Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Seashore Real Estate

  • Baby It’s Cold Outside…

    And it will be even colder this weekend 🙁

    I talked with a local plumber this morning and he is very concerned about frozen pipes.

    It’s not just the low temperatures (and yes, they will be LOW).  The other factor is the wind.

    During similar extreme cold snaps, our 2nd floor master bath shower pipes have frozen (the pipes are on an outside wall).  And this is in an occupied house.

    So, we will turn up the thermostat (even though I’m a cheapskate about the gas bill!) and probably drip the shower head overnight.  It’s not worth a pipe break and water damage.

    If your shore house is not completely winterized (defined by water shut off at the curb, with anti-freeze in the toilets and sinks), it’s worthwhile to take extra precautions this weekend.

    Plus it’s a holiday weekend…so come visit the island!

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  • Bay front Avalon NJ

    Just Listed!

    6660 Ocean Drive, South Unit, Avalon NJ  $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.  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.  1st floor master suite.  Spacious screened in porch with blue stone flooring.  Huge great room.  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:  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

    salesignA 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)-  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.  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.  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!

  • Crawl Space and Air Conditioning Compressors

    Two important items to check after last weekend’s storm:

    1) If salt water entered your crawl space, check for wet insulation.  If you suspect that any water touched the insulation, have it removed and replaced.  Insulation never “dries” and could eventually allow mold to grow on the floor boards above.

    2) Most air conditioning compressors, heat pumps, and the electrical junction boxes are mounted on raised platforms- but not always high enough to avoid the water.  Ask your HVAC company to inspect.  Salt water will corrode the system.

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  • Shore Property Owners

    HouseShould you ride down and check your shore house?  YES

    Even if your property is not located in a flood prone area, the entire island experienced high winds and an extended power outage last weekend.

    Important to:

    1) Make sure your heat is functioning properly

    2) Check your yard for debris or damage from flying objects.

    3) Locate your wayward trash cans

    4) Place any water logged items to the curb for a special bulk trash pick up

    Plus, the weekend weather forecast looks perfect for a beach visit!

     

     

  • 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.  The Borough is busy cleaning those streets now.

    Will take more pictures today and post to Twitter:  @anndelaneybeach

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  • Back to the Beach

    Because I will be out of town during “Jonas” I asked my husband to take a few pictures for Twitter.

    I rarely take off on weekends – that’s when we’re busy with sale and rental business.  Yet I doubt I will miss anything THIS weekend…other than storm chasing adventures!

    Instead, I will tweet updates from snowy New York City.  And, will be back to the beach Sunday night (weather permitting).

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  • Coastal Storm?

    Weather rumblings for a nasty weekend storm.  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.  Wear your boots and bring a snow shovel for access to your home.

    When is spring???

  • Snow Day?

    Well, a few flurries…our first for the season.

    A great day to think about time on the beach 😉

    To browse through sale properties in Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ, click HERE

    Or, to search for a vacation rental, click HERE

    I am here to help answer questions about the area and/or specific properties  609-967-7950 or ann@anndelaney.com

    Thank you for your interest!

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