Tag: manhattan
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The Amenities Defining Luxury Living Now, According to BHS Agents
To better understand what today’s luxury buyers truly value, Brown Harris Stevens surveyed agents across our markets, asking them to identify the top amenities shaping demand right now. The updated results reinforce a clear shift toward homes that offer immediacy, light, and livability—where elevated design meets everyday ease. Turnkey / Move-In Ready Living Leading the…
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Pricing Isn’t About Being Right. It’s About Positioning Your Home to Win.
Pricing a home has always been one of the most nuanced and consequential parts of the selling process. But in today’s New York City market, the stakes are even higher. What may appear, at a glance, to be a balanced environment is, in practice, far more dynamic. We’re operating in what can best be described as…
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Building of the Week: 640 Park Avenue
1942 photograph of 640 Park Avenue, from the collection of MetroHistory Completed in 1914 and designed by architect James E.R. Carpenter, 640 Park Avenue represents a moment when the apartment house began to rival the private mansion. Its scale and floor plans were meant to provide the grandeur of a country house without the burdens…
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Eco-Luxury Living: Homes Designed for a More Sustainable Future
As sustainability continues to shape the way we live—and buy—homes, eco-conscious design has become more than just a trend; it’s an expectation. From energy-efficient systems and smart home integrations to thoughtfully sourced materials and seamless indoor-outdoor living, today’s most desirable properties are built with both luxury and longevity in mind. Across all of our markets,…
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What Q1 2026 Tells Us About the Manhattan Real Estate Market
The first quarter of 2026 offered a clearer picture of where the Manhattan market is heading, and in many ways, the results were stronger than expected. According to the recently released Q1 2026 Manhattan Apartment Market Report, both average and median apartment prices moved higher compared to a year ago, with several segments of the market…
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BHS Sale of Lena Horne’s Former Home Sets New Record in Addisleigh Park
Brown Harris Stevens agent Matthew Wynter has set a new price record with the sale of the former home of legendary singer, actress, and civil rights activist Lena Horne. As reported by Homes.com, the sale of Horne’s former residence not only attracted significant attention, but ultimately set a new price record for Addisleigh Park, Queens—an…
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AI in Real Estate: What Buyers and Sellers Should Actually Be Paying Attention To
AI is now standard in real estate. Learn how buyers and sellers can identify the difference between generic listings and strategic property marketing that actually performs. AI didn’t replace real estate agents. It exposed them. Over the past year, AI has become part of nearly every listing. From property descriptions to virtual staging to marketing…
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Bathing Beauty: Bathrooms That Draw the Eye
From architectural details to playful tile, working fireplaces, and million-dollar views, these bathrooms draw more than just a bath—they draw attention. Each one makes its own statement, with design taking the lead. All worth a closer look. 926 Hudson Street A spa-like bath with a freestanding soaking tub set against beautifully restored stained glass windows…
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Inside Andres Perea-Garzon’s Approach to NYC Real Estate
With over $2 billion in career sales, Andres Perea-Garzon brings a thoughtful, relationship-driven approach to New York City’s competitive real estate landscape. Recently joining Brown Harris Stevens’ East Side Office, he is known for prioritizing trust, respect, and long-standing broker relationships that have shaped his 14-year career. In this spotlight, Andres shares his perspective on…
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The Real Estate Industry’s Reckoning on Private Listings Has Finally Arrived
There has been a growing disconnect in residential real estate between what is being marketed as innovation and what actually serves the best interests of buyers and sellers. In a recent guest post on Jonathan Miller’s Housing Notes, I explore the destructive nature of Private Listing Networks, and why the tide is beginning to turn…