Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Stone Harbor, New Jersey- News

  • Ophelia’s visit to Seven Mile Beach

    Overall, the storm wasn’t as bad as expected.

    The winds were brutal late Friday and overnight through Saturday morning. The biggest concern was the amount of outdoor items still in place and not yet secured for the winter.

    Thankfully, the flooding was on the minor to moderate level. The heavy rain arrived prior to high tide, so there was time for that water to drain!

    Tidal flooding from the bay side of the island covered streets in the usual low lying areas.

    The ocean was wild, especially in the inlet between Avalon and Sea Isle City. The spring/summer Avalon and Stone Harbor beach fill definitely provided protection for our dunes and beaches.

    I posted pictures on Twitter (https://twitter.com/AnnDelaneyBeach) from my storm chasing yesterday.

    And we were back to our routine of a long beach walk before work this morning. All good!

  • 2024 Rental Listings

    It’s already time to work on the paperwork for NEXT summer!

    If you are planning to offer your Avalon or Stone Harbor home for rent in 2024, it makes sense to get an early start.

    With the renewal of current listings, I am including the following note (a version of a previous blog post):

    Summary of the 2023 rental season:

    In the fall of 2022, we were busy confirming the 2023 reservations for repeat tenants. These are the families who return year after year (often to the same home) and are not hesitant about planning almost a full year in advance.

    Yet for many tenants, it’s more practical to commit to vacation dates after discussing with family members over the winter holidays. After January, we expect rental inquiries to ramp up to fill in the open weeks.

    Unfortunately, 2023 was different.

    After years of travel restrictions, summer vacations could now be defined with a broader view. 

    So was the lower demand in 2023 a blip? Probably. The nostalgia of a traditional beach vacation remains strong.

    However, property owners should be aware that pricing is a factor with vacation decisions. Tenants expect value for their hard earned dollar. We need to face that head on as we discuss rates for 2024.

    And one last note: the rental market is rarely in sync with the sale market. It’s two different business models. There have been many years when rental rates remained steady, while property values climbed considerably.

    I’ve been fortunate to handle Avalon and Stone Harbor vacation rentals for 40+ years. As always, we will adapt and move forward together.

    ann.delaney@tksir.com or 609-967-7950

  • If Only…

    A customer was talking about the new condo projects above commercial space in Avalon, and asked my opinion (overall) if sale prices could go any higher?

    I’ve heard that question so many times during my 40+ years in the industry!

    And, the question is typically followed by “If only I had purchased back in _____, when I could have bought _________ for $__________.”

    So, yes, history confirms that the prices will eventually increase.

    A buyer may feel like they are over paying at the time, yet eventually, they can brag how savvy they were to purchase at the shore 🙂

    I am happy to answer any questions you may have regarding values in Avalon or Stone Harbor.

  • Paddle To A Cure, August 27th

    I received information regarding a new event for this summer- a stand up paddle board race:

    The event will take place on Sunday 8/27/23, launching from 81st Street Marina in Stone Harbor, NJ. We will feature both 5K and 10K distances, for both novice and experienced paddlers, with all funds going to the mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

    For more information, check out our event website: fightcf.cff.org/njpaddle

  • Avalon and Stone Harbor beach fill project

    The major beach fill project is finally ready to wrap up. The heavy duty equipment is currently at 122nd and 123rd Streets, pumping sand to the 1st jetty by the Point.

    Once the pumping is complete, the pipes that run the length of the Stone Harbor beach from 92nd to 123rd Street will be removed.

    It’s been a bit of an obstacle course for the past few months, but worth it for the beautiful, wide beaches along 7 Mile Island!

  • Additional Thoughts on Summer Rentals

    My observations regarding the status of our vacation rental season:

    In the fall of 2022, we were busy confirming the 2023 reservations for repeat tenants. These are the families who return year after year (often to the same home) and are not hesitant about planning a full year in advance.

    For many tenants, it’s more practical to commit to vacation dates after discussing with family members over the holidays. In January, we expect rental inquiries to ramp up to fill in our open weeks.

    Unfortunately, this year was different.

    After a few years of travel restrictions, summer vacations can now be defined with a broader view.

    So is this a blip? Probably. The nostalgia of a traditional beach vacation remains strong.

    Yet property owners should be aware that pricing is a factor with vacation decisions. Tenants expect value for their hard earned dollar. We will face that head on as we discuss rates for 2024.

    And one last note: the rental market is rarely in sync with the sale market. It’s 2 different business models. There have been years when rental rates remained steady, while property values climbed considerably.

    I’ve been fortunate to handle Avalon and Stone Harbor vacation rentals for 40+ years. As always, we will adapt and move forward together.

  • 2023 Rental Season

    Every year, Memorial Day weekend arrives “suddenly”. Spring weather at the shore can be iffy- so it’s hard to think about summer while still turning on the heat 😉

    Yet here we are…days away from the official start of summer.

    Our vacation rental business is quieter compared to recent years- with inventory available for prime weeks. We are counting on the last minute planners to help fill the properties!

    This situation is not unique to Avalon and Stone Harbor, or just Jersey shore communities. Personally, we are experiencing similar vacancies with our South Carolina rental condo. And the agency there is allowing bookings for less than one week (unheard of for July and August). I also talked with a friend who owns a beach house in North Carolina- same issue with open weeks.

    After 40+ years of handling summer rentals, I know that change is inevitable…and we will adapt!

    Happy summer!

  • Stone Harbor parking app

    The Borough of Stone Harbor has contracted with the company Park Mobile for the metered parking in the business district.

    For more information regarding the service and app: Park Mobile

  • Summer Rentals- still available

    We have wide variety of homes and condos with open weeks for this summer.

    If you know anyone who has yet to finalize their vacation plans, please share this info!

    Thank you for your referrals.

    ann.delaney@tksir.com

    tksir.com

  • Stone Harbor Property Owners

    Info for owners who need to purchase the new trash and recycling cans to be in compliance with the Borough of Stone Harbor regulations: for your convenience, Seashore Ace on 96th Street will deliver new cans purchased to your local property.