Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Stone Harbor, New Jersey- News

  • Beach Preparations

    In anticipation of the federally funded beach fill, snow fencing was removed along the beaches in Stone Harbor.

    Dune restoration (including dune grass planting) will be included in the project.  New fencing will be installed prior to the summer season.

    For more details regarding the Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ beach fill, see my post from March 3rd: https://anndelaney.com/2011/03/03/new-sand-coming/

    Update 3/26/11- news reports indicate a start date in mid-April. The entire beach fill project to be completed in 90 days – with the Avalon restoration first, followed by Stone Harbor.

  • Avalon, Stone Harbor stats

    There are 8,709 dwelling units on our seven mile island:  5,281 in Avalon; and 3,428 in Stone Harbor.

    To put the current sale inventory in perspective, just 6% of the total number of units are available for sale.

    Single family homes: 317 on the active sale market, ranging in price from $469,000 to $11,900,000.  The median asking price is $1,725,000.

    Condo/townhouse units: 131 on the active sale market, ranging in price from $429,000 to $1,895,000.  The median asking price is $749,900.

    If you have questions regarding market values in the Avalon or Stone Harbor, NJ area, please contact me:  ann@anndelaney.com

  • Last Weekend of Winter

    Not as warm as yesterday…but not bad for March.

    Today is the Stone Harbor Shiver polar bear plunge.  Crowds will gather just before 12 noon on the 96th Street beach to watch the crazy people jump in the water!

    This little guy may still be around to watch the festivities.  A baby seal enjoyed a perfect beach day yesterday in the south end of Stone Harbor.

    A woman from the Cape May County Zoo was nearby to keep curious beach walkers at a safe distance.  She estimated that the seal was just 3 months old.  Say it with me: aww   🙂

  • Favorite Destinations

    I love to travel.  Some destinations leave an “I’m glad we went, but no need to go again” feeling.  And then others have me thinking about a return visit before arriving home!

    So what creates our connection to certain locations? Is it vacation memories from childhood?  The environment?  The people?  The accommodations? 

    I grew up in the high dunes section of Avalon.  That explains why I am drawn to the woods/beach combination (Kiawah Island, SC and Carmel, CA are 2 favorites that come to mind).  And we live on a low key island year round, so Lana’i (Hawaii) with a population of 2,800 seemed just right.

    I often hear tenants and owners say they take a deep breath as they cross over the bridge into town- instant relaxation.  Avalon and Stone Harbor have the qualities that bring families to our island year after year. 

    Those of us who live here understand…and appreciate our unique surroundings.

  • New Sand Coming

    As detailed on the Shore News Today twitter feed:  http://shorenewstoday.com/

    Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ will benefit from an emergency beach fill program funded through the Army Corps of Engineers.

    In Avalon, the beaches between 16th and 30th Street will receive new sand.  In Stone Harbor, sand will be pumped on the beaches 90th Street south to the last jetty adjacent to the point.  Non-emergency funds will be used to add additional sand north of 90th Street.

    I will provide updates on this major project through the spring.

  • SOLD in Avalon, Stone Harbor NJ

    In the past 30 days, 21 properties SOLD on the island. 

    16 single family homes SOLD, ranging in price from $650,000 (a “tear down” rancher on 20th Street) to $7,000,000 (a custom ocean front home on 33rd Street).  12 SOLD in Avalon; and 4 in Stone Harbor.  I removed the $7 million sale from the list before calculating the average selling price of $1,188,332. 

    4 townhouse style condos SOLD; 2 in Avalon, and 2 in Stone Harbor.  Selling price ranged from $725,000 to $805,000.

    And one “vacant lot” sold on 66th Street for $1,125,000 (a home was demolished- land purchased by a builder).

    There are an additional 37 properties Sale Pending, with final settlement in the near future.

    If you have any questions regarding market value, please contact me:  ann@anndelaney.com 

    Thank you for the opportunity to help!

  • Time to Buy?

    161 8th Street, Avalon NJ. 

    Great location- with easy access to both the beach and recreation.  4 bedroom, 3.5 baths, family room, garage, and 5 decks.  Totally renovated in 2009!  $1,450,000 furnished.

    http://www.powerplayrealty.com/sales/detail/249

    169 31st Street, Avalon NJ.  

    Ideal “east of Dune Drive” location.  Older cottage is functional until plans are finalized to build a new home on the 50′ X 110′ lot.  Convenient to the beach and downtown shops and restaurants. $849,000 furnished.

    http://www.powerplayrealty.com/sales/detail/248

    295 65th Street, Avalon NJ.  

    Prime south end location.  Recent interior renovations create an elegant beach house look.  Open floor plan with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. $839,000 furnished.

    http://www.powerplayrealty.com/sales/detail/245

    222 104th Street, Stone Harbor NJ.

    Charming Craftsman style home originally built in 1946, and thoughtfully restored with quality amenities in 2005. HUGE lot, too!  $1,399,000 furnished.

    http://www.powerplayrealty.com/sales/detail/244

  • 222 104th Street, Stone Harbor

    Price reduced!

    Vintage Stone Harbor home built in 1946, and thoughtfully restored in 2005 incorporating quality amenities for a proper “beach house“. 

    5 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 zone central air and gas heat, gas fireplace, wrap around porch , huge sun deck, and a 2 car detached garage.   Over-sized 65′ X 110′ lot.  $1,399,000 attractively furnished.

    For more details:  ann@anndelaney.com  or  http://www.powerplayrealty.com/sales/detail/244

    Thank you for your interest!

  • How Many Homes?

    More 2010 US Census Data:

    In Avalon, there are 5,434 residential dwelling units.  In 2000, there were 5,281.  The restructuring of the business district allowing residential units above commercial space is a factor with the increase.

    The numbers in Stone Harbor show a decrease in dwelling units- 3,247 in 2010, down from 3,428 in 2000.  This reflects the replacement of non-conforming duplex structures (torn down and replaced with single family homes).

  • How Many Residents?

    According to the 2010 US Census data (published this week in The Press of Atlantic City):

     There are 1,334 full time residents in Avalon.  That’s down from 2,143 in 2000.

    In Stone Harbor, there are 866 full time residents, down from 1,128 in 2000.

    Conclusion?  The birds out number people in the winter months…especially when many of our residents escape to warmer climates!