http://anndelaney.com Life on 7 Mile Beach (Avalon/Stone Harbor, NJ) and its amazing real estate market. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:35:44 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en There are currently 24 properties sale pending in Avalon and Stone Harbor.   15 are single family homes, 6 are condo/townhouse units, and 3 are vacant lots.  The list prices range from a low of $194,000 (an efficiency condo on 102nd Street in Stone Harbor) to $3,195,000 (a bay front home on Fifth Avenue ... http://anndelaney.com/2010/03/09/sale-pending/ Typical March weather will return to the shore by the end of the week  :(            In the meantime, I'm determined to get my fair share of vitamin D and fresh salt air! http://anndelaney.com/2010/03/09/march-weather/ Spotted this "shell flag" in a front yard on First Avenue in Avalon.  It looks too colorful to be left over from last summer.  A recent weekend project in preparation for the season?? http://anndelaney.com/2010/03/08/american-clam-shells/ I'm realistic- this is NOT typical March weather.  But we all deserve an early "Spring break" after February! This morning, I shared the beach with 5 walkers, 1 jogger, 2 dogs, 1 bicyclist (riding the hard sand), and 3 Borough workers building a new ramp to the beach.  That's a huge crowd for a ... http://anndelaney.com/2010/03/08/bonus-day/ A brilliant blue sky, a cool blue ocean, and a light blue piece of sea glass.  All part of my walk this morning. Also noticed:  I had to stop while crossing the street toward the beach.  2 bicyclists riding south and a jogger heading north. Practically a traffic jam! http://anndelaney.com/2010/03/07/shades-of-blue/ 1) Avalon Coffee is back open (weekends)- across from my office on 29th and Dune Drive.  There are tables and chairs outside for soaking  up the sun! 2) An increase in rental bookings for summer 2010.  It's the ideal time to plan your seashore vacation.  3) The anticipation of "opening soon" signs on  local restaurants and shops.  St. Patrick's Day ... http://anndelaney.com/2010/03/06/signs-of-spring-2/ We've lived in many different homes over the years- a mix of old and new...and all within a few miles of the others.  While I still love our current "beach house" built  just 5 years ago, I also admire so many other island homes.  I tend to select a new favorite every few months! My ... http://anndelaney.com/2010/03/05/favorite-house/ Mother Nature left her mark on the beach.  Higher than average tides and a turbulent ocean carved interesting designs into the sand.     Clearing skies this morning...leading the way for mild weekend weather!  See you on the beach :) http://anndelaney.com/2010/03/04/sand-sculptures/ http://www.powerplayrealty.com/sales/detail/235 22 Linden Lane, Stone Harbor-  Adorable cottage located on a quiet lane between 84th and 85th Streets.  Walk to the beach, recreation area, and Mack's Pizza :)    Totally renovated and ready to use year round.  Summer 2010 weekly rentals booked- instant income!   Rental details: http://powerplayrealty.com/rentals/detail/37   Need more info?  ann@anndelaney.com  or 609-967-7950 http://anndelaney.com/2010/03/02/least-expensive-home-on-the-island/ A reminder to Avalon and Stone Harbor property owners: there are many cable and phone wires down from the February ice/snow storm.  Comcast and Verizon may be waiting to hear from the home owner before making the repairs. http://anndelaney.com/2010/03/02/wires-down/