Sea Isle City

Sea Isle City is a small coastal town on Ludlam Island along the Atlantic Shore in Cape May County. The landscape features beaches, dunes, and waterways with residential neighborhoods and public beach access points throughout.

Charles K. Landis founded the settlement in 1882 as a planned coastal community, and it became officially recognized as a borough in 1900. The place grew from a small resort area into a year-round residential town.

The town serves as a seaside gathering place where residents and visitors enjoy the beach and waterfront throughout the year. Local parks and the boardwalk function as natural meeting spaces for the community.

The town becomes busier during summer months when visitors arrive for beach activities and water recreation. During the off-season, the place is quieter but retains basic services and amenities for year-round residents.

A major storm in 1962 caused significant coastal damage, leading to the construction of protective sand dunes that still shape the shoreline today. These structures remain visible and effective in safeguarding the beachfront properties from future storms.

Location: Cape May County

Inception: May 22, 1882

Shares border with: Upper Township, Dennis Township, Middle Township

Website: http://sea-isle-city.nj.us

GPS coordinates: 39.15380,-74.69640

Latest update: December 14, 2025 05:38