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Inside the late Ivana Trump's opulent Versailles-inspired Upper East Side townhouse on the market for $19.5 million
Donald Trump's ex-wife Ivana Trump was known for her glamorous life and so it is no surprise that her Upper East Side townhouse, on the market for $19.5 million, is just as opulent and grand. See inside the home here...
An affordable housing lottery just opened up on the Brooklyn waterfront
As much as we love Brooklyn, the rents are getting way out of hand—especially if you’re a little pickier about living somewhere with air conditioning and no roaches. Luckily, the city still has programs that set aside a certain amount of units in brand-new luxury buildings for all of us who aren’t millionaires (yet).
NYC currently offering affordable housing units near the water
The Housing Connect website in New York City offers affordable housing opportunities, including apartments near the water, with rents significantly lower than the city's average, and amenities including pools, gyms, and concierge services.
Governor Hochul, Mayor Adams, and NYC Comptroller Lander Announce $500 Million for Affordable Housing
Agreement Designates Monies From the Battery Park City Authority’s Joint Purpose Fund To Be Spent for Affordable Housing. Builds on Commitment to Address New York’s Housing Crisis by Increasing Housing Stock With Safer, More Affordable, Quality Homes, Reducing Housing Cost Statewide. (WNY News Now) – Governor Kathy Hochul,...
High rents, upfront costs are keeping New Yorkers stuck
High rents are not a new phenomenon in New York City, but paired with steep upfront costs, many are finding it tough to secure their next home. A new StreetEasy market report for the month of June shows that renters across the city are sticking put and staying in their current homes for longer thanks to those two factors.
Alpine, Fields Grade adding four new eateries to Bergen-Lafayette rental portfolio in Jersey City
Starling at 66 Monitor St. in Jersey City — Courtesy: Alpine Residential/Fields Grade. The developers of several apartment buildings in Jersey City’s growing Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood are welcoming four new dining options to the portfolio. According to the firms, Alpine Residential and Fields Grade, the additions include a breakfast...
Park Slope Tenants Secure Agreement with City, Landlord to Keep Units Affordable
Stellar Management, the Fifth Avenue Committee and the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) signed an agreement that makes all the units at 341 10th Street in Park Slope affordable housing. The entities closed on an Article XI regulatory agreement for the building last week, ensuring...
Phase Two Of Starhill Affordable Housing Complex Breaks Ground At 1600 Grand Avenue In Morris Heights, The Bronx
Services for the UnderServed and Bronx Pro Group recently celebrated the groundbreaking for phase two of Starhill, an affordable housing project at 1600 Grand Avenue in Morris Heights, The Bronx. The project will add 244 affordable apartments to the property, with 74 of which designated as supportive housing for formerly homeless individuals and families. On-site supportive care services will be provided by Services for the UnderServed. The project was designed by Marvel Architects.
Armani-branded condos snag Manhattan’s priciest contract
The Giorgio Armani Residences once again nabbed the top spot in Manhattan’s luxury market, marking the fourth time the branded condo has landed a top deal this year. The penthouse at 760 Madison Avenue, asking $32.5 million, was the most expensive of 20 homes asking $4 million or more to find buyers last week, according to Olshan Realty’s weekly report.
New 200-unit luxury rental property set to open in downtown Jersey City (SLIDESHOW)
Developed by Strategic Capital, One Grove at 215 Grove St. in Jersey City includes floorplans ranging from studios to three-bedrooms apartments, plus a host of high-end amenities. — Rendering courtesy: Strategic Capital. Another luxury apartment building has hit the market in Jersey City, bringing an additional 200 units to...
Clinton Hill Loft With Two Bedrooms, Renovated Kitchen Asks $1.5 Million
In a 1920s industrial building, this co-op offers tall ceilings, two bedrooms, and a bonus storage loft. The building, at 110 Clifton Place on the corner of Classon Avenue, has been known as the Ping Pong Building since it was converted to residences in the 1980s. While the developer who...
A Unique Brooklyn Heights House Changes With the Times
The mysteries of a singular brick house in the center of Brooklyn Heights have long captivated viewers – including its current owners, who have recently burnished this gem for their family’s use. Staking out a prominent location at the corner of Joralemon Street with a wrought iron fence and handsome landscaping, 2 Sidney Place has its share of undeniable quirks. These include a wonderfully frothy entrance set into a relatively sober example of the Greek Revival style and the building’s unusual flatiron shape.
Am I Ready to Buy My First Home?
The dream of homeownership is a significant milestone for many, symbolizing not just stability and independence, but also a sense of accomplishment and a place to call your own. However, before leaping into the world of real estate, it’s essential to assess whether you’re truly ready for the responsibilities and financial commitments that come with buying a home, especially in a bustling city like New York.
Garden Communities Announces The Jefferson in Hackensack is Approaching Lease-Up
The third and final phase of The Jefferson in Uptown Hackensack has achieved full lease-up, according to developer Garden Communities. One of the largest new-construction offerings in its revitalized city, the community includes 377 luxury rental residences featuring oversized layouts, resort-style indoor and outdoor amenities, and a commuter-friendly address with a host of neighborhood conveniences.
This stunning, $5M art lover’s home is for sale in NJ
Often, stunning New Jersey real estate listings are for sprawling mansions on multiple acres in any given corner of the Garden State. But there's something especially alluring about an oasis of space in a densely populated city. As of May 2024, the median listing home price in Jersey City was...
Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: A Partition Sale May Oust a Bed Stuy Family
Ayisha Doyle, like her mother and her children, was raised in the grand brownstone on Jefferson Avenue in Bed Stuy. She still calls the house home, one of five generations of her family who have done so since her great-grandparents purchased the 1880s single-family house in the 1940s. — Brooklyn developer...
580 Broadway Closes On Refinancing Deal In Soho, Manhattan
IPA Capital Markets, a division of Marcus & Millichap, announced the refinancing of 580 Broadway, a 12-story Class A office and retail property located in Soho, Manhattan. The refinancing package totaled $50 million. The building was constructed in 1900 and is located between Houston and Prince Streets. 580 Broadway recently...
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