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January 3, 2013

Sales in 2012

What’s selling inÂ Avalon andÂ Stone Harbor?

A total ofÂ 370 properties SOLD on the island last year; with an overall median selling price ofÂ $900,000.

Of those sold,Â 218 were single family homes, ranging from a low ofÂ $425,000Â (cottage on Bower Court in Stone Harbor), to a high ofÂ $6,600,000 (ocean front “tear down” on an over sized lot in Stone Harbor). Â The median selling price of all single family homes:Â $1,312,500.

There wereÂ 120 condo/townhouse style units sold, ranging fromÂ $179,500Â (condo/hotel at the Beachcomber in Avalon), toÂ $1,300,000 (ocean front side by side unit on 28th Street in Avalon).

Trends for 2013? Â New construction continues to be a popular choice. Â And modern updates in existing homes are appreciated (new kitchen, baths, etc.).

If you would like additional information regarding property values inÂ Avalon orÂ Stone Harbor, please let me know. Â I appreciate the opportunity to help!

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January 3, 2013

Hello!

By ann

Glad to be back on line.

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January 1, 2013

Back to Work

By ann

With a few days of bad weather during my time off, I had HOURS to watch HGTV. Â My favorites? Property Brothers and Love It or List It.

So, before I order a Snuggie from a TV commercial…I better get back to work 🙂

Happy New (work) Year!

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December 31, 2012

2012

By ann

Year end review.

Thankfully, 2012 was a better year for those of us in the real estate business. Â Sales and summer rentals improved over prior years. And, confidence in our seashore market has definitely returned.

Local retail and restaurant owners seemed pleased with the season; with one pizza shop guy even proclaiming it was his “best summer ever”.

Personally, I was fortunate to juggle a busy work schedule with a few great trips and family time. Â And of course, walk on the beach, kayak, etc. on a regular basis!

Together, we faced the challenge of Sandy. Â A stressful situation that ultimately united all Jersey shore residents and property owners. Â I continue to be overwhelmed by the hardship of so many…yet moved by the stories of kindness. Â How fortunate we are to resume our day to day lives.

So, on to 2013. Â Renewed appreciation for our surroundings…renewed optimism for our island economy…and renewed enthusiasm for the year ahead.

Happy New Year!

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December 30, 2012

Windy!

By ann

It’s so windy that Santa (see my Christmas Eve post) threw himself onto the ground and asked to be relocated inside! Â He will finish the holiday season looking out from the comfort of our front porch 😉

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December 29, 2012

Dashing Through The Sand

By ann

The Lozier family expressed gratitude for the community’s support of the scholarship fund established 5 years ago in memory of their son: race participants, generous sponsors, and volunteers.

And, the rain held off until after the race!

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December 28, 2012

Beach Replenishment

By ann

Spotted the dredge by the Townsends Inlet Bridge (moved in from the inlet during yesterday’s storm), and employees from the dredging company on 32nd Street preparing for the arrival of heavy duty equipment.

The beach fill (for both Avalon and Stone Harbor) was approved prior to Sandy. Good news for summer 2013!

Will post updates once the project is underway.

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December 26, 2012