An aerial view of Avalon shows the newly widened beach (right) compared to the narrow existing beach. See below for more. (Photo courtesy Borough of Avalon.)
BEACH REPLENISHMENT WORK is in full swing now, with crews pumping sand 24 hours a day.
IN AVALON: Sand is being added to the beach, and work has progressed southward of 13th Street as of Tuesday. Finished beaches are noticeably wider than before! The beach and access paths are closed in the immediate vicinity of the work, and then reopened as work progresses southward.
IN STONE HARBOR: Pipe will be placed on the beach in preparation for pumping operations in Stone Harbor, and temporary signage will be installed. Sand pumping operations will shift to Stone Harbor when work is completed in Avalon, anticipated sometime next month.
NBC10 in Philadelphia ran a story on the local beach fill project. Watch it here: https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/crews-working-to-fix-eroded-jersey-shore-beaches-as-memorial-day-approaches/3549328/
The dredge “Texas,” at work in Townsend’s Inlet, pumping sand for the Avalon/Stone Harbor beachfill.
THIRTY DAYS UNTIL MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND! The summer season will kick off soon—you can feel it on the island. There’s a “buzz” of activity as final preparations are made, properties are prepared, streets are being repaved, and landscapes and flower beds are bursting with new growth and bright colors. Boats are being readied for the water, lifeguard stands will soon line the beach, and local restaurants and merchants are ready to welcome you.
TENANTS—MAKE YOUR VACATION PLANS! There are still some great rental options available. Need a three-bedroom for a June getaway? How about a couple of weeks in September to relax? We’ve got rentals available—but don’t wait! Call or email me today!
RENTAL PROPERTY OWNERS—GET ‘EM READY! With the season drawing near it’s time to make sure your rental property is in top condition for your tenants. Post your fire inspection sticker; make sure your cable tv is on and working; log on to your wifi, post the username and password on the refrigerator and share it with me so we can keep it on file; make sure your outside shower is turned on; have your pool opened early and checked by your pool service to make sure it’s running properly before tenants arrive; have your HVAC company perform a preventive maintenance check on your air conditioning system; schedule your landscaper, weed control company, and pest control company; schedule a spring cleaning and provide your cleaning service with your rental schedule; make sure you have enough new trash receptacles (see the new requirements below) . Avoid issues and provide your paying guest with the best experience possible. Need a recommendation on a contractor or service provider? Call or email me.
ALL PROPERTY OWNERS—Be sure you understand the new requirements for trash and recycling carts, which go into effect in both Avalon and Stone Harbor next month. Most importantly, make sure you have enough new carts to handle trash and recycling material generated during periods of peak occupancy at your property. See the Trash Cart FAQs below:
- Avalon Trash Cart FAQ: https://avalonboro.net/avalon-2023-trash-and-recycling-program-frequently-asked-questions-are-here/
- Stone Harbor Trash Cart FAQ: http://stoneharbornj.org/details-of-new-trash-and-recycling-receptacles-required-by-may-1st-2023/
UPCOMING EVENTS:
- Spring Into Summer Stone Harbor Market. Boats, water sports, bikes, fishing info, backyard BBQ, local breweries, live music. Water Tower Plaza, Saturday, April 29th, 10am to 4pm.
- Southern NJ Coast Guard Ball, 75th Anniversary of Recruit Training in Cape May, US Coast Guard Training Center Cape May, April 29, 2023. Info and tickets here: https://coastguardcommunity.org/events/southern-new-jersey-coast-guard-ball/
- Avalon Bulk Trash Pick Up, place items curbside May 5th through May 14th. Pick up begins May 15th at 7am.
- Avalon Garden Club Plant and Bake Sale, Avalon Greenhouse, 39th Street between Dune Drive and Ocean Drive, Saturday, May 6th, 8am to 3pm.
- Stone Harbor Bulk Trash Pick Up, Monday, May 8th. Place items curbside up to 72 hours prior.
- Avalon Town Wide Yard Sale, sponsored by Avalon Garden Club. Saturday, May 13th, 8am to 3pm, rain or shine. Participant fee $10. Visit www.avalongardenclub.org for an application.
- Avalon Community Paper Shredding, Avalon Public Works, Saturday, May 13th, 9am to 2pm, or until the shredding truck is full.
- Garden Club of Stone Harbor Plant Sale, by Pre-Order only, pickup orders at Stone Harbor Public Works Garage, Saturday, May 13th, 9am to 4pm. Order info here: https://gardenclubofstoneharbor.org/plant-sale/
- Avalon Cops ‘n Coffee, in front of Avalon Police Department, Saturday, May 13th, 10am.
- Shorebird and Horseshoe Crab Celebration Days, The Wetlands Institute, Saturday, May 13th to Sunday, May 21st. https://wetlandsinstitute.org/
- Garden Club of Stone Harbor Community Yard Sale, 9401 Second Avenue, Saturday, May 20th, 8am-2pm. $20 for a 16×16 space (provide your own table). Call 609-368-0683 to reserve a space.
- “Boardwalks: A Uniquely American Invention,” Avalon History Center lecture, Saturday, May 20th, 3pm.
- Stone Harbor Beach Opening Ceremony and Color Run, Saturday, May 27th, 9am.
- Turtle Trot 5K & Fun Walk, benefits The Terrapin Conservation Program at The Wetlands Institute. Sunday, May 28th, 8am-9am. Sign up at RaceRoster.com.
- Avalon Garden Club 39th Annual Flower Show, Avalon Community Hall, Saturday, June 10th, 10am to 3pm. Design & horticultural exhibits, raffle baskets, free admission. www.avalongardenclub.org
Weekly Events:
- Tuesdays at the Tower, summer concert series, beginning July 11th.
- Thursdays at Surfside, weekly concerts at Surfside Park, Avalon, Thursdays, 7pm, beginning June 29th.
New Listings:
2713 Dune Drive, Avalon, $749,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 231049
2709 Dune Drive, Avalon, $1,499,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 231048
211 26th Street, 211, Avalon, $2,899,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 231007
213 26th Street, 213, Avalon, $2,899,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 231008
151 32nd Street, Avalon, $3,350,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 231060
10408 3rd Avenue, Stone Harbor, $3,595,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 231015
9903 Second Avenue, Stone Harbor, $3,995,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 231051
141 95th Street, Stone Harbor, $4,295,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 231016
455 20th Street, Avalon, $4,999,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230999
10823 1st Avenue, Stone Harbor, $6,275,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230993
Properties Under Contract:
284 13th Street, #6, Avalon, $1,185,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230538
9114 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Stone Harbor, $1,549,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 223668
245 109th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,249,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230738
627 24th Street, 0, Avalon, $4,099,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 223683
4308 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $8,999,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 223337
Properties Sold:
570 21st Street, 1st Floor, Avalon, $1,075,000, SOLD MLS#: 230375
10605 First Avenue, Stone Harbor, $3,700,000, SOLD MLS#: 222673
74 W 30th Street, Avalon, $4,600,000, SOLD MLS#: 230017
