Tag: manhattan
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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…
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Brooklyn’s Waterfront Boom Fuels Record Prices
Brooklyn’s waterfront neighborhoods are undergoing a transformation — and the price tags are reflecting it according to new research from Brown Harris Stevens Development Marketing. In Q3 2025, closed sponsor sales in Brooklyn hit a record $1,490 per square foot, driven largely by high-profile developments like Williamsburg Wharf and One Domino Square. These two projects…
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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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From the Ground Up: 6 Homes Near Farm-to-Table Dining
One of the best parts about living near a true farm-to-table restaurant is knowing your dinner is as fresh and local as it gets. It’s a chance to support nearby farmers and makers with every bite. From Hudson Valley to South Florida, these six homes put you within minutes of standout spots where seasonal menus…
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Big Firms, Big Promises — But Do They Deliver?
The recent acquisition of Anywhere by Compass marks one of the largest consolidations in the history of the U.S. brokerage landscape. On paper, it’s the kind of deal that signals strength: more agents, more offices, more scale. But as Bess Freedman, CEO of Brown Harris Stevens, reminds us that “bigger doesn’t always mean better,” especially…
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The Line: August Core PCE Inflation in Line with Expectations
Today, we’re all about inflation as the Fed’s favorite measure of it came out this morning. August Core PCE Inflation in Line with Expectations The core personal consumption expenditures price index—or Core PCE for short—was 2.9% higher in August than a year ago. This is good news because: After the August CPI figure came in a little higher…
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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…