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Dana is a writer and preservationist with a passion for all things New York. After graduating from New York University with a BA in Urban Design & Architecture Studies, she worked at the Greenwich Village Society for Historic Preservation, where she planned the organization's public programs and wrote for their blog Off the Grid. In her free time, she leads walking tours about the social and cultural history of city neighborhoods. Follow her on Twitter @danaschulzNYC.

$1.4M Park Slope condo has 14-foot ceilings and a backyard gardening shed

Listing photos by Travis Mark

September 15, 2021

$1.4M Park Slope condo has 14-foot ceilings and a backyard gardening shed

Asking $1.4 million, this two-bedroom Park Slope condo at 231 16th Street has quite a few noteworthy features for the price. There's 1,000 square feet of interior space, which feels even larger thanks to 14-foot ceilings and oversized 11-foot-tall windows. There's also a bonus lofted area that holds a home office, washer/dryer, and second full bathroom. Outside, the 423-square-foot backyard is perfect for a gardener, equipped with electricity, water, and a large shed.
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See the elevated pedestrian pathway that will connect the High Line to Moynihan Train Hall

High Line Moynihan Connector, spur connection, © SOM, JCFO | Miysis

September 15, 2021

See the elevated pedestrian pathway that will connect the High Line to Moynihan Train Hall

Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled designs for a 1,200-foot-long elevated pedestrian pathway that will connect the High Line to the recently opened Moynihan Train Hall. The $50 million project will also connect Chelsea with other West Side destinations like Hudson Yards, Manhattan West, Penn Station, and the Javits Center. The plan was first floated by former Governor Andrew Cuomo in January as part of his extremely ambitious agenda to redevelop Midtown West. Under the direction of Governor Hochul, the pathway is expected to be completed by Spring 2023.
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Upstate ‘family compound’ comes with a converted barn, writer’s cottage, and salt water pool for $2.75M

Listing photos by Alon Koppel

September 15, 2021

Upstate ‘family compound’ comes with a converted barn, writer’s cottage, and salt water pool for $2.75M

Fourteen acres is certainly a lot of land, but this "family compound" in Stuyvesant, New York makes very good use of it. To start, the 138-year-old barn (which was originally home to the horses that pulled blocks of ice cut from a winter-frozen Hudson River) has been restored and converted into a soaring home, complete with 25-foot beamed ceilings. Also on the property are a 2,500-square-foot studio, a walled garden with a greenhouse and dining area, a 72-foot salt water pool, and a writer's cottage, all set against a Catskills backdrop. It's on the market for $2,750,000.
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Ryan Serhant unveils SERHANT. House NYC, high-tech ‘brokerage of the future’ office in Soho

All photos by SERHANT. Studios

September 14, 2021

Ryan Serhant unveils SERHANT. House NYC, high-tech ‘brokerage of the future’ office in Soho

One year ago, celebrity real estate broker Ryan Serhant launched his own brokerage. Since then, SERHANT. has grown to more than 55 agents and over 30 full-time employees, representing some of NYC's biggest listings, including the current most expensive apartment. The growing firm is now settling into its new home in Soho, a 15,000-square-foot real estate office "designed for the brokerage of the future." Dubbed SERHANT. House NYC, it's located in a four-story cast-iron building on the corner of West Broadway and Broome Street and has been outfitted with Herman Miller and Design Within Reach furniture, Bang & Olufsen speakers, and modern functional spaces like a film studio, podcast studio, client lounge, high-tech conference rooms, and coworking-style space for agents.
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Summit One Vanderbilt reveals 1,000-foot-high mirrored art experience

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September 14, 2021

Summit One Vanderbilt reveals 1,000-foot-high mirrored art experience

Tickets officially go on sale today for Summit One Vanderbilt, the Midtown East tower's 1,000+ foot observation deck. Previously, we got a look at the two skyboxes that allow guests to stand on completely transparent glass 1,063 feet above Madison Avenue, and now developer SL Green has revealed even more of the sky-high attractions, including an all-glass outdoor elevator (yes, even the floor!) that travels up the side of the building to over 1,200 feet. But perhaps most mesmerizing is an art installation called Air created by Kenzo Digital. Covered on three sides, along with the floor and ceiling, in mirrors, the multisensory experience challenges one's perception of space and immerses the guest within the fabric of the skyline.
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For $5.75M, own two Hamptons beach cottages with private beach access

Listing photos courtesy of Douglas Elliman

September 13, 2021

For $5.75M, own two Hamptons beach cottages with private beach access

In East Quogue, right across from the ocean, this set of beach cottages was built in 1920 and then completely renovated by the current owners in 2018. Today, the compact cottages have contemporary seaside interiors, patios that overlook both the ocean and Quantuck Bay, an outdoor shower, sandy sitting area, and a private walkway to the beach. Plus, the property recently received a permit for a pool in between the homes, which would create the ultimate getaway residence. The entire place is on the market for $5,750,000.
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For under $1M, this detached home in Marine Park is a piece of Americana in Brooklyn

Listing photos by Allyson Lubow

September 13, 2021

For under $1M, this detached home in Marine Park is a piece of Americana in Brooklyn

Asking $999,999, this detached single-family house in Marine Park feels like a true slice of American suburbia. It has a charming front yard and lots of curb appeal, a driveway that leads to a garage, and a rear patio and garden. Inside, there are four bedrooms, a sunroom, and a finished basement complete with a rec room and bar.
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Colorful ‘Soundsuits’ mosaics by Nick Cave revealed at 42nd Street Shuttle passageway

All photos © Dana Schulz for 6sqft

September 10, 2021

Colorful ‘Soundsuits’ mosaics by Nick Cave revealed at 42nd Street Shuttle passageway

Artist Nick Cave is best known for his Soundsuits, wearable sculptures made of natural materials like dyed human hair and feathers that make noise when worn. For his latest endeavor, creating a public art piece for the passageway that connects the B, D, F, and M trains to the 42nd Street shuttle, Cave translated his Soundsuits into colorful, energetic mosaics of dancers in Soundsuits made of raffia and fur. According to the New York Times, the $1.8M project was commissioned by MTA Arts & Design as part of the larger $250 million undertaking to revamp the shuttle. In addition to more than 24 intricate mosaics, Cave's piece, titled "Every One," includes a series of 11 digital screens that play videos of people in actual Soundsuits dancing.
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A fun wine festival is coming to the Jersey City waterfront

Photo courtesy of Wine Fest

September 10, 2021

A fun wine festival is coming to the Jersey City waterfront

Next Friday, September 17, Jersey City Wine Fest is taking place at Harborside's waterfront property. A ticket will get you samples of both local and international wine, and there will be live entertainment, food, and interactive games (oh yeah, and NYC skyline views!).
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Asking $570K, this three-bedroom Flatbush condo is a modern-rustic family pad

Listing photos courtesy of Douglas Elliman

September 10, 2021

Asking $570K, this three-bedroom Flatbush condo is a modern-rustic family pad

For a lot of young New York City families, $570,000 falls into the doable category. And at this 850-square-foot Flatbush condo, that'll get you a beautiful, sunny home with modern, rustic vibes that has good closet space, two spacious bedrooms, and a third smaller bedroom that'd make a perfect home office, gym, or nursery. Bonus: it's in a nice, family-friendly neighborhood and the building at 2116 Dorchester Road offers a shared courtyard.
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New York’s official fall foliage map is here!

Image courtesy of I LOVE NY

September 9, 2021

New York’s official fall foliage map is here!

Have you been dreaming of pumpkin spice and chunky sweaters all summer long? Well, autumnal bliss is upon us, with the first signs of colorful fall foliage already appearing in upstate New York. To help you keep tabs on peak foliage in your area, the state has released its annual Fall Foliage Report, an interactive map that is updated weekly using on-the-ground observations and reports from a state-wide network of volunteers.
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Beautiful Fort Greene apartment once home to Notorious B.I.G. lists for $1.7M

Listing photos courtesy of Compass

September 9, 2021

Beautiful Fort Greene apartment once home to Notorious B.I.G. lists for $1.7M

Not far from the Clinton Hill apartment where he grew up, the former Fort Greene home of the late rapper Notorious B.I.G. and his wife Faith Evens has hit the market for $1.7 million, as the NY Post reported. The two-bedroom duplex is located in a former stable building at 159 Carlton Avenue and is today owned by a well-known costume designer who infused the apartment with a gorgeous mix of historic architecture, art, and stylish upgrades. According to the Post, Biggie Smalls released his famous album "Ready to Die" while living here in 1994.
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World Trade Center’s St. Nicholas National Shrine will be lit for the first time this week

Rendering courtesy of Friends of St. Nicholas

September 8, 2021

World Trade Center’s St. Nicholas National Shrine will be lit for the first time this week

On September 11, 2001, a Greek Orthodox church on Cedar Street was destroyed, resulting in plans to rebuild the structure at a new location on Liberty Street. Construction finally began on this new Santiago Calatrava-designed church, St. Nicholas National Shrine, in 2015, and though there were some hurdles along the way, the domed building will finally be lit for the first time. The church will commence the 20th-anniversary remembrance of 9/11 with a memorial service and the inaugural lighting of the Saint Nicholas National Shrine this Friday evening.
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$1.9M Alphabet City triplex has a solarium, roof deck, and cool church views

Listing photos by Hayley Ellen Day for DD Reps

September 8, 2021

$1.9M Alphabet City triplex has a solarium, roof deck, and cool church views

This penthouse at 50 Avenue A is just under $2 million, and it has a lot going for it for that price. To start, the two-bedroom layout is split among three floors, which includes a living room terrace, a solarium, and a roof deck overlooking the low-scale neighborhood. The interiors are the perfect mix of modern finishes and artsy touches, all with cool views of the historic Church of the Most Holy Redeemer around the corner.
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A new Brooklyn Trader Joe’s is opening in Williamsburg this year

Rendering of 200 Kent Avenue courtesy of Cushman & Wakefield

September 7, 2021

A new Brooklyn Trader Joe’s is opening in Williamsburg this year

Rendering of 200 Kent Avenue courtesy of Cushman & Wakefield Cauliflower gnocchi and dark chocolate peanut butter cups will soon be easier to come by in north Brooklyn. As was first reported by Greenpointers, Trader Joe's will be opening its third location in the borough this year. Currently, the beloved grocer has stores at City Point in Downtown Brooklyn and in Brooklyn Heights. The new outpost will be in Williamsburg at 200 Kent Avenue, a new commercial building between North 2nd and 3rd Streets near the waterfront.
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$2.9M Red Hook rowhouse with a live-work setup has rough-hewn details and a green roof

Listing photos courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens

September 7, 2021

$2.9M Red Hook rowhouse with a live-work setup has rough-hewn details and a green roof

The owner of this Red Hook rowhouse, a local architect and designer, bought the property at 373 Van Brunt Street in 2007 for just $700,000. He then created a "soaring industrial chic" home, as the listing describes, using repurposed salvaged beams, exposed brick, and structural steel. It's set up as a live-work owner's triplex, complete with a roof deck and a green roof, along with a ground-level commercial space that's currently an art gallery. It's now on the market for $2,875,000.
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America’s original hot dog company Feltman’s of Coney Island brings back 9/11 fundraiser

Photo courtesy of Feltman’s of Coney Island

September 3, 2021

America’s original hot dog company Feltman’s of Coney Island brings back 9/11 fundraiser

Several years back, 6sqft told the story of the original Coney Island hot dog. Started in 1867 by German immigrant Charles Feltman, who's considered the inventor of the hot dog on a bun, the Coney Island eatery and amusement park Feltman's eventually closed in 1954. But brothers Michael and Joe Quinn brought the brand back in 2015, in part because they themselves love Coney Island red hots but more so to honor the legacy of their late brother Jimmy, who died in the 9/11 World Trade Center attacks at just 23. This year, they'll continue to honor Jimmy with a special fundraiser for the 3 Brothers Foundation, which supports veterans and service members, to which they'll donate 100 percent of proceeds from the new Jimmy Quinn 2021 Memorial T-Shirt.
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There’s a freestanding bed and hidden closets at this $1.5M Flatiron loft

Listing photos by Rachel Kazuma at RISE Media

September 3, 2021

There’s a freestanding bed and hidden closets at this $1.5M Flatiron loft

Designed by noted Tucson, Arizona-based architect Rick Joy, this Flatiron loft is "truly one of a kind," as the listing states. Located at 60 West 20th Street, the 982-square-foot condo is one open space, with separate areas for living, dining, sleeping, and working. A freestanding bed surrounded by curtains, two full walls of hidden storage, and a sleek, minimalist aesthetic all help make the configuration work. The apartment is for sale asking $1,500,000, and it's available furnished.
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Stained glass transoms and lacy woodwork steal the show at this $4M Bed-Stuy brownstone

Listing photos by DDreps

September 2, 2021

Stained glass transoms and lacy woodwork steal the show at this $4M Bed-Stuy brownstone

In Stuyvesant Heights, this beautiful brownstone was fully gut renovated and restored to perfection by Shakespeare Gordon Vlado Architects. But that doesn't mean there aren't plenty of historic details. From stained glass transom windows to tons of tracery to delicately carved moldings, the home is dripping in elegant 19th-century architecture. For the 21st century, there's a large skylit extension on two floors and more than 5,000 square feet of living space, including a garden-level rental unit. All of this and more is asking $3,950,000.
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Apply for 33 middle-income apartments in downtown Jamaica, Queens, from $1,726/month

Rendering courtesy of NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development

September 2, 2021

Apply for 33 middle-income apartments in downtown Jamaica, Queens, from $1,726/month

A new affordable housing lottery has launched for 33 middle-income units at a new rental building in downtown Jamaica. Located at 148-37 88th Avenue, the building is convenient to public transportation and offers "one of the most panoramic views available in Queens," according to the posting. Those earning 130 percent of the area median income are eligible to apply for the units, which range from $1,726/month studios to $3,612/month three-bedrooms.
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13 ways New Yorkers can commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11

September 1, 2021

13 ways New Yorkers can commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11

Next Saturday marks the 20th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. Whether New Yorkers were here two decades ago or not, it will be a somber day across the city and across the world. For those looking for ways to honor the anniversary, we have put together a preliminary list of commemorations and events, whether you prefer to mark the date from home or in a group of your fellow New Yorkers. The list includes the annual Tribute in Light and reading of the names, as well as indoor and outdoor concerts, documentary film screenings, and more.
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There’s an English country garden tucked behind this $3.1M Carnegie Hill co-op

Listing photos by Yale Wagner for Sotheby’s International Realty

September 1, 2021

There’s an English country garden tucked behind this $3.1M Carnegie Hill co-op

Though it looks like it might be part of an elegant flat in Notting Hill, this garden is actually tucked behind a co-op in Carnegie Hill on the Upper East Side. The two-bedroom apartment at 11 East 92nd Street has stylish, modern interiors and a 660-square-foot garden that includes an outdoor fireplace (there's one inside, too!), mature plantings surrounding the whole perimeter, and beautiful trees. It's on the market for $3,150,000.
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Artist William Wegman’s former East Village artist’s loft is for sale for $2.75M, original mosaic included

Listing photos by Yale Wagner for Sotheby’s International Realty

August 31, 2021

Artist William Wegman’s former East Village artist’s loft is for sale for $2.75M, original mosaic included

Artist William Wegman is best known for his fantastical photos of his Weimaraner dogs, which were even turned into a series of murals at the 23rd Street F, M subway station. Early in his career, he bought the East Village building at 431 East 6th Street, a former synagogue, turning it into his studio and residence. In 1996, he sold it to poet Paola Igliori, and other owners over the years have included artist Jack Sal, curator Cay Sophie Rabinowitz, and documentary filmmaker Timothy Greenfield-Sanders. Now, the very unique space is looking for a new artist-in-residence. The main-floor duplex is being sold for $2,749,000 or along with the street-level art gallery for $5,495,000.
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For under $2M, a two-bedroom Chelsea co-op with sleek interiors and a landscaped roof deck

Listing photos courtesy of The Corcoran Group

August 31, 2021

For under $2M, a two-bedroom Chelsea co-op with sleek interiors and a landscaped roof deck

On the top floor of a Chelsea townhouse at 207 West 21st Street, this two-bedroom co-op also has two bathrooms and two landscaped roof terraces, all for under $2 million. The home was transformed into a super-sleek space, including a "disappearing" lacquered kitchen and five skylights.
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10 NYC museums are offering free admission on Saturday, September 18

Photo of the Museum of the City of New York by Joyofmuseums via Wikimedia Commons

August 31, 2021

10 NYC museums are offering free admission on Saturday, September 18

After getting canceled last year, Smithsonian Magazine has scheduled its 17th annual Museum Day for Saturday, September 18, and this year, there are 10 New York City museums participating. As part of the celebration, museums and cultural institutions across the country (more than 1,000, to be exact!) provide free entry to anyone who has a Museum Day ticket.
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