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This 1865 post + beam barn has been reimagined in historic Germantown, and it’s asking $3.6M

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November 10, 2020

This 1865 post + beam barn has been reimagined in historic Germantown, and it’s asking $3.6M

By Devin Gannon

In Germantown, a converted post and beam barn has hit the market for $3.6 million. Presently a three-story home with three bedrooms, the property at 114 Best Lane offers an eclectic take on the classic farmhouse, with high, wood-beamed ceilings and four massive fireplaces. Constructed in 1865, the Hudson Valley home has been restored as an artistic indoor-outdoor living oasis, which also includes an adjacent "guest barn" and nearly 15 acres of land.
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See inside Bjarke Ingels’ new Harlem rental The Smile, with apartments from $2,056/month

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November 10, 2020

See inside Bjarke Ingels’ new Harlem rental The Smile, with apartments from $2,056/month

By Devin Gannon

Living in a starchitect-designed apartment building is now slightly more attainable. The Smile, a new rental tower in East Harlem designed by BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group, has officially opened. The 11-story tower at 158 East 126th Street, named for its grin-like shape, contains 233 apartments, 70 of which are affordable. Leasing kicked off in September, with pricing for the market-rate rentals starting at roughly $2,056/month. New photos released this week take us inside the minimalist model residences and the impressive amenity package that is tailored to those working from home, including a co-working studio and a rooftop with a plunge pool, three whirlpools, and an outdoor movie theater.
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Leonard Bernstein’s one-time Upper East Side penthouse hits the market for $29.5M

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November 9, 2020

Leonard Bernstein’s one-time Upper East Side penthouse hits the market for $29.5M

Just by appearance, this Upper East Side penthouse is brag-worthy. Located at the Art Deco co-op 895 Park Avenue, the 14-room apartment is spread across two floors and has multiple wood-burning fireplaces, wrap-around terraces with views in every direction, and a gorgeous solarium. But what really sets it apart is that it used to be home to famous composer and cultural icon Leonard Bernstein, and it's even where he hosted his "radical chic" party as a fundraiser for the Black Panthers. And it can now be yours for $29,500,000.
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This $1.7M Park Slope condo is indoor-outdoor living at its finest

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November 6, 2020

This $1.7M Park Slope condo is indoor-outdoor living at its finest

Every single room in this Park Slope duplex opens to outdoor space, a rare find anywhere in NYC. The condo at 580 Carroll Street has a 1,175-square-foot garden, as well as a huge upper terrace that spans the length of the building. In addition, the interiors of the two-bedroom home are impeccably designed in a cool, contemporary style. It's asking $1,700,000.
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Contemporary Murray Hill penthouse with an incredible terrace asks $3.25M

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November 3, 2020

Contemporary Murray Hill penthouse with an incredible terrace asks $3.25M

The listing for this $3,250,000 three-bedroom co-op in Murray Hill touts the property as a "true penthouse," explaining that it "sits on top of the building proper and is accessed through a private entrance at rooftop level." That location (which sounds pretty darn good to us!) also affords the home at 244 Madison Avenue an incredible rooftop terrace, complete with cozy built-in seating and dining, as well as views of the Empire State Building and Midtown skylines.
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A bit of Provence comes to Long Island with this $7.9M estate

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October 30, 2020

A bit of Provence comes to Long Island with this $7.9M estate

It sure does look like the French countryside, but this gorgeous estate is actually in Huntington, New York. Called Escapade a la Campagne ("getaway in the countryside"), the home was built in 2017 by its current owners and comes complete with everything you need to feel like you've escaped to Provence--a greenhouse, bocci court, a saltwater pool, and the nearly 10,000-square-foot main house with its soaring beamed ceilings and country details. The 5.4-acre property also includes an entire solar farm and is adjacent to a protected nature preserve. It's currently asking $7,900,000.
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Just 20 miles outside NYC, this 18th-century New Jersey home and barn asks $4M

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October 23, 2020

Just 20 miles outside NYC, this 18th-century New Jersey home and barn asks $4M

Earlier this year, the New York Times called Wyckoff, New Jersey "a peaceful suburb with a sense of community," and noted that the Bergen County town has been seeing "an influx of young families, who value its small-town atmosphere and relatively low taxes." This Wyckoff property may not be a starter home, but its $3,950,000 price tag gets you a piece of history set on four acres. The main residence, formerly known as the Halstead House, was built in 1779 and has been perfectly preserved over the years. There's also a renovated barn, a guest cottage, and a pool, all set against a beautiful pond.
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$16M Chelsea penthouse has 3 outdoor spaces with incredible Hudson Yards views

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October 23, 2020

$16M Chelsea penthouse has 3 outdoor spaces with incredible Hudson Yards views

The Emerson is the latest boutique condo in Chelsea to abut the High Line. Located at 500 West 25th Street, the 10-story building has just eight full-floor units, including the duplex penthouse, which has just hit the market for $16 million. The incredible four-bedroom home has 5,100 square feet of interior space along with nearly 2,600 square feet of outdoor space spread over two terraces and a roof deck with views of the High Line, Hudson River, Empire State Building, and Hudson Yards.
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7 NYC apartments with fireplaces for under $1M

October 22, 2020

7 NYC apartments with fireplaces for under $1M

By Devin Gannon

Make staying home this winter more enjoyable with your very own working fireplace. While the city's stock of apartments with wood-burning fireplaces won't be getting larger after the city banned the construction of them a few years ago, there are still plenty of apartments that offer a cozy fireside amenity. Despite being somewhat of a rarity, owning a home with a fireplace doesn't have to break the bank. We've found seven apartments with working fireplaces currently on the market for under $1 million.
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Susan Sarandon sells her Chelsea duplex for $7.9M asking price

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October 21, 2020

Susan Sarandon sells her Chelsea duplex for $7.9M asking price

Just three months after listing her massive Chelsea duplex for $7.9 million, Academy Award-winning actress Susan Sarandon has sold her long-time home for its full asking price. Located at 147 West 15th Street, the 6,000-square-foot co-op is spread over two floors and has six bedrooms, four exposures including views of the World Trade Center and Empire State Building, and an outdoor terrace and balcony. Over the summer, Queens-native Sarandon told the Wall Street Journal that she isn't leaving the city just downsizing to a smaller apartment in the area. "I’ve always been a New Yorker and I’ll continue to be a New Yorker," she said.
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The backyard at this $2.6M Park Slope condo has designer cachet

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October 20, 2020

The backyard at this $2.6M Park Slope condo has designer cachet

This three-bedroom condo has much of what you'd expect from a home within a Park Slope brownstone, but it's also got a couple of tricks up its sleeve. First, the lower level on the garden floor retains the home's original brick arches, which run the entire length of the space. And then, the gorgeous rear garden was designed by Future Green Studio, who also worked on projects at The Met, Nowadays, and the Brooklyn Children's Museum. Located at 134 Berkeley Place, the home is asking $2,575,000.
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Rachel Maddow lists her West Village apartment for $2.4M

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October 13, 2020

Rachel Maddow lists her West Village apartment for $2.4M

As the Post first reported, Rachel Maddow has put her West Village apartment on the market for $2,349,000. The MSNBC political commentator and her partner Susan Mikula bought the two-bedroom co-op for $1,250,000 in 2010 from REM frontman Michael Stipe. The home is located on a cobblestone street at 130 Jane Street, a former paper warehouse that still retains its original wooden beams.
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$875,000 lake-front home in Westchester was designed by a Frank Lloyd Wright student

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October 13, 2020

$875,000 lake-front home in Westchester was designed by a Frank Lloyd Wright student

Architect Roy S. Johnson was a disciple of Frank Lloyd Wright who designed many a mid-century home around the Hudson Valley area. One unique example is this rustic, lake-front home in the Westchester town of Bedford, which is now listed for $875,000. The home is located on "Old Wagon Road," and though we can't be certain, it seems as though Johnson may have taken inspiration from this locale, as the shape of the house somewhat resembles a covered wagon.
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City Winery to open flagship venue at Pier 57 this week

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October 13, 2020

City Winery to open flagship venue at Pier 57 this week

By Devin Gannon

The massive new flagship of entertainment venue and restaurant City Winery will open this week at Hudson River Park's Pier 57. Starting October 15, the restaurant will accept reservations for limited capacity indoor and outdoor dining, with 200 seats available inside and 70 seats outside. City Winery was forced to move from its longtime Varick Street location last year after the Walt Disney Company purchased the property with plans to open new production space and offices there.
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This dreamy $3.25M Fort Greene condo was made for live, work, and play

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October 9, 2020

This dreamy $3.25M Fort Greene condo was made for live, work, and play

From an aesthetic perspective, this Fort Greene condo has a lot to talk about--gorgeous plaster ceiling moldings, original brick arches, and creative and contemporary flourishes. But it's also got quite a lot going for it in terms of practicality. For $3,250,000, the home at 407 Clermont Avenue has three floors, three bedrooms, a multi-tiered garden and deck, and a massive basement rec room that's been transformed into a home gym, crafting area, and home office.
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After 22 years, Kim Cattrall is selling her beachfront Hamptons home for $3.25M

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October 7, 2020

After 22 years, Kim Cattrall is selling her beachfront Hamptons home for $3.25M

In 1998, the same year she began her breakout role in Sex and the City, actress Kim Cattrall bought this East Hampton home for just $450,000, according to the New York Times, who first reported that it's now been listed for $3,250,000. The shingled home is a lovely mix of casual beach house and contemporary design, and the property also has a detached studio. "I thought about selling the property after my divorce in 2004," Cattrall told the Times, "but I just couldn’t — 22 years later, it’s time."
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Soho and Noho rezoning proposal moves forward with 800 new affordable units planned

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October 7, 2020

Soho and Noho rezoning proposal moves forward with 800 new affordable units planned

By Devin Gannon

The plan to rezone two affluent Manhattan neighborhoods will enter the public land use review process, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced on Wednesday. The proposed rezoning of Soho and Noho includes replacing 1970s-era zoning rules and incentivizing the creation of about 800 permanently affordable homes, part of an effort to bring affordable housing to all New York City neighborhoods, even upscale ones.
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$8.9M Chelsea penthouse has a movable glass wall, four terraces, and a roof deck

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October 7, 2020

$8.9M Chelsea penthouse has a movable glass wall, four terraces, and a roof deck

The Metal Shutter Houses is a contemporary condo designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Shigeru Ban in 2008, at the beginning of West Chelsea's starchitect boom. Today, despite its many notable neighbors, the boutique building at 524 West 19th Street still offers some of the most covetable homes. The penthouse unit is now listed for a reduced $8.9 million. Not only does the home span two floors, but it has a 20-foot, upward-pivoting, glass wall that opens to a large terrace to create a massive indoor/outdoor living space. There's also another private terrace off the master bedroom, two balconies, and a huge roof deck complete with a hot tub. Oh, and let's not forget the direct views of Hudson Yards and the Empire State Building.
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$1.4M Boerum Hill two-bedroom has a great layout and a cheerful disposition

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October 5, 2020

$1.4M Boerum Hill two-bedroom has a great layout and a cheerful disposition

This sunny condo at 143 Bergen Street seems fairly priced at $1.4 million, considering it has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a prime Boerum Hill location, and lots of charming and convenient details. Plus, the layout is perfect for a family, with a nice separation of public and private spaces.
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37 middle-income apartments available at resort-like rental in Long Island City, from $1,990/month

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October 2, 2020

37 middle-income apartments available at resort-like rental in Long Island City, from $1,990/month

By Devin Gannon

A housing lottery launched this week for 37 middle-income apartments at a new, amenity-packed rental in Long Island City, Queens. Dubbed The Cove and located at 43-12 Hunter Street, the 18-story tower contains 123 apartments and boasts ground-floor retail, an outdoor roof terrace, a game room, a library, and a fitness center. Qualifying New Yorkers earning 130 percent of the area median income can apply for the units, which include $1,990/month studios, $2,345/month one-bedrooms, and $3,072/month two-bedrooms.
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Rustic and retro mix at this $1.75M West Village duplex

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October 2, 2020

Rustic and retro mix at this $1.75M West Village duplex

We just can't help smiling when looking at this lovely three-bedroom co-op at 92 Horatio Street in the West Village. The duplex unit is full of rustic details--exposed brick, beamed ceilings, tin ceilings--from when the building was built in 1920, but it also is full of colorful, retro decor that keeps the place feeling fresh. It's currently asking $1,750,000.
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Hotelier Andre Balazs lists his flashy Soho condo for $12M

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September 30, 2020

Hotelier Andre Balazs lists his flashy Soho condo for $12M

Hotelier Andre Balazs, best known for LA's Chateau Marmont, the Mercer Hotel in NYC, and the string of trendy Standard Hotels, unsurprisingly lives a life as lavish as the destination he creates. His personal condo in Soho, taking up the entire top floor at 158 Mercer Street, is no exception. Balazs added plenty of his own panache to the 4,200-square-foot loft, including massive stretches of built-in bookshelves, a custom "wall of light," and a 13th-century Florentine fresco. He also added hotel-quality rooms like a nearly 275-square-foot closet, a personal gym, and a steam room. As the Wall Street Journal first reported, Balazs has decided to list the home for $12 million as he spends much of his time now in Europe.
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$800K Washington Heights two-bedroom has beautiful George Washington Bridge views

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September 23, 2020

$800K Washington Heights two-bedroom has beautiful George Washington Bridge views

Not only does this Washington Heights apartment have a unique view of the George Washington Bridge, but the two-bedroom/two-bathroom home is priced at a very buyer-friendly $799,000. Located at 825 West 179th Street, the completely renovated unit is part of a beautiful pre-war co-op just a block from the Hudson River.
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In Westchester, a historic bank building is now a $1.9M contemporary home

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September 18, 2020

In Westchester, a historic bank building is now a $1.9M contemporary home

By Devin Gannon

A unique industrial loft in a former 20th-century bank building has hit the market in the Westchester village of Dobbs Ferry. The home, where "Tribeca meets Main Street USA," as the listing describes, was formerly the Greensburgh Savings Bank and has been converted into a one-of-a-kind townhouse. Asking $1.899 million, the four-bedroom home at 81 Main Street measures over 6,300 square feet, has a private backyard, and features remnants of its past life, like a bank vault and super tall ceilings.
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$10M Montauk home has a rooftop pool overlooking the ocean

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September 11, 2020

$10M Montauk home has a rooftop pool overlooking the ocean

With views like this, why wouldn't you put the pool on the roof? Set on a full acre on a high bluff on the shores of Montauk, this three-level contemporary home is party-ready inside and out. Asking $9,995,000, the house has 6,000 square feet of interior space, five bedrooms, and 4,000 square feet of outdoor space including the rooftop and another level of outdoor lounges.
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