Manhattan Market Update: Q1 Momentum Meets Macro Uncertainty

As the Spring Market picks up speed, Manhattan real estate is showing solid performance—but broader financial markets are introducing new variables that could shape what comes next. Mortgage rates have ticked back up. Treasury yields are swinging. And liquidity is...

The Short-Run Effects of Congestion Pricing in New York City

In a groundbreaking move starting January 2025, New York City pioneered congestion pricing within its central business district (CBD), setting a precedent for urban traffic management in the United States. This initiative aimed not only to alleviate congestion but...

Embracing Spring in NYC Real Estate

It's almost unbelievable that we're just two weeks away from the end of the first quarter. In the residential real estate market, total inventory remains lower than expected for this time of year. Having said that, serious buyers are signing contracts. Undoubtedly,...

Manhattan Market Update: The Spring Market is Just Around the Corner

We’re just a few weeks away from the official start of New York City’s Spring Market, and we’re already seeing signs of seasonal momentum. Inventory is beginning to rise, contract signings are picking up, and shifts in buyer preferences are becoming more apparent....
3Q22 Is a Wrap! What’s Next?

3Q22 Is a Wrap! What’s Next?

We are officially in the fall market. Let’s review three important points: (1) what did Q3 tell us; (2) where are we now; and (3) how do rates play into this?   POINT ONE - Third Quarter Market Report - What is Notable?   Median and Average prices rose...

Early Fall Market: What to Expect in Manhattan and Brooklyn

Early Fall Market: What to Expect in Manhattan and Brooklyn

Happy almost fall! Before we get into it, it’s important to note that September is the lowest deal-volume month of the calendar year so there is nothing grand to report in terms of unexpected changes. The macro shift, in our opinion, has occurred and what we are...

How much does height matter in pricing a home?

How much does height matter in pricing a home?

There are so many things that go into the value of a home in New York City, with the most obvious being location, size and condition of the home. But, New York City is unique in that floor height can also change the listing price of a home, even within the same...

Saying Goodbye to the Summer Market

Saying Goodbye to the Summer Market

The summer market is nearing its end and all eyes are turning to the fall markets.   There are a lot of opinions out there around what the 2nd half of the year will deliver us, but it’s safe to say that the recent numbers posted on rates and inflation leaned into...

The Manhattan Real Estate Market Report: 2Q2022

The Manhattan Real Estate Market Report: 2Q2022

Hard to believe we are in the second half of 2022. We are back to a seasonal pattern of activity. The summer market is here as indicators point to decreased new-deals-to-market supply and lower contract volume.    We believe quite strongly that there are deals to...

What Will Our New Normal Look Like?

What Will Our New Normal Look Like?

If you follow the New York City real estate market, it is clear to see the shift that is most certainly upon us. With six months of 2022 behind us, the question becomes, what’s ahead of us.   In order to answer this question, it is important to understand that...

Should I List or Should I Wait?

Should I List or Should I Wait?

As the Manhattan real estate market continues to shift back to pre-pandemic seasonality, we’re starting to see some interesting trends that could be good for both buyers and sellers.   First, let’s look at the overall U.S....

Is the Window for Buyers Opening?

Is the Window for Buyers Opening?

Memorial Day weekend usually signals the peak of the spring market. As we head into the summer months, we are seeing some signs of the hectic pace of the market through last year slowing. However, this doesn’t signal a major crash or downturn. What we’re seeing is...

Is the Spring Market Peaking?

Is the Spring Market Peaking?

We’re just about reaching the peak of the spring market, which is one of the busiest seasons in Manhattan real estate. As we continue to navigate the post-Covid lockdown market, we’re still seeing a surge in demand from buyers. As mortgage interest rates continue to...

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