Gardens Plaza is Ocean City's premier oceanfront condominium, sitting right on the boardwalk in one of the most sought-after locations on the island.
Rising fifteen floors above the sand at the north end of the island, Gardens Plaza has been a fixture on the Ocean City oceanfront since 1973. It holds 184 residences, from efficiencies to one, two, and three-bedroom units and top-floor penthouses. The building runs like a full-service high-rise should: a doorman and staff on-site around the clock, a heated oceanfront pool, a fitness center, on-site management, and a private storage cubicle for every unit. What sets it apart is the views. Almost every unit here has a water view of some kind, and the direct-oceanfront lines get wide balconies over the Atlantic, so you can watch the sunrise with your coffee and the boardwalk lights at night. It's the kind of place people hold onto for decades, whether as a year-round home or a getaway.
On the sand, on the boards
Step off the elevator and you're on the Ocean City boardwalk with the beach right there. Rides, food, and the water are a short walk, not a drive.
Views from nearly every unit
Almost every residence here looks at the water. Even the units that aren't dead-on oceanfront take in the beach and the boardwalk.
Staffed around the clock
A doorman and full-service staff are on-site 24/7, plus assigned parking. There's always someone on hand, whether you live here year-round or part of the year.
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Unit types at Gardens Plaza
Gardens Plaza runs from compact efficiencies to one, two, and three-bedroom units and top-floor penthouses, spread across floors 2 through 15. Nearly every unit has a water view, and corner and direct-oceanfront lines carry the widest ones. Sizes below are estimated, and layouts vary by line and floor.
| Type | Beds / Baths | Typical Floors | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Efficiency | Studio, 1 bath | Various | Compact oceanfront and bay-side units |
| One-Bedroom | 1 BR, 1 bath | 2–15 | The most common layout in the building |
| Two-Bedroom | 2 BR, 2 bath | 2–15 | Larger corner and direct-oceanfront units |
| Three-Bedroom | 3 BR, 2 bath | Select floors | Roomier layouts, not limited to the penthouse level |
| Penthouse | 2–3 BR | Floor 15 / upper level | Largest floor plans and the best views |
Square footage estimated. Buyer to verify all dimensions, layouts, and unit details.
Floor layouts are approximate and shown for orientation. Unit numbering and which way a unit faces vary by floor. Buyer to verify.
What comes with the building
Pets: not permitted. Gardens Plaza maintains a no-animal policy, with service animals the only exception. If a pet-friendly building is a must-have, here are the pet-friendly Ocean City condos instead.
The Ocean City boardwalk, north end
Gardens Plaza sits at 921 Park Place, right where the boardwalk meets the beach on Ocean City's north end. You're a short walk from the shops and rides, a straight shot to the causeway off the island, and steps from the sand. It's about as central as oceanfront gets in Ocean City.
More to explore nearby: browse all Ocean City NJ condos for sale, or read what to know before buying a condo at the Jersey Shore.
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Gardens Plaza FAQs
Where is Gardens Plaza located?
Gardens Plaza is at 921 Park Place, also addressed as 322 Boardwalk, on the north end of Ocean City, NJ 08226. It's an oceanfront high-rise sitting right on the boardwalk, with the beach just outside.
Can I rent out my Gardens Plaza condo?
Yes. Owners can lease their units with a two-week minimum rental term, subject to the association's rules. Enter your email on this page to get the current rental policy and fee schedule.
Are pets allowed at Gardens Plaza?
No. Gardens Plaza has a no-animal policy, with service animals the only exception. If you need a pet-friendly building, ask about other Ocean City condo options that allow pets.
Is there parking at Gardens Plaza?
Yes. Each unit has an assigned parking space. As of April 2023 the association no longer reassigns parking spots, so the space that comes with a unit stays with it.
What amenities does Gardens Plaza have?
A heated oceanfront pool, a fitness center, a doorman and on-site staff around the clock, 24/7 security, a community room, elevators, on-site management, assigned parking, and a private storage cubicle for every unit.
How many units and floors are in the building?
Gardens Plaza has 184 residential units across roughly fifteen floors plus a penthouse level, along with a handful of commercial spaces. The building dates to 1973.
What do condos at Gardens Plaza sell for?
Prices vary widely by size, floor, and view, from efficiencies up through oceanfront penthouses. The for-sale and recently-sold listings on this page show live pricing. For a value on a specific unit, enter the unit number in the seller form above.
Adam D'Annunzio is a licensed New Jersey real estate agent with Keller Williams Realty. He is not affiliated with the Association of the Owners of the Gardens Plaza or its management. Building details, unit counts, and square footage are drawn from the Master Deed and MLS and are approximate; square footage is estimated and should be independently verified. Fees, rules, pet and rental policies are set by the association and are subject to change. Buyers should confirm all details directly with the association before purchase.
About the neighborhood: The Gardens section of Ocean City.