Pelican Beach Condos

Verified Building Facts

• Building Name: Pelican Beach
• Address: 13908 Wight Street, Ocean CIty, MD 21842
• Location Type: Oceanfront
• Location Type: North Ocean City
• Year Built: 1985
• Building Type: Mid-rise
• Number of Units: 28
• 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 Pelican Beach

Pelican Beach is a five-story, mid-rise condominium building built in 1985 with 28 units in North Ocean City. Floor plans center on 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom layouts, with a moderate level of variety across the building. Amenities are limited, and the on-site features focus primarily on practical items such as private parking under the building, covered parking, and elevator access.

The property is located on 139th Street at 13908 Wight Street and is oceanfront, with proximity noted as about half a mile from Fenwick Island. The building is locally managed off-site, and short-term rentals are permitted, though rentals are described as relatively rare within the building. This can create a mixed dynamic: owners who do rent may see moderate weekly demand for an oceanfront location, while also needing to account for variability tied to seasonality, distance from the core of town, and the building’s limited amenity package.

Amenities at Pelican Beach

Pelican Beach offers a focused set of essential on-site amenities for an oceanfront building in North Ocean City.

Amenities include:

• Private parking
• Covered parking

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Floor Plans and Unit Types

Pelican Beach offers a balanced mix of floor plans suited to a range of buyer preferences.

Common unit types include:

• 2-Bedroom
• 3-Bedroom

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

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Grant’s Local Insight on Pelican Beach

Located on 140th Street, Pelican Beach is one of my favorite oceanfront mid-rise buildings in Ocean City, and I don’t say that lightly.

One of the first things you’ll notice is how rarely units sell here. That’s usually the biggest compliment a building can receive. Owners tend to stay, and when something does come on the market, it gets attention.

The design is a big part of that. Pelican Beach sits higher above grade than many oceanfront buildings, which means even first-floor residences enjoy genuinely strong ocean views. That’s not common, and it changes how the building lives, especially for buyers who want views without being way up in the air. The end-unit -01 and -07 stacks are the larger (3 bedroom) floorplans that receive the benefit of having a second (west side) private balcony. While the interior -02 through -06 stacks are all spacious two-bedroom units.

It’s also a smaller building, which creates a very different feel compared to large high-rises. Hallways are quieter. Beach access feels easier. Ownership feels more personal. And you can walk to Devitos Sub Shop (if you know, you know!)

Pelican Beach appeals to buyers who want true oceanfront living without the scale or energy of a massive resort-style building. When clients tell me they want oceanfront but don’t want to feel lost in a tower, this is one of the first places I think of. Some of my favorite clients own in here.

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Who Pelican Beach Is Best Suited For

Pelican Beach is typically best suited for:

• Second-home buyers
• Buyers prioritizing oceanfront or water views
• Buyers seeking quieter residential settings
• Buyers seeking entry-level oceanfront ownership

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Common Buyer Mistakes at Pelican Beach

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

• Assuming nearby attractions operate year-round
• Assuming parking is assigned to every unit
• Not accounting for seasonal rental variability

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Rental and Investment Potential

Short-term rentals are permitted at Pelican Beach, and the building is generally described as having moderate rental potential for an oceanfront location in North Ocean City. Rentals here are noted as relatively rare, which can mean that an owner who does rent may face less direct competition within the building, while still needing to account for seasonal variability in weekly demand.

Pelican Beach’s rental use is shaped by its direct oceanfront setting and a limited, essentials-focused amenity scope, along with low building name recognition. The building context also notes that weekly pricing may be affected by factors such as distance from the core of town and the lack of on-site amenities, so buyers considering rental use typically benefit from reviewing building policies and how neighborhood dynamics may influence rental activity.

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HOA Fees and Ownership Details

Homeowner association fees at Pelican Beach 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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Pelican Beach Real Estate Market Trends

Resale activity at Pelican Beach is generally described as moderate, reflecting a steady level of interest typical for a mid-rise oceanfront building in North Ocean City. Buyer demand tends to come from second-home purchasers and location-driven buyers who prioritize direct beach access and water views, along with those seeking a quieter residential setting near the northern edge of Ocean City close to Fenwick Island. The building’s relatively low name recognition and limited amenity scope can also shape how frequently units trade hands and how widely the building is known among buyers.

When evaluating individual units at Pelican Beach, buyers typically focus on factors such as view orientation, floor level, and the specific layout within the building’s mix of two- and three-bedroom floor plans. As with many smaller mid-rise condominium properties, differences in interior condition, updates, and positioning within the building can influence how units are perceived when they come to market. Because the property contains a limited number of units overall, availability can vary, and buyers often evaluate listings individually based on these unit-specific characteristics.

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Pelican Beach vs Nearby Condos

Buyers who like Pelican Beach might also want to consider Ocean Place, Sandy Square, and Oceanwalk East. All are smaller-scale oceanfront buildings without high-rise energy. Ocean Place is a little larger, but it has a pool (and that great end-of-OC location). Sandy Square leans into that classic, simple oceanfront experience. Oceanwalk East is even quieter and more retreat-like with smaller floorplans than Pelican Beach. Pelican Beach tends to attract those that notice the details and don’t need the smaller 1BR floorplans. It’s elevated enough for strong views, small enough to feel personal, and large enough to feel substantial. It rarely feels transient, and it’s always well cared for.

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Buying or Selling a Pelican Beach 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: March 2026

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