Tag: new york city
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Isaiah Ajala on NYC Residential Real Estate: What 2025 Revealed and What’s Next
The New York City residential real estate market in 2025 proved to be a narrative of remarkable resilience and strategic adaptation. While much of the United States grappled with a housing slowdown, New York City frequently bucked national trends, demonstrating a “Great Housing Reset” characterized by stabilizing rates and a shift toward a more balanced…
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A Home for Every New Year’s Resolution
New year, new you, and maybe even a new home to match. Whether you’re committing to your health and wellness journey, perfecting your culinary skills, or dedicating the year to career growth, the right space can make all the difference. From a private gym and a chef-worthy kitchen to an inspiring home office, these homes…
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What Brown Harris Stevens Leaders and Agents See Ahead for New York Real Estate in 2026
As New York City heads into 2026, the housing market is settling into a familiar but evolving rhythm—competitive, selective, and increasingly shaped by buyers with significant financial flexibility. In Curbed’s recent look at broker predictions for the year ahead, Brown Harris Stevens executives and agents offered an unfiltered view of where the market stands now and where…
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NYC Real Estate Outlook for 2026: Lessons from 2025 and What’s Ahead
As 2025 comes to a close, New York City’s real estate market finds itself at an important inflection point. The past year was defined by recalibration — buyers and sellers adjusting expectations, interest rates remaining elevated, and inventory staying tight across many neighborhoods. But as we look ahead, the narrative is shifting. In a recent CityRealty…
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Market Clarity by Jared Antin: Is Manhattan Losing Residents? Separating Headlines From Reality
We’ve all seen headlines at various points warning of a mass “exodus” from Manhattan. Over the years, Manhattan has been counted out many times, only to reinvent itself time and again. Claims of an exodus may make for good clickbait, but they don’t reflect what’s actually happening. The reality is far more nuanced. Yes, New…
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How BHS is Giving Back this Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time for generosity, community, and connection—and at Brown Harris Stevens, the holiday season was spent giving back. Across our offices, agents and teams are coming together to support neighbors in need through coat drives, toy collections, and charitable partnerships. Here’s how BHS is making an impact this season. New York…
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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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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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Market Clarity by Jared Antin: 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…