Tag: nyc
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On Another Level: NYC Duplexes with Serious Appeal
There’s just something special about a duplex in a city where single-levels are the norm. Maybe it’s the appeal of a staircase, or simply being able to say, “the bedrooms are upstairs.” That bit of separation gives the home a sense of ease you feel right away. And with split levels that don’t just divide…
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Bess Freedman: The Big Bamboozle of Private Listing Networks
This article first appeared on Inman News, December 5, 2025. By now, many of you already know my stance on private listing networks. I have been incredibly vocal about their dubious nature, penned numerous opinion pieces, been threatened with lawsuits, and warned against them on television and in print. I’ve cited studies showing why PLNs hurt…
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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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Wicked For Good: Holding Space for Pink and Green
There’s a small, theatrical thrill in seeing pink and green used with confidence: part confection, part couture, all personality. With the new Wicked For Good sequel bringing this punchy color combo back into the spotlight, a handful of homes make the perfect stage for a pink-and-green moment whether you’re team Galinda or team Elphaba. Palm…
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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…
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Gobble Up the Views: Where to Watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade from Your Window
If there’s one thing better than a Thanksgiving turkey, it’s catching those giant helium balloons drift by without freezing your feathers while camped on the street. We’re talking about apartments with float-worthy vistas, where you can cozy up, pour some cider, and watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade from the comfort of your own perch. Here are…
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Your Favorite Thanksgiving Dishes, Reimagined as Rooms
There’s something about this time of year that makes certain rooms feel extra nostalgic. Maybe it’s a deep red living space that brings cranberry sauce to mind, a warm wood–paneled dining room that calls sweet potato casserole to memory, or a soft green bedroom layered in shades of sage. Even a sunlit room with warm…
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If These Homes were Coffee Orders: Real Estate with a Caffeinated Twist
Some homes feel like caffeine for the soul. Warm, bold, maybe a little sweet—kind of like your go-to coffee order. So, we brewed up something fun: a lineup of listings to match your morning pick-me-up. Whether you’re a latte loyalist, an espresso enthusiast, or committed to your cold brew, these picks are brewed to perfection.…
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The Line: September Job Growth Much Higher than Expected
This week, we finally have a BLS Employment report, but unfortunately it’s for September. Welcome to the “you get what you get, and you don’t get upset” edition of The Line. September Job Growth Much Higher than Expected Payrolls rose by 119,000 in September, which easily crushed the50,000 Dow Jones estimate. Here are the other highlights of the report:…