Case Studies
Based in the coastal town of Cape May, Homebody Rentals is a forward-thinking company that specializes in the acquisition and conversion of residential properties into profitable short and long-term rentals.
These case studies explore Homebody Rentals' strategic approach to real estate investment in Cape May, shedding light on their successful transformation of traditional homes into successful vacation rental assets.
Project: Bayside Love
Purchased: 1985
Renovated: 2021
Property type: Duplex
SF (first floor): 620
SF (second floor): 730
Bedroom(s): 5
Bath(s): 2
Kitchen(s): 2
Dedicated Parking Spot(s): 1
Sleeps: 10-12 guests
Remodel work: new Roof, new HVAC, siding, concrete, electric upgrade, painting, wallpaper, refinished hardwood floors, new bathrooms, new kitchen cabinets and appliances, all new furniture.
Bayside Love: Before & After
Project: Cranberry Court
Purchased/renovated: 2022
Property type: Condo
SF: 560
Bedroom(s): 1
Bath(s): 1
Dedicated Parking Spot(s): 1
Sleeps: 2-4 guests
Remodel work: Full gut/remodel, new kitchen cabinets and appliances), bath, floors, wallpaper, paint, new HVAC installed, all new furniture. New roof installed 2023.
Cranberry Court: Before & After
Project: Cape Manor
Purchased/renovated: 2022
Property type: Condo
SF: 1,170
Bedroom(s): 2
Bath(s): 1
Dedicated Parking Spot(s): 1
Sleeps: 4-6 guests
Additional Amenities: Pool & screened in private porch
Remodel work: All rugs removed and new flooring installed, wallpaper, paint, new kitchen cabinets and appliances installed, new light fixtures, new washer and dryer, all new furniture, and shiplap.
Cape Manor: Before & After
Project: Lamplighter
Purchased/renovated: 2022
Property type: Condo
SF : 574
Bedroom(s): 1
Bath(s): 1
Dedicated Parking Spot(s): 1
Sleeps: 2-4 guests
Additional Amenities: private Juliet balcony & private outdoor deck
Remodel work: All rugs removed and new flooring installed, paint, primary bedroom renovation, new HVAC installed, new light fixtures, shiplap, all new furniture.
Lamplighter: Before & After
Project: The Salty Mae
Purchased & renovated: 2023
Property type: Duplex, Historic District (built in 1910)
First floor
SF: 1,226
Living Room, Dining Room, 2 beds, 1 bathroom, 1 kitchen
Second floor:
SF: 790
Living Room, Dining area, 2 beds, 1 bathroom, 1 kitchen
Sleeps: 8-10 guests
Additional Amenities: Hot tub
Remodel work: Complete gut remodel, all new electric, plumbing, new roof, cedar shake repair, foundation repair, front porch completely rebuilt, two new kitchens, two new baths, refinished hardwood floors, new light fixtures, new furniture, hot tub installed in backyard, new windows, paint, wallpaper, shiplap, exterior paint.
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The Salty Mae: Before & After
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