September beach days are the best!

MARKET STATS:  35 new listings hit the market last month, and 36 listings went under contract.  The increase in new listings that we’ve seen over the past couple of months hasn’t quite matched demand, and the overall number of active listings has continued to decline.  For a detailed look at the market see the latest Long & Foster Market Minute report.

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“BEACH SET UP GUY” WILL BE BACK for 2022!  During the 2021 season the Beach Set Up Guy provided beach goers with daily set up services in Avalon and Stone Harbor, carting chairs, umbrellas, and boogie boards to the beach each morning, then packing them up and taking them home in the afternoon.  His popular service ended in August, but “BSUG” reported that he’ll be back for the 2022 season with full time employees and may expand to an additional shore town.  Curious about using his services next season?  Visit him at https://www.beachsetupguy.com/

THE 96TH STREET BRIDGE will close to automotive traffic Monday through Thursday evenings 8pm to 6am, through September 30th, for structural repairs to its movable drawbridge span.  Traffic will flow freely during daytime hours, and no closures will occur Fridays or Saturdays.  During closures, use the Great Channel Bridge (to North Wildwood), Avalon Boulevard, or the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge (to Sea Isle City) for access on and off the island.

MEET REGIS, A NEW ADDITION at the Cape May County Zoo!  According to the zoo he’s a 6-pound, 7-month-old red kangaroo who needed a home.  Regis spends much of his time in a pouch, and gets supervised visits outside.  The Cape May County Zoo is a wonderful local resource.  It’s open seven days a week, features an incredible variety of animals, and admission is free (but donations are greatly appreciated!)

FALL PROJECT LISTS are a shore tradition, after a busy summer season of rentals or vacation usage.  From carpet cleaning to repainting, to repairs and upgrades, NOW is the time to plan those offseason projects to make sure your shore home is ready for the 2022 season.  With the frenetic pace of summer behind us, many contractors now have more time to meet with clients, provide estimates, and plan projects.  Don’t wait–make your wish list, then make some calls!  Need a referral for a contractor or other service provider?  Call me!

EVENTS THIS WEEKEND include everything from trains, fire trucks, and classic cars to beer & wine, and Irish music.  Here’s a brief rundown of what’s happening in the area this weekend:

• Savor September, Stone Harbor:  Beginning at noon on Saturday and running until 8pm, Savor September features four bands, several local wineries and breweries, artisan foods, crafts, and a corn hole tournament!
• Irish Fall Festival, North Wildwood: Friday & Saturday, 8am to 7pm daily, hang out along Olde New Jersey Avenue and surrounding pubs for Irish music all day, plus food & drink!
• Classic Car Show, Pacific Avenue in Wildwood:  The Fall Boardwalk Classic moves to Pacific Avenue (this year only), with cars on display Friday and Saturday from 9am to 3:30pm.  Also, at the Wildwood Convention Center Exhibit Hall the Big Show Invitational will featured a hand-picked selection of high-end specialty cars, vehicles for sale, and vendors.
• Tuckahoe Transportation Heritage Festival, Railroad Avenue, Tuckahoe:  Live music, vintage trains (both on display and available for rides), a G guage garden railroad, are all centered around the Cape May Seashore Lines Station in Tuckahoe, from 11am to 4pm.
• Antique Fire Truck Show, Wildwood: Sunday, September 26th, 10am to 2pm.  Head to Byrne Plaza at 3501 Pacific Avenue to view an array of antique fire trucks on display.

Coming in two weeks: Avalon’s Seafood Festival! Details to follow!

New Listings:

7888 Dune Drive, 218, Avalon, $695,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213468

1 Leonards Lane, Avalon Manor, $999,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213447

346 41st Street, West, Avalon, $1,789,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213452

243 87th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,195,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213464

211 120th Street, Stone Harbor, $3,195,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213485

3449 First Avenue, Avalon, $3,495,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213487

26 E. 25th Street, Avalon, $4,295,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213501

11 Heron Drive, Avalon, $6,795,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213470

Properties Under Contract:

250 105th Street, West, Stone Harbor, $919,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213272

440 21st Street, Rear, Avalon, $999,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213410

402 21st Street, North, Avalon, $1,499,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213375

167 34th Street, Avalon, $2,500,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212709

8 103rd Street, East, Stone Harbor, $2,795,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213268

789 Dune Drive, Avalon, $2,795,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213355

304 75th Street, Avalon, $2,800,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213412

Properties Sold:

7800 Dune Drive, 227, Avalon, $285,000, SOLD MLS#: 202957

2422 Fourth Avenue, West Unit, Avalon, $1,945,000, SOLD MLS#: 212174

279 54th Street, Avalon, $1,950,000, SOLD MLS#: 211617

4010 Dune Drive, Avalon, $2,300,000, SOLD MLS#: 204047

227 107th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,400,000, SOLD MLS#: 212188

9031 Second Avenue, Stone Harbor, $3,353,000, SOLD MLS#: 211902

589 Sunrise Drive, Avalon, $4,050,000, SOLD MLS#: 212421

75 E. 12th Street, Avalon, $4,995,000, SOLD MLS#: 212130

198 73rd Street, Avalon, $5,585,000, SOLD MLS#: 202568

Exciting news! Long & Foster Real Estate will soon be moving into a brand-new building to be constructed at our familiar Avalon location!

EXCITING NEWS FOR LONG & FOSTER AVALON!  We’re delighted to announce that we’ll soon be moving into a brand-new building at our familiar Avalon location!  In just a few weeks our iconic office building will be razed to make way for a beautiful new structure.  Long & Foster will occupy the prime first-floor office space in the new building.  Our sale and rental business will continue to operate full time during construction, with our administrative operations moving temporarily to 2743 Dune Drive.  Contact me via phone or email anytime!

AVALON’S DUNES WILL BE FERTILIZED during the week of October 25th-29th.  Once again, aerial fertilization will be utilized, and an aircraft will “buzz” the dunes while dropping non-toxic fertilizer pellets.  The process will begin at approximately 7am one day that week depending upon weather conditions, and will take approximately 2 to 2.5 hours.

STONE HARBOR BIRD SANCTUARY will close temporarily for a wetlands restoration project, beginning September 20th.  The Borough has contracted with wetlands restoration experts who will apply herbicide to non-native, invasive plants that have crowded native vegetation.  Some hand cutting and removal may follow the treatment.  The project is expected to last five days.  Signage will be posted at the entrances to all four bird sanctuary trails.

EVEN THOUGH IT PASSED SEVERAL HUNDRED MILES OFFSHORE, Hurricane Larry sent large ocean swells toward the east coast.  Blue skies, puffy white clouds, and an offshore breeze seemed almost at odds with the big incoming swells.  Surfers rejoiced while most others stayed out of the ocean Friday and Saturday.  Large swells also made for difficult conditions in inlets, including Townsend’s Inlet, shown below.

Avalon’s 8th Street Jetty provided protection as well as a great vantage point from which to watch large ocean swells roll toward the beach last Friday.

Incoming ocean swells were stopped by Avalon’s north end seawall adjacent to Townsend’s Inlet.

SYLVESTER’S FISH MARKET & RESTAURANT served its last seafood dinner September 11th, after more than 40 years in business.  The long-time favorite opened in 1978, and served fresh local seafood each summer on their trademark open-air picnic tables. Many Avalon old-timers remember when the location was known as Shutes, which first opened 77 years ago.

THE REEDS AT SHELTER HAVEN topped Travel & Leisure Magazine’s recent list of the Top Ten Resort Hotels in the Mid-Atlantic, based on voting by travelers, citing its location, quality, and the Salt Spa.  Number 2 on the list was Cape May’s Congress Hall.  Congratulations to The Reeds and Congress Hall!

OVER 200 PROPERTIES HAVE SOLD locally through September 1st–and over 100 more are scheduled to close this fall.  Three hundred buyer families have made their shore dreams come true, while three hundred seller families have achieved their real estate objectives and begun the next chapter of their lives.  What’s next for you?  Whether you’re ready to buy or sell, or simply need to consult with an expert on the local market to help evaluate your next move, call or email me today!
New Listings:

9303 Third Avenue, Apt 1, Stone Harbor, $689,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213357

224 96th Street, Stone Harbor, $775,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213343

440 21st Street, Rear, Avalon, $999,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213410

402 21st Street, North, Avalon, $1,499,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213375

4541 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $2,250,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213407

304 75th Street, Avalon, $2,800,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213412

Properties Under Contract:

351 96th Street, Unit 209, Stone Harbor, $699,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213376

15 Stone Court, Stone Harbor, $879,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213153

286 16th Street, 2, Avalon, $949,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213099

333 40th Street, Avalon, $1,450,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212999

214 29th Street, Avalon, $1,450,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213310

343 87th Street, S, Stone Harbor, $1,500,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213289

481 7th Street, Avalon, $2,495,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213227

2188 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $3,500,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212000

75 24th E. Street, Avalon, $3,950,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213283

6128 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $3,995,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212694

15 105th Street, Stone Harbor, $5,895,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213102

7708 Sunset Drive, Avalon, $6,295,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213263

4816 5th Avenue, Avalon, $11,500,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 203828

Properties Sold:

171 25th Street, Avalon, $2,195,000, SOLD MLS#: 212117

4169 Dune Drive, Avalon, $2,600,000, SOLD MLS#: 203515

10010 Sunset Drive, Stone Harbor, $3,195,000, SOLD MLS#: 212243

4128 Bayberry Road, Avalon, $3,300,000, SOLD MLS#: 203514

35 E. 17th Street, Avalon, $4,495,000, SOLD MLS#: 212993

11 Heron Drive, Avalon, $5,250,000, SOLD MLS#: 211293

111 119th Street, Stone Harbor, $7,276,000, SOLD MLS#: 211358

The remnants of Tropical Storm Ida passed through our area last week, bringing wind and rain.  A day after the storm cleared out the flag that flies over the bay behind Stone Harbor was replaced.  Here the brand-new flag waves in a breeze just before Labor Day Weekend began.

CAPE MAY COUNTY TOURISM was up by 25.8% during the first half of 2021 compared to the first half of 2019 as measured by occupancy tax collections, according to a recent Atlantic City Press article.  The boost in tourism is a welcome change over 2020, in which tax receipts show tourism was down by 21%.  Pent up demand and a desire to return to normalcy are credited with boosting tourism for 2021.

LABOR DAY WEEKEND brought good crowds and mostly good weather to the island.  Cool and dry weather at the start of the weekend was briefly interrupted by rain showers and some wind, but sunshine and pleasant breezes returned to finish off the weekend.  Beaches were busy until late Monday, and most restaurants and merchants reported a strong weekend.

MORE TO COME!  Even though Labor Day has passed, and schools are back in session, there is plenty of fun to be had.  Here are a few great examples:

AVALON’S END-OF-SUMMER SHOP HOP is set for September 10th, 11th, and 12th.   More than two dozen participating shops throughout Avalon offer sales and promotions on clothing, shoes, home decor, and more!

SAVOR SEPTEMBER returns Saturday, September 25th in Stone Harbor, the tenth anniversary of the event.  Centered around 96th Street, the wine, beer, and food festival combines tasting with shopping and dining, along with great music!  A $20 tasting package includes a wine glass.

AVALON’S SEAFOOD FESTIVAL is a perennial favorite, and returns October 9th and 10th, from 10am to 5pm.  Enjoy fresh seafood from local vendors, live music, crafts, and live-streamed football games.

DO YOU DISCARD your decorative tropical plants at the end of the season?  If so, consider donating them to the Cape May County Zoo instead.  According to the Zoo they can use non-toxic indoor plants like most palms, Ficus, spider plants, corn plants, (Dracaena), hibiscus, and Boston ferns.  The plants are used in indoor monkey dens and World of Birds displays.  Please send a message to the Cape May County Zoo via cmczaazk@gmail.com to make sure they can use your plants before dropping them off.

Nico the marmoset enjoys a plant donated to the Cape May County Zoo!

New Listings:

250 105th Street, West, Stone Harbor, $919,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213272

343 87th Street, S, Stone Harbor, $1,500,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213289

8823 Second Avenue, Stone Harbor, $2,600,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213273

8 103rd Street, East, Stone Harbor, $2,795,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213268

311 42nd Street, Avalon, $3,100,013, ACTIVE MLS#: 213229

75 E. 24th Street, Avalon, $3,950,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213283

7708 Sunset Drive, Avalon, $6,295,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213263

Properties Under Contract:

2307 Dune Drive, Avalon, $599,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212689

7830 Ocean Drive, North, Avalon, $1,745,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213174

198 66th Street, Avalon, $3,950,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 210968

50 E. 10th Street, Avalon, $5,250,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212393

Properties Sold:

2326 Dune Drive, 2326, Avalon, $1,120,000, SOLD MLS#: 211265

Cloudy skies and a high tide made for dramatic reflections in our back bay waters last week.  Scott Zimmerman captured this great shot behind Seven Mile Island.  Thanks Scott!

OVER 50 LIFEGUARDS from across the state came to Cape May last Friday to guard the beaches, so Cape May lifeguards could attend the funeral of 16-year old lifeguard Norman Inferrera, who died during an on-duty accident.  Inferrera was seriously injured when a rogue wave broke and capsized his boat, and later succumbed to his injuries.  The Cape May Beach Patrol later reached out to more than 20 beach patrols for assistance covering the beaches during Inferrera’s funeral and were overwhelmed with rapid responses from Cape May Point to North Jersey.  According to a recent Atlantic City Press article, Avalon Beach Patrol Lieutenant Erich Wolf was among those who volunteered at Cape May, and even manned Inferrera’s lifeguard stand.

Lifeguards from across New Jersey guarded Cape May’s beaches last Friday, so Cape May Lifeguards could attend the funeral of one of their own.  Photo by Richard Demers/Facebook.

THE GREATEST THING ABOUT EVERY SINGLE JERSEY SHORE TOWN!  That was the title of a recent NJ.com article which listed highlights from towns up and down the coast.  Curious what the article listed?  Here are a few of them:

• Avalon: Avalon Freeze
• Stone Harbor: Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary
• Sea Isle City: Fish Alley
• Middle Township: Cape May County Park & Zoo
• Cape May: Victorian homes
• Wildwood: the Tram Car

9/11 CEREMONIES will be held in Avalon and Stone Harbor, commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the event.  Avalon’s ceremony will take place September 11th at 9am at the memorial at 21st Street and Dune Drive.  Former Congressman Frank Lobiondo will be the guest speaker, and Miss New Jersey, Alyssa Sullivan, will sing the National Anthem.  Stone Harbor will host a 9/11 Memorial Run at 8:46am on September 11th (the time the first tower was struck).  Registration will close at 8:30am to ensure all runners are ready.  Sign up information can be found here: https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/StoneHarbor/StoneHarborAvalon911Memorial5K  After the run the fire department will host a memorial ceremony at Freedom Park at 10:30am.

MOSTLY SUNNY, HIGHS IN THE 70S: That’s the forecast for the three-day holiday weekend!  After the remnants of Ida finish dropping rain this week, skies are expected to clear up.  Hopefully the forecast will hold so we can all squeeze in some extra beach days and family barbeques!

IT’S NOT OVER!  Although Labor Day Weekend traditionally marks the end of summer and the return to the school year, those lucky enough to be able to stay on the island during September and October call it the “Second Summer.”  Warm days, cool nights, and smaller crowds are among the highlights to be enjoyed!

 

New Listings:

7830 Ocean Drive, North, Avalon, $1,745,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213174

Properties Under Contract:

7888 Dune Drive, 230, Avalon, $386,500, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212722

328 81st Street, 7, Stone Harbor, $979,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213115

376 95th Street, #2 Rear, Stone Harbor, $1,350,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212696

10 Seabreeze Lane, Avalon Manor, $1,390,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212705

100 96th Street, Beach Club, Stone Harbor, $1,475,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213167

263 82nd Street, Stone Harbor, $2,000,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213076

148 19th Street, Avalon, $2,199,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213098

393 24th Street, Avalon, $3,445,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213189

Properties Sold:

177 80th Street, 305, Avalon, $853,000, SOLD MLS#: 212445

7888 Dune Drive, Avalon, $1,325,000, SOLD MLS#: 185665

185 30th Street, Avalon, $2,400,000, SOLD MLS#: 212572

7789 Dune Drive, Avalon, $2,550,000, SOLD MLS#: 212303

618 22nd Street, West, Avalon, $2,950,000, SOLD MLS#: 212476

888 First Avenue, Avalon, $3,670,000, SOLD MLS#: 211913

15-year-old Braeden Kelly took this beautiful photo of an almost-full moon over the 84th Street beach on the evening of August 20th.  Great shot, Braeden!

MARKET STATS: The median sale price inched up to $1,453,000 in July, up from $1,312,500 from last year.  While the number of July sales exceeded those in June, both months were down slightly compared to last year, held back by low inventory levels.  In the past month or two, the number of active listings has ticked up slightly, after a long decline.  For a detailed look at the market see the latest Long & Foster Market Minute below.

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AVALON RESCUE SQUAD will host the JeffSTAT 4 helicopter on Monday, August 30th at 5pm, which will be available for public viewing at the Avalon Elementary School.  JeffSTAT 4 is one of four helicopters available to transport critically ill or injured patients in South Jersey or Pennsylvania and is stationed at Woodbine Airport.  With a typical airspeed of 120 knots (138mph), it can be in Avalon four minutes after takeoff, or in Cape May in eight minutes.  JeffSTAT 4 is making the visit to Avalon at the request of the Avalon Rescue Squad.

A MILLION DOLLAR FISH!  Actually, the heaviest blue marlin caught in this year’s MidAtlantic Tournament was worth more–$1,167,762 to be precise.  The 1,135-pound blue marlin was caught aboard the 63′ “Billfisher” on the fifth and final day of this year’s tournament, beating a 958-pound blue marlin that had been caught earlier in the week.  The heaviest white marlin weighed 82-pounds, winning the crew of “Sea Wolf” $1,001,335 in prize money.  More than 200 boats from all over the east coast competed in this year’s MidAtlantic, celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the event, which is hosted in both Cape May, NJ and Ocean City, MD.

AIRFEST 2021 takes place over Labor Day Weekend, September 3rd-6th, at the Naval Air Station Wildwood Museum at Cape May Airport.  The event runs 10am to 4pm each day and includes aircraft fly-ins, static aircraft displays, a US Army UH-60 Lifesaving demo, classic car displays, food, and a beer garden.  Regular admission for adults is $14, and children are $10.  Click here for more info: https://usnasw.org/events-2/

PLAN AHEAD–DUNE GRASS PLANTING: Pencil in a few hours the morning of Saturday, October 23rd to plant dune grass in Avalon along with other volunteers.  After a brief instructional meeting at 8:30am at Community Hall, volunteers will plant sprigs of dune grass using provided tools.  A light lunch will follow.  Dune grass is essential to a healthy dune system, as its roots help stabilize the sand, providing storm protection to the island.   Save the date and watch for an update as we get closer to the event!

PERHAPS THE BEST PART OF OWNING A SHORE HOME is not having to go home at the end of the summer!  If you love Avalon & Stone Harbor, why not make it permanent?  Whether you want a small condo for getaways or a huge beachfront mansion, we’ve got something for you!  Call or email me today!

 

New Listings:

286 16th Street, 2, Avalon, $949,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213099

328 81st Street, 7, Stone Harbor, $979,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213115

10009 Sunset Drive, 3, Stone Harbor, $1,150,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213114

4109 4th Avenue, B, Avalon, $1,399,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213085

388 39th Street, West, Avalon, $1,795,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213045

263 82nd Street, Stone Harbor, $2,000,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213076

148 19th Street, Avalon, $2,199,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213098

274 106th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,595,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213082

55 30th Street, Avalon, $4,895,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213027

15 105th Street, Stone Harbor, $5,895,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213102

412 42nd Street, Avalon, $6,795,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213122

Properties Under Contract:

189 11th Street, Avalon, $1,695,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213040

250 24th Street, West, Avalon, $1,745,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212582

3546 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $2,275,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213001

7463 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $2,395,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213074

261 47th Street, Avalon, $2,498,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 211519

387 83rd Street, Stone Harbor, $2,895,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 211768

8600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Stone Harbor, $3,075,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212899

10318 First Avenue, Stone Harbor, $4,735,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212682

8500 Pennsylvania Avenue, Stone Harbor, $6,195,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 202606

Properties Sold:

7800 Dune Drive, 130, Avalon, $280,000, SOLD MLS#: 211388

7929 Dune Drive, 303, Avalon, $442,000, SOLD MLS#: 211384

237 29th Street, East Side, Avalon, $2,100,000, SOLD MLS#: 212267

279 26th Street, West, Avalon, $2,220,000, SOLD MLS#: 212416

10911 Sunset Drive, Stone Harbor, $2,700,000, SOLD MLS#: 211427

547 24th Street, West, Avalon, $3,401,817, SOLD MLS#: 213075

4813 Fourth Avenue, Avalon, $3,970,000, SOLD MLS#: 212319

This glorious evening on the back bay was captured by Peter Soens.  Thanks for sharing it with us, Peter!

AVALON’S FLOOD INSURANCE MITIGATION meeting will take place Saturday, August 21st, at 9am at Borough Hall.  Property owners should bring their elevation certificate, flood insurance declaration page, and two photos of the exterior of their home to have them reviewed by professionals.  Avalon property owners currently enjoy a 35% discount on their flood insurance premiums borough-wide thanks to flood mitigation efforts by the borough.  Having your specific property reviewed might reveal ways to further lower your own flood insurance premiums.

THE NEW JERSEY COASTAL COALITION has a new app for weather emergency information.  Text message or email notifications are provided during weather emergencies, along with real time flooding maps and evacuation routes.  Check out more about the system (or sign up) on the Borough of Stone Harbor’s website; Stone Harbor has been assisting with the development of the NJCC App: https://stoneharbornj.org/new-jersey-coastal-coalition-njcc-weather-emergency-alert-app-is-now-public/

MORE THAN 200 BOATS are competing in the annual MidAtlantic Tournament this week.  Based in both Cape May and Ocean City, Maryland, boats will each select three days on which to fish this week and will weigh in their largest catches each evening.  Categories include blue marlin, white marlin, tuna, dolphin (mahi mahi), and wahoo.  Last year over $4,000,000 was paid out in prize money.

AVALON BEACH PATROL announced that all designated swimming beaches will be staffed with at least one lifeguard through Labor Day, Monday, September 6th.  After that, due to traditional late season staffing shortages, a response team will be manned through September 12th, from 9:30am to 9pm.  The Beach Patrol reminds everyone to swim only when lifeguards are on duty.

STONE HARBOR’S SIDEWALK SALE returns Saturday, August 28th from 9am to 7pm.  The annual favorite is a great way to support local businesses while taking advantage of great deals and promotions.  While you’re in town grab a bite at one of your favorite restaurants!

INTEREST RATES HOLDING; PURCHASE DEMAND CONTINUES: While interest rates have fluctuated a bit recently, they remain at or below 3% for various types of mortgage loans.  That continues to spur purchase demand, which has remained strong.  The pace of new listings has increased slightly in recent weeks, though overall inventory remains tight.  Whatever your real estate goals are, let’s talk and formulate a plan to achieve them!

GOTTA DO IT: History at the Shore!  Perhaps it was the beach that first drew you to Seven Mile Island…but have you explored the history of our island and the surrounding area?  A real variety of museums can be found throughout the county, with an equally varied range of subject matter.  Start right at home and explore the museums on Seven Mile Island, then explore some of the other nearby options!

Avalon History Center, https://www.avalonfreelibrary.org/ahc/

Stone Harbor Museum, https://stoneharbormuseum.org/

Cape May County Museum, Cape May Court House, http://cmcmuseum.org/

Sea Isle City Museum, http://seaislemuseum.com/
Harriet Tubman Museum, Cape May, https://www.harriettubmanmuseum.org/

US Naval Air Station Wildwood Museum, Cape May County Airport, https://usnasw.org/

Ocean City Historical Museum, https://www.ocnjmuseum.org/

Doo Wop Museum, Wildwood, https://www.doowopusa.org/the-museum

Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May, https://hcsv.org/

 

New Listings:

7888 Dune Drive, 113, Avalon, $299,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 212967

331 40th Street, Avalon, $1,450,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 212998

333 40th Street, Avalon, $1,450,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 212999

269 29th Street, East, Avalon, $1,895,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 212933

3546 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $2,275,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213001

335 6th Street, Avalon, $3,999,999, ACTIVE MLS#: 212947

55 30th Street, Avalon, $4,895,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 213027

112 115th Street, Stone Harbor, $6,995,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 212973

 

Properties Under Contract:

455 21st Street, Avalon, $1,995,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212394

10422 Sunset Drive, Stone Harbor, $2,400,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 204146

8731 First Avenue, Stone Harbor, $3,495,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212957

178 37th Street, Avalon, $3,695,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212621

10605 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor, $4,095,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212206

50 E. 15th Street, Avalon, $4,195,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212448

35 E. 17th Street, Avalon, $4,495,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212993

8913 Sunset Drive, Stone Harbor, $4,600,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 212149

8520 Sunset Drive, Stone Harbor, $5,500,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 211858

 

Properties Sold:

7888 Dune Drive, 109, Avalon, $299,000, SOLD MLS#: 212721

7888 Dune Drive, 128, Avalon, $351,500, SOLD MLS#: 211295

206 110th Street, 1st Floor, Stone Harbor, $800,000, SOLD MLS#: 211896

265 100th Street, Stone Harbor, $1,425,000, SOLD MLS#: 211823

9619 Seng Place, Stone Harbor, $2,799,000, SOLD MLS#: 211906

365 96th Street, Stone Harbor, $3,726,000, SOLD MLS#: 212357