Avalon/Stone Harbor NJ Weekly Update August 25th, 2016 -- Long and Foster Avalon NJ

MIGRATING SHOREBIRDS are visible in many locations throughout Cape May County at this time of year.  Mid-August through mid-September are peak times for spotting birds as they travel southward, with Cape May County’s geography acting as a  funnel for birds preparing to cross Delaware Bay, increasing the number of birds visible compared to other areas.  Stone Harbor Point is a great location for spotting birds, and so is Avalon’s north-end, where First Avenue and Avalon Avenue hit the seawall. Grab your binoculars or camera and have a look!

SAILOR’S DELIGHT!  For those with sailing in their blood, August is a great month at the Shore!  The AJ Meerwald, New Jersey’s official tall ship, has been in Cape May for a couple of weeks, and will be here through the end of the month.  Various public sails are offered.  For tickets, visithttp://bayshorecenter.org/a-j-meerwald/buy-tickets/   At the end of the month a replica of the schooner “America”, the first winner of the “America’s Cup”, will be in Cape May.  Dockside tours and sailing trips are available on August 30th and 31st.  Click here for more information:http://www.waterwayguide.com/latest-news/event/6824/schooner-america-replica-to-visit-cape-may   And, finally, if you’re willing to take a ride on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry, you can visit the Kalmar Nyckel, a replica of the Colonial-era original.  She’ll be in Lewes, Delaware through September 5th.  Click here for info and tickets:  http://www.kalmarnyckel.org/

STONE HARBOR’S BACK BAY DREDGING contractor has proposed resuming the operation via mechanical dredging, as opposed to hydraulic dredging.  Last year’s hydraulic dredging was suspended after problems with the dewatering of dredge material at the 81st Street Municipal Marina parking lot.  Mechanical dredging—scooping up material with backhoe-like buckets—allows for dredged material to be dewatered more easily, utilizing Portland cement.  The cement will be mixed with dredge material before it is trucked off site.  A formal notice of the requested change of methods was recently posted on the US Army Corps of Engineer’s website.

“THE SECOND SUMMER” is almost upon us!  As Labor Day approaches you can sense the crowds thinning a bit, and cooler weather is around the corner.  The “Second Summer” also brings with it a lineup of great events and activities.  See below for a list!

WHY NOT MAKE AVALON & STONE HARBOR a permanent part of your life?  If you enjoyed your summer vacation here on the Island, consider purchasing a place of your very own, to use and enjoy any time you want!  Call me to discuss your needs and begin your search!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• Avalon’s Thursdays on Dune Concert featuring Steel:30, Veteran’s Plaza in Avalon, 7PM, Thursday, August 25
• Stone Harbor’s Sidewalk Sale, downtown shopping district, 9AM-7PM, Saturday, August 27
• 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, August 27 & 28
• Stone Harbor Farmer’s Market, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, August 28
• Stone Harbor’s Family Night featuring Cape May Library Story Telling and Puppet Show, Stone Harbor Fire House, 7PM, Monday, August 29
• Stone Harbor’s Tuesdays at the Tower featuring Soulshine, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 7PM, Tuesday, August 30
• Stone Harbor Family Movie Night on the Lawn featuring Cars 2, Stone Harbor Elementary School, 8PM, Wednesday, August 31
• IPad Workshop at the Avalon Public Library, register at 609-967-7155, 10AM-Noon, Saturday, September 3
• South Jersey Surfcasters Fishing Tournament, 30th Street Beach, 5-7AM registration, Saturday, September 10
• Avalon’s Chamber of Commerce End-of-Summer Shop Hop, Avalon Shopping District, Saturday & Sunday, September 10 & 11
• Stone Harbor Green Fair featuring information on solar energy, re-purposed materials, electric cars, clean energy, natural products, more, 94th Street Parking Lot, 11AM-2PM, Saturday, September 10
• Night Walk at the Cape May County Zoo, after hours tour of the zoo, 6:30-8:30PM, Saturday, September 10
• Stone Harbor’s 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, Freedom Park at 96th Street & Seng Place, 11AM-1PM, Sunday, September 11
• Cape May Lighthouse Full Moon Climb, call 609-884-5404 for info, Friday, September 16
• 21st Annual Nun’s Beach Surf Contest, 111th Street Beach, 7AM, Saturday, September 17
• Wetlands Institute Fall Migration Festival, guided viewing of migratory birds, demonstrations, live animal presentations, more, 9:30AM-4:30PM, Saturday & Sunday, September 17 & 18
• Stone Harbor’s Savor September 5th Annual Food, Wine & Beer Festival, 96th Street Shopping District, Noon-8PM, Saturday, September 24
• Avalon Performing Arts Council Cabaret Night featuring Billy Joel Tribute & Marino Dance Band, Avalon Community Hall, doors open at 6:30PM, show begins at 7:30PM, Saturday, September 24
   

New Listings:

35 Leonards Lane, Avalon Manor, $50,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171845

10007 First Avenue, Stone Harbor, $299,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171839

571 Avalon, Avalon Manor, $335,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171817

1471 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $659,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171828

80 N Inlet Drive, Avalon, $2,295,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171849

157 69th Street, Avalon, $4,499,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171812


Properties Sold: 

7929 Dune Drive, Avalon, $295,000, SOLD MLS#: 169198

700 First Avenue, Avalon, $490,000, SOLD MLS#: 170561

4017 Fourth Ave. Unit A, Avalon, $730,000, SOLD MLS#: 170683

205 54th Street, Avalon, $1,125,000, SOLD MLS#: 168960

26 E 25th Street, Avalon, $2,575,000, SOLD MLS#: 164438

Nancy M. Alexander Stone Harbor and Avalon NJ Real Estate

Avalon/Stone Harbor NJ Weekly Update, Upcoming Events May 12, 2016

CAPE MAY COUNTY TOURISM generated a record $6 billion in 2015, up 4% over 2014 according to an Atlantic City Press article. Favorable weather and low gas prices helped fuel tourism last year, which marked the sixth straight year of growth. Tourism in Cape May County supports over 25,000 jobs, more than half the total in Cape May County. Statewide, tourism generated $37 billion in GDP. Most expect 2016 to be another strong year. If Mother Nature cooperates and brings us more beautiful summer weather it should be a great season!

THE WORLD SERIES OF BIRDING arrives in Cape May County on Saturday, May 14th, for 24 hours of birding. Over 100 teams from around the world will participate to identify as many species as possible. A team from The Wetlands Institute will compete in the event. If you’d like to make a pledge or donation to the Wetland’s Institute team, please click here: http://wetlandsinstitute.org/conservation/world-series-of-birding/

 

A colorful sunset over Cape Island Creek, Cape May.

AFTER A $15 MILLION RENOVATION, the Golden Inn is expected to reopen in mid-June, according to a Philadelphia Business Journal report. Icona Resorts purchased the hotel at the end of last year and immediately began renovation work. Initially the resort was expected to reopen in July, but has started taking reservations for June 15th and after.

COMING SOON—TREE TO TREE ADVENTURE PARK!  Zip lines, nets, and Tarzan swings will soon challenge every age and ability at the Cape May County Zoo. The new adventure course is set to open this summer.  Stay tuned for more details!

RENTAL PROPERTIES—GET ‘EM READY!  The season is drawing near—make sure your rental property is ready for your first guests! Take some time to review all aspects of your rental property NOW to avoid problems later. Use the general checklist below as a starting point for your property:

- Rental license applied for & received
- Spring cleaning completed
- Water & outside shower turned on
- All utilities turned on
- Telephone & cable TV turned on and hooked up (plan ahead—Comcast no longer has an office in Avalon!)
- Internet/WiFi turned on and tested, and password provided to L&F to keep on file
- Landscaping, pest control, and weed control service set up
- Deck furniture placed outside
- Check all appliances for correct operation
- HVAC system serviced & ready
- Gas/charcoal grill set up & ready, and propane tank filled
- Pool opened & maintenance contract established
- Provide enough trash/recycling cans

If you need a recommendation for a contractor or other service provider, please call or email me—but don’t wait too long, as the approaching season means most are very busy.

UPCOMING EVENTS: (View/Print Events List) Spring/Summer 2016 Activities - Avalon and Stone Harbor NJ

Avalon Historical Society Annual Photo Contest, Monday, May 2-Tuesday, May 31

Cape May County Senior Jamboree, Avalon Community Hall, 10AM-2PM, Thursday, May 12

Avalon Garden Club Plant Sale, Avalon Community Hall, Noon-4PM on Friday, May 13 & 9AM-4PM on Saturday, May 14

Avalon Home & Land Owners Association Meeting, Police Chief William McCormack & Fire Chief Edward Dean will address Public Safety issues, Avalon Senior Center,10AM, Saturday, May 14

Stone Harbor Garden Club Community Yard Sale, 96th Street Parking Lot, 8AM-2PM, Saturday, May 14

IPhones Workshop, popular apps for reading books, magazines & news, register at 609-967-7155, Avalon Public Library, 10AM-Noon, Saturday, May 14

Cape May Traditional Jazz Society presents the Ben Mauger Vintage Jazz Band, proceeds benefit the Food Bank of Southern NJ, VFW Post #386, 419 Congress Street, Cape May, 2-4PM, Sunday, May 15

Stone Harbor Bulk Pick-up, items to curb up to 72 hours prior to pick-up on Monday, May 16

Spring Shorebird & Horseshoe Crab Festival, interactive activities for all ages, Wetlands Institute, 9:30AM-4:30PM, Saturday & Sunday, May 21 & 22

Wetlands Institute Native Plant Sale, plant & garden naturalists will be on hand to answer questions regarding the offered species, 9:30AM-4:30PM, Saturday & Sunday, May 21 & 22

Avalon Garden Club Fashion Show & Luncheon, Avalon Yacht Club, Noon, Wednesday, May 25

Stone Harbor Beach Opening Ceremony, 95th Street Beach, 9:30 AM, Friday, May 27

Cape Regional Auxiliary Antique Show, Avalon Community Hall, Preview Gala on Friday, May 27 at 6PM & antique show on Saturday, May 28

Annual Turtle Trot 5K Run & 2 Mile Fun Walk, 95th & First Avenue, 6:45AM registration, 8AM race start, 8:05AM walk start, Sunday, May 29

Stone Harbor Farmer’s Market, Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, May 29

Matthew Mullin Memorial Beach 5K Run & 1 Mile Fun Walk, all proceeds benefit Friends in Need organization, 30th Street & the Beach, 8:30AM, Sunday, May 29

Avalon Memorial Day Parade, starts at 32nd Street & Dune down Dune Drive to Veteran’s Plaza for a ceremony, parade starts at 9AM, ceremony to follow, Monday, May 30

Stone Harbor Memorial Day Parade, starts at bridge, down 96th Street to the Women’s Civic Club on the 96th Street beach for a service, parade starts at Noon, service to follow, Monday, May 30

American Legion Post #331 Open House, 117th Street & Second Avenue, 1-4PM, Monday, May 30

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

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

Featured Property:
Fifth house from the beach in Stone Harbor’s south end!

 100 105th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,595,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 169591

New Listings: 

47 Channel Road, Avalon Manor, $379,900, ACTIVE MLS#: 170134

15 99th Street, Stone Harbor, $459,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170123

328 81st Street, Stone Harbor, $639,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170073

1708 Ocean Drive, Unit 2, Avalon, $679,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170121

3446 Dune Drive, Avalon, $845,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170122

121 19th Street, Avalon, $1,300,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170080

6918 Dune Drive, Avalon, $2,095,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170034

431 24th Street, Avalon, $2,695,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170094

218 120th Street, Stone Harbor, $3,299,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170153

166 102nd Street, Stone Harbor, $3,895,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170141


Properties Sold:

695 22nd Street, Avalon, $475,000, SOLD MLS#: 168722

222 14th Street, Avalon, $1,175,000, SOLD MLS#: 168950

10006 Corinthian Drive, Stone Harbor, $1,200,000, SOLD MLS#: 160663

119 85th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,100,000, SOLD MLS#: 168800

249 76th Street, Avalon, $2,160,000, SOLD MLS#: 165654

45 W 15th Street, Avalon, $2,428,070, SOLD MLS#: 164181

36 W 33rd Street, Avalon, $3,995,000, SOLD MLS#: 165660

Nancy M. Alexander Stone Harbor and Avalon NJ Real Estate

Stone Harbor N.J. Real Estate Sales Update As Of December 14, 2015

Stone Harbor N.J. Real Estate Sales Update As Of December 14, 2015

　
 Curious about how the Stone Harbor housing market has performed over last few months? Below are statistics showing sales since June,2015.


Below is an overall look to sum up sales statistics as of December 14, 2015 according to Cape May County Multiple Listing Service.

There are now 79 single family homes for sale in Stone Harbor as of December 14, 2015

Average list price: $2,338,081


Average days on Market: 252

Under Contract... Even Though these homes are have not yet closed, homes under contract are an excellent indicator of value in this market. There are now 8 Single Family Stone Harbor Homes Now Under Contract with average list price of $


Average list price: $ 2,791,625



Average days on Market =122 days


44 Single Family homes in Stone Harbor have successfully SOLD since June 6, 2015


Average List price was $ 1,745,363



Average SOLD price was $ 1,631,176



Average days on market =269 days

72 Single family homes were Successfully SOLD in Stone Harbor since one year ago December 14, 2014


Average List price was $1,807,038


Average SOLD price was $1,675,225


Average days on market =252 days



Stone Harbor Condo/Townhouse now For Sale In Stone Harbor N.J.

There are now 52 Condo/townhouse properties FOR SALE in Stone Harbor with an Average list price of $576,882

Average Days On Market = 235 days

There are now 7 Condo/townhouses in Stone Harbor Now Under Contract.
Average List Price is $620,128

Average Days on Market = 290 days


18 Condos have SOLD in Stone Harbor since June 6, 2015

Average List Price $ 641,327

Average SOLD Price $ 612,333

Average days on market = 228 days


34 Stone Harbor Condos have SOLD in last year since December 14, 2014 with an average list price of $659,891and average SOLD price of $620,705 and with 274 average days on the market.


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. Have a question about a Stone Harbor or Avalon homes or want to talk about selling yours? You can reach me by e~mail me at Nancy@NancyMAlexander.com or Call me! I'm just a phone call away.
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