Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Stone Harbor, New Jersey- News

  • 4th of July

    Avalon has an amazing week’s worth of events scheduled:  The Islandman Triathlon is Sunday, 7/1 (fun to watch- Community Hall at 7:30am). There are several beach concerts, a boat parade, a beach movie, and swimming/ field races.  The fireworks in Avalon will be held Friday 7/6 at 9pm.  Send me an e-mail  ann@anndelaney.com to request a copy of the 1 page schedule (e-mailed to you in pdf format).

    The fireworks in Stone Harbor follow an all day family festival at the 80th Street field on Wednesday, 7/4.  Bring your chairs and blanket to save your spot.

    See you there!

  • Thoughts on the Market

    This weekend is the first big rental check in weekend- summer has arrived.  Tenants who love vacationing at the shore are our future buyers.  My expectation is that the sale activity will increase as our visitors discover that they have options within their price range.

    We are surrounded by well maintained homes of every size and shape. But we are actually selling lifestyle, family time, outdoor activities, salt air, and time away from reality. 

    Avalon and Stone Harbor are well respected beach communities. The Seven Mile Beach will continue to be a smart place to own a second home, a rental property, or even live year round!

     

  • Philadelphia Magazine- June issue

    The “Shore Guide” arrived in my mail just in time for Memorial Day Weekend after work beach reading.  I especially loved the list of “We Can’t Wait To …”  Many are laugh out loud and right on the mark funny!

    Even those of us who live here year round get excited about sharing the traditions of summer with our family and guests.  You can’t help getting caught up in the vacation spirit.  Happy Summer!

  • Market Update

    I heard a great quote last week describing our current real estate market: “we are bouncing around the bottom”.  I think that says it all.  No one has the ability to make absolute predictions, but I sincerely believe that we will look back in a few years and there will be regrets of missed buying opportunities. 

    During my 25+ years of selling real estate on the island, I can’t tell you how many times a potential buyer has said “I remember when I could have purchased that property for $—“.  We know from experience that today’s prices will eventually seem like a bargain. 

    Why?  The second home market is fueled by the wealth of the baby boomers; Avalon and Stone Harbor have brand name recognition for those baby boomers; mortgage rates are favorable; the Jersey Shore is a convienent drive for short visits (a general vacation trend); and this is a beautiful area!

    When you or your friends are ready to buy a beach house, I will be here to help!   Call or e-mail with any questions: 

    (800) 682-5940  or  ann@anndelaney.com

  • Is Seashore Real Estate Over Priced?

    I have lived here all my life…and can remember when a full size lot sold for $15,000 (“who can pay such prices?”).  During the 25+ years of selling real estate on the island, I have heard numerous statements of doubt about the prices (“Are they crazy…$200,000 for that house?”). 

    But ask me the value of a home at the shore as you walk along the beach in the early morning with the sun reflecting off the calm ocean- and dolphins riding the waves!  Worth every penny!

    And the good news- this privilege is available to all of us.  From the basic condo or cottage owner- to the owner of the spectacular new construction nestled in the dunes.

    Thankfully, we have a wide variety of options- priced from $400,000 and up. Call or e-mail me if you are ready to enjoy life at the beach!

  • Countdown to Memorial Day

    The rush begins.  Homeowners are in town purchasing trash cans and deck furniture.  The cleaning companies are busy with spring and window cleaning requests.   Beach chairs and beach tags are in demand.

    Will this be the year for a warm, sunny Memorial Day Weekend?

  • Summer Rentals at the Shore

    Do you have friends or relatives who have yet to plan their summer vacation?  Please let them know that we have a wide selection of properties available- from basic cottages to new construction (and some with pools). 

    I will be happy to e-mail a list of options- just give me a call (800) 682-5940 or e-mail ann@anndelaney.com

  • Spring Time at the Shore

    We all look forward to spring time- but at the shore, the weather is a test of patience.  2 weeks ago I cleaned my porch and deck furniture on a warm sunny day, and last weekend I had to tie it down in anticipation of the nor’easter cruising up the coast.  The winds change to a south and east flow- creating more foggy and damp days.  We love that same ocean breeze all summer long, but in April and May it makes for some dreary days.

    We were fortunate with the weekend storm.  There was typical tidal flooding along some streets near the bay. 40 mph winds that turned from the NE to West (which helped with beach erosion).  Plenty of rain for our small yards and flower beds.

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  • 1st Quarter- 2007

    When I am asked about the real estate market at the shore, my first thought is the return of buyer confidence.  Potential buyers have been watching the market and are ready to move forward with a purchase- if the right opportunity is available.

    There are many options for a buyer as they proceed methodically through the selection process.  If a property is priced higher than the competition, the home will quickly be eliminated from their list. 

    With the activity in the last quarter of 2006, and the 1st quarter of 2007, we have true comparable sales to establish current market value.  For a single family home, the “land value” is the leading factor.  The age/condition of the structure, and more importantly, the value of the structure to the buyer- completes the picture.

    We expect market activity to increase as summer approaches.

  • Beach Tags/Avalon and Stone Harbor

    An early reminder to order your beach tags at the pre-season discount rate:  tags are $17 each if purchased before the end of May.  You can order the tags through the mail and pick them up later in the spring.  The Borough of Avalon 3100 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ 08202; The Borough of Stone Harbor 9508 Second Avenue, Stone Harbor, NJ 08247.