Avalon/Stone Harbor NJ Weekly Update July 28th, 2016

MORE HOT WEATHER is on tap for the next several days, with daytime highs predicted to reach well into the 80s through the weekend.  Both the temperature and humidity levels will be down a bit from what we’ve experienced in recent days, making it a bit more comfortable.

BEAT THE HEAT!  The ocean water temperature is a delightful 75 degrees along the beach, after a couple of days of sea breezes pushed warm surface water back toward shore.  A gentle sea breeze is the best way to cool off on a hot, humid summer day—aside from a dip in the ocean!

A fishing boat passes by the Avalon Fishing Pier at sunrise.  The look of the pier has changed since its recent extension.

STONE HARBOR hopes to continue its back bay dredging project in the fall, and is working with a consultant and contractor to submit permit paperwork to the NJDEP.  The municipal marina parking lot at 80^th Street would be used once again as a dewatering site for dredge material.  An earlier dredging project was halted after problems at the same dewatering site were discovered.

FUN STUFF!  It’s time to take advantage of all the summer activities available in the area!  Catch a movie on the beach, climb a lighthouse under a full moon, take in a concert, tour the Bird Sanctuary!  See below for a variety of events to choose from—then make time for yourself to enjoy them!

SALES UP: Long & Foster’s Coastal Region, which includes Avalon & Stone Harbor, saw sale volume increase by 36% during the month of June, while units increased by 6%.  Attractive interest rates and strong demand are driving the market.  Jump in, the water’s fine!  Call me today to begin your search for the perfect shore property!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• Harlem Globetrotters at the Wildwood Convention Center for four clinics and four games, Wednesday, July 27 – Saturday, July 30.  Visit www.harlemglobetrotters.com/wildwood for tickets.
• Avalon’s Pets on Parade, downtown Avalon, 5:30PM, Thursday, July 28
• Avalon’s Thursdays on Dune Concert featuring Blondage Rocks Trio, Veterans Plaza, 7PM, Thursday, July 28
• Thursdays on the Lawn Concert featuring Heart to Heart, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Stone Harbor, 7:30PM, Thursday, July 28
• Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary Tour led by a Wetlands Institute docent, meet at the Egret Espy Trail entrance at 114^th Street & Second Avenue, 10AM, Saturday& Sunday, July 30 & 31
• Stone Harbor’s Festival of Lights sponsored by the Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, 7PM, Saturday, July 30
• David J. Kerr Memorial Lifeguard Races, Avalon, 6:15PM, Sunday, July 31
• Stone Harbor’s Family Night featuring Hula Hoops Dancer Performance, Stone Harbor Fire House, 7PM, Monday, August 1
• Avalon’s National Night Out, 30^th Street Parking Lot next to Avalon’s Community Hall, 6-8PM, Tuesday, August 2
• Brendan Borek High Tides Memorial Fund Artists & Friends Art Show, Avalon Yacht Club, 6-9PM, Tuesday, August 2
• Stone Harbor’s Tuesdays at the Tower highlighting National Night Out, 95^th Street Water Tower Plaza, 7-8:30PM, Tuesday, August 2
• Avalon’s Big Beach Movie featuring The Good Dinosaur, 30^th Street & the beach, dusk, Tuesday, August 2
• Stone Harbor Family Movie Night on the Lawn featuring The Good Dinosaur, Stone Harbor Elementary School, 8PM, Wednesday, August 3
• Avalon’s Baby Parade, 21^st Street & Ocean Drive to Veteran’s Plaza, 6PM, Thursday, August 4
• Avalon’s Thursdays on Dune Concert featuring Loud ‘N Clear, Veteran’s Plaza in Avalon, 7PM, Thursday, August 4
• Thursdays on the Lawn Concert featuring Bob Campanel, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Stone Harbor, 7:30PM, Thursday, August 4
• Stone Harbor’s Arts & Crafts Festival, Stone Harbor Recreation Field, 9AM-4PM, Saturday & Sunday, August 6 & 7
• Cape Regional 7 Mile Island Designer Home Tour, 11AM-4PM, Saturday, August 6
• Stone Harbor Farmer’s Market, 95^th Street Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, August 7
• Stone Harbor’s Family Night featuring the Sciencetellers, Stone Harbor Fire House, 7PM, Monday, August 8
• Stone Harbor’s Tuesdays at the Tower featuring The Seabillys, 95^th Street Water Tower Plaza, 7PM, Tuesday, August 9
• Stone Harbor Museum presents ‘On the Way to Cape May’ lecture titled The Making of a Barrier Island by Randy Bauer, Avalon History Center, 7PM,Wednesday, August 10
• Avalon’s Thursdays on Dune Concert featuring Jersey Sound, Veteran’s Plaza in Avalon, 7PM, Thursday, August 11
• Avalon Home & Land Owners Association Annual Meeting, Avalon Community Hall, 9:30AM, Saturday, August 13
• Bay Atlantic Symphony Concert, Avalon Elementary School, 7PM, Saturday, August 13
• Cape May Traditional Jazz Society Presents Traditional Jazz, proceeds donated to the Food Bank of Southern Jersey, VFW Post #386 at 419 Congress Street in Cape May, 2PM, Sunday, August 14
• Cape May Lighthouse Full Moon Climb, call 609-884-5404 for info, Thursday, August 18

Featured Property:

Located on an exclusive street, this lovely Bayfront home offers plenty of room for your family—and your boat!

10522 Golden Gate Rd., Stone Harbor, $2,495,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170930

New Listings:

581 Stone Harbor Blvd, Stone Harbor Manor, $329,900, ACTIVE MLS#: 171369

184 26th Street, Avalon, $499,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171434

628 Avalon Boulevard, Avalon Manor, $579,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171387

14 Hallman Drive, Stone Harbor Manor, $649,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171377

4869 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $929,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171447

389 95th Street, Stone Harbor, $949,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171400

2420 Fourth Avenue, Avalon, $999,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171367

3544 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $1,569,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171424

4598 Fourth Avenue, Avalon, $1,900,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171363

7558 Dune Drive, Avalon, $2,695,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171410

10516 Golden Gate Road, Stone Harbor, $3,900,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171384

Properties Sold:

7929 Dune Drive, #116, Avalon, $347,000, SOLD MLS#: 167397

1314 Ocean Drive Unit C1, Avalon, $620,000, SOLD MLS#: 161045

225 14 Street, Avalon, $925,000, SOLD MLS#: 170867



Nancy M. Alexander Stone Harbor and Avalon NJ Real Estate

Avalon/Stone Harbor NJ Weekly Update July 21st, 2016

MARKET STATS:  35 new purchase contracts were written during the month of June, up significantly over May, per the Cape May County MLS.  Long & Foster’s latest Market Minute report shows 30 transactions closed in June, just ahead of May’s figure of 28, but down just slightly from June 2015.  The number of available listings on the market is down 2% from last month, and down 8% from last year, to 312.  For the full Market Minute report click here:  http://marketminute.longandfoster.com/Market-Minute/NJ/Avalon-Stone-Harbor.pdf

Click above for the latest Long & Foster Market Minute report!

GLOBETROTTIN’ AT THE JERSEY SHORE:  The world famous Harlem Globetrotters will celebrate their 90th anniversary at the Wildwoods Convention Center for four games and four clinics from July 27-30.  If you have kids, they are a must see. The team is offering a family 4-pack where $199 (VIP seating) or $99 (end one seating) include 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, 4 sodas, and 4 bags of chips. Visit www.HarlemGlobetrotters.com/Wildwood for tickets.

Globetrotters star Bull Bullard appeared at the Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpture Festival. The Globetrotters bring 4 games and 4 clinics to Wildwood from July 27-30.      

CONGRATULATIONS TO AVALON BEACH PATROL for a tremendous performance in the 48^th Annual Beschen-Callahan Memorial Lifeguard Races in North Wildwood.  Avalon captured first place in the team scoring, doubles row, surf dash, singles row, and can run, and took second place in the swim and rescue board race!  Great job Avalon BP!

REASSESSMENT RECOMMENDED:  Avalon tax assessor Jeff Hesley recommended the borough conduct a reassessment of property values for the 2018 tax year.  Hesley reported to council members that conducting a reassessment will help avoid a state-mandated revaluation.  Hesley proposed handling the reassessment in-house with the temporary addition of three part-time inspectors.  An interesting note—Hesley also reported to council that since becoming assessor in 1993, 2,080 new homes have been constructed in Avalon.

DIAMONDBACK TERRAPIN harvesting is now illegal in New Jersey, thanks to legislation passed last week.  Concerns about too many turtles being taken in recent years for sale as pets in foreign markets led to the eventual passing of the law, which makes it illegal to catch or take a terrapin in New Jersey.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• Thursdays on Dune concert featuring Carnaby Street, Veteran’s Plaza in Avalon, 7PM, Thursday, July 21
• Thursdays on the Lawn concert featuring The Quietmen, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 7:30PM, Thursday, July 21
• Wetlands Institute Crabulous Crab Day, family fun including crafts, games, crabbing tips, crab cook-off, much more, The Wetlands Institut, 9:30AM-3PM, Friday, July 22
• Avalon Historical Society Clam Shell Competition, 30th Street Beach, 9AM, Saturday, July 23
• Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary Tour led by a Wetlands Institute docent, meet at the Egret Espy Trail entrance at 114th Street & Second Avenue, 10AM, Saturday &Sunday, July 23 & 24
• Avalon Lions Club Endless Summer featuring The B Street Band, Avalon Community Hall, 5:30PM, Saturday, July 23
• Santa visits his Summer Home in Stone Harbor, town-wide, Sunday, July 24-Saturday, July 30
• Stone Harbor Farmer’s Market, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, July 24
• St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Seafood Fest, Church Hall, lunch from noon-2PM, dinner from 5-8PM, Sunday, July 24
• Avalon’s Christmas in July, Avalon Community Hall, 10AM-Noon, Monday, July 25
• Stone Harbor’s Family Night featuring Bill Kerwood Comedy Magic Show, Stone Harbor Fire House, 7PM, Monday, July 25
• Stone Harbor’s Tuesdays at the Tower featuring 40 North, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 7-8:30PM, Tuesday, July 26
• Avalon’s Big Beach Movie featuring How the Grinch Stole Christmas, 30th Street & the beach, dusk, Tuesday, July 26
• Stone Harbor Family Movie Night featuring Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Stone Harbor Elementary School, 8PM, Wednesday, July 27
• Harlem Globetrotters clinics and games, Wildwood Convention Center, July 27-30.  Visit www.HarlemGlobetrotters.com/Wildwood
• Avalon’s Pets on Parade, 21st Street & Ocean Drive to Veteran’s Plaza, 6PM, Thursday, July 28
• Avalon’s Thursdays on Dune Concert featuring Blondage Rocks Trio, Veteran’s Plaza in Avalon, 7PM, Thursday, July 28
• Thursdays on the Lawn Concert featuring Heart to Heart, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Stone Harbor, 7:30PM, Thursday, July 28
• Stone Harbor’s Festival of Lights, Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, 7:30PM, Saturday, July 30
• David J. Kerr Memorial Lifeguard Races, Avalon, 6:15PM, Sunday, July 31
• Avalon’s Baby Parade, 21st Street & Ocean Drive to Veteran’s Plaza, 6PM, Thursday, August 4
• Avalon’s Thursdays on Dune Concert featuring Loud ‘N Clear, Veteran’s Plaza in Avalon, 7PM, Thursday, August 4
• Cape Regional 7 Mile Island Designer Home Tour, 11AM-4PM, Saturday, August 6

Featured Property:

With a beachblock location, pool, and impressive rental history, this one bedroom condo is the perfect Avalon getaway!

7929 Dune Drive Unit 102, Avalon, $289,990, ACTIVE MLS#: 170802


New Listings:

8001 Second Avenue, Stone Harbor, $475,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171315

30 Meadowview Lane, Avalon Manor, $475,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171271

280 79th Street, Avalon, $599,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171282

25 Seabreeze Lane, Avalon Manor, $729,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171339

146 83rd Street, Stone Harbor, $769,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171316

629 Avalon, Avalon Manor, $800,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171273

592 21st Street, Avalon, $895,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171305

50 Seabreeze Ln, Avalon Manor, $998,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171342

198 66th Street, Avalon, $3,595,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171264


Properties Sold:

9501 Sunset #6, Stone Harbor, $395,000, SOLD MLS#: 155708

6625 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $825,000, SOLD MLS#: 170415

244 82nd Street, Stone Harbor, $1,400,000, SOLD MLS#: 166025

250 66th Street, Avalon, $1,450,000, SOLD MLS#: 167289

249 88th Street, Stone Harbor, $1,775,000, SOLD MLS#: 170238

160 86th Street, Stone Harbor, $1,950,000, SOLD MLS#: 166269

73 E 13th Street, Avalon, $2,175,000, SOLD MLS#: 170562



Nancy M. Alexander Stone Harbor and Avalon NJ Real Estate

Hang Up That Cell Phone in New Jersey And Drive!

Phoning while driving in New Jersey could be a real toll call
By ELAINE ROSE
Published: Saturday, March 01, 2008
Hang up and drive - or else. Starting today, police can ticket drivers who talk on a hand-held cell phone or send text messages while the car is moving. And the officer doesn't need another excuse to pull you over. The fine for the first offense is $100, but no points are added to your license.
It has been illegal since 2004 to talk on a hand-held cell phone while driving, but it was a secondary offense. That meant police had to see a driver commit another motor-vehicle violation, and could then write a second ticket for using the phone while driving.
But starting today, it is a primary offense, and the officer can stop you just for talking or texting. Drivers using headsets are exempt from the law.
You can still use a hand-held cell phone if you're in fear for your safety or to report a crime, fire or accident. But if you're calling your spouse to ask what's for dinner or sharing the day's events with a friend, wait until you get where you're going or be prepared to pay a fine.
Don't expect leniency or warnings, at least from state troopers. Capt. Al DellaFave of New Jersey State Police has said the troopers have their ticket books ready to write the summonses ! Be careful! You have been warned.
Nancy@NancyMAlexander.com
www.NancyMAlexander.com

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.

Nancy@NancyMAlexander.com
www.StoneHarborRealtor.com