Straight answers
Frequently asked questions
Everything guests actually ask us about the condo and about Ocean City, answered plainly. More depth lives in our local guides.
The condo and the town
Where exactly is Haven on 12th?
At 12th & Haven Avenue in central Ocean City, NJ: six flat blocks from 12th Street Beach and level with the boardwalk’s core between 6th and 14th Street. Central means you walk or bike to everything rather than driving.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the condo have?
Three bedrooms and two full baths across 1,157 square feet, all on the top floor of a two-unit duplex, renovated in 2026.
Do you rent Saturday to Saturday in summer?
Yes, summer weeks run Saturday to Saturday, the Ocean City tradition. In the shoulder season and off-season we open shorter stays, including event weekends like the Fall Block Party and First Night.
Are beach tags required in Ocean City NJ?
Yes, everyone 12 and older needs a beach tag from June 1 to September 7. In 2026 tags run $35 for the season, $20 for a week, and $10 for a day, sold at beach entrances including the 12th Street tag booth.
Is Ocean City NJ a dry town? Can we bring alcohol?
Ocean City sells no alcohol in city limits, and yes, you can bring your own for private use at the condo. Most families stop at Circle Liquors in Somers Point just before the 9th Street bridge.
What about parking?
Street parking near the beach is metered in season (via Parkmobile, roughly $3.50 to $4.50 an hour on ocean blocks), which is why off-street parking matters here. Details for our unit are in the listing and your check-in guide.
Is the condo good for young kids?
It’s built for them. Top-floor unit with no through-traffic, beach gear and sand toys included, and 12th Street Beach nearby with restrooms, a rinse station, and a first aid station. Ocean City is a dry town and runs on family tourism.
When is the cheapest time to visit Ocean City NJ?
September and the fall shoulder season. Rates drop meaningfully from peak summer, the ocean is still warm into September, beach tags stop being required after September 7, and the events calendar (Airshow, Block Party, First Night) keeps weekends lively.