Tag: nyc
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Honoring Those Who Served: The Veterans of Brown Harris Stevens
This Veterans Day, Brown Harris Stevens proudly recognizes and celebrates the remarkable agents across our firm who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Their courage, dedication, and unwavering commitment to excellence embody the very qualities that make them standouts in both service and in their real estate careers. We are deeply grateful for…
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All Set, No Setup: Homes That Come Fully Furnished (or with an Option to Buy)
Moving is exciting but staring at an empty room and a six-week sofa delivery window can take the fun out of it. These homes skip that part. They come fully furnished or with the option to buy, so you can move right in and start living. It’s like skipping straight to the good part, a…
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Brooklyn and Manhattan Real Estate See Strongest Start to Fall Since 2021
The fall 2025 home-buying season in New York City is off to a lively start. According to StreetEasy, September marked the highest volume of contracts for the month since 2021, and particularly in Brooklyn, where buyers are facing increasing competition and bidding wars. Let’s break down what this means for buyers, especially those looking in Brooklyn, and…
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Teeing Up Success: Get to Know Kevin Geniza of BHS Miami
This week we spotlight Kevin Geniza, a former professional golfer turned real estate agent who recently joined Brown Harris Stevens’ South Miami Office after a successful run with Better Homes and Gardens. Known as “The Pro Golfer Realtor“, Kevin combines his competitive edge and strategic mindset from years on the course with a deep understanding of Miami’s luxury…
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A Piece of New York History: The Dakota’s Unit #33 Comes to Market
The Dakota, completed in 1884 and located on the Upper West Side at 1 West 72nd Street, is one of New York City’s most iconic residential buildings. Designed by architect Henry Janeway Hardenbergh, the Dakota was among the city’s first luxury apartment buildings, introducing features that were revolutionary at the time, including large private apartments,…
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SOS: A Call for Homeowners to Take Control
When you buy or sell a home, you’re going into one of the largest financial transactions of your life. In my recent opinion piece for RISMedia, I wanted to sound the alarm: don’t assume everything and everyone involved is working in your best interest. Transparency, exposure, and honest representation matter now more than ever. “If…
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Historic Cherry Lane Theatre Gets Delicious Next Act
Header Image Credit: A24 Manhattan’s longest running Off-Broadway theater is now serving up audiences in a whole new way. Tucked inside the West Village’s historic Cherry Lane Theatre, the acclaimed indie-film brand A24 has layered an elegant twist on dinner and design. The newly opened restaurant, Wild Cherry, marries art-house ambience with a thoughtful supper-club…
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The Year Was 1959
The year was 1959. Dwight Eisenhower was in the White House, Alaska and Hawaii became the 49th and 50th states, and the space race was accelerating. The Guggenheim Museum opened on Fifth Avenue, surprising New Yorkers with its spiraling shape and bold design. NASA introduced the Mercury Seven, the microchip was invented, Barbie made her…
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NYC Condo Market: Is It Still Worth Investing Today?
A recent analysis from The Real Deal took a close look at Manhattan’s condo market and found that many investors who purchased between 2016 and 2020 haven’t seen the returns they expected. According to the report, roughly one in three condo resales over the past year sold at a loss, with new development buyers hit the…
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Sky-High Style in the Heart of Harlem
Harlem is a vibrant neighborhood where rich history, iconic architecture, and a thriving arts scene create an unmatched energy. With access to multiple parks, shopping destinations, and cultural hotspots, Harlem combines the excitement of city living with a strong sense of community. It’s within this dynamic setting that 140 West 124th Street, #8A, offers a…