor showers every Avalon house needs.

Timing

Scheduling an Avalon Build Between Labor Day and Memorial Day

Avalon goes from crowded to calm the week after Labor Day. We plan the loudest work for the months in between.

September to November
Clearing the Lot and Setting Pilings

Demolition and foundation work start as soon as the beach empties.
December to February
Shell and Roof Before Spring

The framing goes up and the house is closed against the winter wind off the ocean.
March to May
Millwork, Tile, and Trim

Crews move inside for the finish work that defines a luxury interior.
June to August
Final Touches Before the Season

Quiet details and the punch list, kept off the street as much as we can.

Boutique by Design

Reasons Avalon Owners Choose Seaboard Builders

Avalon homeowners usually interview several luxury home builders. The ones who hire custom home builders in Avalon from our team tell us the same thing: they wanted the owners on the job.

Direct Access to Todd and Karen

You deal with the owners from the first site visit on, not a rotating cast of project managers.

Few Projects, Full Attention

We keep our list short, so every custom shore home gets the time it deserves.

Jersey Roots, Florida Experience

As a licensed builder working in New Jersey and Florida, we bring the coastal experience luxury custom home builders need for wind, salt, and flood zones.

Cape May County and Beyond

Avalon and Neighboring Cape May County Towns

Avalon sits at the north end of Seven Mile Island, with Stone Harbor to the south and the Townsends Inlet bridge to Sea Isle City at the north tip. Browse our New Jersey construction services for the rest of the shore.

Avalon and the North End

Dune lots, mid-island blocks, and the lagoons west of Dune Drive.
Stone Harbor

The other half of Seven Mile Island, with similar lots and the same summer rhythm.
Sea Isle City

Just over Townsends Inlet, with beach blocks and bayfront homes.
Ocean City

A short drive north for second homes and whole-house remodels.
Cape May

At the southern tip of the state, with its own historic housing stock.
Longport

Up the coast on Absecon Island, where we work as Longport home builders too.

FAQs

Questions Avalon Homeowners Ask Before Building

What owners want to know before they commit to a new house on Seven Mile Island.

Can you build on an Avalon oceanfront lot near the dunes?

Yes. Avalon protects its dunes closely, so lots beside them come with extra limits on footprint and placement. We confirm those limits with your survey and the borough before design begins.

Do you build lagoon and bayfront homes in Avalon?

We do. Bay-side lots bring bulkheads, docks, and boat lifts into the plan, along with flood elevations that set the first floor height. We design the water side as carefully as the street side.

Should I renovate my Avalon house or tear it down?

It depends on the structure, the flood elevation, and what you want the house to do. We walk the property with you and price a renovation against a new build so you can compare them side by side.

What is the best time of year to start building at the shore?

Right after Labor Day. Fall and winter give the heavy work quiet streets, and the goal is to have the loud phases finished before the summer crowds return.

Do you build from pre-designed plans?

Never. Every home we build is fully custom, designed around your lifestyle, your lot, and your architectural vision.

Why do you limit the number of projects you take on?

A short project list keeps the owners hands-on, keeps quality high, and keeps communication clear on every job.

Can I bring my own architect and designer?

Absolutely. We regularly work with client-selected architects, interior designers, and landscape professionals, and we are glad to recommend trusted partners if you need them.

How do you keep Avalon owners updated when they are not at the shore?

You choose your level of involvement. Expect scheduled updates and direct access to Todd and Karen, and we try to return every call within 24 hours.

Meet Seaboard Builders on Your Avalon Property

With custom home builders in Avalon, every project should start with a walk of the lot. Bring the survey, and we will talk through the dunes, the flood zone, and what you hope the house will be.

Monday to Friday 7:00 to 5:00, Saturday 9:00 to 5:00, Sunday 9:00 to 2:00.

Start the Conversation

Talk With Us About an Avalon Custom Home

A referral, a drive down Dune Drive, or a search for custom home builders near me: however you found us, call the owners or send a few details about your lot and timing. As custom home builders in Avalon, we reply personally and try to return every call within a day.

NJ (856) 534-0132 FL (561) 725-3825

todd@callseaboard.com