Beachloft Condos

Verified Building Facts

• Building Name: Beachloft
• Address: 6803 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842
• Location Type: Oceanfront
• Location Type: Mid-Town Ocean City
• Year Built: 1967
• Building Type: Mid-rise
• Number of Units: 44
• Elevator Access: Yes
• Short Term Rentals: Yes

These facts are provided for informational purposes and should be independently verified during the purchase process.

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About Beachloft

Beachloft is a mid-rise condominium building at 6803 Atlantic Avenue in Midtown Ocean City, positioned directly on the oceanfront. Built in 1967, the property has 44 units in a 5-story structure with elevator access and a limited range of one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Its scale and layout place it in the category of smaller oceanfront condo buildings rather than larger high-rise developments.

The building includes an outdoor pool, under-building parking, and private parking under the building, and it is professionally managed off-site by a local management company. Beachloft is used in a mix of ways that includes second-home ownership and short-term rentals, with moderate rental potential noted for buyers setting appropriate expectations. Its oceanfront location, midtown setting, and straightforward amenity package generally align with buyers seeking water views, second-home use, or vacation-rental ownership in a smaller building.

Amenities at Beachloft

Beachloft offers a balanced range of on-site amenities for an oceanfront building in Mid-Town Ocean City.

Amenities include:

• Outdoor pool
• Under building parking

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Floor Plans and Unit Types

Beachloft offers a more streamlined selection of floor plans focused on a specific range of unit styles.

Common unit types include:

• 1-Bedroom
• 2-Bedroom

Interior layouts, square footage, and finishes vary by unit, floor level, and ownership.

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Grant’s Local Insight on Beachloft

Beachloft is located on the oceanfront of 68th Street and was built in 1967, making it one of the original oceanfront condominium buildings in midtown Ocean City.

The building is made up primarily of one-bedroom oceanfront residences, and it has a character that’s hard to replicate today. Many of the condos still feature wood-paneled kitchen ceilings, a subtle but nostalgic detail that longtime owners and guests genuinely love.

Another defining feature is the large oceanfront balconies. Over the years, many owners have chosen to enclose those balconies to create additional interior square footage, which can significantly change how the condos live.

Like Surfside 84, Beachloft also has a detached oceanfront pool that sits in front of the building rather than beneath it. That separation gives the pool area a more open, beachfront feel and keeps it visually connected to the ocean.

Beachloft appeals to buyers who appreciate original Ocean City architecture, oceanfront living, and a building with real personality.

Here’s a fun fact most people don’t know: while Beachloft is overwhelmingly made up of one-bedroom condos, there are two two-bedroom residences tucked into the middle of the second and fourth floors. They’re rarely available and often fly under the radar.

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Who Beachloft Is Best Suited For

Beachloft is typically best suited for:

• Second-home buyers
• Vacation-rental investors
• Couples or small households
• Buyers prioritizing oceanfront or water views
• Buyers seeking entry-level oceanfront ownership

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Common Buyer Mistakes at Beachloft

Some of the most common mistakes buyers make when evaluating Beachloft include:

• Assuming all units have identical interiors
• Underestimating traffic or seasonal congestion
• Overlooking special assessments or reserve funding
• Not accounting for seasonal rental variability

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Rental and Investment Potential

Beachloft allows short-term rentals and is commonly considered by buyers looking at both personal use and seasonal rental use in an oceanfront building. Rental potential is moderate, and rentals are noted to perform well here when expectations are aligned with the building’s location, scale, and overall positioning.

Its direct oceanfront setting in Mid-Town Ocean City, along with a moderate amenity package and moderate name recognition, supports its appeal for rental-oriented ownership. Buyers considering rental use should still review building policies, operating costs, and seasonal variability carefully as part of their evaluation.

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HOA Fees and Ownership Details

Homeowner association fees at Beachloft vary based on unit size and location. HOA fees generally contribute to building maintenance, amenity upkeep, insurance, management, and common area utilities.

Parking policies, pet rules, and rental guidelines should be reviewed during the contract process, as association policies may evolve over time.

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Beachloft Real Estate Market Trends

Beachloft typically sees a moderate level of market activity, with demand shaped largely by its direct oceanfront location in Mid-Town Ocean City, mid-rise format, and moderate building recognition. Interest tends to come from buyers focused on water views, second-home use, and vacation-rental ownership within a smaller condominium building with a balanced amenity offering.

Within the building, pricing variation is often influenced by differences in unit type, interior condition, and view orientation, especially in a property with a limited floor plan range and units that may not share identical interiors. Buyers evaluating Beachloft units generally need to look beyond the building itself and compare each condo on its own layout, condition, and overall positioning within the property.

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Beachloft vs Nearby Condos

Beachloft naturally gets grouped with Windjammer and Sea Gate because of vintage oceanfront character. Beachcrest enters when buyers are comparing original midtown buildings with personality. Beachloft stands out for its large balconies and that detached oceanfront pool parcel. It’s not modern, but it’s not trying to be. It appeals to buyers who genuinely love classic Ocean City architecture.

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Buying or Selling a Beachloft Property

Last reviewed by Grant Fritschle

Grant Fritschle is a second-generation Ocean City, Maryland real estate professional with nearly three decades of experience specializing in oceanfront, waterfront, and investment properties throughout Ocean City, MD and Fenwick Island, DE. He is known for his deep local knowledge, data informed guidance, and long term client relationships built on transparency and trust.

Last reviewed: April 2026

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