Co-op Maintenance: Why the Monthly Number Isn’t Always What You Expect

If you’ve ever looked at Manhattan co-op listings and wondered why one apartment’s maintenance is $2,000 a month while another seemingly comparable unit is $4,000 or more, you’re not alone. This is one of those parts of NYC real estate that can catch buyers off guard...

The NYC Real Estate Market in February: The On-Ramp to Spring

February has always been the ramp-up month into the New York City spring real estate market, which traditionally begins March 1st.  The first half of February tends to feel early and tentative. The second half? That’s when we often see trends begin to shift. After...

Manhattan & Brooklyn Market Pulse: Early Signs of a Spring Shift?

As we enter February, the Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate markets find themselves at a familiar crossroads—somewhere between hesitation and momentum. Buyers remain cautious, sellers remain selective, and yet, quietly, the market is beginning to stir. Manhattan:...

Manhattan 2025 Year in Review: Neutral, Selective, and Surprisingly Resilient

As the year starts and we look back at 2025, Manhattan real estate feels less like a market in crisis and more like one moving through a long, drawn-out transition. Prices have been remarkably stable, supply has worked its way down to levels we last saw around 2015,...
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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