A beautiful view of the Avalon Fishing Pier on a sunny but cool November day.
A MORTGAGE RATE DIP is a welcome change after many months of rising interest rates. Meanwhile NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun recently reported that home values continued to rise in 80% of markets nationwide during the third quarter. If you’ve been thinking about a purchase, take advantage of the mortgage rate dip—call or email me today!
2024 RENTALS are already booking! If you’d like to secure your 2024 vacation, let me know your preferred dates and other requirements so we can begin looking for the perfect rental property. Rental property owners: we need your rates, if you haven’t provided them already!
LAST CHANCE TO WINTERIZE! If you haven’t had your outdoor water systems winterized, it’s time to do so. Although we’ve not had a hard frost on the island yet, nighttime temperatures could reach the mid-30s over the weekend. Call your plumber, landscaper, or contractor now. Don’t know who to call? I’m happy to provide recommendations if you need them.
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND brings a host of holiday-themed activities, from tree lightings to music to Santa. The business districts in both Avalon and Stone Harbor will be decorated and buzzing with the holiday spirit. Avalon’s Festive Friday & Snowfest Saturday bring an array of things for children and families to enjoy, as does Stone Harbor’s “A Christmas Story” theme. The fun begins with Avalon’s Turkey Trot Friday morning, and concludes with Stone Harbor’s Christmas Parade Saturday night. See below for more details!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
- Thanksgiving Weekend! Avalon’s Festive Friday and Snowfest Saturday, and Stone Harbor’s “A Christmas Story” are on the calendar for Thanksgiving Weekend!
- Turkey Trot 5K Run/1.5 Mile Walk, 30th & Avalon Avenue, Friday, November 25th. 5K Run starts at 10am, 1.5 Mile Walk starts at 10:05am. Registration & Bib Pickup, 8am-9:30am, 30th & Avalon Avenue ($35), or sign up online: https://runsignup.com/dillerhometurkeytrot
- FESTIVE FRIDAY (Avalon):
- 10am: Story Time with Mrs. Clause. Avalon Free Public Library.
- 11am-4pm: Dozens of activities along Dune Drive, including glitter tattoos, character photos, face painting, music, refreshments & treats, balloons, & more.
- 5pm: Santa and Mayor McCorristin arrive at Veteran’s Plaza.
- 5pm: Tree Lighting at Veteran’s Plaza
- 6:30pm: Christmas Movie on the 30th Street Beach: “The Polar Express.”
- SNOWFEST SATURDAY (Avalon):
- 11am-4pm: Dozens of activities along Dune Drive, including Candyland Bounce House; Polar Bear Bungee Trampoline; Jack Frost’s Mini Tea Cups; Milestone Mania; Polar Extreme Obstacle Course; 24’ “Mount Avalon” Rock Wall; Candy Cane Kiddie Swings; Family Photos with Santa in his Sleigh at 21st & Dune Drive; Holiday Hits by The Corner Boys & Co. at 26th-27th & Dune Drive; Live Ice Sculpting at 21st & Dune Drive; Cozy Stations at 26th-27th & Dune Drive
- Avalon Volunteer Fire Department 110th Anniversary. Dedication of Fire House, Open House, Building & Truck Tours. Ribbon Cutting at 10am, Saturday, November 25th.
- A CHRISTMAS STORY (Stone Harbor): Friday & Saturday, downtown Stone Harbor. Includes Holiday Market & Carousel; Scavenger Hunt; Winter Wonderland Festival of Trees; Stone Harbor Museum Open House; Tree Lighting; Hospitality Night; Downtown Holiday Dash; Christmas Parade.
- Island Holiday Hospitality Night (Stone Harbor). Shop for the holidays & enjoy complimentary sips & bites. Friday, November 24th, 6pm to 9pm.
- Stone Harbor Christmas Parade. Third Avenue to 96th Street, to Second Avenue. Saturday, November 25th, 6:30pm.
- The Santa Express! Take a ride aboard vintage rail equipment—with a special visit from Santa! Three dozen scheduled trains depart from Tuckahoe Station and Richland Station beginning Saturday, November 25th. Visit https://the-santa-express.com/ for train schedules and tickets.
New Listings:
7800 Dune Drive, 231, Avalon, $475,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 233059
224 96th Street, Stone Harbor, $930,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 233074
243 80th Street, Avalon, $1,295,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 233088
216 25th Street, 216, Avalon, $2,795,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 233081
893 21st Street, 893, Avalon, $3,295,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 233016
75 W 28th Street, Avalon, $3,400,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 233094
176 16th Street, Avalon, $4,495,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 233053
Properties Under Contract:
2148 Ocean Drive, 2148, Avalon, $3,595,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 231778
163 83rd Street, Stone Harbor, $4,895,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 232693
93 E 19th Street, Avalon, $8,995,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 232847
Properties Sold:
144 105th Street, Stone Harbor, $7,123,000, SOLD MLS#: 222785
