Tag: real estate
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Market Clarity by Jared Antin: Manhattan’s Inventory Is Low, But the Headline Number Needs Context
Manhattan enters the final stretch of August with just 4,674 active listings, down 21% from the same time last year and one of the leanest supply environments we have seen in years. That matters. But this month, understanding the inventory number requires looking beyond the headline. Manhattan has been operating with constrained housing supply for…
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A Luxury Perspective: Lisa Van Wagenen on Miami’s Real Estate Market
Consistently ranked among the top 1% of Brown Harris Stevens Miami agents, Lisa Van Wagenen brings extensive knowledge of the luxury and ultra-luxury market to BHS’s Miami Beach office at the Continuum. With a background in modeling and a career built on strong relationships, referrals and an in-depth understanding of Miami’s most sought-after properties, Lisa…
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The Year Was 1930
The year was 1930, Herbert Hoover was in the White House, and the country was entering the Great Depression. New York reached new heights with the completion of the Chrysler Building and construction underway on the Empire State Building. Pluto was discovered, the first FIFA World Cup kicked off, and Grant Wood painted American Gothic.…
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Why the Best Fall Listings Are Often Prepared in August
As summer begins winding down, many homeowners start thinking about listing their apartment after Labor Day. That’s understandable. Fall has long been one of New York City’s busiest real estate seasons, as buyers return from summer vacations, families settle back into their routines, and the market experiences a second wave of activity before the holidays.…
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Inside Red Rock House: An Architectural Retreat in the Hudson Valley
Sited on 16.5 acres in the historic hamlet of Red Rock in East Chatham, New York, Red Rock House offers a rare combination of architectural distinction, complete privacy, and immersion in nature. The modern estate, recently featured on Realtor.com, and listed for $4.6 million by Richard Orenstein of Brown Harris Stevens, was designed by Anmahian…
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See the Potential: A Riverdale Residence Ready to Feel Like Home
Sometimes, the best homes are the ones that leave a little room for imagination. At 5601 Riverdale Avenue, Apartment 2E, a generous footprint, flexible floor plan, and private outdoor space create the foundation for a home that can easily evolve alongside its next owner. This property is currently on the market for $630,000 and represented…
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The Compass Move May Seem Harmless on the Surface. Be Sure to Look Deeper.
Yesterday, a segment of the active sales listings quietly disappeared from the usual search sites that consumers access to search for homes. Most consumers wouldn’t have noticed the change unless they were following one of those listings. Members of the New York residential real estate community likely noticed first through the press that the move generated. For those unaware, Compass…
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Writing the Next Chapter: The BHS Agent Spotlight on Casey Soloff
Casey Soloff brings a fresh perspective to New York City real estate, blending a background in creative writing at some of the country’s most prestigious advertising agencies with hands-on industry involvement as a REBNY co-chair. Drawn to Brown Harris Stevens by the firm’s reputation and the caliber of its agents, Casey joins BHS for the…
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Private Listing Networks Spark Fair Housing Concerns
For generations, homeownership has been one of the most important pathways to building wealth and creating opportunity in America. But as the housing market becomes more constrained with rising prices, limited inventory, and affordability pressures impacting buyers nationwide, protecting equal access to housing information has never been more important. In a recent TIME opinion piece,…
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Through the Looking Glass: Skylights, Sunrooms & Soaring Windows
Natural light: the original luxury amenity. Before smart home systems and pickleball courts, there were windows, and the best homes still know how to use them. Think dramatic skylights, solariums, and floor-to-ceiling windows that turn light into a design feature. They don’t just let the light in. They give it center stage. Here are six…