Tag: manhattan
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On Another Level: NYC Duplexes with Serious Appeal
There’s just something special about a duplex in a city where single-levels are the norm. Maybe it’s the appeal of a staircase, or simply being able to say, “the bedrooms are upstairs.” That bit of separation gives the home a sense of ease you feel right away. And with split levels that don’t just divide…
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How Long New Yorkers Hold Onto Their Homes (And What It Means for 2026 Real Estate)
A new report from PropertyShark offers a detailed look at how long New Yorkers stay in their homes, and the results show a noteworthy divide. While Manhattan and Brooklyn tend to see faster turnover, homeowners in Queens and the Bronx hold onto their properties for significantly longer. For buyers and sellers alike, understanding these patterns sheds…
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A George F. Pelham Masterpiece: Chic Duplex Living on East 75th Street
Perfectly set on one of the Upper East Side’s most enchanting tree-lined streets, this chic duplex at 14 East 75th Street brings together prewar romance and modern refinement in flawless balance. Designed in 1929 by noted architect George F. Pelham, the residence unfolds with grand proportions, dramatic volume, and the quiet elegance that defines the…
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Bess Freedman: The Big Bamboozle of Private Listing Networks
This article first appeared on Inman News, December 5, 2025. By now, many of you already know my stance on private listing networks. I have been incredibly vocal about their dubious nature, penned numerous opinion pieces, been threatened with lawsuits, and warned against them on television and in print. I’ve cited studies showing why PLNs hurt…
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The Biggest Oversights in New Construction and Home Renovations
Brown Harris Stevens New Development has represented the sale of thousands of new homes, and over the years I’ve personally renovated three of my own in three different cities, supported by teams of exceptionally talented collaborators. And yet, even with all the expertise, guardrails, and best intentions, the same simple, quality-of-life improvements are consistently overlooked.…
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Remembering Robert A.M. Stern, The Architect Who Redefined New York Luxury
Photo Credit Peter Aaron/OTTO courtesy of RAMSA New York lost one of its great architectural voices with the passing of Robert A.M. Stern, whose work reshaped the city’s skyline and reintroduced the enduring appeal of classic design. Mr. Stern died November 27, 2025 at age 86, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped the very notion…
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Fall in Review
Manhattan delivered its strongest fall season since 2021—and its second-best in 11 years—with rising demand, stable inventory, and early signs of price firming. The fall market (which I define as the Tuesday after Labor Day through the Friday before Thanksgiving) tends to follow a familiar seasonal rhythm. New listings come to market in a wave…
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Call it a West Side Story!
The very first resale at West 66th Street is now on the market, and it’s about as turnkey as you can get. Apartment 17F is a bespoke combination of two mint condition residences, seamlessly merged into a grand, beautifully scaled home offering 4,400 square square feet, four to five bedrooms, and five-and-a-half bathrooms. The asking…
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Gobble Up the Views: Where to Watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade from Your Window
If there’s one thing better than a Thanksgiving turkey, it’s catching those giant helium balloons drift by without freezing your feathers while camped on the street. We’re talking about apartments with float-worthy vistas, where you can cozy up, pour some cider, and watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade from the comfort of your own perch. Here are…
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Your Favorite Thanksgiving Dishes, Reimagined as Rooms
There’s something about this time of year that makes certain rooms feel extra nostalgic. Maybe it’s a deep red living space that brings cranberry sauce to mind, a warm wood–paneled dining room that calls sweet potato casserole to memory, or a soft green bedroom layered in shades of sage. Even a sunlit room with warm…