The churches of Avalon and Stone Harbor participate in the annual Ecumenical Easter Sunrise Service.
Sunday, 6:30am at the 88th Street pavilion, Stone Harbor.
This year, the full moon will be setting as the sun is rising…a wonderful way to start the day.
Spring weather is coming in over the bridge!
During the last 30 days, 23 properties sold (final settlement).
Of those SOLD, 8 were condo/townhouse units ranging in price from $460,000 for a 2 bedroom condo in The Avalon (7th Street); to $1,650,000 for new construction bay front side by side on the bay with a private pool. Â The median selling price of all condo/townhouse units: Â $765,750.
The remaining 15 properties SOLD were single family homes ranging in price from $495,000 for an basic cottage over the 21st Street bridge; to $3,060,000 for a southend Avalon beach block home built in 2002. Â The median selling price of all single family homes:Â $1,750,000.
In addition, there are 86 properties sale pending, with settlements scheduled in the near future. Â The median list price of those sale pending:Â $1,411,500.
I am happy to answer your questions regarding market values in Avalon and Stone Harbor: Â 609-967-7950 Â or ann@anndelaney.com
And, thank you for your continued interest and referrals!
For Avalon property owners with concerns about the restoration project at Armacost Park (71st to 74th Street between Dune and Ocean Drives), I suggest a walk around the perimeter, and along the designated paths at the Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary (111th to 116th Street between Second and Third Avenues).
The Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary remains an environmentally sound, and historic site. Â I believe the Borough of Avalon has a similar vision for Armacost Park.
Tomorrow, Sunday March 29th, is the 17th annual Ocean Drive Marathon.
The race starts at 9am in Cape May.
26.2 miles and 8 bridges later, participants cross the finish line in Sea Isle City.
For more race day information:Â http://www.odmarathon.org
P.S. Road closures in Cape May and Wildwood, and north bound lane restrictions between North Wildwood through to Sea Isle City on Sunday morning. If you get stuck, at least get out of your car and cheer for the participants!
New on the sale market today!  6 bedrooms, 3 full baths  $899,000
Great value for a spacious single family home!
Park your car and walk to restaurants, downtown shops, and special events at Veterans Plaza. Upside down style thoughtfully designed to focus the living area and deck toward Evans Road (quiet access road behind the house). 1st floor- spacious master bedroom with a private porch and a stall shower bath; hall tub/shower bath, utility room with extra sink and refrigerator, and 3 bedrooms. 2nd floor- open great room with cathedral ceilings and sliding glass doors to a large sun deck. Wood floors. Natural gas line for the grill. Living room with gas fireplace, dining area, and modern kitchen with breakfast bar and tile flooring. 2 additional bedrooms and a full tub/shower bath in hallway behind the kitchen.
To be sold furnished and ready for occupancy. Exclusions: personal items, and a few wall hangings.
Outside shower and storage shed. Â Driveway off of Evans Road provides additional parking space. House is rented weekly with a peak rate of $3400
For more details:  Click here and here.
Thank you for your interest and referrals! Â 609-967-7950 Â or ann@anndelaney.com
Defined as lights on inside Hoy’s 5 & 10 and the Avalon SuperMarket as they prep for opening day.
Waiting for the return of the flags over Hoy’s  (a nice view from my office…and handy as a weather station!)
The northern end of our island has taken the brunt of several winter storms.
The Borough of Avalon is working to secure a contract for a beach replenishment project. Â The goal is for all beaches to be open and safe for public use.
Erosion of  sand has created a steep drop off on several north end paths.  Until repairs are made, beach access is closed between 10th and 17th Streets; and  23rd to 25th Streets.
That said, I am still walking the beach in that area (obviously easier at low tide). Â Â And I will provide updates once a beach fill project is scheduled.
AÂ common question from prospective buyers: Â “What is the cost for flood insurance?”
The variables: Â elevation of the street and elevation of the structure (typically, the blocks closer to the beach have a higher elevation than those by the bay).
An elevation certificate is required for an insurance agent to quote a new policy. Â The certificate (prepared by a surveyor) will state the elevation at the curb and the lowest floor of the structure, as well as details regarding vents.
Homes built prior to 1974 were not subject to the elevation requirements of FEMA, and may sit lower than required by the current code. This translates to a higher rate for flood insurance.
Newer homes and those elevated (see recent blog post) benefit from a more favorable rate.
Avalon Beach Fill- update
Posted today on the Borough of Avalon web site: Â Â http://avalonboro.net/avalon-council-to-consider-contract-award-for-spring-beach-fill/
Beaches from 8th through 26th Streets will receive approximately 700 cubic yards of sand. Â Project completion by July 4th weekend.
Will share more information when available.