Nick and Sandy Matteo have completed a significant real estate transition, moving from Wildwood to a split-level home in Brigantine. The move follows the sale of several properties and a successful negotiation for a house overlooking a local golf course.
A $1.6 million liquidation to secure the Brigantine shorehouse
The Matteos' move to Brigantine was underpinned by a massive liquidation of existing assets. According to the report, the couple sold two share-owned condos in Wildwood for approximately $1 million and their family home in Willow Grove for $640,000. This strategic sale provided enough equity to purchase their new residence without the burden of a mortgage after the Brigantine sale closed on May 29.
This pattern of selling high-value coastal assets to consolidate into a single, primary residence is a growing trend among families seeking to balance seasonal enjoyment with year-round community stability. By finalizing the Willow Grove sale on July 16, the Matteos effectively transitioned from multiple holdings to a single, debt-free base in a community that they feel connects them to a vibrant, year-round lifestyle.
Negotiating a $50,000 discount on the golf course view
The purchase of the Brigantine property was not a simple transaction at the initial asking price. While the split-level home was listed for $699,999, the Matteos successfully negotiated the price down to $650,000 after an initial offer of $600,000. the home's location on a cul-de-sac across from the Brigantine public golf course and a community garden was a primary driver for the couple's interest.
The property offers several high-end architectural features that motivated the investment. these include a tower-level glazed dining area that provides direct views of the fairways, a bay window designed to capture the morning sun, and a private garden curretnly undergoing landscaping to ensure a safe play area for children.
Seaweed backups and the $1,000 oven credit
The transition to the new home was met with several immediate maintenance challenges during the early stages of occupancy. As the source reported, the family had to deal with a faulty Arctic-cool furnace and a seafront drain that became clogged with seaweed and algae. A plumbing firm, Zoom Drain, was eventually called in to remedy the water-related issues.
Beyond the plumbing and heating, the Matteos also had to manage an unfinished kitchen. Because the previous owners had not replaced the oven, the sellers provided a $1,000 credit to the Matteos to help address the missing appliance. Despite these hiccups, the family is already looking toward future upgrades, including the potential purchase of a pontoon boat or the installation of a gator-friendly pool.
The unanswered status of the Arctic-cool furnace repairs
Several details regarding the home's long-term maintenance remain unverified. While the report mentions the faulty Arctic-cool furnace, it does not specify if the unit was fully repaired or if a total replacement will be necessary in the near future. It is also unclear if the $1,000 oven credit provided by the previous owners will be sufficient to cover the cost of a new appliance and installation.
Furthermore, while Zoom Drain addressed the immediate seaweed and algae backup, the source does not clarify if this is a recurring seasonal issue that will require ongoing professional intervention. The long-term stability of the seafront drainage system remains a key question for the new residents.
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