Island to Island

We had the opportunity to meet and talk with a temporary neighbor on our block.  We saw the car, and house lights (rare this time of year!)- and guessed they were winter tenants- maybe while building a house?

It turns out they are full time residents of St. John, USVI. They were traveling just before the hurricanes, and then unable to get back home immediately after.

The husband is a charter boat captain, and the wife is a full time real estate agent for a Sotheby’s office on St. John.  Obviously their lives and livelihoods were turned upside down.

Thankfully, their home survived the 200+ mile per hour winds (I can’t even imagine), and they are planning to move back by January -in time for high season.  They shared stories of the resilience and recovery from their island neighbors- very inspiring.

I thought it was unusual that they took refuge on our island- but the wife grew up in Cape May Court House and they have family and friends nearby. We discovered several “small world” connections.

An evening of perspective to be grateful for our simple life – especially meaningful at Christmas.

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Snowy Sunrise

This never gets old…

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Tax Assessments

houseI’m hearing from several property owners regarding the letter from the Borough of Avalon with an updated tax assessment.

Stone Harbor property owners should expect a similar notification this winter.

Both municipalities are required to maintain property assessments within a reasonable percentage of fair market value.

Periodic reassessments allow the tax assessor to review all property data (recent sales) and make adjustments.

All assessments are broken down in 2 parts: the value of the land and the value of the improvement (structure).  The land value is consistent on a particular block (unless the lot size is different).

The boom of new construction is also big boost to our rateables.  The 2018 tax rate is expected to be lower based on these new figures- a benefit for all of us.

If you have any questions regarding the market value of your Avalon or Stone Harbor home, I am happy to help.

ann.delaney@timkerrsir.com  609-967-7950

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Stone Harbor Retreat for $299,000

The ideal year-round getaway close to the beach and downtown Stone Harbor!

162 96th Street, Unit 3, Stone Harbor NJ

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Market Stats, Avalon and Stone Harbor

UnderContractSignA total of 33 properties SOLD during the month of November.  The overall median selling price was $895,000.

Break down by category:

16 condo/townhouse units- ranging from $320,000 for a 1 bedroom unit at the Merrimack on 80th Street in Avalon; to $1,995,000 for a new 5 bedroom (with a pool) side by side style unit on the bay at 24th Street.  The median selling price of all condo/townhouse style units:  $640,000.

10 single family homes– ranging from $875,000 for a completely renovated cottage in the 300 block of 20th Street; to $3,250,000 for a 2nd from the beach home built in 2000 located on 113th Street, Stone Harbor.  The median selling price of all single family homes- $1,800,000.

4 multi-family sales- ranging from $700,000 for an older 2 unit property on 110th and Third Avenue, Stone Harbor on an under sized lot; to $1,100,000 for a more traditional duplex on 34th Street sold for land value to a builder (the lot is zoned for 2 units. Structure torn down and new side by side units to be built).  The median selling price for all multi-family properties- $905,000.

2 vacant lots– a 50′ X 130′ bay lot on 7th Street sold for $1,830,000; and a 60′ X 110′ corner lot on the beach side of 33rd and First Avenue sold for $2,000,000.

1 commercial sale- a store front on 21st and Dune Drive sold for $390,000.

There are an additional 54 properties under contract, with settlements scheduled for the near future.  The overall median list price of those sale pending - $1,722,450 (the final selling price is posted after settlement).

If you have any questions regarding market values in Avalon or Stone Harbor NJ, I’m here to help!

Thank you for your interest.  ann.delaney@timkerrsir.com  609-967-7950

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Sunrise Crew…

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Thanksgiving Weekend Crowds

Perfect weather…and huge crowds for the community events in both Avalon and Stone Harbor.

Yesterday, one of my co-workers said downtown Avalon was so packed that it “looked like New York City- but with 4 year olds” 🙂

With the mild temperatures, tonight’s annual Christmas Parade will be the perfect way to wrap up the long weekend.

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Festive Friday in Avalon NJ

If you are on the island, stop by our Avalon office today for a FREE t-shirt.

Kid’s and adult sizes available- from all of the Tim Kerr Charities events.

Tim Kerr Sotheby’s International Realty    2821 Dune Drive, Avalon

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November Beach Walks

Wind sculpts the sand…covering the foot prints of the weekend.

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Thanksgiving/Christmas Festivities

BIG holiday weekend coming up in Avalon and Stone Harbor NJ!

Friday 11/24-  Festive Friday along Dune Drive in Avalon.  Stop by our office for a FREE Tim Kerr Race t-shirt. Fun activities for children through out the business district.

If you are wandering around Stone Harbor Friday evening for Hospitality Night (6- 9pm), stop in to say hello and see our NEW office on 96th Street.

Saturday 11/25- Snowfest Saturday in Avalon during the day…and the annual Christmas Parade in Stone Harbor at 6:30pm.

For the full list of events:

The Borough of Avalon

Avalon Chamber of Commerce

Stone Harbor Chamber of Commerce

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