Our rental market is very active- the cold weather often has that effect!
If I can help you or your friends with a vacation rental in Avalon or Stone Harbor, please let me know.
Or, if you own a shore house, I would appreciate the opportunity to offer it on our web site.
Thank you for your business and referrals!
ann@anndelaney.com  or 609-967-7950
Avalon, NJ- HUGE lot measuring 115′ along prestigious Bayberry Road, by 100′ along 40th Street. Â Functional 6 bedroom, 4 bath home to use/renovate while planning a future showplace.
Owner moving, and would like to sell before the season. Â Click HERE for MLS link. Â Thank you for your interest! Â ann@anndelaney.com
Based on personal sightings, there are at least 2 Snowy owls on 7 Mile Beach. Â One has taken up residence at Stone Harbor Point, and another spotted in the Avalon high dune area, (and flying down along the southend beach).
Yesterday, we saw one at 83rd Street (perched on the fence post by the path). Â This one looked smaller than others, so guessing it may be a third owl??
Picture below is blurry- taken yesterday at the Point. Â Better pictures on my January 2nd, and January 10th blog posts.
A beautiful view this morning from the Avalon jetty (the birds weren’t thrilled about the interruption!)
When a new business opens on the island, and boldly proclaims their plan to stay open year-round, the local residents shrug. Â We have heard it many times before…only to see the “Closed” sign on the door by late October.
Our pessimism is based on experience. Â Yet, is that pessimism also contributing to the winter closure?
Obviously it’s a supply/demand issue (especially with restaurants). Â Cape May manages to reach beyond its town borders to attract patrons…shouldn’t Avalon and Stone Harbor be able to do the same?
This subject is on my mind because of recent visits to The Reeds.  The owners are making an effort to attract the “winter crowd” with a reasonable bar menu and lunch specials.  Like Congress Hall in Cape May, they hope to become the town “living room” in the off season.
So this is my low key plug for all of the island businesses that stay with us year round. Â We will show our appreciation, and spread the word.
The sun has returned! Â AND temperatures remain moderate.
Unfortunately, this will be the day of discovery for broken water pipes. Â Now that the streets/sidewalks have dried, standing water around a property will be more obvious.
Two tips for seasonal property owners:
1) Install a whole house water shut off valve. Â It won’t prevent a freeze, but it will lessen damage from running water.
2) Hire a winter watch service if you are unable to check your property on a regular basis.
If you need suggestions for either (or both), I am happy to help with recommendations.
A good day to plan ahead for quality time on the beach 🙂
Web site: Â Â http://www.powerplayrealty.com/rentals
Or call/email me directly, and I will forward suggestions based on your requirements.
  ann@anndelaney.com   609-967-7950
Thank you for the opportunity to help!
More Snowy owl sightings along the beach this morning:Â the high dune area of Avalon, and Stone Harbor Point!
Avalon single family homes- Â a total of 117Â sold.
Sold prices ranged from $439,000 to $6,000,000; with a median selling price of $1,350,000.  The median days on market- 176.
Avalon townhouse/condo units- a total of 69 sold.
Sold prices ranged from $155,000 to $1,525,000; with a median selling price of $632,500. The median days on market- 142.
Stone Harbor single family homes- a total of 65 sold.
Sold prices ranged from $535,000 to $3,800,000; with a median selling price of $1,640,000. The median days on market- 196.
Stone Harbor townhouse/condo units- a total of 44 sold.
Sold prices ranged from $155,000 to $1,775,000; with a median selling price of $550,000.  The median days on market- 199.
Properties reported under the multi-family category are often purchased for eventual single family use.  There were a total of 12 multi-family sales in Avalon and Stone Harbor.  Sold prices ranged from $720,000 to $1,100,000.  The median sold price was $832,500; and median days on market- 277.
Information compiled from the Cape May County Multiple Listing Service
For specific information on a neighborhood/location, please ask!  609-967-7950  or  ann@anndelaney.com
Thank you for your interest.
