COOL BREEZES overtook the island earlier this week, bringing cool, dry air, and even a bit of chill during the overnight hours. The cooler temperatures and low humidity are expected to last into the weekend. Planning a beach walk? Bring your sunglasses…and a sweatshirt!
MARKET STATS: The median sale price increased to $2,850,000 during July 2024 versus a year ago, as did the number of properties sold. For a detailed look at the market see the latest Long & Foster Market Minute report here: https://marketminute.longandfoster.com/Market-Minute/NJ/Avalon-Stone-Harbor.htm
OVER THREE HUNDRED BOATS are competing in the annual MidAtlantic fishing tournament this week, vying for their share of more than $5.7 million in prize money. Boats from all over the east coast converged on Cape May (and also Ocean City, MD) to fish against each other in the tournament. Numerous prizes will be awarded daily, and for overall winners in categories such as heaviest tuna, white marlin, blue marlin, dolphin (mahi mahi), wahoo, plus those accumulating the most points. Official weigh ins are held nightly; they are closed to the public, but they are livestreamed here: https://themidatlantic.com/
GOTTA DO IT! WATERFRONT DINING! There’s nothing like a good meal overlooking the water! From fine dining to casual family fare to drinks & apps…here are my suggestions:
- LaFinestra (Sea Isle City). Fine Italian dining overlooking the ocean from the second & third level.
- Carmen’s (Sea Isle City). Excellent seafood by the bay served on picnic tables in a family friendly setting. Watch the boats come and go as you dine.
- Borghi’s By the Bay (Stone Harbor). Seafood and Italian outdoors, with a bay view across the street.
- Water Star Grille at The Reeds at Shelter Haven (Stone Harbor). Breakfast, lunch, or dinner bayside, overlooking Shelter Haven Basin.
- Stone Harbor Pizza Pub (Stone Harbor). Have a slice, have a brew, catch a sunset over the bay!
- The Lazy Bass (North Wildwood). Drinks by the bay, plus food truck menus that change daily, all overlooking the IntraCoastal Waterway.
- The Surfing Pig (North Wildwood). BBQ to burgers to beers, overlooking the water.
- The Wharf (Wildwood). Seafood, drinks, live music, and sunset views over the water.
- The Crab House at Two Mile Landing (Wildwood Crest). Two restaurants in one captivating location. The Crab House is a casual restaurant with outdoor seating, a great bar menu, and a long list of drinks and drafts. Two Mile Landing is a bit fancier; both offer views of the marina, boats, and sunset.
THERE’S LOTS OF SUMMER LEFT! Need to squeeze in a shore vacation? We’ve got great rental options! Want to make it permanent? Let’s talk about purchasing your own shore property, so you can enjoy the shore year round!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
- Taking Action for our Marshes presentation. The Wetlands Institute, Thursday, August 22nd, 5:30pm.
- Thursdays at Surfside: Yellow Brick Road (A Tribute to Elton John), Surfside Park, Thursday, August 22nd, 7pm.
- Beach Movie: Mama Mia. 30th Street beach, Friday, August 23rd, 8:30pm.
- Stone Harbor Merchant’s Day Sidewalk Sale. Saturday, August 24th, 9am to 7pm.
- Wildwoods Restaurant Week. August 25th to 29th, the Wildwoods.
- Bestselling Author Dr. Doug Tallamy discusses ecological landscaping, biodiversity, invasive species, and more. Avalon Community Hall, Monday, August 26th, 7pm.
- Tuesdays at the Tower: The Seabillys. Stone Harbor Water Tower Parking Lot, Tuesday, August 27th, 7pm.
- Thursdays at Surfside: Southern Steel (Classic Skynyrd Live). Surfside Park, Thursday, August 29th, 7pm.
- End-of-Summer Shop Hop, Avalon business district, Friday, September 6th through Sunday, September 8th.
- Sail aboard the schooner AJ Meerwald. Public sails from the Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal, through September 12th. For tickets and info visit https://www.bayshorecenter.org/our-ship/
- Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day. CMCMUA Sanitary Landfill, 2050 Route 610, Woodbine, NJ. Saturday, September 14th, 8am to 11am. For more info visit: https://avalonboro.net/cape-may-county-municipal-utilities-authority-household-hazardous-waste-collection-day-sept-14th/
- Bulk Trash Collection, Stone Harbor, Monday, September 16th and Monday, October 21st. Place items curbside up to 72 hours prior. (Construction debris, hazardous wast, carpeting, brush & yard debris, and concrete, bricks, & cinderblocks will not be collected.)
- Stone Harbor Savor September Weekend. September 20th-21st.
- Every Sunday: Stone Harbor Farmer’s Market, 8am to 12:30pm, Water Tower Lot.
- Every Monday-Saturday: Scavenger Hunt for children 2-12 at the Stone Harbor Museum. Every day that the Museum is open, Monday-Saturday, 9am-12pm. Sponsored by Mack’s Pizza of Stone Harbor.
- Every Tuesday: Tuesdays at the Tower. Summer concert series. Last concert is Tuesday, August 27th.
- Every Thursday: Lego Thursdays. Avalon Free Public Library, 10am. Ends August 29th.
- Every Thursday: Thursdays at Surfside concert at 7pm. Last show Thursday, September 5th.
- Every Friday: Friday Nights at Surfside Park. Balloon art, face painting, tattoos, trivia, dancing, character shows, picture lines, games, and prizes. 6:30pm. Last event is Friday, August 23rd.
8001 2nd Avenue, 209, Stone Harbor, $679,900, ACTIVE MLS#: 242389
696 21st Street, South, Avalon, $1,495,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 242396
259 24th Street, West, Avalon, $1,899,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 242435
121 15th Street, Avalon, $2,050,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 242382
389 95th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,650,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 242412
2118 First Avenue, Avalon, $4,199,999, ACTIVE MLS#: 242381
5961 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $4,495,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 242411
9 E 11th Street, Avalon, $4,750,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 242387
11901 2nd Avenue, Stone Harbor, $4,950,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 242430
10017 Corinthian Drive, Stone Harbor, $5,695,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 242406
76 W 18th, Avalon, $5,950,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 242422
10 92nd Street, 1, Stone Harbor, $6,000,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 242407
10 92nd Street, 1, Stone Harbor, $6,000,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 242390
Under Contract:
7929 Dune Drive, 209, Avalon, $585,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 240476
10009 Sunset Drive, 5, Stone Harbor, $1,399,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 240512
2160 Dune Drive, 2160, Avalon, $1,649,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 240084
302 79th Street, 302, Avalon, $1,999,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 242166
215 60th Street, Avalon, $3,195,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 242323
