Avalon/Stone Harbor NJ Weekly Update June 16th, 2016

AVALON’S BEACHES are now ready to go for the summer season after a major sand backpassing project was completed last weekend.  55,000 cubic yards of sand were scraped from the 32^nd to 38^th Street beaches and moved to north-end beaches to replenish them.  Erosion from winter storms had moved the sand southward; the backpassing project returned it to its point of origin.  Rather than put the project out for bid, the work was performed by the Avalon Department of Public Works, which rented heavy equipment for the job.  A major beachfill project is anticipated prior to the 2017 season.

THE HEREFORD INLET LIGHTHOUSE MARITIME FESTIVAL takes place this Saturday & Sunday at 111 N. Central Avenue in North Wildwood.  The festival will feature music, food, crafts, historians, and tours of the lighthouse, while celebrating South Jersey’s maritime history.  The Hereford Inlet Lighthouse is still in operation, and its light is visible at night from many areas of Avalon & Stone Harbor.

OTHER MAJOR WEEKEND EVENTS include an Open House at Avalon’s Public Library, and Sea Isle City’s Skimmer Festival.  For something a little different, try a “Full Moon Climb” at the Cape May Lighthouse on Monday evening, June 20^th!

$832 PER POUND!  That’s what a prize-winning 212-pound mako shark was worth in the recent South Jersey Shark Tournament.  The mako, caught by a crew of sport fishermen from New York, won $176,414 in prize money!  Whether you’re looking to catch a big mako shark, or something a bit more modest, seek advice (and bait!) from local tackle shops, including Smuggler’s Cove in Stone Harbor, or Moran’s Dockside and Avalon Hodge Podge in Avalon.

ROAD CONSTRUCTION, detours, and delays are often part of getting to the Shore on busy summer weekends.  But the next time you grumble about road construction slowing your trip, consider the early options for reaching your favorite Island…see below for a look at how everybody got here a hundred years ago!

 

The way visitors used to get to the Island!  This view of 96^th Street, looking east, shows an early Stone Harbor Railroad train.  Another rail line ran down the middle of Second Avenue (Dune Drive) from Avalon.

3.83 PERCENT!  That’s the average rate for conforming loans of $417,000 and below.  Jumbo loans over $417,000 are a bit less, averaging 3.81% according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association.  It’s a fantastic time to take advantage of low rates, whether purchasing a shore home, or refinancing your primary residence.  Whether you’re ready to get started with a purchase, or simply need a recommendation on a good mortgage lender, please call me!

NEXT WEEK, watch for our list of July 4^th events to enjoy!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• Stone Harbor’s Chelsea Place Park, grand re-opening, 9:30AM, Friday, June 17
• Avalon Performing Arts Council 29th  Annual Art Show & Sale, opening night & preview from 7-9PM on Friday, June 17, show & sale from10AM-4PM on Saturday, June 18
• Avalon Free Public Library Open House, games, crafts, food, face painting, more, 9AM-1PM, Saturday, June 18
• Hereford Inlet Lighthouse Maritime Festival, artists, crafters, authors, food, music, more, 111 N. Central Avenue, North Wildwood, 10AM-5PM on Saturday, June 18 & 10AM-4PM on Sunday, June 19
• Avalon Historical Society Olde House Tour, 1-4PM, Saturday, June 18
• Sea Isle City’s Skimmer Weekend, food, crafts, live music, family activities, more, Saturday & Sunday, June 18 & 19
• Stone Harbor Farmers Market, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, June 19
• Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary Tour led by a Wetlands Institute docent, meet at the Egret Espy Path at 114th Street & 2nd Avenue, 10AM,Sunday, June 19
• Cape May County Zoo Giraffe Day, giraffe related programs, activities & zookeeper talks, 10AM-3PM, Sunday, June 19
• St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Strawberry Festival, 6:30-8:30PM, Sunday, June 19
• Cape May Lighthouse Full Moon Climb, 8-10PM, Monday, June 20
• Avalon History Center Trivia Night, 7PM, Wednesday, June 22
• Cape May County Zoo Night Out with the Critters, BBQ dinner & behind the scenes look at the animals, 5:30-8:30PM, Friday, June 24
• Stone Harbor Farmers Market, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, June 26
• Stone Harbor Family Night, family fun, check out the fire trucks, more, Stone Harbor Firehouse, 7PM. Monday, June 27
• Avalon’s Children’s Mini Event featuring ventriloquist Bob Conrad, Avalon Elementary School Gymnasium, 11AM, Tuesday, June 28
• Avalon’s Big Beach Movie featuring Cinderella, 30th Street beach, dusk, Tuesday, June 28
• On the Way to Cape May historic lecture, Avalon History Center, 7PM, Wednesday, June 29
• Stone Harbor Movie Night on the Lawn featuring Open Season: Scared Silly, Stone Harbor Elementary School, 8PM, Wednesday, June 29
• Thursdays on Dune Concert featuring 63rd Army Band, Veteran’s Plaza, 7PM, Thursday, June 30
• Stone Harbor’s Tuesday at the Tower featuring the Mighty Parrot Band, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 7-8:30PM, Tuesday, July 5

  

Featured Property: Bayfront, with a dock and easy inlet access!

494 Avalon Boulevard, Avalon Manor, $545,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 167951

New Listings:

8300 Second Avenue, Stone Harbor, $599,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170762

2438 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $1,369,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170722

160 84th Street, Stone Harbor, $1,395,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170684

261 83rd Street, Stone Harbor, $1,479,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170711

238 47th Street, Avalon, $1,595,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170678

46 W 22nd Street, Avalon, $1,699,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170757

9801 First Ave, Stone Harbor, $1,895,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170675

62 W 32nd Street, Avalon, $2,895,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170741

Properties Sold:

3283 Dune Drive, Avalon, $235,000, SOLD MLS#: 170272

317 83rd Street, Stone Harbor, $479,500, SOLD MLS#: 169048

10800 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor, $510,000, SOLD MLS#: 167559

404 24th Street, Avalon, $974,999, SOLD MLS#: 170676

231 122nd Street, Stone Harbor, $2,000,000, SOLD MLS#: 166606

167 93rd Street, Stone Harbor, $2,250,000, SOLD MLS#: 164023

Nancy M. Alexander Stone Harbor and Avalon NJ Real Estate

Avalon/Stone Harbor NJ Weekly Update June 2nd, 2016

 

GREAT START, GRAY FINISH!  Friday, Saturday, and Sunday saw ideal weather for kicking off the summer season, with beachgoers, boaters, pedestrians, and bicyclists all taking advantage of it. Monday brought rain and gray skies which led to the cancellation of parades (but not ceremonies) in both Avalon and Stone Harbor, and sent many home a bit earlier than usual. Despite that, most are reporting a strong weekend and a great start to the season!

A little bit of sunshine after a rain shower led to a double rainbow over the bay!

SEVEN MILE RESTAURANT WEEK runs from June 6^th to 12^th.  Take advantage of specials at dozens of local restaurants before peak summer crowds hit!  For a list of participating restaurants click here: http://www.visitavalonnj.com/where-to-dine/restaurant-week-menus

SLOW DOWN FOR TURTLES!  At this time of year diamondback terrapins begin crossing local roads seeking higher ground on which to lay eggs.  Give ‘em a brake!  Roadway mortality is listed as a major threat to the terrapin population.  If you are inclined to help a turtle across the road, carefully help them cross in the direction they are already headed, while taking care to ensure your own safety.

LIFEGUARD TRYOUTS:  Do you have what it takes to be a lifeguard?  If so, and you’re looking for summer employment, Avalon and Stone Harbor will each hold lifeguard tryouts on Saturday, June 4^th, at 10am.  Avalon’s will be held on the 32^nd Street beach, and Stone Harbor’s will be held at the 95^th Street beach.

AT THE 95^th STREET BEACH a new deck, pergola, and walkway over the dunes were just dedicated last week.  Catch some sun, a breeze, take in the ocean view, or read a book on a bench in the shade!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• Aviation Museum Runway 5K Run/Fun Walk & Bike, Cape May County Airport, bike preview 8:10-8:40AM, race starts at 9AM, Saturday, June 4
• Avalon Garden Club Flower Show, Avalon Community Hall, Noon, Saturday, June 4
• Stone Harbor Garden Club House Tour, 12:30-4PM, Saturday, June 4
• Avalon Performing Arts Council ‘Lights Out Tribute to Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons,’ Avalon Community Hall, 6:30PM doors open, 7PM show starts, Saturday, June 4
• 7 Mile Island Restaurant Week, nearly 40 local establishments offering breakfast, lunch & dinner specials,Monday, June 6-Sunday, June 12
• Basketball ‘Triple Threat’ skills & games for boys & girls ages 8-14, Stone Harbor’s 82nd Street Recreation Center, check www.shoreshot.net for details, Friday nights beginning Friday, June 10
• Avalon Historical Society’s Miniature Golf Competition, held at Go Fish Mini Golf Course in Avalon, 9AM,Saturday, June 11
• Stone Harbor Property Owners’ Association Meeting, first annual beach & bay report, Stone Harbor Elementary School, 9AM, Saturday, June 11
• Avalon Home & Land Owners’ Association Meeting, featured speaker is Norman Gluckman, Director of Avalon’s Public Library, Avalon Senior Center, 10AM, Saturday, June 11
• Big Band Dance featuring The Star Band, Avalon Community Hall, 7PM, Saturday, June 11
• Stone Harbor’s Farmers Market, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, June 12
• American Legion Post #331 Flag Day Ceremony, 11617 Second Avenue, Noon, Tuesday, June 14
• Avalon Performing Arts Council 29th  Annual Art Show & Sale, opening night & preview from 7-9PM onFriday, June 17, show & sale from 10AM-4PM on Saturday, June 18
• Avalon Free Public Library Open House, 9AM-1PM, Saturday, June 18
• Hereford Inlet Lighthouse Maritime Festival, artists, crafters, authors, food, music, more, 111 N. Central Avenue, North Wildwood, 10AM-5PM on Saturday, June 18 & 10AM-4PM on Sunday, June 19
• Avalon Historical Society Olde House Tour, 1-4PM, Saturday, June 18
• Stone Harbor Farmers Market, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, June 19
• St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Strawberry Festival, 6:30-8:30PM, Sunday, June 19
• Stone Harbor Farmers Market, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, June 26
• Avalon’s Big Beach Movie featuring Cinderella, 30th Street beach, dusk, Tuesday, June 28
• Stone Harbor Movie Night on the Lawn, Stone Harbor Elementary School, 8PM, Tuesday, June 28
• On the Way to Cape May historic lecture, Avalon History Center, 7PM, Wednesday, June 29
• Thursdays on Dune Concert featuring 63rd Army Band, Veteran’s Plaza, 7PM, Thursday, June 30

New Listings:

6625 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $849,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170415

238 43rd, Avalon, $1,275,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170507

313 76th Street, Avalon, $1,495,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170441

161 103rd Street, Stone Harbor, $1,599,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170437

159 84th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,395,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170527

3268 First Avenue, Avalon, $2,499,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170503

35 W 32nd Street, Avalon, $3,395,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170444

168 67th Street, Avalon, $3,495,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170443

192 61st Street, Avalon, $4,995,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170454

Properties Sold:

8001 Second Avenue, Stone Harbor, $525,000, SOLD MLS#: 168692

2322 Dune Drive, Avalon, $690,000, SOLD MLS#: 162123

498 20th Street, Avalon, $760,000, SOLD MLS#: 169546

134 Meadowview Drive, Avalon Manor, $800,000, SOLD MLS#: 109207

269 53rd Street, Avalon, $1,625,000, SOLD MLS#: 165694

1909 Dune Drive, Avalon, $1,950,000, SOLD MLS#: 165318

249 58th Street, Avalon, $2,500,000, SOLD MLS#: 165050

Nancy M. Alexander Stone Harbor and Avalon NJ Real Estate

National Weather Service Blizzard Warning for Cape may County

Blizzard Warning


...WINTRY WEATHER LAST NIGHT WILL INTENSIFY TODAY AND CAUSE

DANGEROUS CONDITIONS ESPECIALLY THIS AFTERNOON INTO EARLY

TONIGHT...

.AN EXPLOSIVELY DEVELOPING NOR/EASTER WILL BRING HEAVY SNOW TO

MUCH OF OUR AREA TODAY AND THIS EVENING...WITH BLIZZARD CONDITIONS

EXPECTED FOR MANY AREAS.

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT...


...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...


THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN MOUNT HOLLY HAS ISSUED A BLIZZARD

WARNING...WHICH IS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT. THE

WINTER STORM WARNING HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

A COASTAL STORM DEVELOPING OFF THE CENTRAL MID ATLANTIC COAST

BEFORE SUNRISE WILL INTENSIFY EXPLOSIVELY TODAY. SNOW...AS WELL AS

SLEET AND EVEN SOME FREEZING RAIN NEAR...SOUTH...AND EAST OF

PHILADELPHIA WILL CHANGE TO ALL SNOW DURING THIS MORNING AS THE

STORM MOVES NORTHWARD. THIS WILL CAUSE WINDS TO BACK TO NORTHEAST

AND NORTH AND BRING COLDER AIR INTO THE REGION. WITH HEAVY SNOW

EXPECTED TO DECREASE VISIBILITIES...AND STRONG WINDS GUSTING TO 35

TO 45 MILES AN HOUR THIS AFTERNOON...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS ARE

EXPECTED AT TIMES MAINLY FROM ABOUT MIDDAY AND THROUGH THE

AFTERNOON...POSSIBLY PERSISTING INTO EARLY TONIGHT BEFORE TAPERING

OFF. HOWEVER...WINDS WILL CONTINUE TO BE STRONG THIS EVENING SO

THERE WILL BE PLENTY OF BLOWING SNOW WITH REDUCED VISIBILITIES AS

WELL TONIGHT.

TOTAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS ARE EXPECTED TO RANGE FROM 12 TO 22

INCHES INTO EARLY TONIGHT...WITH THE HIGHEST AMOUNTS STRADDLING

THE INTERSTATE 95 CORRIDOR.

NEAR-BLIZZARD OR BLIZZARD CONDITIONS ARE RARE FOR OUR AREA...SO

IT IS LIKELY THAT PEOPLE WILL NOT REALIZE THE PERIL THAT EXISTS

IN VENTURING OUT IN SUCH STORMS. LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS ARE

POSSIBLE...AND DRIVING WILL BE HAZARDOUS AT BEST DURING THIS

WINTER STORM TODAY AND EARLY TONIGHT. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

THAT TRAVEL BE CURTAILED DUE TO THE DANGEROUS CONDITIONS...AND

ONLY DRIVE IF IT IS TRULY AN EMERGENCY SITUATION.

A BLIZZARD WARNING MEANS SEVERE WINTER WEATHER CONDITIONS ARE

EXPECTED OR OCCURRING. FALLING AND BLOWING SNOW WITH STRONG WINDS

AND POOR VISIBILITIES ARE LIKELY. THIS WILL LEAD TO WHITEOUT

CONDITIONS...MAKING TRAVEL EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. DO NOT TRAVEL. IF

YOU MUST TRAVEL...HAVE A WINTER SURVIVAL KIT WITH YOU. IF YOU GET

STRANDED...STAY WITH YOUR VEHICLE.

http://www.weather.gov/alerts-beta/wwacapget.php?x=NJ20100210093300PHIBlizzardWarningPHI20100211050000NJ





Nancy M. Alexander
Stone Harbor and Avalon NJ Real Estate

Real Estate Facts for 2010 From NJAR

EDISON — The turn of a new year comes with both question and promise regarding New Jersey real estate. To prepare for the year ahead, the New Jersey Association of Realtors (NJAR) has assembled a list of 10 facts regarding the current state of real estate to offer some perspective on what to expect in 2010.


"NJAR's quarterly housing statistics over the past year have generally indicated home sales rising and prices stabilizing throughout the state," said NJAR 2010 President Judy Appleby. "These increases in buyer activity should spur further confidence in Garden State housing. Plus, expiration of the federal home buyer tax credit in April should spark a dramatic spring buying season that will hopefully set the tone for the remainder of the year in many of New Jersey's various markets."

1) First-time buyers are taking action, and for good reason. In 2009, first-time buyers made up 52 percent of the New Jersey real estate market, compared to 49 percent in 2008 and 36 percent in 2007. First-timers were spurred by high affordability, low rates, and the $8,000 federal tax credit, which has been extended to April 30, 2010. An estimated 45,700 first-time buyers took advantage of the credit last year, and it is expected to be a strong incentive for first-time buyers early this year.

Source: 2009 Profile of NJ Buyers and Sellers

2) Homes in the Garden State are a good investment. The seven-year home appreciation rate in New Jersey is 37.1 percent, more than five times the national rate of 7.1 percent. Likely due to the inherent advantages that the Garden State has to offer (great schools, unique neighborhoods, proximity to New York and Philadelphia, and access to the shore), New Jersey outperforms the national average in home appreciation.

Source: NJ Market Summary, June 2009

3) It's a great time to trade up. The 2009 federal tax credit for first-time buyers has been expanded to include repeat buyers. That means that existing homeowners can qualify for up to $6,500 (or $3,200 for those filing separately) when they buy a home - a significant incentive to trade up to that dream home.

4) Waiting for prices to drop could cost you. A buyer obtaining a 30-year mortgage of $300,000 today at a 5 percent interest rate will pay approximately $1,610 each month in principal and interest. If that same buyer waits until sale prices drop five percent, he/she runs the risk of interest rates going up. A 30-year mortgage of $285,000 at a 6 percent interest rate will cost the buyer $1,708 per month in principal and interest. Those few percentage points can equate to thousands of dollars over the course of a mortgage.

5) Owning a home in New Jersey builds long-term wealth. New Jersey home buyers who purchased their homes seven years ago accumulated an average of $81,100 in home equity. Over the last decade (1998-2008), the median prices of homes in almost every metropolitan statistical area that covers the state have more than doubled.

Source: The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS (NAR)

6) It's a prime time to buy a second home. Especially in a state like New Jersey, with a great second home market in shore towns and other vacation destinations, now is a great time to purchase a second home. The 2009 median price of a second home in New Jersey was $246,300. Because of the relatively high amount of inventory, there are plenty of affordable options that, when paired with low interest rates, could be once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. Who wouldn't want their investment to double as a vacation getaway and a foundation to build lasting memories?

Source: 2009 Profile of New Jersey Buyers and Sellers

7) There is still time to take advantage of historically low interest rates. Many experts agree that the rates won't stay too low for long, but there is still time in early 2010 to take advantage of rates that have dropped significantly. Consider that in the third quarter of 2008 the average Northeast rate was 6.27. For the third quarter of 2009, the rate was 5.22.

Source: Federal Housing Finance Board

8) Good news for sellers: New Jersey consumers are "buying in" to real estate. The vast majority of New Jersey buyers (86 percent) saw their purchase as a good financial investment, with 57 percent saying it is a better financial investment than stocks. Also, when asked about the primary reason for the timing of their home purchase, 46 percent of first-time buyers said it was just the right time.

Source: 2009 Profile of NJ Buyers and Sellers

9) Lower prices make homes more affordable. The median price of a single family New Jersey home in the 3rd quarter of 2009 is 11 percent lower than in the 3rd quarter of 2008. The housing affordability index during the same time period increased by 22 percent. NAR's housing affordability index measures whether or not a typical family could qualify for a mortgage loan on a median-priced, existing single-family home. Increasing levels of affordability mean a home purchase is within reach for more New Jerseyans than the same time the year before.

Source: New Jersey Home Sales Report, 3rd quarter 2009

10) There are 50,000 Realtors in New Jersey that can provide you with localized information. Whether you are buying or selling, Realtors provide expertise on market trends, property conditions, and many other aspects of a real estate transaction. 85 percent of home buyers used a real estate agent or broker to purchase their home, as compared to 84 percent in 2008 and 76 percent in 2007. 88 percent of sellers were assisted by a real estate agent in selling their home.

Source: 2009 Profile of New Jersey Buyers and Sellers


Buying or Selling a home in Stone Harbor or Avalon, or if you need a Summer Rental, it would be my pleasure to help you with your Real Estate needs.


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Preparing To Sell In The Spring In Stone Harbor & Avalon

Preparing To Sell In The Spring
SELLING IN STONE HARBOR OR AVALON IN THE SPRING
What is The Secret Behind the Sale?
What is The Winning Formula? Maybe Patience and Willingness To Negotiate. So how are successful sellers doing it? The basic formula to getting to a SOLD sign in a buyer's market would be…..
#1- listen to your Realtor and Pay attention to the comps .
#2 is Price.
#3 comes location, and the condition of the property.

And sometimes it just takes time.
Yes! Location, condition and price are key factors. Plus, patience and willingness to negotiate are absolutely essential. You have to keep remembering it is a buyer's market! A seller needs to set the price correctly from day one. What is your bottom line? What’s your strike price? Something to think about….If you want to get your property Sold, Don’t be greedy. Other sellers who set their price correctly now have contracts.

You hear on the news about the sluggishness in the real estate market. It's real. There are more listings available to buyers than any time in recent history. Here in Stone Harbor, there are 123 single family homes now for sale. That represents more than a 4 years of inventory. Six homes managed to go under contract since the first of the year, and nine single family homes have Sold and settled. Average listed price was $2,933,655,and average Sold price was $2,584,740. And average time on the market was 187 days.

In Avalon there are now 216 single family homes now on the sale market with an average list price of $2,282,007 and average time on the market is 247 days. Eight single homes have Sold since the first of the year, and right now there are 23 single family homes under contract!

What does all this mean?
Deal With Reality…..Buyers are now buying the best for their money. Either your house should stand out from the crowd for the listed price, or you should reduce your price.

Adapt. Be Ready To negotiate. Buyers today know the comps and want the best deal.
What Your neighbor Sold his place for two years ago is not relevant. And has nothing to do with market value today. Recent comps show you market reality.

Presentation. Have your house ready to be shown at its best. You never get a second chance to make a first impression!
Does your house have curb appeal? What can you do to make it more inviting so a buyer would want to come inside? How about your lawn? Have your lawn and garden spruced up too. Think about planting some colorful flowers out in the front of your house .

Have your house sparkle when you put it on the market..Investing in touch-up paint, carpet cleaning,(or even new carpet) and even professional staging when necessary yields a big return on investment If you do not have the knack to do it yourself, pay a professional stager. It’s money well spent, and your home will be worth more in the long run. Buyers are picky.

Patience.Patience,Patience!
We don’t know what the future may bring ,but we do know this.. the market was overheated and is now undergoing a correction. All the negative press created has fear and fear can be infectious.

However,MLS facts show a recent flurry of sales made in both Stone Harbor and Avalon. There are smart buyers who realize that here at the Shore the timing is perfect to jump in. Let's hear it for all those who followed their gut feelings and are now under contract. They realize that NOW is the time to cut a really good deal!

Would you like more information? call me..I Love To Talk Real Estate!
Cell:609.425.7521

http://www.StoneHarborRealtor.com

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How is the Stone Harbor and Avalon Real Estate Market? Here are MLS Facts March 2008

Stone Harbor Real Estate Market Snapshot as of March 19, 2008
There are now 124 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $2,392,192 and Currently the Average Time these homes have been on the market is 208 days

Currently, there are 7 single family homes now under agreement ranging from $989,000 to $3,795,000
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An additional 8 Properties have SOLD and Settled since 1/1/2008 for prices as low as $898,000 and all the way up to a whopping $8,500,000.

There are 73 Condos now for sale in Stone Harbor ranging in price from $225,000 to $1,899,000.

There are now four Condos UNDER CONTRACT in Stone Harbor. These range in price from $399,000 to $1,150,000
Two Condos have SOLD since 1/1/2008.One sold for $495,000 and one for $500,000

Avalon Real Estate Market Snapshot as of March 19, 2008


There are 93 single family homes for sale right now ranging in price from $815,000 to $6,499,000.

There are now 17 single family homes in Avalon UNDER CONTRACT ranging in price from $779,000 to $4,750,000.
20 Single family homes have SOLD since 1 /1 /2008 with sold prices ranging from $457,000 to the highest price sale at $3,200,000.

There are now 139 condominiums for sale in Avalon. These range in price from $185,000 to $2,495,000
There are now 10 condos UNDER CONTRACT since 1/1/2008.

4 Condos have SOLD since 1/1 /2008 ranging in price from $850,000 to $1,650,000


Call me......I love to talk Real Estate!
Nancy M. Alexander CRS, GRI ,e-PRO
Direct:800.708.5792
Cell:609.425.7521
http://Nancy@NancyMAlexander.com
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Vacation Rental Search Stone Harbor and Avalon New jersey

Vacation Rental Search Stone Harbor and Avalon New Jersey
Need help finding your Summer rental property at the shore ? Looking for an Oceanfront, Beachblock, or a Bayfront property (or anything in between) in either Avalon or Stone Harbor. We have huge selection of vacation homes and condos with weeks still available.
http://StoneHarborRealtor.com/VacationRentals.htm
Click on the red banner ,and fill in the weeks you need. If you need some help with this, or have any questions, let me know if I can help ,Give me a call Direct at 800.708.5792 Or if you prefer, E-mail me .. http://Nancy@NancyMAlexander.com
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If you want to discuss the advantage of owning a property here at the shore for second home use or as a rental investment , call me. I love to talk Real Estate.
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Stone Harbor and Avalon Summer Rentals Are Still Available.You Can Book Your Summer Rental On-line Right here!

Stone Harbor and Avalon Summer Rentals Are Still Available.You Can Book Your Rental On-line Right Here!

Coming down the shore this year?

Have you booked your summer vacation rental house yet? If you are looking to rent a summer house or condo,there are still some prime weeks available in several luxury homes in Stone Harbor and Avalon New Jersey. Take a look here on my rental site. (and please remember to save the link to my rental site!) Choose your time period, and take a look at all the homes available. please e-mail me at Nancy@NancyMAlexander.com with any questions you may have,and I can help you!



http://www.stoneharborrealtor.com/VacationRentals.htm Click on the red banner and fill in the weeks you need to pull up all rentals still availble for your time period.( or e-mail me at http://Nancy@NancyMAlexander.com ,and I will search rental availability for you and e-mail the information to you. If you prefer,you call me at 800.708.5792. I Love To talk Real Estate!

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Like Politics, Real Estate Is Local !

We sell Real Estate home by home and neighborhood by neighborhood. The national media can't tell you about market trends in your community. So trust in your Realtor. We know the neighborhood and can give you specific market information for your area. This has always been true .The news media continues to dwell on the negative. Here at the shore,in the Stone Harbor and Avalon market, the market correction with reduction in sale prices makes for some phenomenal deals . It is the time to recognize the positives of this downturn in price. Now is a great time for a buyer to get into the market. Don't be bashful about making an offer.
If you want to discuss market activity, please e-mail me at http://Nancy@NancyMAlexander.com,or you can call me at 800.708.5792. I love to talk Real Estate.
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Looking forward to hearing from you!

Nancy



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Vacation Rentals in Stone Harbor & Avalon

If you have not yet booked your Stone Harbor/Avalon vacation rental for next summer you might want to do it now. We still have a huge selection of properties available.
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Avalon Single family Homes Sold since September 07

Multiple Listing Statistics show 44 single family homes have SOLD in Avalon since September 1st to present (2/28/08) with Average sale price of $1,746,091 and average days on market 289.

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Avalon Bayfront Homes Sold since September 2007

4725 Fourth Avenue. 60x250 lot. 5 bedrooms,2 baths. Listed for $2,575,000.Sold 1/15/08 for $2,200,000
50 Flamingo Dr. 93x141 lot. 6 bedrooms,4 baths. Listed for $5,195,000. Sold 10/1/07 for $4,725,000
Please e-mail me for more Avalon bayfront information.

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www.StoneHarborRealtor.com

Prime Stone Harbor Commercial Real Estate Location:

261 - 96th Street, Stone Harbor, NJ Harbor Square Mall
$5,995,000.00

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Prime Stone Harbor Real Estate Location:Not too often does the most prime location in possibly the best business district at the Jersey Shore become available for purchase.
Harbor Square Mall located in the prestigious business district of Stone Harbor is a Colonial Brick Mall with 18 units including a restaurant with a liquor license, specialty shops and an open food court.The property runs from 96th Street through 97th Street offering frontage on both Avenues. The building with it's brick exterior is very inviting and offers excellent opportunities for all of the 18 condominium units.Total square footage of the property is 29,015 feet with 110 foot frontage on both 96th & 97th Streets.Sale of the property includes the liquor license presently in operation. Leasing information on the property is available upon request.Don't miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to own the best location in the Jersey Shore's gem of a business district. Stone Harbor, New Jersey.

Nancy@NancyMAlexander.com
www.StoneHarborRealtor.com

Looking to buy or rent in Stone Harbor or Avalon?

Known as a wealthy and exclusive town, Stone Harbor sports a trendy, upscale central business district along 96th Street and Second Avenue. In 2006, Forbes magazine ranked Stone Harbor (08247) as #47 on its list of the most expensive zip codes in the United States, based on median home sale prices.

Feel free to bookmark this site now as your comprehensive source of information and services for buying, selling or renting real estate in Avalon & Stone Harbor, New Jersey. The Cape May County communities of Avalon, Stone Harbor , Sea Isle City , and Wildwood are all included in this site with direct access to the latest properties for sale in the area.

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR-Thank you for choosing our beautiful island as your vacation destination. Whether you have been here before or this is your first visit, we are sure you will find all you need for a wonderful vacation right here. Stone Harbor is proud to boast that we have some of the best shopping and finest restaurants in the area, and we also have an ever increasing amount of recreational activities and special events. We are committed to providing our visitors and home owners with a safe, clean, friendly, family atmosphere while maintaining our tradition of quality that has made us unique among seashore communities. We hope that you enjoy your visit with us and that you will return again and again.

If you currently own real estate and are looking for a Stone Harbor NJ Realtor or Avalon NJ Realtor to list your home for sale you have found the best of the best! Nancy M. Alexander has 30+ years real estate experience in the area.

Contact Realtor Nancy M. Alexander for luxury home sales and vacation rental information at the Jersey Shore .

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