Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Avalon, New Jersey- News

  • Trump Tower in Avalon?

    avawatertower.jpg  I was driving north along Dune Drive this morning, and as I approached downtown, the sun was shining on a huge object in the distance.  Did I miss something?  Was Donald Trump granted permission to build a high rise in Avalon?

    Thankfully- no.  I had forgotton about the restoration project of the 13th Street water tower.  The tent protects the neighboring homes during the sandblasting and painting process. 

    For more information, check out the December news on the Borough of Avalon web site:

    http://www.avalonboro.org/news/dec-08/news-dec.html

  • Thanksgiving Weekend at the Shore

    christmas.jpg  Live music (the string band pictured)…shopping…hot chocolate…shopping…beautiful decorations…shopping…Santa…and more shopping.  

    Don’t miss the Stone Harbor Christmas Parade tonight at 7pm.  Dress warm and claim your spot along the parade route: begins at 104th and Third Avenue; travels north to 96th Street; then 2 blocks east on 96th Street to First Avenue.  Plenty of prime viewing locations.

  • Weekend Events

    http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/index.php

    The Cape May County Herald is a great source of local information (and reading Spout Off is always entertaining!) 

    If you will be in Avalon or Stone Harbor for the Thanksgiving weekend, check out the list of events.  Both towns are working hard to support our business community in the off season.

  • Sunday Sights

    avaloncircle.jpg  The lawn area in front of the 21st Street circle is decorated in anticipation of Avalon’s Thanksgiving- Family Weekend.  Join your neighbors on Friday, November 28th at 4pm for free entertainment, trolley rides, the official Christmas tree lighting, and a visit from Santa.  Many local shops and restaurants will be open for the 3 day weekend, too.

  • Avalon and Stone Harbor news

    Good news for our local beach communities for future funding of beach replenishment projects:

    http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/181/story/321595.html

  • Looking at Real Estate?

    It’s worthwhile to visit:  www.realtor.com  

    The web site was recently updated to include more photos, mapping, and aerial views.  All homes entered in the Cape May County Multiple Listing Service are uploaded to Realtor.com

  • Weekend Weather

    Dreary today- sun expected for Sunday.  With less than 2 weeks until Thanksgiving, the local shopping areas are preparing for the next “season” at the shore: Christmas.

    Avalon and Stone Harbor will host family activities the holiday weekend of November 28th- 30th.  And the stores will cooperate with great sales. 

    Visit the Chamber web sites for more details: http://www.avalonbeach.com/

    http://www.stoneharborbeach.com/

  • Island Information

    http://www.powerplayrealty.com/pages

    Check out  the Tim Kerr’s Power Play Realty web site- specifically the information page.  You will find restaurant information, maps, and links to a variety of local businesses. 

  • Weekend Events

    Columbus Day Weekend at the shore: 

    The Indian Summer Seafood Festival in Avalon- 30th Street and the beach; from 11 am to 5 pm Saturday and Sunday.  Live music, family entertainment, and excellent food from local vendors.

    In Stone Harbor- The Art & Music Festival all day Saturday and Sunday on 96th Street.  Most downtown retail stores will be open all weekend, too. 

    watertower.jpg

  • Market Statistics

    http://www.powerplayrealty.com/pages/market-statistics-updated-avalon-stone-harbor-sea-isle-nj

    Click on the above link to the Power Play Realty web site to view current market stats.

    Quick summary:  The overall inventory has increased, as well as days on market.  The highest “days on market”  month this summer indicates a clearance of old sale listings (most of which had price reductions over their long period on the market).  Since January 2008, the percentage between original asking price and final selling price has lowered -from over 25% to a current rate of 17%.  This means that sellers have become more realistic about the value of their property- and understand, if listed at the right price, it will sell. 

    Bottom Line: Properties in all price ranges are selling at the shore.  Buyers want “value” for their dollar- and will pay a fair price for prime locations.

    If you have any questions regarding market values in Avalon or Stone Harbor, I am happy to help:  ann@anndelaney.com  or 800-682-5940