Tag: new york city
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BHS Building of the Week: Beekman Terrace
1950 photograph of Beekman Terrace at 455 East 51st Street, from the collection of the Office for Metropolitan History In 1925, Beekman Terrace, at 455 East 51st Street, was the first luxury apartment house to discover the neglected East River waterfront. Earlier in the 1920s, New Yorkers began fixing up the old brownstones on Beekman…
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Own a Piece of Architectural History by C. P. H. Gilbert
Rising with quiet authority along one of Chelsea’s most enchanting blocks, the Donac stands as a rare surviving expression of the neighborhood’s earliest visionaries: 402 West 20th Street. The home was built in 1898 by celebrated mansion architect C. P. H. Gilbert, whose portfolio includes the Warburg Mansion (now the Jewish Museum), the Cartier Building,…
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Homes Near Iconic Neighborhood Institutions
Every great neighborhood has its institutions. The kind locals reference without explanation. These homes sit within easy reach of them: the indie theater, the century-old bookstore, the deli that’s been serving the same order for generations, and the landmark hotel that defines its zip code. Because real luxury isn’t just what’s inside your walls. It’s…
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Views Worth Falling For
This Valentine’s Day, we’re falling for views. The kind that don’t just sit beyond the windows but feel like part of the home itself. City lights, ocean blues, mountain views, and waterfront calm. Scenery that does more than impress. It sets the tone and never loses its presence. These six scenes are worth swooning over.…
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Opinion: Free Market Principles Win an Early Ruling in the Battle Over Private Listing Networks
In a closely watched saga shaping the future of how homes are marketed online, a federal judge last week denied a request for a preliminary injunction that would have stopped Zillow’s policy restricting private listing networks (PLNs). The ruling allows Zillow’s Listing Access Standards to remain in effect while the broader antitrust lawsuit proceeds —…
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A Table for Two: A Valentine’s Day Dining Guide for NYC
Valentine’s Day in New York City calls for a restaurant as special as the person sitting across the table and the city offers no shortage of unforgettable settings for romance. Whether you’re planning an elegant multi-course meal or an intimate candle-lit dinner, the right atmosphere makes all the difference. To help narrow the choices, here…
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Maggie Ross Named Managing Director of Sales, Brooklyn at Brown Harris Stevens
Brown Harris Stevens is pleased to announce that Maggie Ross has been appointed Managing Director of Sales, Brooklyn, where she will oversee operations across the firm’s four offices in the borough and help further strengthen the company’s position as a leading force in the Brooklyn real estate market. A long-time Brooklyn resident, property investor, and…
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Brown Harris Stevens Leaders Shine in RISMedia’s 2026 Real Estate Newsmakers
Every year, RISMedia’s Real Estate Newsmakers honors outstanding professionals across the industry – individuals who shaped the year with leadership, innovation, community impact, and vision. In 2026, three Brown Harris Stevens executives, Bess Freedman, Matthew Leone, and David Deza, are among the distinguished honorees! Bess Freedman — Luminary As CEO of Brown Harris Stevens, Bess Freedman…
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On Thin Ice: Homes Near Local Ice Skating Rinks
If winter had a love language, it would be ice skating. There’s something about lacing up, stepping onto the rink, and leaning into a familiar cold-weather ritual that just feels nostalgic. So we followed the trail of local rinks and found homes that put you close to the action. These six listings prove that the…
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Pattern Underfoot: Herringbone, Chevron & Parquet Floors
We’re officially looking down. From classic Park Avenue parquet to breezy chevron floors in Palm Beach and an intricately inlaid Hudson Valley farmhouse, these homes show how some of the best design details are found below. Herringbone, chevron, and parquet bring instant character and warmth, setting the tone the moment you walk in. These six…