Avalon and Stone Harbor Weekly Update September 22, 2022

TAKE YOUR PICK from a great slate of weekend activities. This weekend alone, choose from a dance party by the beach, bikes & beers at Cape May Brewery, the huge Savor September Wine, Beer & Food Festival in Stone Harbor, a gardening presentation in Avalon, and classic cars & vintage train rides in Tuckahoe. See my Upcoming Events list below for more details!

MARKET STATS: The number of units sold during the month of August increased slightly over July, but was down from August 2021. The median sale price was down 3% to $2,152,500. For a detailed look at the market see the latest Long & Foster Market Minute report:

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REMINDER TO BEACH VISITORS: Beaches are unguarded at this time of year, and surf conditions or rip currents can make swimming at unguarded beaches extremely dangerous. Local officials urge those visiting the beach not to swim without lifeguards.

A COUPLE OF DAYS OF RAIN last week were not enough to end the drought we’ve been in since August, though it helped. Conservation of water is still urged, though, with more than half of Cape May County still in the “severe” drought category. From irrigation and lawn watering to showers and dishwashing, any water savings helps!

A MAJOR BEACH REPLENISHMENT project is expected during the off season, and equipment will once again be staged at the 28^th Street parking lot in Avalon, according to a recent Cape May County Herald article. The article reported that the bid process will begin at the end of October. Stay tuned for more details.

2023 VACATION RENTALS: We’re already booking 2023 rentals! Owners, get your rental rates and availability to me now, if you haven’t already. Tenants, let me know your preferred vacation dates and other requirements, so we can help find you the perfect vacation home!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Savor En Blanc beach dance party. Live music at the 95^th Street Beach parking lot. $150 per space for up to 10 people. Reservations can be made by calling 609-368-6101. Friday, September 23^rd.
Bikes & Beers Cape May. Starts and ends at Cape May Brewery. Saturday, September 24^th, 8am. Registration info is here: https://capemaybrewery.com/events/bikes-beers-cape-may
Savor September Wine, Beer & Food Festival. Live music & entertainment, local wine & beer, great food and fun for all. Downtown 96^th Street. Saturday, September 24^th, 12 noon.
Fall Container Gardening presentation, Avalon Free Public Library, Saturday, September 24^th, 2pm.
Tuckahoe Transportation Heritage Festival. Classic trains, classic cars, train rides, displays. Tuckahoe Train station, Railroad Avenue, Tuckahoe. $10 adults, $5 children. Saturday, September 24^th, 10am-4pm. https://www.seashorelines.org/Passenger/Tuckahoe
Oktoberfest: live entertainment, German-themed food, and beers from Avalon Brew Pub. Friday, September 30^th, 3pm-8pm. https://www.icona.com/avalon/specials-and-events/avalon-oktoberfest-2022
Avalon History Center Lecture: US Presidential Scandals and Tragedies. 39^th Street Tennis Building, Saturday, October 1^st, 1pm.
Atlantic City Restaurant Week. Lunch for $20.22, dinner for $40.22, at participating restaurants. October 2^nd through 7^th. For participating restaurants visit: https://www.atlanticcitynj.com/restaurant-week/
Avalon Wine & Spirits Festival. Over 200 high end wines, beers, spirits, hors d’oeuvres, and entertainment. For tickets, click here: https://givebutter.com/WineAndSpiritsFestival Avalon Community Hall, Friday October 7^th, 5:30pm to 8pm.
Avalon Arts & Seafood Festival. Featuring fresh, local seafood and live music, plus artisan craft and décor vendors, and livestreamed football games. Surfside Park, Saturday, October 8^th, 10am-5pm.
Stone Harbor Vintage and Classic Car Show, 96^th Street, Saturday, October 8^th, 10am-1pm.
Garden Club of Stone Harbor Fashion Show. At the Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, Sunday, October 9^th, 2022, 11am. Tickets are available at Stone Harbor Chamber of Commerce and participating stores.
American Red Cross Blood Drive, Stone Harbor Women’s Civic Club, 96^th Street & the beach, Wednesday, October 12^th, 12pm to 5pm. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule an appointment.
Murder Mystery Dinner Party: “Best Laid Plans.” The Reeds at Shelter Haven, includes 3-course plated dinner. https://www.reedsatshelterhaven.com/newsitems/murder-mystery-dinner-party/
Avalon Fall Dune Grass Planting. Volunteers should report outside Avalon Community Hall at 8:30am, Saturday, October 22^nd. Please RSVP to Chuck McDonnell (609-967-3066) or Sue Keen (609-967-5924) to sign up. Rain date, Sunday, October 23^rd.
Wizard’s Express, Tuckahoe Train Station, Friday-Sunday, October 28^th-30^th. https://www.seashorelines.org/Passenger/Wizards
Autumn Ice Cream Express, Tuckahoe Train Station, Saturday, November 12th, 1pm & 3pm. https://www.seashorelines.org/Passenger/Ice-Cream

New Listings:

404 21st St, Avalon, $1,859,999, ACTIVE MLS#: 222958

40 Inlet Drive, Avalon, $2,695,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 222952

26 W. 13th Street, Avalon, $3,249,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 222942

289 66th Street, East Unit, Avalon, $3,295,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 222949

121 32nd Street, Avalon, $4,995,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 222962

89 E. 27th Street, Avalon, $6,995,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 222900

138 76th Street, Avalon, $7,499,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 222928

Properties Under Contract:

266 21st Street, Avalon, $1,299,999, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 222437

274 51st Street, Avalon, $2,395,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 222380

207 120th Street, Stone Harbor, $3,695,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 222746

3788 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $3,795,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 222219

10616 Second Avenue, Stone Harbor, $4,700,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213804

8808 First Avenue, Stone Harbor, $11,995,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 221461

Properties Sold:

273 80th Street, Avalon, $1,150,000, SOLD MLS#: 221894

10009 Sunset Drive, Unit 5, Stone Harbor, $1,187,000, SOLD MLS#: 222228

2511 Dune Drive, Oceanside At Dune Condominium, Avalon, $2,000,000, SOLD MLS#: 221525

1969 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $2,100,000, SOLD MLS#: 221603

285 58th Street, Avalon, $2,600,000, SOLD MLS#: 221425

619 24th Street, West, Avalon, $3,100,000, SOLD MLS#: 221954

35 E. 17th Street, Avalon, $5,525,000, SOLD MLS#: 222082

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