The birds and I had a front row view of the morning sunrise. After a 2 dreary days, it’s great to see the sun again.Â
Unfortunately, the weather forecast calls for a winter coat, hat, and gloves for my beach walks the next few days 😉
March 24, 2012
8 Bridges = Ocean Drive Marathon
Tomorrow, March 25th, is the 14th annual Ocean Drive Marathon.
The race starts at 9am in Cape May.Â
26.2 miles and 8 bridges later, participants cross the finish line in Sea Isle City.
For more race day information: 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!
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March 24, 2012
Spring Weather
After a beautiful day yesterday, we are back in the fog. This surfer was dressed for the cool water temperatures, while people on the beach managed with bathing suits and shorts!
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March 22, 2012
March Kayaking
Moderate temperatures and calm winds yesterday.  A good day to get back on the water!
Unfortunately, the time of day that worked best for me was also dead low tide.Â
In the warmer months, I work around high tide to avoid the bugs.  Not a problem this time of year.Â
However, I mis-calculated water access from my usual launch site, and had to (carefully) drag my kayak across the bay muck. Good news- I didn’t sink in too far, or slip! Won’t do that again 😉
Interesting views at low tide- and a new perspective of bulkheads and boat slips. Don’t tell anyone, but this is the bridge I occasionally scoot under to the adjacent basin. The tide has to be high enough so I can float over the large pipe, low enough so I can duck under the upper pipes, and calm enough for me to maneuver through the maze of pilings!
By the way, I had company yesterday on the bay- a clammer on one of the mud flats along the main channel.
Now that’s dedication to a job!
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March 22, 2012
Breaking News- It’s Foggy
Soupy skies again today. We are starting to mold a bit around the edges 😉
Actually, this  is very typical spring weather at the shore….we were just spoiled with a few unseasonably warm, sunny days!
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March 20, 2012
Spring!
Warm sunshine, clear skies, green grass, and colorful flowers!
Noticed green stalks in the dune and marsh grass. And, the flowering pear trees along Dune Drive in downtown Avalon are starting to bloom.
Will continue to post the opening dates for local businesses and restaurants, here and on Twitter.
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March 19, 2012
2148 Harbor Avenue, Avalon
Do you know a buyer for this home?
Custom side by side townhouse with the “feel” of a single family. Three levels of living provide a nice balance of space and privacy.
4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 3 sun decks, and a real back yard!
Walk everywhere- nice neighborhood with the convenience of downtown shops and restaurants nearby.
Hardwood floors, 3 zone gas heat and central air, granite counter-tops, separate utility room, awning for the main deck, and outdoor storage. Attractively furnished and ready for immediate use. $719,000.
For additional information and interior photos: http://www.powerplayrealty.com/sales/detail/262/2148-harbor-avenue
Thank you for your interest! ann@anndelaney.com
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March 19, 2012
Monday Sunrise
After a foggy weekend, so nice to see the sun!
I was walking along our beautiful beach this morning, watching the sunrise, breathing in the fresh salt air, and feeling very grateful…and yet the “traveler” in me couldn’t help but wonder about the destinations of the jets overhead.
The weather forecast for the week looks great.  Will of course post the scenic views 😉
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March 18, 2012
What’s Selling?
During the past 30 days, 26 properties in Avalonand Stone Harbor, NJ SOLD.  I have highlighted a few as an overview of current real estate values:
1) An updated 1st floor condo – one of 4 in a building located in the beach block of 21st Street in Avalon. 2 bedrooms, plus extra den. Sold for $515,000.
2) An attractive townhouse style unit in Cornell Harbor off of 8th Street in Avalon. 3 level inside unit with a garage, 2 bedrooms plus a den and loft. Boat slip included. Community has a bay side pool. Sold for $700,000.
3) An old seashore home on 31st Street in Avalon on a 50′ lot. Buyer will tear down the structure and build a new house to re-sell. Sold for $720,333.
4) A neat and clean contemporary rancher built in 1986, and located between Dune and Ocean Drive on 13th Street in Avalon sold for $750,000.
5) A corner property on 102nd and Second Avenue in Stone Harbor- a tear down on a nice lot. Sold for $1,050,000.
6) An unusual bay property with an old cottage on the front half, and an over the water boat house out back. On 7th Street (Yacht Club Drive) in Avalon. Sold for $1,400,000.
7) An updated bay front house on 92nd Street- located on the Stone Harbor Yacht Club basin. Sold for $1,555,000.
8 ) New construction on the west block of 24th Street in Avalon. 6 bedrooms and a pool. Sold for $1,850,000.
9) A beach block upside down style with some updates and a pool. Corner of 59th and Dune Drive. Sold for $2,250,000.
10) A contemporary bay front home on the bulkhead side of Fifth Avenue in Avalon, with a large pool. Sold for $2,500,000.
11) A custom built bay front home on 70th Street in Avalon. Unique setting and a beautiful pool area. Sold for $4,150,000.
The median price of all condo/townhouse units sold was $650,000.
The median price of all single family homes sold was $1,702,500.
If you have any questions regarding recent sales or current inventory, please contact me ann@anndelaney.com or 609-967-7950Â
Thank you for your continued interest!
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Sea Glass
In the winter months, I stay warm(er) by walking close to the dunes. Our early spring weather has me back along the water’s edge.
Tip: the shiny pieces of glass are easier to spot when they are wet; and on sunny days (they reflect the light differently than shells).
I may still have to remove my gloves to to retrieve and rinse off the glass, yet better when I don’t fear frostbite!