Author: Ashley Brennan
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Historic Cherry Lane Theatre Gets Delicious Next Act
Header Image Credit: A24 Manhattan’s longest running Off-Broadway theater is now serving up audiences in a whole new way. Tucked inside the West Village’s historic Cherry Lane Theatre, the acclaimed indie-film brand A24 has layered an elegant twist on dinner and design. The newly opened restaurant, Wild Cherry, marries art-house ambience with a thoughtful supper-club…
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The Upper West Side’s Condo Shortage: What It Means for Today’s Market
The Upper West Side has long been one of Manhattan’s most desirable neighborhoods, known for its tree-lined avenues, architectural charm, and proximity to Central Park. But a recent analysis reveals a striking shift: new development on the Upper West Side is slowing to a near standstill. Only 51 new condominium units are expected to be…
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The Condo Resale Divide: Winners, Losers, and the Future of NYC Real Estate
A new exclusive Brown Harris Stevens report on Manhattan condo resales is challenging assumptions about the city’s investment market. The data reveals one in three condos sold between July 2024 and July 2025 went for less than their purchase price, with mid-2010s buyers feeling the biggest sting. “There was a lot of extrinsic pressure to…
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Ready, Set, Home! Properties Near Iconic Running Routes
With the TCS New York City Marathon right around the corner, runners everywhere are lacing up for one of the world’s most inspiring races. Whether you’re chasing a new personal best or just love a good jog with a view, these Brown Harris Stevens listings are near some of the most scenic—and popular—running routes in…
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A-List Event Planner Kate Edmonds Lists Her Exquisite Murray Hill Residence
You could call this property “the main event.” Kate Edmonds, the British-born special events producer who has created celebrations for a queen, a president, and a mayor (though she’s bound by a few NDAs), has listed her perfectly curated abode. Known for crafting unforgettable experiences filled with elegance, creativity, and atmosphere, Edmonds has brought that…
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Hottest Luxury Real Estate Wellness Trend: Home Saunas
Move over, home gyms! The new hallmark of luxury living is a personal sauna. Once reserved for spas and five-star hotels, saunas are now taking center stage in the homes of affluent buyers seeking both luxury lifestyle and self-care. As Business Insider recently reported, home saunas have become the ultimate “wellness flex,” signaling that a…
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Build Your Own Mansion in the Heart of Brooklyn Heights
When you think of brownstones in Brooklyn Heights, you picture the elegant stoops, the tree-lined streets, the sweeping views of Manhattan and the harbor. But very rarely does one come up that offers both historic grandeur and room for a sophisticated single-family revival. Enter 261 Hicks Street, a pre-war Italianate brownstone with nearly 5,000 square…
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Falling Into Cozy: 7 Ways to Warm Up Your Home This Season
Fall has officially checked in, which means it’s time for chunky sweaters, warm drinks, and the annual migration of pumpkin décor onto every available surface. But according to Brown Harris Stevens agent (and resident Cozy Season connoisseur) Matthew Melinger, creating a warm, inviting home doesn’t have to look—or smell—like a pumpkin spice explosion. Instead, think…
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A Piece of Film History: D.A. Pennebaker’s Sag Harbor Home Finds a New Owner
The Sag Harbor home of legendary documentary filmmaker D.A. Pennebaker has officially changed hands, selling for $1.7 million in just one week. Pennebaker, a pioneer of cinema vérité and the creative force behind classics like Don’t Look Back and The War Room, purchased the charming 1860s-era residence in the 1970s. For more than five decades,…
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Why There’s No Better Time to Be Privately Held in Real Estate
The recent announcement that Compass will acquire Anywhere Real Estate, combining giant national brands like Corcoran, Sotheby’s, Coldwell Banker, Century 21, and Better Homes & Gardens, marks the largest brokerage acquisition in U.S. history. It’s a headline-grabbing moment that underscores a trend we’ve watched unfold for years: consolidation is reshaping the real estate landscape at…