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  • Just Listed- Bay Front

    New on the sale market!

    Attractively renovated single family home located on the bay in Avalon.

    Upside down style with two, triple glass sliding doors facing the water- completely unobstructed views.  $1,999,000 with all new furniture.

    Deep water boat slips, plus boat lift.

    For additional information and pictures:  http://www.powerplayrealty.com/sales/detail/265/696-22nd-street 

    Or, contact me:  ann@anndelaney.com  to preview.  Thank you for your interest.

  • Easter Week

    I expect more company this week and next while walking on the beach.  Currently, the birds and an occasional dolphin don’t seem too disturbed as I sing along with my iPod…will have to tone it down when people return 😉

  • Building Trends

    On almost every block in town, the spring construction rush is underway.

    Contractor vehicles are lining the streets with the looming Memorial Day weekend deadline!

    We are seeing more renovations than ever before (in some cases requiring the home to be lifted to meet flood elevation codes).  An architect can magically transform a simple 1950s beach house; keeping the old house charm, while adding today’s amenities.

    Noticing a variety of trends with new construction:  more natural materials (cedar shake, stone, and brick), two-tone siding (both color and texture), some “southern” architectural influence (Nantucket style continues to be popular, too), covered decks, pools, and elevators.

  • Sunday Sights

    A beautiful, sunny start for our Sunday (ignore those dark clouds over the bay!)  Happy April 🙂

  • Final Beach Drive

    Last night was our final beach drive of the season.  Vehicle permits expire on March 31st.

    A stormy spring night- glad to be protected from the rain and wind!

    It was also our last night for “ocean front” dining. 

    Sandwiches from Wawa with an incredible view!

    A big Saturday night at the shore 😉

    It was getting dark by the time we drove by, but wanted to share an updated picture of the Windrift on 80th Street. 

    They have crews working everyday in order to complete this major renovation project in time for opening day later this month.

    Will post more info when available.

  • Saturday at the Shore

    Picture taken during my early morning walk- the white foam and jetty rocks provide some contrast to the gray skies and ocean. Our early spring warmth has encouraged plenty of natural color off of the beach.  Noticed yesterday that even our Azalea bush is starting to bloom!

    Many property owners are in town this weekend, and the restaurants and businesses are opening their doors after a quick winter break.

    Power Play Realty is open all weekend, and I am here to help with any questions you have regarding sales or rentals.  609-967-7950  or  ann@anndelaney.com

    P.S. Tonight is Earth Hour 2012. Switch off your lights at 8:30pm in support of a more sustainable planet.   http://www.earthhour.org/  Fortunately for me…that’s practically my bedtime 😉

  • Beach Views

    Wednesday’s walk in the wind…

    And then later after a quick storm…chasing a rainbow that faded as I walked down to the beach!

    By the way, the island looks incredible right now with the beautiful flowering Bradford Pear trees.   I have posted a few pictures on Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/AnnDelaneyBeach

  • Market Activity

    During the past 30 days, 31 properties SOLD in Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ.

    Specifics:

    9 condo/townhouse units ranging in price from $390,000 to $930,000.  The median selling price was $630,000.

    19 residential homes ranging in price from $675,000 to $4,150,000.  The median selling price was $1,400,000.

    And, 1 of each: a commercial property, a duplex, and a vacant piece of land.

    In addition, an impressive 65 properties posted as Under Contract, with settlement scheduled for the near future.

     

    If you would like more details on recent island sales, please let me know.  ann@anndelaney.com  I appreciate the opportunity to help.

  • Just Listed for Sale

    Completed in 2010. Attractive upside down style home with 3,000 square feet.  Heated salt water pool!  And, inlet views from the front deck.  $1,450,000.

    929 Dune Drive, Avalon

    For additional information and photos:  http://tinyurl.com/d2pbhbr

    Or, contact me with questions:  ann@anndelaney.com

    Thank you for your interest!

  • March Winds

    This is the last week for our vehicle beach permit-  allowing me to take pictures on a crazy windy day without getting sand blasted!

    Fellow year round residents will agree with me:  the howling wind gets to us more so than cold temperatures.  This winter, we have been lucky with moderate conditions all around.  But that doesn’t stop me from cringing when it sounds like our roof will blow off 😉