Author Archives: ann

May 25, 2010

Demolition at the Shore

By ann

demolitionBecause homes at the shore are situated close to one another, demolition has to be an exact science.  The common practice is to create a “doll house” by tearing down from within…fascinating to watch.

 (Bay front home on Ocean Drive in Avalon)

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May 25, 2010

Restaurant Week in Avalon/ Stone Harbor

By ann

Web site for this event : http://www.7milerestaurantweek.com/

June 4th through June 11th.

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May 25, 2010

Summer Rentals

By ann

rentsign  Summer rentals available in Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ.  Search our web site: http://www.powerplayrealty.com/rentals  or send me an e-mail with your specific request:  ann@anndelaney.com

Thanks!

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May 25, 2010

Toys of Summer

By ann

BigWheelThe quick family visit included: one perfect beach day, time at the playground, family dinners, a rainy afternoon at the movies, and a trip to the Cape May County Zoo.  The Big Wheel was a hit, too  🙂

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May 24, 2010

Back to Typical May

By ann

lifeguardstandWe were spoiled with summer like weather recently.  Today’s fog is more typical of May at the Jersey Shore.  The thick mist swirls around and you return soaking wet from a morning walk.

Excited to see the new addition to our beach this morning…a lifeguard stand!  Another sign of summer  🙂

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May 22, 2010

Sand Castle- 1st of Season

By ann

sandcastle2Yesterday was a perfect beach day…and the start of a long weekend family gathering. 

The construction of a serious sand castle was on the list of things to do.  The 20 something nephews handled layout and design (their engineering background helps), and they permitted some cosmetic upgrades from other family members eager to help!

Enjoy the weekend 🙂

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May 20, 2010

Avalon- with views!

By ann

24thStNew on the sale market: 590- 24th Street, Avalon.  180 degrees of amazing bay and wetlands views (looking east, south, and west). You really have to see this house to appreciate the unique location.  Reduced to $999,000 as of 5/25/10. 

A great value for a spacious 3 level single family builder’s home.  Updated kitchen and master bath.  2 gas fireplaces, huge garage area, and a “man cave” (with a hot tub) adjacent to the garage.

 More details on the link: http://www.powerplayrealty.com/sales/detail/240

For more information:  ann@anndelaney.com

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May 19, 2010

Technology v. Power Washers

By ann

flipcameraMy newest real estate gadget- a Flip video camera to post location shots on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/anndelaneybeach

With a clearning sky, I decided to experiment this morning.  Thought a weekday would be best (fewer cars on the street)- however, I didn’t factor in the extra sound effects: lawn mowers, power washers, and construction noise!  We are in the final count down to Memorial Day weekend, and there are workers all over the island completing their winter projects.

Will use the added music feature on the computer program before I post the finished product :)     UPDATE: I posted 4 new videos (the neighborhoods of 3 sale properties and the 96th Street bridge going up…just for fun). 

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May 18, 2010

Consistent Market Stats

By ann

A positive sign for the local real estate market- the stats have remained consistent from month to month with the number of SOLD and SALE PENDING properties on the island.

In the past 30 days, 23 properties SOLD; and an additional 26 are Sale Pending with settlement scheduled in the near future.  The SOLD properties ranged from an undersized vacant lot in Stone Harbor for $350,000, to a custom home in the beach block of Avalon for $5,150,000.  The median selling price was $1,175,000.

15 sales were in Avalon; 8 in Stone Harbor.  12 were single family homes; 7 condo/townhouse units, 2 vacant lots, 1 duplex, 1 commercial property (Bud’s Market on 83rd and Third Avenue).

If you would like a detailed list of SOLD properties in your Avalon or Stone Harbor neighborhood, please let me know:  ann@anndelaney.com

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May 18, 2010

Rainy Day at the Shore

By ann

LifeguardStoneHarbor A good day to think about summer and warmer days ahead.

The sun is expected to return later this week- good timing, because my extended family will be in town.  We are celebrating a college graduation, an engagement, and a few birthdays.  Plus, it’s a great excuse for our Colorado family members to come for a visit  :)   Nana and Papa are ready!

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