The equipment is starting to arrive at the south end of Stone Harbor for the initial phase of the island beach fill project.
Once started, the project is expected run 24/7 and then head north to Avalon.
Read:  announcement from the Borough of Stone Harbor  and announcement from the Borough of Avalon
I will also post updates/pictures in the coming weeks!
During the past 30 days, a total of 33 properties SOLD (settlement) in Avalon and Stone Harbor NJ.
The overall median selling price was $999,000.
Of those, 18 were residential homes, ranging from $616,250 for a renovated cottage on Bower Court in Stone Harbor, to $4,550,000 for a newer beach block home on 61st Street in Avalon. Â The median selling price of all single family homes- $1,150,000.
There were 12 condo/townhouse sales, ranging from $256,683 for a 1 bedroom motel/condo conversation at 79th and Dune Drive, to $1,293,000 for a 6 bedroom bay front townhouse style unit on Sunrise Drive in Avalon. Â The median selling price for all condo/townhouse units- $862,250.
2 multi-family properties sold. Â $850,000 for a basic duplex in the 300 block of 95th Street, and $1,100,000 for am old seashore triplex on the 200 block of 88th Street in Stone Harbor.
One sale was designated as a vacant lot- on the bay at 35th Street in Avalon. Â 90′ X 110′ lot with an existing older duplex on the site. Â Purchased by a developer for $1,650,000.
In addition, there are 57 properties sale pending, with closings scheduled in the near future. Â The median listing price of the properties sale pending- $1,699,000 (final selling prices are posted after settlement).
If you have any questions regarding market values in Avalon or Stone Harbor, I am happy to help! Â ann@anndelaney.com
Thank you for your continued interest.
Santa– the life size painted, cut out version- has been an important part of Christmas for as long as I can remember.
Santa began his life of service in the early 1960’s at my parents’ first house in Avalon. He was surrounded by big, multi-colored bulbs on the newly planted shrubs. Inside that modest Golden Home rancher, 4 little girls hung their stockings on a cardboard fireplace with a plug in red bulb that magically turned the metal wheel to create “fire†.
In the 1970’s, Santa moved with our family 5 blocks south in Avalon to a larger, 2 story home with a real wood fireplace. The colorful exterior lights were eventually replaced with more subtle white bulbs, but the spot light literally remained on Santa.
In the off season, Santa hung proudly on the garage wall- watching us all come and go. Those little girls grew up and moved out, bringing back grandchildren for days on the beach. In the 1980’s, my young sons were fascinated by Santa, and maybe a bit intimidated based on our attempts to use him for improved behavior!
When my parents downsized to a townhouse in the early 1990’s, my father asked if I wanted Santa for our home. Of course, I was thrilled- and Santa didn’t complain as he was forced to leave Avalon and move “off shoreâ€.
Santa loyally followed us on each move- knowing that he would be given a prominent position (with a flood light) at Christmas.   Several years ago, he gratefully moved back to the island to become a Stone Harbor resident!
Now approaching 50 years old, Santa is showing some signs of wear (aren’t we all). I thought about asking an artist to do a “touch upâ€, but it just doesn’t seem right.  It’s good to remember that so much time has passed- it helps us to celebrate the journey.
For the last 4+ months (but who’s counting!) my favorite activities have been limited due to an issue with my back.
No kayaking, and only brief beach walks. Â My simple routines before and after work have been on hold.
Thankfully, a solution is in sight!
It will be quiet here (and on Twitter) for a few days as I recuperate, but I am looking forward to boring you once again with beautiful island views by the New Year 🙂
Family gatherings over the holidays provide a great opportunity to confirm summer vacation plans.
Search our web site:  Power Play Realty Rentals for ideas to suit your needs.
And I am happy to help!
ann@anndelaney.com
Two more weekends (three if you’re REALLY a procrastinator!) to enjoy the perks of shopping locally.
So many reasons (besides avoiding the crowds at the mall!):
Quality merchandise on sale. Â Personalized service. Â Boxes and/or wrapping at many shops. Â Avalon and Stone Harbor logo items. Â Summer themed options (like beach chairs/towels, salt water taffy, holiday beach tags). Unique gifts, including handmade crafts/art. Â And did I mention the sales??
And then finish the day with a dinner break at one of the popular restaurants or bars.
Merry, Merry!
Stop by our office at 2821 Dune Drive. Â We have Power Play logo items (water bottles and coolers) AND the popular Tim Kerr Run t-shirts in ALL sizes.
Because the annual Labor Day weekend race was postponed due to a potential hurricane, we have more shirts than usual.
All donations received will go directly to TK Charities.
Recent coastal storms have caused beach erosion along the north end of the island. Â Thankfully, the dune system remains intact- a vital source of protection along Seven Mile Beach.
The Borough of Avalon continues to be responsive, and is working with the State of New Jersey on a restoration project by the spring.
To follow updates, click here: Â Borough of Avalon web site
In the meantime:
8th and 9th Street- open access (including the vehicle access road from 9th Street).
10th Street- I was able to walk up the path from the beach yesterday, but the street side of the path is fenced off/closed.
11th to 14th Street- the paths are closed for safety reasons.
15th Street and south- paths open for beach access.
Otherwise, the beaches along Avalon and Stone Harbor are in great shape.
Will continue to post updates from my beach walks and beach drives!
