Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Stone Harbor, New Jersey- News

  • A House Lift

    Flood elevation requirements in Avalon and Stone Harbor factor into a homeowner’s decision to renovate or build new.

    Older structures typically fail to meet the current requirements on 2 key points: crawl space venting and elevation of the first level.  Smart Vents are a reasonable solution for crawl space venting.  Unfortunately, if the first floor height is below code, renovations may be limited.

    If a homeowner plans to renovate more than 50% of the value of structure (the tax assessment of the “improvements”), the construction official will require the structure be brought up to code.   This is why some homeowners elect to tear down what looks like a perfectly functional home.

    The Stone Harbor house pictured is in the process of extensive renovations…including raising the first floor level to comply with elevation codes.

  • I’m Back…

    Computer issue resolved after a full work day without access to my blog…a major crisis!

    Regular posts will resume tomorrow.  Thanks for waiting.

    In the meantime, check out the new issue of Seven Mile Times   http://www.7miletimes.com/ , specifically page 26. Fun article about the wild turkey living in the dune area of Avalon.  That’s my picture of the turkey from a blog post: https://anndelaney.com/2010/11/22/the-avalon-turkey/

    Also, turn to pages 40/41.  Christmas  1976 in Avalon and Stone Harbor remembered.  Dave Coskey asks “Where were you in 1976?”  And I wonder “How did 35 years go by so fast?”   A trip down memory lane…

  • How’s the Beach?

    Last weekend’s storm caused some minor beach erosion in Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ. 

    Thankfully, the higher than normal tides did not push the ocean to the dunes.  A common sight is a “shelf” of sand where the soft sand typically meets the hard sand.  Wind and future tides will flatten those areas back in place. 

    Still plenty of sand for the beach walkers 🙂

  • Need a Beach Fix?

    This will work!  Fun video filmed in Stone Harbor by Justin Gaynor  http://www.justingaynor.com/  and Genevieve Faust  http://www.genevievefaust.com/

                          http://vimeo.com/31312427

    Enjoy 🙂

  • Stormy Saturday

    Drove Third Avenue and Ocean Drive to work this morning, and the streets are wet from rain…but not salt water.

    The only “extra” water I noticed was in the boat launch area of the Avalon Bay Park (55th Street).  This is normal during exceptional tides and storms.

    Will head back out at high tide for an update.

  • Easy Seashore Living!

    Stone Harbor, NJ

    What could be better?  A spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath condominium located just 1 block to the beach!

    The Borough owned recreation area is directly across the street (tennis, basketball, ball fields, and a playground).  A variety of dining options within walking distance (restaurants, gourmet grocery store, and pizza place).

    Launch a boat or fish from the nearby public dock and marina.

    Golden Shores Condominium offers a secure entry, elevators, storage areas for bikes and personal belongings, and sheltered parking.

    Unit 210 offers 1,000 square feet of living, plus a private balcony with a glimpse of the ocean!  New stainless steel appliances in the kitchen.  Attractive furnishings and window treatments.  Suitable for year round use.  $409,000

    For additional information:  ann@anndelaney.com

    http://www.realtor.com/realestateagents/Ann-M-Delaney-Crs-Crb_Avalon_NJ_67346?DefaultTab=AgentListingsTab

    Thank you for your interest!

  • Columbus Day Weekend

    Temperatures already warming up to close to 70 degrees! 

    The annual Avalon Seafood Festival is underway at 30th Street and the beach (today and tomorrow).  The Avalon Green Fair is next door inside the Avalon Community Hall (today).

    It definitely looks like a beach day 🙂

    Of course, our office is open all weekend if you have any questions regarding sales or rentals in Avalon / Stone Harbor.   ann@anndelaney.com

  • Fall Colors

    Picture taken last night at Stone Harbor point just before sunset.  The clouds over the ocean turned an amazing pink color- it looked like a painting.

    Nice weather predicted for Columbus Day weekend (wait…wasn’t it just Labor Day weekend?)

     The Avalon Seafood Festival will take place Saturday and Sunday at 30th Street and the beach (11am- 5pm)- always a popular event.  And, shops and restaurants will be open in downtown Avalon and Stone Harbor.

  • Market Stats

    Sale data for Avalon and Stone Harbor – past 30 days.

    There were a total of 19 properties sold on the island last month.  3 in Stone Harbor; and 16 in Avalon.  Prices ranged from $310,000 for a 2nd floor condo; to $12,417,380 for a custom ocean front home.

    There were 4 condo/townhouse sales- with a median selling price of $692,000.  One duplex (traditional up/down with 3 bedrooms on each floor) sold for $1,150,000.

    There were 14 single family homes sold:  ranging from a basic cottage over the 21st Street bridge for $550,000; to an 8,000 square foot custom home on the beach in south end Avalon for $12,417,380.  The median selling price was $1,337,500.

    If you have any questions regarding real estate in the Avalon, Stone Harbor area, please let me know.  I appreciate your interest!    ann@anndelaney.com

  • Beautiful September Weekend

    Nun’s Beach Surfing Contest is underway.  111th Street and the beach, Stone Harbor. 

    The sky was an incredible mix of colors early this morning.  Beautiful…

    Posted a video, too:  http://www.youtube.com/user/AnnDelaneyBeach?feature=mhsn#p/a/u/0/xiE5Tx3dFc0

    Perfect fall weather for the annual Wings n’ Water Festival- events throughout Avalon, Stone Harbor, and Middle Township.

    And, a busy weekend for real estate showings, too.  Sale activity is picking up!