July 5, 2014

That’s Better!

By ann

Obviously, no beach day for me yesterday.  Even after the skies cleared, the gusty wind discouraged me from venturing to the sand.

When we walked later, the beach was very active… including surfers taking advantage of “September” waves!

Friday

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July 3, 2014

Saturday July 5th

By ann

Saturday is the new Friday.

The Stone Harbor Recreation Department announced that all activities will take place on Saturday, 7/5- including the fireworks.

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July 3, 2014

July 4th- Beach Day??

By ann

Our office is closed tomorrow…and I am counting on a beach day.  Hoping Arthur rides out to sea!

One of my favorite  4th of July activities?  Walking along the beach and checking out the lifeguards.  And not in a creepy, old lady way!

All of the stands are decorated, and the guards compete for best holiday spirit (often by gathering everyone on “their beach” to sing the Star Spangled Banner).  A wonderful tradition.

P.S.  Stone Harbor Recreation Department postponed all activities until Saturday, 7/5  

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July 3, 2014

Island Dwellers

By ann

Enjoyed a unique opportunity to actually MEET a few fellow Twitter friends from Cape May last night.  We joked that we would get together…and then “tweet” back and forth.

Fortunately, our phones sat idle while we engaged in real live conversations!

A common theme- winter at the shore.  We compared notes…and interestingly…the Cape May residents were curious how WE managed  living here.  This struck me as funny.  Yes, Avalon and Stone Harbor are quiet in the off season.  And we don’t have the numerous dining options.  Oh, and we can’t walk to the Acme or CVS.  Okay…maybe they have a point 😉

One Cape May resident (an artist) said it best: “People either get Cape May…or they don’t”.  That’s so true about all of the local beach communities- each offering a different quality of life.

Thankfully, our little (quiet) island suits us just fine 🙂

CapeMay

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July 1, 2014

Summer Sights

By ann

Umbrella

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June 30, 2014

Avalon and Stone Harbor Sales

By ann

Market Update: summary of past 30 days.

salesignA total of 33 properties SOLD in Avalon and Stone Harbor.

22 single family homes; ranging in price from $762,000 for a nice upside down style home just over the 21st Street bridge in Avalon; to $2,750,000 for a new 5 bedroom Stone Harbor home on a large lot with a private pool.  The median selling price for all single family homes: $1,762,500.

7 condo/townhouse units; ranging in price from $250,000 for a 2 bedroom unit above an ice cream shop on Dune Drive in Avalon; to $1,060,000 for a renovated bay front townhouse style at Cornell Harbor in Avalon. The median selling price for all condo/townhouse units was $520,000.

There were 3 vacant lots sold: Corner of 54th and Dune Drive for $950,000; 100 block of 110th Street for $1,400,000; and beach block of 66th Street for $2,450,000.

One multi-family sale: an older side by side building in the 100 block of 83rd Street for $1,037,500 (both units).

The overall median selling price (all categories) $1,363,000.

In addition, there are 44 properties under contract, with settlements scheduled for the near future.  The median asking price for the pending sales is $1,412,500 (final selling price posted after closing).

If you have any questions regarding market value in Avalon or Stone Harbor, please let me know.

I appreciate the opportunity to help!    609-967-7950   or     ann@anndelaney.com

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June 30, 2014

Busy Week!

By ann

Music, bike races, sand sculptures, a boat parade, and fireworks…oh my!

Live entertainment Tuesday evening below the Stone Harbor Water Tower – 7pm.   Same night: Big Beach Movie (Monster’s University)- 8:45pm at 30th Street beach in Avalon.

More live music on Thursday evening at Veterans Plaza, 21st Street circle- 7pm.

Friday the 4th- a full day of events. In Avalon: 10th Street field for races at 9:30am; boat parade at 1pm (starts at Avalon Point Marina); music at the Community Hall (30th Street) starting a 6pm.  AND a huge fireworks display at 9pm.    In Stone Harbor:  9am sand sculpture contest at 80th Street and the beach; foot and bike races at the 80th Street field; live music starts at 6pm; AND another option for amazing fireworks at 9:30pm.

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June 29, 2014

Peaceful Places

By ann

Even during the busy summer season, it’s possible to find a quiet place on the island.

The inlet section of Avalon (along the jetty, or closer to the bay). Stone Harbor Point.  Kayaking in the back bay (near the marsh where it’s too shallow for boats).  An early morning beach walk (although this morning, we had to share the shoreline with a few others!)  And, the sunrise surfers/paddle boarders don’t seem to mind the lack of waves…just hanging with the dolphins!

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June 28, 2014

Wildwood Days…

By ann

Our annual visit to Morey’s water park and pier yesterday.

I’m always impressed with the overall maintenance (cleanliness), and improvements by the Morey Organization.   A worthwhile day trip from Avalon or Stone Harbor.

Moreys

 

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June 23, 2014

Beach Day

By ann

Family week at the beach- so I will be leaving the office in the afternoons for “appointments”.  Fortunately, when I walk down to the beach, the group is easy to find!

SundayBeach

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