Tag: manhattan
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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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Designing with Purpose: A Conversation with Bonnie Steves
Bonnie Steves, founding principal of the award-winning BJS-Assoc Interior Design, has built a reputation for creating interiors that are both sophisticated and highly livable. Her work balances timeless elegance with contemporary sensibilities, producing spaces that reflect the personality and lifestyle of each client. Drawing inspiration from nature, art, fashion, travel, and historical design movements, Bonnie…
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A Home for Every Book Lover: BHS Listings Near NYC Bookstores
New York City’s independent bookstores are more than places to buy books — they’re cornerstones of community, creativity, and character. From the timeless charm of Three Lives & Company in the West Village to the scholarly atmosphere of Argosy Bookstore on East 59th Street, these shops give each neighborhood a distinct literary heartbeat. Whether you’re searching for a first…
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Q3 2025 Manhattan Market Report: Sales Rise as Rates Ease
Helped by a booming stock market and easing mortgage rates, Manhattan’s housing market stayed resilient through the third quarter of 2025. Sales activity climbed, prices held steady year-over-year, and confidence remained strong heading into the final stretch of the year. Key Takeaways What This Means for Sellers and Buyers With rates trending lower and financial markets…
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Private Listing Networks: Don’t Be Fooled by the Gimmick
By Bess Freedman I recently penned an article for Inman titled “Private Listing Networks Are the Newest Pet Rock,” where I draw a clear parallel between the fad of the silly pet rock from the 1970s and today’s push for exclusive, brokerage-only listing networks. Here’s the heart of my argument: In short: private listing networks…
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The Year Was 1925
The year was 1925, and the Roaring Twenties were in full swing. Calvin Coolidge was in the White House, The Great Gatsby had just been published, and radios were finding their way into homes across the country. It was the height of the Jazz Age—Prohibition was in full effect, but that didn’t stop the speakeasies. Across the…
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The Line: Private Payrolls Down 32,000 in September
It’s the first Friday of the month, which usually means we have jobs report from the BLS to dissect. As you know, the government is currently in a shutdown, which means there won’t be a BLS September jobs report for a while. So today, we use employment data from another three-letter group: ADP. Private Payrolls…
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10 Steps to Successfully Sell Your Home in New York City
Selling a home in New York City can feel complicated, but with the right plan in place, it doesn’t have to be. Over the years, I’ve guided many clients through the process, and I’ve found that having a clear roadmap makes all the difference. That’s why I put together this list of 10 steps to…
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Outside the Ordinary: 7 NYC Outdoor Spaces with a Little Extra
Outdoor space in New York City is already a luxury, but some homes don’t stop at a terrace with a few planters. We’re talking koi ponds, outdoor showers, swings with skyline views, and even hot tubs tucked high above the street. These homes take fresh air living to the next level. 240 West 75th Street…