Today’s lunch break: another beach walk (south to 48th Street, Avalon).
Marsh grass at the beach path entrances…evidence of the earlier high tide.
Category: Avalon, New Jersey- News
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Beachwalk Break
I eat lunch at my desk, so an afternoon beachwalk break is more than justified 😉 Â Plus I missed my morning walk!
The ocean is stormy and tides are higher than normal. Â Disappointed to see a bit more beach erosion since the recent winter storm.
But it was fascinating to watch the wild waves at the inlet (8th Street jetty).
I posted videos on Twitter and You Tube. Â Please forgive the quality…my hands were cold and I was trying to avoid being splashed!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWBOg5njBc8
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Going with the Tide
Moderate tidal flooding this morning in Avalon and Stone Harbor.
Bay water hanging out in the areas that typically flood during storms and extreme tides (most common in the winter/early spring months).
Water starting to recede now (10:30am).
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Bay front Avalon NJ
Just Listed!
6660 Ocean Drive, South Unit, Avalon NJ Â $1,695,000
Beautiful multi level townhouse style unit with serene bay, wetlands, and sunset views.
Completely renovated in 2011- custom features and amenities throughout. 4 bedrooms, plus a 1st floor den, 4 full baths, 3 waterside decks, attached garage, and a gas fireplace. Â Perfect for year round use!
Best of both worlds: a boat slip out back, and a convenient 2 block walk to a great beach.
For more pictures and details: Click Here and Here
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Avalon – For Sale
Just Listed!
261 45th Street, Avalon  $1,569,000
Two story home with custom details throughout. Â 1st floor master suite. Â Spacious screened in porch with blue stone flooring. Â Huge great room. Â High end appliances in the kitchen. 2nd floor family room with wet bar. Detached garage. Private back yard.
To be sold furnished and ready for immediate use.
For more photos and details: Â Click Here
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January Market Stats
Summary of real estate sales in Avalon and Stone Harbor NJ for the month of January, 2016
A total of 33 properties SOLD (settlement):2 commercial properties- a store front at 20th and Dune Drive in Avalon for $325,000; and a multi-store site at 97th and Third Avenue in Stone Harbor for $1,252,500.
3 properties classified as vacant lots (although all 3 had existing structures that will be demolished)- Â an undersized beach block lot on 84th Street for $1,250,000; a 60′ lot on 62nd Street for $1,250,000; and a bay front double lot on Golden Gate Road for $5,700,000.
9 condo/townhouse style properties- ranging from a 2 bedroom unit at The Avalon Condos (7th and First Avenue) for $489,000; to a bay front new construction 3 level side by side style unit on Sunrise Drive in Avalon for $1,695,000. Â The median selling price for all condo townhouse units- $830,000.
19 single family homes sold- ranging from an older upside down style with inlet views on 7th Street for $990,000; to a bay front old seashore home situated on a double lot on Sunset Drive in Stone Harbor for $4,500,000. Â The median selling price of all single family homes- $2,088,000.
In addition, there are 45 properties sale pending, with a median listing price of $1,095,000 (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.
ann@anndelaney.com  or 609-967-7950
Thank you for your continued interest!
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Beach Access
It’s a tough job, but somebody has to do it!
Between several beach walks and a beach drive, I have personally checked all 7+ miles of beach on the island after last weekend’s storm.
Getting on and off the beach can be challenging due to erosion at the paths. Â Please don’t try to jump- it only causes more sand to crumble from the path.
Best bet for access is from one of the pavilions with a ramp, or a vehicle access driveway.
If you have any questions about a particular area of beach, I am happy to provide my comments.  Also, check my Twitter feed  for beach pictures from all locations.
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Remnants from Jonas
Marsh grass, mulch, and muddy debris…Mother Nature’s gifts after the tide receded.
If water entered your garage (see picture below with water line evident on foundation), it’s important to clean the surfaces (not just let it dry)- otherwise it will smell fishy when the weather warms!
The snow and ice a few days prior created icebergs of lawn stones that were then carried by the tide throughout the streets. Â The Borough is busy cleaning those streets now.
Will take more pictures today and post to Twitter: Â @anndelaneybeach
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Perspective
Yes, it was a terrible storm. Â And many sections of town were hit especially hard from the extreme tides.
YET…we live on an island. Â And it’s not that uncommon for water to spend time beyond its typical borders.
After all of the media attention, it’s important to know:
1) Store owners are already on site cleaning up and putting everything back in order
2) The water has drained – thanks to our sandy soil!
3) Homes built within the last 30 years or so are elevated for this very reason
4) The Boroughs of Avalon and Stone Harbor are committed to beach restoration, and will make the necessary repairs to allow safe access across the dune paths
So please share the news that our beautiful little island is resilient and open for business!
I will take more pictures this afternoon and post to Twitter (below is First Avenue in Stone Harbor).
Follow the time line of today’s island tour: Â AnnDelaneyBeach on Twitter
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Coastal Storm?
Weather rumblings for a nasty weekend storm. Â Hopefully by now, your shore house is prepared for the winter ahead.
But just in case-
Are the trash cans and your outdoor furniture stored or secured?
Likewise for storm/screen doors, as well as the door for the outside shower.
Heat set between 55 – 60 degrees?
If you decide to ride down AFTER a snow storm, keep in mind the snow plows (well, Borough trash trucks with plows attached!) will clear the center of the street…creating a wall of snow in front of driveways. Â Wear your boots and bring a snow shovel for access to your home.
When is spring???
