3 Subway Stations Will Close For 6 Months

NEW YORK, NY — The Metropolitan Transportation Authority announced Friday when three Manhattan subway stops will shutter in July for six months of repairs.

The 57th Street station on the F line, the 28th Street stop on the 6 and the 23rd Street station on the F and M will receive structural repairs and upgrades during the sixth-month period and are expected to reopen in December, said MTA officials.

The MTA is staggering the closures with the 57th Street stop shuttering on July 9th, followed by 28th Street on July 16 and 23rd Street on July 23, said transit officials. PATH service at the 23rd Street station will be not be affected.

More than 70,000 straphanger use the three stations on a given week day with roughly 15,700 riders swiping into 57th Street, over 24,000 commuters hoping on the subway at 28th Street and approximately 31,000 customers using the 23rd Street station, according to MTA data. 

The improvements are part of a $124.9 million contract to update a total of five stations sorely in need of repairs. The 28th Street station is among the oldest in the subway system since opening on the day that service began in October 1904. The 23rd Street station began operating during World War II in December 1940 and the 57 Street station welcomed straphangers in July 1968, prior to the construction of the East River subway tunnel to Queens.

In addition to structural repairs, the new and improved stations will feature tech upgrades including digital signage with real-time information, countdown clocks, and brighter, more energy-efficient lighting.

Turnstile areas will be upgraded with glass barriers, security cameras, and new information centers featuring digital dashboards. Platforms will also receive a cosmetic and functional boost with new platform edge warning strips, accessible boarding areas, new seating, digital dashboards and countdown clocks.

2373 Broadway, Unit 1702/03

2373 Broadway, Unit 1702/03

UPPER WEST SIDE, MANHATTAN

4 Bed  |  5 Bath  |  CondOp  |  Doorman

Offered At $7,750,000

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This award-winning four-bedroom duplex sets a new standard for breathtaking design and indoor/outdoor luxury in a full-service Upper West Side condop building. 

Set high on the 17th and 18th floors, this sweeping home drinks in sunlight and epic views from floor-to-ceiling windows spanning the entire eastern exposure. Bold concrete pillars make a powerful statement, while sleek white walls and wide-plank oak flooring provide a subtle backdrop for distinctive designer touches.

The lower level is devoted to luxurious entertaining and relaxation with the entire floor flanked by an extra-long terrace and jaw-dropping open-sky views. The gracious flow leads from living room to the dining room and the epic Italian kitchen — winner of a 2018 NYC X Design Award — filled with Miele and Bosch appliances. A fully outfitted home office and guest room, plus a full bathroom, powder room and in-unit washer-dryer, add extraordinary convenience to this well-planned level.

Upstairs, a private bedroom wing ensures secluded rest. The opulent master suite boasts a huge walk-in closet and an lavish en suite marble bathroom featuring a large frameless glass shower, dual-sink vanity and oversized soaking tub with Manhattan skyline views. With great built-ins and views of their own, the two secondary bedrooms are equally extravagant, and each has direct access to a full bathroom and powder room on this level. Thoughtful touches abound in this well-designed home: A Control4 system operates sun/blackout shades and lighting, SONOS invisible speakers run throughout, and the terrace features an automatic awning.

The Boulevard is a phenomenal amenity-rich condop building offering 24-hour concierge and doorman service, party room with full kitchen, play room, bike room, onsite parking garage, two sundecks, a solarium, and a state-of-the-art fitness center with terrace and a 75-foot swimming pool plus courts for racquetball, squash and basketball. This condop building offers larger than usual maintenance tax deductibility and permits subletting from day one.

Perfectly situated between 86th and 87th streets, the great dining, gourmet markets and nightlife of the Upper West Side are within easy reach. Riverside Park is two blocks west and Central Park is just two-and-a-half blocks east, and transportation is truly effortless with the 1, B and C trains and the M86-SBS crosstown bus all nearby.

Monthly Update - June 2018

The Importance of a Buyer’s

Agent in a Buyer’s Market

If you are ready to house hunt, I’m sure you know it can get pretty complicated out there. And when you’re working in a buyer’s market, having an agent working for you can be the difference between winning or losing a property and getting it for the right price! When the average New York City home currently spends 87 days on the market — much longer for luxury properties — it’s time to cut deals. But you’ll need a buyer’s agent to help educate you on the correct pricing for your purchase. Not only will you need to navigate the usual offer forms, financial sheets, pre-approval letters, and (possibly) best and finals, you’ll also need guidance from your buyer’s agent on getting your purchase for the right price!

The process can be stressful and surprisingly complex, which is why you’ll need to assemble a pro team to stand at your side throughout the journey. It can literally make the difference between losing out or winding up on top!

A buyer’s agent is just that — YOUR agent dedicated to representing YOUR interests during every step of the purchasing process — and that’s very important in a buyers market. Not only do they get you into properties fast, they also let you know when those homes are on the market before anyone else (including your competition). And, in a fierce market like ours, they are key to helping you find the home of your dreams.

Despite the fact that we are in what some have deemed a “buyer’s market” — where buyers hold a competitive edge over sellers — a buyer’s agent is still crucial to your home search. Here are the top 5 reason to use a buyer’s agent in a buyer’s market:

  1. It’s free! Sellers rely on the agents (seller’s and buyer’s agents) to bring the best buyers into their property, and to do that, they pay.

  2. Your buyer’s agent will find you the right property. Property search is a full-time job. Having your agent scour listings for the neighborhood, properties, and amenities that fit your needs — and setting up tours and appointments — will be your buyer’s agent’s No. 1 priority.

    • At Compass, we believe your time should be sent enjoying the perfect home, not searching for it. With so many listings out there and a multitude of ways to communicate, it’s not easy to stay on the same page. By creating a Compass.com account, we can use Collections together to: 1. Keep track of homes you like in one place. 2. Invite anyone - your friend, spouse, parents - to help with your search. 3. Share comments about the homes so all communication is organized. 4. Receive automated updates about the homes in real time

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  3. Making the offer. After you find the perfect home, placing the offer is the most important and strategic step. Your agent will help you research past sales in the building and in the neighborhood in order to bring a competitive and educated offer to the seller’s agent. Having an expert negotiate the deal can save you a ton of money and help you avoid the many potential pitfalls along with way.

  4. Recommending the right professionals. Getting you to the right real estate attorney or inspector is part of your agent's duty to recognize your needs and protect your rights.

  5. Help overcome setbacks. There will be hiccups along the away, and your agent will be there to work through them. With their abundant experience, they’ll know what to look for to keep your deal on track and get you to the closing table!

 
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10 Things You Didn't Know About The Brooklyn Bridge

135 years ago today, throngs of New Yorkers came to the Manhattan and Brooklyn waterfronts to celebrate the opening of what was then known as the New York and Brooklyn Bridge. 1,800 vehicles and 150,300 people total crossed what was then the only land passage between Brooklyn and Manhattan. The bridge–later dubbed the Brooklyn Bridge, a name that stuck–went on to become one of the most iconic landmarks in New York. But there’s been plenty of history, and secrets, along the way. Lesser known facts about the bridge include everything from hidden wine cellars to a parade of 21 elephants crossing in 1884. So for the Brooklyn Bridge’s 135th anniversary, 6sqft rounded up its top 10 most intriguing secrets.

 

1. The idea for a Brooklyn/Manhattan bridge was as old as the century

Much like the Second Avenue Subway, the idea of a bridge connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn was considered years before construction actually happened. According to The Great Bridge, by David McCullough, the first serious proposal for a bridge was recorded in Brooklyn in 1800. The carpenter and landscaper Thomas Pope proposed a “Flying Pendant Lever Bridge” to cross the East River, and his idea was kept alive for 60 years as plans for the Brooklyn Bridge developed. But the cantilevered bridge, made completely out of wood, didn’t prove to be structurally sound.

Chain bridges, wire bridges, even a bridge 100 feet wide were all proposed to connect the two waterfronts. The main challenge, however, was the East River–actually a tidal straight–known as a turbulent waterway crammed with boats. The bridge needed to pass over the masts of ships, and could not have piers or a drawbridge.

2. When construction actually did start, the bridge was considered “symbolic of a new age”

When plans for a bridge actually came together, in the 1860s, planners, engineers and architects knew this was not to be a run-of-the-mill bridge. From the offset it was considered, according to McCullough, “one of history’s great connecting works, symbolic of a new age.” They wanted their bridge to stand up against projects like the Suez Canal and the transcontinental railroad. It was planned as the largest suspension bridge in the world, lined with towers that would dwarf everything else in view. At the time, steel was considered “the metal of the future” and the bridge would be the first in the country to utilize it. And once open, it would serve as a “great avenue” between both cities. John Augustus Roebling, the bridge’s designer, claimed it “will not only be the greatest bridge in existence, but it will be the greatest engineering work of the continent, and of the age.”

3. The towers were crucial to the bridge’s success

Many of the bridge’s construction challenges, which held the project up for so many years, were solved by its identical 268-foot-tall towers. Architecturally, they were distinguished by twin Gothic arches, two in each tower, for the roadways to pass through. Rising more than 100 feet, the arches were meant to be reminiscent of a church’s great cathedral windows. They were constructed of limestone, granite and Rosendale cement.

These towers, heralded as the most massive things ever built on the entire North American continent, also served a crucial engineering role. They bore the weight of four enormous cables and held the cables and roadway of the bridge high enough so not to interfere with river traffic.

4. The first woman to cross the bridge also supervised its construction

John Roebling, the initial designer of the bridge, never got to see it to fruition. While taking compass readings in preparation for its construction his foot got stuck and crushed between a ferry and the dock. Doctors amputated his toes but Roebling slipped into a coma and died of tetanus. Then his son, Washington Roebling, took over responsibilities but suffered two attacks of caisson disease–known at that time as the bends–during construction. (The bends, a common ailment for bridge workers, was the result of coming up too quickly in the compressed air chambers used to lay the foundations underwater.)

Washington Roebling, suffering from paralysis, deafness and partial blindness, turned the responsibilities over to his wife, Emily Warren Roebling. Emily took on the challenge and studied mathematics, the calculations of catenary curves, strengths of materials and the intricacies of cable construction. She spent the next 11 years assisting her husband and supervising the bridge’s construction–many were under the impression she was the real designer. She was the first person to cross the bridge fully when it was completed, “her long skirt billowing in the wind as she showed [the crowd] details of the construction.” After that, she went on to help design the family mansion in New Jersey, studied law, organized relief for returning troops from the Spanish-American War, and even took tea with Queen Victoria.

5. The bridge was built with numerous passageways and compartments in its anchorages, including wine cellars

New York City rented out the large vaults under the bridge’s Manhattan and Brooklyn anchorages in order to fund the bridge. Some space in each anchorage was dedicated to wine and champagne storage, and the alcohol was kept in stable temperatures throughout the year. The cellar on the Manhattan side was known as the “Blue Grotto” and was covered in beautiful frescoes depicting vineyards in Germany, Italy, Spain and France. They ended up closing in the 1930s, but a visit in 1978 uncovered this faded inscription: “Who loveth not wine, women and song, he remaineth a fool his whole life long.”

6. There’s also a Cold War-era bomb shelter under the bridge’s main entrance

As 6sqft pointed out a few years back, there is a nuclear bunker inside one of the massive stone arches below the bridge’s main entrance on the Manhattan side. It is full of supplies, including medication like Dextran (used to treat shock), water drums, paper blankets and 352,000 calorie-packed crackers. The forgotten vault wasn’t discovered until 2006, when city workers performed a routine structural inspection and found cardboard boxes of supplies ink-stamped with two significant years in Cold War history: 1957, when the Soviets launched the Sputnik satellite, and 1962, during the Cuban missile crisis.

7. A fatal stampede caused New Yorkers to doubt the bridge’s strength

Only six days after the bridge opened, a woman tripped and descended down the wooden stairs on the Manhattan side of the bridge. As the story goes, her fall caused another woman to scream and those nearby rushed towards the scene. The commotion sparked a chain reaction of confusion. More people mobbed the narrow staircase, and a rumor that the bridge would collapse began in the crowd. With thousands of people on the promenade, a stampede caused the deaths of at least twelve people.

8. But a parade of elephants quelled any doubts

When the Brooklyn Bridge was gearing up for its opening day, P.T. Barnum made a proposal to walk his troupe of elephants across it–but authorities turned him down. After the stampede, however, there remained doubts if the bridge was indeed stable. So in 1884, P. T. Barnum was asked to help squelch those lingering concerns, and he got the opportunity to promote his circus. His parade of bridge-crossing elephants included Jumbo, Barnum’s prized giant African elephant.

As the New York Times reported at the time, “At 9:30 o’clock 21 elephants, 7 camels, and 10 dromedaries issued from the ferry at the foot of Courtlandt-Street… The other elephants shuffled along, raising their trunks and snorting as every train went by. Old Jumbo brought up the rear.” The paper of record also noted that “To people who looked up from the river at the big arch of electric lights it seemed as if Noah’s Ark were emptying itself over on Long Island.”

9. This bridge inspired the saying “I’ve got a bridge to sell you,” because people were actually trying to sell the Brooklyn Bridge

Con artist George C. Parker is supposedly the man who came up with the idea of “selling” the Brooklyn Bridge to unsuspecting visitors after it opened. His scam actually worked, as it is said he sold the bridge twice a week for two years. Reports say he targeted gullible tourists and immigrants. (He didn’t just put a price tag on the bridge, he also “sold” off Grant’s Tomb, the Statue of Liberty and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.) Parker’s success convinced other conmen to try their hand at selling the bridge, but none were as successful. The sensation, however, inspired the phrase “I’ve got a bridge to sell you.”

Parker did see consequences for his scamming: after being arrested for fraud a few times, he was sent to Sing Sing for life in 1928.

10. Despite its strength, the bridge still moves

Even today, the Brooklyn Bridge rises about three inches if it’s extremely cold. It’s a result of the cables contracting and expanding in cold temperatures, which has happened ever since the bridge was complete.

But you’d be mistaken to think the cables don’t have super-human strength. Each cable is made of 19 separate strands, each of which has 278 separate wires. (There are over 14,000 miles of wire in the Brooklyn Bridge.) To install the cables, workers would splice wires together, then tie them to make the strands. A boat would come from Brooklyn and sail it across to the Manhattan side. Then, two winches on the outside of the towers would hold the strands in place as workers raised them to the top. This tedious process, often interrupted by weather, took two years to complete.

42 East 12th Street, Unit PH7

42 East 12th Street, Unit PH7

GREENWICH VILLAGE, MANHATTAN

2 Bed  |  2 Bath  |  1,800sqft  |  Condo  |  Full-Floor Loft

Offered At $4,375,000

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42 East 12th Street is a boutique condominium set within a stately pre-war brick building. Residents enjoy keyed elevator access, a lovely common roof deck and equal-share ownership of the building's ground-floor retail space. This is an incredible added benefit, as the rental income generated will soon offset the common charges almost fully, in just a few years.

Flawless designer details and bright living spaces will take your breath away in this immaculate two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse loft in the heart of Greenwich Village/Union Square.

With dramatic arched windows and two massive skylights, this airy 1,800-square-foot, full-floor home is awash in natural light throughout. Swaths of exposed brick and 7-inch wide plank oak flooring add richness and warmth, while ample designer touches appeal to refined, modern sensibilities. Arrive via private key-locked elevator and revel in the great room's 10-foot tall ceilings and substantial footprint for stylish entertaining. Fantastic art walls await your collection, custom iron columns by Steve Morris add historic reverence, and smart built-ins provide special nooks and storage spaces. With premier appliances and a massive reclaimed wood island with seating for eight, the breathtaking kitchen is the literal heart of the home and a luxe gathering place for all. Guests will be entranced by the copper-trimmed skylight and chic custom fixtures, and chefs will love the abundant Luxe/Alvic cabinets, white quartz countertops and bronze tiled backsplash surrounding state-of-the art appliances by Sub-Zero and Bosch. A large dining area provides additional table space, while a gorgeous full bathroom adds convenience.

The home's two spectacular bedrooms are tucked in the tranquil rear of the home. In the exquisite master suite, you'll find another majestic skylight, two oversized walk-in closets and a serene bathroom with radiant heat flooring, dual-sink vanity and frameless glass shower. No detail was overlooked in making this a home of exceeding comfort and convenience. Floors are soundproofed, and windows are double-paned with motorized shades. A massive storage and laundry room includes an in-unit Bosch washer-dryer. Smart home features include mood lighting, built-in Sonos sound system, and a Nest thermostat controlling the dual-zoned HVAC.

Set in prime Greenwich Village/Union Square, midblock between Broadway and University, this fine building is surrounded by great shopping, dining and entertainment at every turn. The famous Strand bookstore is on the next block, NYU is to the south, and gourmet food shopping is a breeze with both Trader Joe's and Whole Foods minutes away. Fitness centers and kids' activities are abundant, and for open space, take your pick from Washington Square Park to the south and Union Square and its phenomenal greenmarket to the north. Access to transportation is unbeatable with 4/5/6, N/Q/R/W, L, F/M and 1/2/3 lines all within reach.

The Spring Market Is Here! We Have 8 New Listings To Tell You About.

The spring market is here and going strong! Below are eight new listings we have listed this week. For more information contact us. 

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380 Rector Pl. #2M

2 BD  |  2 BA  |  $1,398,000

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1845 7th Ave. #1A

2 BD  |  2 BA  |  $1,395,000

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506 East 119th St. #2

3 BD  |  2 BA  |  $875,000

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280 Rector Pl #2J

1 BD  |  1 BA  |  $658,000

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201 East 21st St. #7K

1 BD  |  1 BA  |  $649,000

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300 Rector Pl. #8T

1 BD  |  1 BA  |  $628,000

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200 West 20th St. #611

Studio  |  1 BA  |  $539,000

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Monthly Update - May 2018

It’s Easy, Right?

Then why do so many sellers get it wrong?

I’m talking about preparing a home for sale, of course. And here is a definitive how-to guide to getting your property ready to fetch top dollar.

Buyers are attracted to clean, renovated, furnished apartments — who knew?! And that’s it. Not that hard. Just three little things.

Cleaning: This includes not only scrubbing from top to bottom but also a thorough decluttering. Arrange to have the windows washed, inside and out, to really let your place shine. Yes, you’ll have to make your bed and pick up your dirty clothes off the floor for the duration the home is on the market. You’ll also have to keep the place dust-free and vacuumed with no overpowering odors. Purchasing a home is said to be 80 percent emotional and 20 percent logical. As the seller, the more you draw on the emotions of your buyer by letting them envision your home as their home, the higher price they’ll pay. So, get the property cleaned. Easy to do. It’s cheap and the payday potential is huge!

Renovating: This step can be time-consuming and wallet-draining, and often it can be challenging to recoup those dollars. The key is investing just enough money to make your home appealing without spending unnecessarily. Start with a paint job. This can be done relatively inexpensively and will give your home a surprisingly fresh new look. Pick colors with universal appeal — eggshell white is one of my favorites. Next, go through the home and pick smaller items to replace that will give the property an updated look and feel. Make sure all light fixtures are new and working properly. Kitchen cabinets and drawer handles are easy to replace and can take a kitchen from dated to contemporary in no time. An appliance update is a good idea, but don’t feel obligated to purchase top-of-the-line brands, such as Sub-Zero or Miele. There are plenty of other brands that are half the price and just as nice. In the bathroom, a new vanity or medicine cabinet, or even a new toilet seat, can give the space a fresh new look.

Furnishings: This aspect is often overlooked, but that beat-up old couch of yours might be comfy, but it’s not helping your sale at all. Buying inexpensive, modern furniture is the finishing touch to your property’s final preparation and look. There are also many furniture rental companies that will bring in contemporary, chic furniture just for the duration the home is on the market.

All of this is common sense, but might seem overwhelming. Bottomline: Take the advice of your real estate sales agent. He or she is there to help you sell at the highest and best sale price.

Wrap Up Spring Cleaning With Chic Bins & Baskets

 

Spring is the season for cleaning out our closets, but organization doesn’t have to be clunky, or hidden, for that matter. Make your storage do double duty with these stylish recommendations from Vogue.

 
 
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201 East 21st Street, Unit 10A

201 East 21st Street, Unit 10A

GRAMERCY PARK, MANHATTAN

1 Bed  |  1 Bath  |  Co-op

Offered At $925,000

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A thoughtful and thorough gut renovation has created a triple-mint, one-bedroom, one-bathroom showplace in one of Gramercy's premier co-op buildings.

Brand-new oak hardwood floors invite you inside this high-floor home to take in fantastic northern and western exposures in the huge great room. The extra-large dining area easily seats 10, and the living room offers a bright and airy venue for gracious entertaining or comfortable relaxation with custom built-in cabinetry and bookcase. Chefs will love the well-stocked open kitchen featuring plenty of cabinet space, granite countertop and stainless steel appliances. Head to the oversized bedroom to find more fine built-ins, including a convenient desk, and two roomy closets. Next door, the brand-new bathroom boasts floor-to-ceiling tile, a glass tub-shower and custom vanity, and a walk-in closet in the living room ensures you'll never suffer from lack of storage space in this beautifully planned Gramercy home.

Quaker Ridge is a revered postwar co-op known for its stellar financials and low maintenance. Residents enjoy full-time doorman service and live-in superintendent, modern laundry facilities, bike storage and a residents-only parking garage with direct access to the building. Quaker Ridge allows co-purchasing and pets, but does not permit guarantors or pieds-à-terre. There is an additional energy charge of $114 per month which fluctuates quarterly.

Set just minutes from Union Square, Flatiron and NoMad this home is at the heart of exciting Manhattan living with abundant shops, restaurants, services and outdoor space at every turn. Access to transportation is tremendous with 4/5/6, N/Q/R/W and L trains all nearby.

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Hello, #Seattle! Compass has officially opened our doors in The Emerald City, and with experienced agents and dynamic properties, we're fueled up and ready to get to work. #compasseverywhere

 

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Compass, a company that aims to use technology to simplify home buying and selling, is opening offices in the Seattle area.

Compass has 14 employees working out of a temporary office in Seattle, and the company is teaming up with Seattle-based brokerage Northwest Group Real Estate to offer its products to brokers. Some of its tools include real-time listing analysis capabilities and portfolio sharing solutions.

Compass competes in a crowded field of companies looking to simplify the home buying and selling processes, including Seattle heavyweights Zillow and Redfin. Compass says it has amassed a valuation in excess of $2.2 billion after raising a $550 million round late last year led by Softbank’s Vision Fund and Fidelity.

Ori Allon, Compass founder. (Compass Photo)

Compass is helmed by Founder and CEO Robert Reffkin, a former COO at Goldman Sachs. The other founder Ori Allon, spent time at Twitter and Google after selling startups to the tech giants.

New York-based Compass is in the midst of a national expansion with 60 offices in 14 cities. The company said it plans to enter at least five more U.S. markets this year and open 50 new offices in existing markets.

Compass plans to open permanent offices in Seattle and Bellevue totaling 30,000 square feet. It is hiring in the area, but not for tech workers. The company is seeking mostly marketers, designers and administrators to support agents.

201 East 21st Street, Unit 15D

201 East 21st Street, Unit 15D

GRAMERCY PARK, MANHATTAN

1 Bed  |  1 Bath  |  Co-op

Offered At $849,000

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Enjoy great light and abundant serenity in this spacious, renovated high-floor one-bedroom, one-bathroom home in one of Gramercy's most revered co-ops.

Southern and western exposures welcome you home in this expansive and sunny abode. The great room stretches over 30 feet long, providing ample space for comfortable living and dining spaces, topped by 9-foot ceilings and paved in hardwood floors. In the updated kitchen, maple Shaker cabinetry and a glass tile backsplash surround top-notch stainless steel appliances. The extra-large bedroom includes a wall of roomy closets and can easily accommodate a king-size bed and additional furniture. Next door, the updated bathroom boasts handsome black-and-white basketweave tile flooring, a glass tub-shower and updated vanity.

Quaker Ridge is a well known postwar co-op known for its stellar financials and low maintenance. Residents enjoy full-time doorman service and live-in superintendent, modern laundry facilities, bike and private storage, and a residents-only parking garage with direct access to the building. Quaker Ridge allows co-purchasing and pets, but does not permit guarantors or pieds-à-terre. There is an additional energy charge of $118 per month which fluctuates quarterly.

Set in the heart of Gramercy — with immediate access to the Flatiron District, NoMad, Union Square and the East Village — fantastic shopping, dining and nightlife are all within easy reach. Gramercy Park, Union Square and Madison Square Park offer outdoor space, phenomenal greenmarkets and year-round events, and transportation is superb with 4/5/6, N/Q/R/W and L trains all nearby.

350 Albany Street, Unit 3M

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350 Albany Street, Unit 3M

BATTARY PARK CITY, MANHATTAN

1 Bed  |  1 Bath | Condo

Offered At $843,000

CC: $1,000  |  Taxes: $1,414 |  24/7 Doorman

Bright, open, airy, renovated, and luxurious!

 

This oversized one bedroom with balcony truly has it all. Walking into the apartment, you feel like you enter a house rather than another cookie cutter unit. Walk up several stairs and enter your massive flexible living area that can easily accommodate an office, nursery, living room, and dining room. If you want, convert some of the space to a second bedroom! Sun floods the living area with serene views of the Hudson River from the windows and your private balcony.

A large, impeccably renovated kitchen boasts Brazilian soap stone countertops, high end custom cabinets with ample storage space and top-tier appliances which include a Sub Zero Refrigerator with two freezer drawers, a Fisher Paykel Gas top with retractable elements, Bosch retractable vent, Bosch dishwasher, Miele Master Chef Over and a custom coffee machine. A modern spa-like bathroom has designer elements, plenty of space and a deep soaking tub. The king-sized bedroom features a wall of closets and an additional closet element that can stay with the apartment! Hudson Tower is a full-service condominium with a 24-hour doorman, live-in super, laundry on every floor, roof deck, gym, bike room, and luggage room.

Perfectly situated in Battery Park City, grocery stores (Gristedes, Battery Place Market, Whole Foods), restaurants (El Vez, Parm, PJ Clarkes, Treadwell, Hudson Eats, Inatteso), parks, the riverfront esplanade, entertainment (Battery Park Conservancy, Regal Cinemas), and shopping (the Westfield Mall, Barnes and Noble, Bed Bath and Beyond, Target). Getting around couldn't be easier – take advantage of the free Downtown connection, M20, M9, and all trains close by!

After 17 Years Cortlandt Street Station Will Reopen Since 9/11

Nearly 17 years after it was severely damaged in the terror attacks on September 11, 2001, and then temporarily shuttered, the Cortlandt Street station is set to open this October. Running on the 1-line, the new station, expected to serve thousands of workers and tourists visiting the site, will boast Ann Hamilton’s artwork, featuring words from the United Nation’s Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Declaration of Independence (h/t Daily News). Cortlandt Street station was meant to open in 2014, but funding disputes between the Port Authority and the MTA delayed its completion until this year.

Located directly under the World Trade Center site, the station was crushed by the collapse of Two World Trade Center. In order to restore service to Rector Street and South Ferry stations, workers demolished the rest of Cortlandt and built walls where the platforms stood. The line was able to reopen a year after 9/11, with trains bypassing the station.

In 2008, the Port Authority and the MTA reached an agreement about the station’s reconstructing, which said the MTA would pay the Port Authority to rebuild Cortlandt under the WTC Hub contract. Seven years later, the MTA took over the project and faced more delays, stemming from design changes and slow contractors. Since May 2015, workers have installed finishing touches, including new tiles and lighting.

The $182 million WTC station will bring more convenience to commuters and less time spent walking outside between stations. Jessica Lappin, the president of Downtown Alliance, told the Daily News, that the number of private-sector jobs in Lower Manhattan has returned to pre-9/11 days at 242,000 jobs.

“This is the right moment, where people want the connectivity and they want to be able to take the 1 train south of Chambers,” Lappin told the Daily News.

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516 West 47th Street, Unit N4A

516 West 47th Street, Unit N4A

HELL'S KITCHEN, MANHATTAN

2 Beds  |  2 Baths  

Offered At $1,100,000

Real Estate Taxes: $713/ mo.  |  CC: $994 / mo.  |  Condo   |  Doorman | Putting Green

 

Enjoy spacious and bright living spaces and top-notch amenities in this two-bedroom, two-bathroom home in a prized Hell's Kitchen/Midtown West condominium.

With an open-plan layout, this contemporary 895-square-foot residence maximizes space throughout. The main room provides plenty of space for living and dining, and the chic open kitchen is well-stocked with ample cabinet space, granite counters and a breakfast bar, plus stainless steel appliances, including a gas range, dishwasher and built-in microwave.

The spacious master suite includes a fully fitted walk-in closet and large en suite bathroom with radiant heat flooring, and the sunny second bedroom is positioned directly across from the home's second equally well-appointed bathroom. Bamboo floors, chic lighting, additional closet space, and central heat and air add to this lovely home's abundant comfort and convenience.

516 West 47th Street is a modern condominium building offering residents 24-hour doorman and concierge service, fitness center, laundry, storage, bike room, a well-appointed atrium lounge, and a stunning outdoor terrace overlooking a 6-hole putting green. Nestled in the perfect Hell's Kitchen/Midtown West neighborhood, this home is surrounded by fantastic venues for dining, nightlife, entertainment, shopping and open space. The Theater District unfolds right outside your door, amazing Hudson River Park stretches for miles along the waterfront, and dozens of Michelin-starred restaurants fill the nearby blocks. Access to transportation is phenomenal from this convenient neighborhood, with A/C/E, N/R/W and 1 trains all nearby.

Double-Decker Buses Are Coming To NY

They’ll be blue instead of red, but just like London, NYC will soon have double-decker buses cruising down its streets. As part of New York City Transit head Andy Byford’s larger bus-improvement plan, the MTA will start testing its first two-story bus on Staten Island today, and if all goes well, they’ll roll out on express routes in Manhattan soon. And to go along with the new design is a mobile app that provides seat availability information on express buses.

In a press release, Byford said, “We’ve listened to our riders’ concerns and are working tirelessly to create a world-class bus system that New Yorkers deserve. We’re targeting challenges like traffic congestion and enforcement, undertaking bold initiatives like redesigning the entire route network, and pursuing advancements such as the latest computer-aided management, double-decker and electric buses, all-door boarding, and improved customer service with more real-time data.  Our customers will start to see changes this year and we will never stop improving this critical component of New York City’s transportation landscape.”

At the beginning of the year, the city’s first fleet of electric buses hit the road. The three-year pilot is testing 10 zero-emission vehicles, and assuming it’s successful, they’ll purchase another 60. And last month, the MTA released its new bus performance dashboard, a method of compiling and viewing data such as average bus speeds, wait times, on-time trips, etc.

Today’s comprehensive plan adds to this list of upgrades with:

  • Increased bus speeds
  • More off-peak trips
  • Additional bus lanes
  • A holistic review and redesign of the entire city’s bus route network
  • Speeding up boarding by using all doors and the upcoming electronic tap-to-pay readers
  • Adding more bus shelters equipped with real-time bus arrival info displays

The double-decker buses are currently being tested on an express route linking Staten Island to Manhattan.

When Byford took office in January, he made improved bus service one of this top priorities. As 6sqft previously reported, New York City’s bus system runs at the slowest pace in the nation, traveling at just 7.4 miles per hour, which has caused it to lose 100 million passengers since 2008.

117 East 57th Street, Unit 46C

117 East 57th Street, Unit 46C

MIDTOWN EAST, MANHATTAN

Studio  |  1 Bath  |  533 Sq. Ft.

Offered At $830,000

Real Estate Taxes: $574/ mo.  |  CC: $1,103 / mo.  |  Condo   |  Doorman 

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A great opportunity to own at the Galleria; this spacious studio perched high on the 46th floor has it all! Walking in to the apartment, you'll be amazed at the amount of space. The long living area can easily accommodates a dining area, living room, office space, and queen sized bed. The perfectly conceived floorplan includes two large closets with the ability to easily add more. A large bathroom and kitchen are nicely appointed. Located between Park Avenue and Lexington, you are nestled some of New York’s most famous destinations for culture and shopping. The Galleria Condominium provides five star service including 24-hour doormen, valet service, concierge, and room service. The 54th floor features a Sky Lounge, where residents can share in the sweeping panoramic views from the outdoor terrace, or the fireplace in the colder months. The Galleria is renown for its unique and distinctive residential lobby that features a soaring eight story atrium and is adorned with elegant wall hangings and orchids.

39 East 29th Street, Unit 17AE

39 East 29th Street, Unit 17AE

NOMAD, MANHATTAN

3 Bed  |  3 Bath  |  1,695 Sq. Ft.

Offered At $3,395,000

Real Estate Taxes: $2,211/ mo.  |  CC: $2,014 / mo.  |  Condo   |  Doorman 

 

Rare opportunity to buy a three-bedroom condo for the price of a two-bed. This spacious combo unit is newly renovated with impeccable neutral taste.

Unit 17A is impeccable luxury with dazzling city views as your constant backdrop in this completely renovated three-bedroom, three-bathroom high-floor condominium in the heart of NoMad.

Encircled in floor-to-ceiling windows facing north, west and south, no corner of Manhattan is out of your sights in this sprawling 1,695-square-foot modern showplace. Stretch out and relax in the expansive great room, offering ample space for generous living and dining areas. Or head to the flawless German-designed windowed kitchen outfitted with sleek cabinetry and high-end stainless steel appliances by Miehl, Sub-Zero and Viking. Notice how the sculptural range hood provides functionality without interfering with light or views. This small detail is indicative of the care that went into designing the entire home.

Three king-size bedrooms are each bathed in glorious southern light and views that perfectly frame the Empire State Building. This home features two sumptuous bedroom suites each with walk-in custom closets and spa-like bathrooms outfitted with dual-sink vanities. The third bedroom is set in between with direct access to the third full bathroom. Recessed lighting, flawless wood flooring, zoned heat and air, and an in-unit washer and dryer add coveted convenience to this modern masterpiece in the sky.

Twenty9th Park Madison is a premier pet-friendly condominium tower featuring an exquisite lobby with 24-hour doorman and concierge service, state-of-the-art fitness center, bike room, adjacent garage, and a glorious roof deck with pergolas, outdoor shower and barbeque grills surrounded by panoramic New York City views. Situated in NoMad with direct access to Gramercy Park, the Flatiron District and Chelsea, the neighborhood is peppered with top-notch restaurants, shopping and nightspots. Enjoy a cocktail at the Ace Hotel's lively lobby or enjoy a meal at April Bloomfield's The Breslin or The John Dory. Spend the afternoon in Madison Square Park, and pop into Eataly or Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park for dinner. With 6 and N/R/W trains mere steps away, access to transportation couldn't be better.

Eli Manning’s Condo Sets Hoboken Record At $3.55m

Eli Manning’s patience trying to offload his Hoboken condo certainly paid off, as the Postreports that it’s sold for $3.55 million–the biggest condo sale in the city’s history. The Giants quarterback first listed the waterfront spread at the Hudson Tea Building three years ago for $5.2 million, but after failing to find any takers, he put it up as an $18,000/month rental the following spring. Manning currently lives with his wife, Abby McGrew, and their three daughters in the more suburban Summit, NJ. He also dropped $8.5 million on a beachfront Hamptons mansion last year.

Manning lived in the Hoboken condo from 2008 to 2016, when the family decided they needed more space. But at 3,550 square feet, a combination of three units, the apartment is definitely not tiny. And with a southeast corner location, it benefits from gorgeous views of the Hudson River and NYC skyline.

Though the home is quite modern, it has more rustic details like exposed brick walls and wooden, beamed ceilings. The Hudson Tea Building was built in 1913 as the home of the Lipton Tea company.

The kitchen has cabinet space that stretches to the ceiling, as well as a breakfast nook.

The home has three bedrooms total, two of which are located in the “guest wing,” along with a playroom/office, two full bathrooms, and a laundry area.

The master suite also has an adjacent study and a walk-in closet/dressing room.

Former Tea Building residents have include ex-Giants star Jeremy Shockey, boxer Arturo Gatti, and ex-NJ governor and ex-senator Jon Corzine. The record-setting sale steals the top spot from a $3.3 million sale in 2015.

77 Fulton Street, Unit 6F

77 Fulton Street, Unit 6F

FINANCIAL DISTRICT , MANHATTAN

1 Bed  |  1 Bath  |  Co-op | Doorman

Offered At $775,000

MM: $611

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Enjoy a spacious one-bedroom, one-bathroom co-op with private outdoor space in Fulton/Seaport — one of downtown Manhattan's most exciting neighborhoods.

Move right into this FiDi home featuring an updated kitchen and bathroom, fresh paint and new floors. The expansive living room accommodates generous lounging and dining areas with a roomy south-facing balcony providing the ideal spot for morning coffee or after-dinner drinks. The large kitchen includes a pantry, tons of cabinet space and full-size appliances, and a wall of closets near the entry ensures belongings are easily stowed. Head to the extra-large bedroom to find more southern light, a spacious closet and more than enough room for a king-size bed and additional furniture. A third large closet is placed conveniently outside the adjacent bathroom.

Situated in the Southbridge Towers co-op complex, 77 Fulton Street offers an unbeatable location and very low maintenance, which includes electricity, hot water and heat. Residents enjoy full-time doorman service, and on-site indoor parking is available for an additional charge. Set in the heart of the exciting Fulton/Seaport section of the Financial District, this prime Downtown location offers easy access great amenities and conveniences with more to come as the exciting Pier 17 development begins to open this month. The South Street Seaport is just a few blocks away, providing great restaurants, nightlife and shopping, while the new Fulton Center/Westfield World Trade delivers world-class retail and unbeatable transportation. J/Z, 4/5/6, 2/3, A/C/E and R/W trains are all within easy reach.

Jesse Tyler Ferguson’s Co-op Hits The Market For $1.5M

“Modern Family” star Jesse Tyler Ferguson is unloading his one-bedroom co-op in Gramercy Park for $1.5 million, just over three years after buying it. The actor and his husband, Justin Mikita, picked up the pad, which has been gut-renovated, in 2015 for just over $1.23 million. The home at 200 East 16th Street is a combination of two studio units, and there’s an option to buy the apartment fully furnished.

The renovation added a pop of color with calming blue walls found throughout the apartment, which helped modernize the space. The kitchen features Carrara marble counters, a Viking stove and Subzero fridge. There’s also a wine fridge and hidden pantry closet.

Situated next to the kitchen, the living room boasts beamed ceilings and a private, custom-built reading nook. The nook includes built-in storage and beautiful French doors.

The bedroom is quite spacious, with enough room for large pieces of furniture, including a king bed. Plus, the room has three large closets, practically unheard of in most city dwellings.

Perfect for two, the master bedroom features double marble vanities and plenty of storage. The second guest bathroom has custom lighting and an impressive arched entryway.

Amenities of the co-op include a 24-hour doorman, live-in super, gym with Peloton bike, laundry room and storage for bikes. Found on a tree-lined block in Gramercy Park, the building is located just steps away from Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s and all of Union Square.

234 East 35th Street, Unit 8F

234 East 35th Street, Unit 8F

MIDTOWN EAST, MANHATTAN

1 Bed  |  1 Bath  |  Co-op

Offered At $450,000

MM: $926

 

Don't miss this cheerful renovated one-bedroom, one-bathroom home situated on a lovely tree-lined block in Murray Hill.

Thoughtful renovations and south-facing windows define this chic, move-in ready home where ceilings soar over 10-feet high and handsome hardwood floors run throughout. In the spacious living room, you'll enjoy views over the building's serene communal garden, while the impeccable open kitchen boasts brand-new stainless steel appliances, sleek lacquer cabinetry, granite countertops and a convenient breakfast bar. The bedroom can easily accommodate a queen-size bed and additional furniture, and the en suite bathroom has been beautifully updated with handsome tilework, modern fixtures and chic open shelving. A bedroom closet and living room built-ins easily attend to storage, while through-the-wall air conditioning provides year-round comfort. Situated just two flights up in a well-maintained walk-up building.

234 East 35th Street is a boutique co-op that permits pets upon board approval and sublets after two years of ownership. The handsome brick building is situated in the heart of Murray Hill, offering fantastic proximity to great nearby services along with easy access to NoMad, Chelsea, Midtown and Kips Bay. Tons of restaurants, nightlife, shops — including Trader Joe's and Fairway — plus an AMC movie theater line the surrounding blocks. Nearby Grand Central Terminal puts 4/5/6, 7, S and Metro-North trains minutes away, and the 34th Street Ferry Landing and Midtown Tunnel provide easy access to Queens, Brooklyn and beyond.

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