Stay Entertained at Home this Fall in these NYC Condos with Screening Room Amenities

As temperatures start to drop and we inch into the cooler months of the year, access to indoor amenities and entertainment options is increasingly valuable. Developers of luxury NYC condos continue to up the ante by incorporating luxe screening rooms and entertainment centers into their building's amenity offering, giving residents the option to forgo the local movie theater or home television and instead enjoy new releases, classic films, popular shows and big sports games within a private, specially designed setting. Furthermore, with state-of-the-art equipment and upscale design, residents can watch their favorite movies and shows through a viewing experience that exceeds movie-theater quality audio/visual while being far more convenient and comfortable. Plus, many of these spaces are available for residents to reserve for private showings! 

Front & York

Designed inside and out by celebrated architect Morris Adjmi, Front & York is pioneering an unprecedented amenity-driven lifestyle in DUMBO. Elevating the standard of luxury living in the area, Front & York offers residents access to an astounding 150,000 square feet of amenity spaces, one of the most comprehensive offerings in New York City. Reminiscent of exclusive membership clubs, the development's luxurious rooftop amenity space consists of two amenity wings linked by a vibrantly landscaped wrap-around terrace. Ideal for get-togethers all year long, the plush outdoor screening lounge is warmed by integrated heat lanterns and a grand fireplace. Residents can bring their own popcorn and candy for a truly unique high-definition experience. 

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Brooklyn Point

No need to travel to a sports bar during football season! Brooklyn Point — the tallest building in the borough you can live in — has you covered. This Downtown Brooklyn building offers the ultimate screening and performance room, making it the perfect place for residents and friends to gather and watch a game. Should it be warm outside, residents can take advantage of the outdoor movie screening space located on the building’s roof 680 feet above ground, also accompanied by the Western Hemisphere’s highest residential infinity pool, lounge chairs and al fresco dining areas.

(Credit: Evan Joseph)

53 West 53

With over 30,000 square feet of extraordinary amenities and deeply personalized five-star-hotel-level services, it's no surprise 53 West 53 — the striking, Jean Nouvel-designed residential tower above MoMA in Midtown — offers a private, state-of-the-art theater exuding elegance and luxury from every angle. Renowned interior architect Thierry Despont, known for his iconic work on the Ritz in Paris and Claridge's in London, designed the residences and most of the shared spaces at 53 West 53, including the screening room. It features ambient lighting, rich finishes designed with a regal color palette and a massive screen that makes each of the 18 plush, theater-style inspired seats the absolute best in the house. Even after the movie ends, residents won't want to leave this private theater that's as comfortable as it is elegant.  

(Credit: Evan Joseph)

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Our Favorite Listings For The Week: Brooklyn Sustainable Oasis Hits Market for $13.95M

Looking for a new place to live or just curious about what's on the market? Check out our favorite homes you should make an appointment for this week. 

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440 Van Brunt St

Welcome to one of the hidden gems of New York City, an awe-inspiring home that is as impressive as it is livable. With six bedrooms and five bathrooms, this single-family property, featuring exquisite modern design, multiple outdoor spaces, a swimming pool, a hot tub, and a private garage, sits in the heart of Red Hook, a short 15-minute drive from downtown Manhattan.

Architecture and design firm, thread collective, in collaboration with Black Brick Contemporary, transformed an award winning, commercial workspace by Ogawa, Depardon into a generous and bespoke residence. This one of a kind home is powered by solar energy and spans 6,000-square-feet across three levels, and offers an ideal indoor-outdoor layout for restful relaxation or lavish entertaining. The vast great room makes a dramatic first impression with 24-foot-tall ceilings, skylights and linear gas fireplace. Poured concrete and wide-plank hardwood walnut floors sit beneath the soaring ceilings, while swaths of glass, walnut trim and blackened steel details add a chic mixed-materials design. 15-foot sliding glass doors that span up to 60-feet when fully open, lead to an outdoor oasis. Here, a 40-foot lap pool and spa are flanked by lush landscaping, an outdoor shower, and a spacious deck.

The open gourmet kitchen, anchored by a 15-foot-long island, has not only the intimacy for a four-person meal but the capability to manage a forty-person event. A walk-in pantry and wine cellar contain vast storage space, while a fleet of upscale appliances by Sub-Zero and Wolf makes cooking and clean-up effortless. A wall of sleek entry closets and a large study with built-in floating shelves, walnut ceilings, and beautiful pool views complete the level.

Translucent mesh screens line the floating staircase and hallway to the second level, where a mezzanine overlooking the great room doubles as a home theater. Two bedrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows open to a sitting room/playroom and share a large full bathroom with a double vanity. A third bedroom boasts an en-suite bathroom and access to a balcony that connects to the theater mezzanine. A full laundry room completes this multi-functional floor.

The flexible top level is ready to suit your needs as a full-floor primary suite or an additional penthouse entertaining space. A sun-splashed sitting room opens entirely to an expansive Brazilian wood roof deck featuring a vegetable garden, outdoor kitchen, and dining area. Enjoy alfresco entertaining with extraordinary views stretching across Red Hook Channel and New York Harbor to the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge. Massive travertine marble slabs pave the primary bedroom, where you'll find another large deck, an oversized custom walk-in closet, and a sprawling en suite bathroom equipped with a walk-in steam shower, a freestanding black resin bathtub, and a double vanity.

A separate entrance for the office and inlaw suite offer ultimate flexibility, while a garage completes this unrivaled modern masterpiece.

In this unbeatable Red Hook location, you're surrounded by fantastic shopping, dining, and waterfront outdoor space. Step outside to enjoy The Red Hook Tavern, Hometown Bar-B-Que, Brooklyn Crab, The Red Hook Winery, Keg & Lantern Brewery and Ample Hills Creamery. Spend the day enjoying Red Hook Park's and waterfronts, nearly 60 acres of outdoor space, Olympic-size pool, running track, sports courts and fields, and recreation center. Transportation options abound with excellent bus service, CitiBike stations, the Red Hook Ferry Terminal, F and G trains, and the Gowanus Expressway all nearby.

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Our Favorite Open Houses This Weekend

Looking for a new place to live or just curious about what's on the market? Check out our favorite homes you should make an appointment for this weekend. 

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Williamsburg

WHERE: 113 N. 9th Street #PH, Brooklyn, NY 11249 United States

COST: $6,850,000

WHEN: Sunday, November 14, 11AM-3PM

Description: Built in 2019, 113 N. 9th Street #PH is a three-story penthouse in the heart of Williamsburg. Standing prominently on the sycamore-lined streets of North 9th and Berry Street, this residence exudes style and character from the moment you arrive at its imported Danish brick facade.

Spread across three levels, the home boasts more than 3,000 square feet of living space. There is over 1,000 square feet of dedicated outdoor space, allowing for multiple entertainment locations and a tranquil respite from the city outside. No expense was spared with incredible customizations throughout including a Henrybuilt kitchen and master closet, smart home technology, electronic Somfy shades, Lutron dimmers, and built-in surround sound speakers.

Starting on the second floor, you’ll find a media room, library, laundry room and guest bedroom. Take the private elevator to the third floor to find the incredible kitchen with South West facing floor-to-ceiling windows. The Galaxy Grey marble island counter, custom stainless steel counters and backsplash, 18-Karat Rose Gold Dornbracht fixtures, and top-of-the-line appliances, coupled with ample cabinet and counter space, is the perfect setting for a home chef or entertaining enthusiast. Atop the home is an oversized roof deck with outdoor kitchen, large terrace and two balconies. The rooftop is among the highest on the street offering unbeatable views and spectacular sunsets with the Manhattan skyline and East River as the backdrop.

Bedroom : 4

Bathroom: 3

Listing Page: https://streeteasy.com/building/113-north-9th-street-brooklyn/ph

Fort Greene

WHERE: 1 Hanson Place #15K

COST: $1,599,000

WHEN: 11/14 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Description: Owners will enjoy a grand primary suite with massive closets and an en suite bathroom complete with a rain shower, soaking tub, and a double vanity. The guest bath is situated between the second bedroom and home office, coveted in this age of hybrid work. There is also a great linen closet, a guest coat closet, and an in-unit washer-dryer as well as storage that is included in the purchase.

One Hanson Place offers fantastic amenities, including a 24-hour front desk attendant and full-time staff members, a live-in resident manager, windowed fitness center, children’s playroom, laundry, two bike and stroller rooms.

Beginning on the 21st floor, the magnificent Sky Lounge offers multiple furnished terraces across five levels, each delivering panoramic views from Grand Army Plaza to the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge in Brooklyn and from the Statue of Liberty across the Lower and Midtown Manhattan skyline.

Bedroom : 2

Bathroom: 2

Listing Page: https://streeteasy.com/building/one-hanson/15k

Bedford-Stuyvesant

WHERE: 793 Herkimer Street

COST: $1,895,00

WHEN: 11/14 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Description: Unveiling 793 Herkimer Street; a bespoke, luxury two-family townhouse meticulously and elegantly renovated to perfectly combine classic townhouse living with today’s modern lifestyle. This masterfully developed townhouse was originally built in 1899 and leaves no stone unturned with stunning attention to detail, custom finishes and thoughtfully designed layouts that provide convenient flow throughout your home. Craftsmanship, design and quality come to life as soon as you enter your grand parlor floor and are welcomed by an open, but distinct living, dining and kitchen areas, perfect for entertaining. Detailed with crisp white oak flooring, charming exposed brick walls to your right & left, this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom duplex conveys a traditional and warm home environment. The garden facing kitchen, equipped with a full Bertazzoni appliance package is highlighted by custom creamy white shaker cabinetry, herringbone white-tiled backsplash & a Quartzile waterfall island, which flows to a covered deck, overlooking your zen garden.

An elegant staircase with custom crafted wooden banister leads to a sprawling 3 bedroom oasis on the second floor. The garden facing primary suite features double-closets, exposed brick detail, spacious balcony & primary sky-lit bathroom which is detailed with a mix of black & white textured tiling, radiant heated flooring, double sinks and stand-up shower with natural light pouring in from above. Two additional bedrooms accompany the floor along with a south-facing windowed bathroom & laundry closet. The secondary unit is a large 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom garden duplex with a fully finished basement, in-unit laundry and outdoor access which bodes well for someone looking for additional rental income or guest apartment to have within your own home. Additional features of the home include split heating-cooling units throughout, new mechanicals & laundry in both residences.

Bedroom : 4

Bathroom: 4

Listing Page: https://www.corcoran.com/homes-for-sale/793-herkimer-street-brooklyn-ny-11233/6395267/regionId=1

Announcing E11EVEN Residences Beyond, phase two of Downtown Miami's fastest selling luxury condo

Developers E11EVEN Partners & PMG have announced E11EVEN Residences Beyond, the second phase of their sold out E11EVEN Hotel & Residences in Downtown Miami’s Park West district. The project launched due to an unprecedented demand in the marketplace following the sellout of phase one. Rising 65 stories, E11EVEN Residences Beyond offers a highly exclusive, "members only" experience designed to cater to high profile buyers who seek the VIP, entertainment-driven lifestyle of E11EVEN Hotel & Residences and the privacy of a private condominium. Units range from 318-square-foot studios to 993-square-foot two-bedrooms, as well as a presidential collection ranging from 1,167 to 2,762 square feet and penthouses starting at 2,213 square feet, totaling 461 luxury residences. 

Designed by Sieger Suarez Architects, E11EVEN Residences Beyond boasts private amenities available only to residents in the tower. They include a helipad, a resort-like sun lounge deck with 93-foot pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center and fully staffed executive office suites. E11EVEN Residences Beyond buyers will also have access to the first tower’s amenities, including the Chopra Spa & Studio, day club, beach club, gourmet food hall, and sports lounge. A private, access-controlled walkway bridge will provide residents direct entry. Owners will also enjoy exclusive access to E11EVEN Residences Beyond Members Social Club.

Starting in the mid $300,000, or the equivalent cryptocurrency rate, all interiors and residences are fully furnished and finished by award-winning design firm AvroKO. Each features custom imported ITALKRAFT millwork and cabinetry, including fully-integrated kitchens and bathrooms with custom countertops and backsplashes and fully built-out closets in the master bedrooms featuring all shelving and drawers pre-installed for absolute convenience. Subzero and Wolf appliances and finishes and flooring selections curated by AvroKO ensure that each residence offers supreme form and function. PMG's smart home technology system will offer unprecedented efficiency through seamless personalization with the touch of a button that includes integrated audio, video and lighting systems.

Penthouse and presidential collection residences feature expansive outdoor terraces with top-level audio systems, towering 8-foot interior doors, upgraded custom ITALKRAFT kitchens with marble countertops and Sub-Zero wine storage, a midnight bar in each master suite, motorized roller shades, and expansive views of the Miami skyline, Biscayne Bay and Atlantic Ocean. Owners of these exclusive units enjoy access to the building through a private lobby entrance.

PMG Residential is the sales team for the project, led by Raquel Kaufman alongside team members Pablo Rodriguez, Reiner Perez, Adam Freeman, Liza Hernandez and Lauren Negrin. 

Since launching in February, E11EVEN Hotel & Residences Miami has garnered both domestic and international interest, including countless celebrity, athlete and executive buyers including high-profile cryptocurrency executives. WNBA player Candace Parker, ESPN co-host Sage Steele and MMA fighter Luke Rockhold are just a few of the high-profile buyers the luxury development has attracted.

The first phase of the project comprises 375 turnkey residences. Each unit comes equipped with fully-integrated “smart building” features and 24/11-style amenities, including celebrity-chef dining experiences throughout the property, a casino-style sports lounge, an E11EVEN Members rooftop experience, and a world-class Chopra Spa & Studio wellness center curated by Dr. Deepak Chopra. E11EVEN Hotel & Residences Miami is a lifestyle experience and destination, the first of its kind in the United States. Completion is expected for the first tower in 2023.

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Jessica White Joins Corcoran After 5 Years At Compass

The Corcoran Group,announced that top broker and Brooklyn market expert, Jessica White, has returned to Corcoran.  An announcement of the move was made by Pamela Liebman, Corcoran’s President and CEO. 

Jessica White

White, who has career sales volume of over $100M, will now be affiliated with Corcoran’s Williamsburg office. Most recently, she was a top agent at Compass, but White’s successful real estate career began in 2014 when she closed $40M in her first 18 months in the business. Over the seven years that have followed as an agent, including her time at Corcoran, White has honed her experience working with buyers and sellers across a broad range of properties, from multifamily listings to new development properties. 

Adept at all sides of the business, she confidently undertook her first development project four years ago, helping a  developer acquire land in Brooklyn for $760K. The developer built eight condo units and achieved a $4.5M sell-out.  White exceeded all expectations on the project, securing more than $1K per square foot, effectively shattering the ceiling for Bushwick pricing. Fast forward to 2020, she acquired another project with the same developer, this time on a much larger scale with more than double the number of units. Once again, White showed her resilience and strategic mindset, selling all 18 units amidst a global pandemic in just eight short months, once again raising the price per square foot in Bushwick, achieving $1,100 per square foot on a two-bedroom listing in the building.  

“We are thrilled to welcome Jessica back to Corcoran,” said Liebman. “She is a hardworking, enthusiastic agent and a respected real estate leader. Her track record speaks for itself and I am confident that she will be unstoppable with  the strength of the Corcoran brand behind her.” 

White remarked on her move, “I am thrilled to return to Corcoran – it’s a brand synonymous with success and I look forward to taking my career to the new heights. Corcoran is the leader in the new development space, and that’s an aspect of my business that I’m eager to grow. I remain tremendously grateful for my time at Compass, as they  helped evolve my career into what it is today and I wish the entire team nothing but continued success.” 

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See Inside These Amazing Homes with Unique Arched Windows

First used hundreds of years ago during the height of the Roman empire, arched windows were originally utilized for their stability as buildings began growing taller and grander. Today, the arched window has become a status symbol for condo developments, seen on some of the most luxurious residential buildings throughout the country.

Providing a striking architectural moment from inside and out, arched windows are a unique addition that instantly elevates a home's grandeur and character. I'd like to propose a round-up of residential developments featuring beautiful arched windows and have included the NYC's best examples below.

555 West End Avenue

Nestled in the heart of Manhattan's Upper West Side neighborhood, 555 West End Avenue offers 13 breathtaking, one-of-a-kind residences with unmatched architectural magnificence from the building's origin as a historic Beaux Arts private school built in 1908. The unique homes are incredibly spacious, with 12.5- to 20-foot ceilings, private elevator landings, gracious entry foyers and voluminous eat-in, chef's kitchens. Select residences, including The Library, Solarium Penthouse and Terrace Penthouse feature original towering arched windows that bathe the homes in abundant natural light and frame picturesque views of the tree-lined streets below. Only five homes remain and immediate occupancy is available.

(Credit: Hayes Davidson)

150 East 78th Street

Designed by the award-winning Robert A.M. Stern Architects, 150 East 78th Street represents the newest boutique building that redefines classical architecture on Manhattan's Upper East Side. Select residences and amenity spaces feature the building's signature arched windows, including Duplex Penthouse 11B (DPH11B).Designed by AD100 interior designer Robert Couturier, DPH11B's secondary bedrooms is illuminated by oversized double-height arched windows offering an abundance of light-filled space throughout the room. In addition to arched windows, this stunning residence features an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, great room with fireplace, and custom private staircase by Couturier. Asking $16.95M, DPH11B is the final residence available at this highly sought after Upper East Side building.

(Credit: Hayes Davidson)

Beckford House & Tower

William Sofield has created gorgeous interiors for Tom Ford and Gucci stores all over the world, posh homes for the rich and the fabulous, and truly towering mega-luxury skyscrapers that attract the globe’s most elite circles. His sophisticated style has not only earned him a GQ cameo and an AD100 title, but also the admiration of fashion’s most esteemed players, like Ralph and Ricky Lauren and Mary Kate Olsen. And after decades in the business, William's most ambitious vision for glamorous living has finally culminated with Beckford House & Tower, an Upper East Side project that just might be William’s largest to-date, with not one, but two prewar-inspired buildings he’s designed inside and out. Beckford House & Tower feature a nouveau classic facade that doesn’t stop at stone and brick. Sofield pushed the envelope with a series of Juliet balconies, intricate ironwork, expansive private setback terraces and dramatic arched windows that would give each building character. In designing the facade, he wanted to create subtle focal points that future inhabitants could see from the street, and use as a map in finding their home or bedroom window. He pictured young kids being able to see and point to their bedrooms via their arched window, for example, a quirky benefit of a detailed facade in New York City.

Credit Noe & Associates: The Boundary).

200 East 83rd Street

200 East 83rd, the new Upper East Side residential tower by Robert A.M. Stern Architects with interiors by Rottet Studio, is a celebration of the neighborhood’s architectural romance. Drawing inspiration from the grand structures along Park, Fifth and Madison Avenues and the historic clubs and cultural institutions that have shaped the Upper East Side, Stern and his partners synthesized a unique design language for the Modern Classical building. One resulting component is arched windows, found within 200 East 83rd’s monumental indoor/outdoor amenities spaces and select Penthouse residences. RAMSA’s unique decision to lift the seventy-foot pool, health club and entertainment spaces to the middle of the tower is boldly expressed on the building’s façade and complemented by Rottet Studio’s gracious amenity interiors. Each featuring a vaulted ceiling, double-height loggia with floor-to-ceiling arched windows and French doors, the 17th-floor pool room and Winter Garden create visual drama while inviting the outdoors in and allowing for natural light, fresh air and incredible New York City skyline and Central Park views. Residents can overlook both spaces from inside the state-of-the-art fitness center and yoga studio, which also boast arched windows. Lining a portion of the custom wood- and leather-paneled library on the ground floor are arched windows with French doors leading to a serene landscaped garden. At the building’s crown, three dramatic penthouse residences feature double-height ceilings for a sublime living experience and a luxurious materiality frames both the indoor and outdoor spaces.

(Credit: DBOX)

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Our Favorite Listings For The Week

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241 Fifth Ave’s PH15

his fall, what better way to watch your favorite team score (or maybe When Harry Met Sally) than in the comfort of your own space? Given how important private outdoor space is, wanted to put forward 241 Fifth Ave. PH15 listed by Doron Zwickel of CORE for $6,500,000, on your radar for a potential home tour. 

This full-floor penthouse spans 2,706 square feet with an additional 887-square-foot terrace. The three-bedroom, three-bathroom home has an open floorplan and floor-to-ceiling windows throughout allowing the panoramic south, west, and east exposures to flood the living/dining room in natural light. Designed by renowned architects ODA, 241 Fifth stands out as a new boutique residence designed with modern simplicity.

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579 Washington Avenue, 2B

Courtesy of The Cocoran Group

This 2 bed, 1 bath condo is spacious and sunny with hardwood floors and high ceilings throughout. The living and dining area has an open plan allowing for enough room to entertain and lounge. It has a newly renovated kitchen with tons of counter space and storage with a pop of color with blue subway tile backsplash. The second bedroom has charming French doors and can be used as a home office.

The open plan living room and dining area lends itself to comfortable living where you can easily enjoy lounging, dining and entertaining. Easily fit a king-size bed in the primary bedroom. Enjoy ample natural light and plenty of storage space with the double door closet. The home is listed for $720,000.

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7 Yearling Path, Colts Neck, NJ

Lisa Poggi and Whitney Didier of Douglas Elliman have newly listed 7 Yearling Path in Colts Neck, NJ for $27,500,000. This is one of the most expensive properties in the area, just short of Lisa’s other Colts Neck listing for $28.9M.

 The first time ever on the market, this equestrian compound boasts 127 private acres and a 20,000 sqft custom-built mansion with nine bedrooms, 10 full baths and 2 half baths. No shortage of amenities, 7 Yearling comes complete with a full gym, wet bar, hot tub, eight-seat private theatre, wine room and saltwater pool. The equestrian facilities consist of two barns, 14 acres of pasture grass and a two-family caretaker’s home. This is where you can live the life you love and enjoy the sport of kings.

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5 tips 1st time home owners should know about selling their home

Is it time to sell your home or apartment in the U.S.? Where do you start when selling real estate? The most important questions a real estate seller must answer:

• By yourself or with the help of a broker (realtor)?

• For how much? What is the value, and how do I determine it? How?

• How much does it cost to sell real estate, and whose services may be needed?

It is better to entrust the sale of real estate to specialists who have extensive experience and ready-made cases for clients. By constantly monitoring the market, a company such as Christian House Buyers will be able to offer a profitable solution in the shortest time possible.

Prices in today's market allow you to choose an option that is right for you: a house, a villa, a penthouse, a cottage, an apartment. Selling real estate in America is allowed not only to individuals but also to legal entities. It is recommended to resort to the second method, as it will limit the owner's liability if an accident occurs. Now let's move on to some helpful tips.

Tip No. 1: Make your home look marketable

Before selling, it's a good idea to get the home in order, viz:

• do a general cleaning;

• throw out unnecessary items, remove unnecessary furniture, and make rooms seem larger, and remove family photos and personal items.

• hire professionals to fix broken appliances or utilities;

• make minor repairs (if needed), such as repainting walls in neutral colors;

• tidy up the area around the house.

Don't invest too much money in pre-sale repairs: expensive changes, like installing an extra bathroom and re-roofing, don't always pay for themselves in a sale.

Tip No. 2: Compare the property with similar offers

To get a preliminary idea of how much the property is worth, it is recommended to look at similar options on real estate portals and subtract from the average price of about 5% (given that many properties are sold at a discount). Thus, the owner may learn an approximate price and decide for himself whether he is willing to sell on such terms. Next, a real estate agency or appraisal company will give a more accurate estimate of the property.

Tip No. 3: Plan for related expenses

The property seller pays capital gains tax and may also incur expenses for realtor, attorney, and notary fees. If the seller plans to buy another property right away, it's worth calculating the amount of expenses in advance to see if there's enough money for the new purchase.

Tip No. 4: Get professional photos

Before you advertise the property, the owner should make sure that the agency will take pictures. In most cases, the realtor himself will not take high-quality photos. Typically, large agencies work with professional photographers.

Photos are a must. According to a study by Paul Ernesto Carrillo, an economist at George Washington University, the lack of photos reduces the property's price and delays the sale. Conversely, adding 10 photos can increase the sale price by 1.7%.

Tip No. 5: Serve ads for sale

According to the National Association of Realtors, three-quarters of buyers start their home search online. So, in most cases, it's worth advertising a property online unless you're talking about an ultra-expensive, exclusive property that's being sold off-market.

Our Favorite Open Houses This Weekend

Looking for a new place to live or just curious about what's on the market? Check out our favorite homes you should make an appointment for this weekend. 

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Upper East Side

WHERE: 1080 Madison Avenue #17B

COST: $1,950,000

WHEN: By appointment only

Description: This high floor two bedroom, one and one half bath apartment has incredible light and open views East and West above townhouses to Park and Fifth Avenues with a glimpse of Central Park and the Met from the bedrooms.

The ultra-bright apartment with central air conditioning has beautifully crafted, custom built-ins in the bedrooms and every opportunity for storage throughout the apartment has been maximized. The living room, with large windows, is filled with eastern light. The bathrooms have been renovated and the windowed kitchen, with Sub Zero, Thermador and Bosch appliances, has an open view to the East. All of the windows have been replaced and have screens.

There are two storage bins in the basement which transfer with the apartment.

1080 Madison, an intimate condominium designed by top architect Thierry Despont, features a wonderfully renovated, elegant lobby and only two apartments per floor. There is a full-time doorman and a live-in super.  The building is located close to Central Park, Museum Mile, fine shops, gourmet markets, great restaurants and galleries. Pets permitted

Bedroom : 2

Bathroom: 1.5

Listing Page: https://streeteasy.com/building/1080-madison-avenue-new_york/17b

Harlem

WHERE: 220 West 148th st/. 5H

COST: $1,200,000

WHEN: 11/17 12:30 PM by appointment only

Description: This sunny and pristine contemporary two bedroom, two bath home with an open floor plan spans over 1,300 square feet. Twelve-foot ceilings, oversized arched cathedral windows, wide planked herringbone wood floors and loft-like living room are some of the architectural and textural elements that are infused in this home.

Extraordinary sunsets and views all the way to midtown add to the grandness and the tranquility. The modern open kitchen is ideal for entertaining and comfortable living. The Stevali kitchen cabinets are highlighted by Quartzite countertops and backsplash. Hansgrohe faucets, halogen recessed lighting, abundant storage and counter space and stainless steel appliances makes this a Chef’s kitchen. Both bedrooms are well-sized and have generous closet space with bright open views. The primary bedroom has an en-suite bath of honed Palmira tile, modern rain style shower and a separate luxury soaking tub. There is a Bosch washer/dryer set in a laundry closet equipped with shelves and several other double door hall closets.

Bedroom : 2

Bathroom: 2

Listing Page: https://www.foxresidential.com/listing/3668778/220-west-148th-st-5h

Financial District

WHERE: 28 Cliff St.

COST: $3,100,00

WHEN: 11/7 11:30 AM by appointment only

Description: This beautifully designed full floor duplex loft offers amazing space perfect for both entertaining as well as quiet, intimate living. Impeccably renovated to maximize its historic character, while adding modern conveniences and high style, this light filled loft is a home with airy living spaces. Three flights up brings you to this pre-war gem nestled in the Financial District near the South Street Seaport. The essence of charm and sophistication is evident from the moment you enter.

The first floor has an exposed brick dining area, living room with wood burning fireplace, open chef’s kitchen with top of the line appliances including a Kuppersbusch gas stove and oversized hood. The primary bedroom has generous custom closets with a beautifully renovated bath as well as a balcony. On the upper floor are two additional bedrooms, an office with built in cabinetry, and a fully renovated modern bath. The big windows and the skylights bring in sunshine and light all day long. There is a second balcony off of one of the bedrooms. The roof, approximately 1,550 sq. ft. (shown here virtually staged), can become your private oasis, with plenty of room for relaxing or dining outside while you enjoy the open city views.

Bedroom : 3

Bathroom: 2

Listing Page: https://www.foxresidential.com/listing/3671661/28-cliff-st-4

It's Time to Prepare Your Real Estate Properties for Winter

As a landlord, you're always looking for ways to keep costs down while keeping your tenants comfortable. This can be challenging in more ways than one. The coming winter seasons mean that as a landlord, steps need to be taken. This not only keeps tenants happy but protects your investment in the property. Severe weather can severely impact the property if it is not taken care of.

Conditions such as frozen pipes and potential water damage can create costly repairs that can be prevented if proper maintenance is taken care of before the problems occur. In an ideal situation, property owners will work together with their tenants to identify problem areas. However, this is not usually the case.

Regardless, maintaining the property is a win-win situation in that it creates a comfortable home for your tenants, but it also protects the investment that you have made in the property. This can be a somewhat subtle line to walk but with a few positive steps, landlords can have a stable base of occupants in rental properties and a healthy property.

The Starting Place

Before you begin making big winterization plans for your building, one of the first places to start is to talk with tenants. They may be able to identify problem areas before they become big situations This information may re-direct your efforts to winterize your building. This could include drafts, or plumbing/drainage issues that you may not be aware of. This conversation may also help you identify any roof issues that you may not know about.

Roof

Checking the roof before any severe weather can minimize repairs. Looking for loose shingles or missing tiles allows you to have them repaired before heavy snows and rains begin. If the roof needs replacing, it may be a good time to replace it with a metal roof. Putting in a metal roof is a sustainable solution that lasts longer than many standard roofs. While a metal roof has a long life, when it does eventually need to be replaced, the material is recyclable.

Now, it can be natural to wonder about the durability and appearance of metal roofs over time. In this regard, questions like Do Colored Metal Roofs Fade may often come up when choosing roofing materials. So, when appearance and longevity are both priorities, quality metal roof panels with protective coatings can be a good choice to help maintain their color and resist damage from the elements.

Gutters

Most gutters trap leaves and other natural materials so its important that they are cleaned prior to the winter season. While it can take a little of effort, ensuring that they are clear, and that water can flow easily can prevent problems in the future. Gutters are designed to move water away from the foundation of the building. This can prevent deterioration and damage to the safety of the entire structure.

Weatherproofing, Caulking and Sealing

When it comes to property management, just taking the simple step to seal leaky windows and weatherstrip doors can go a long way to protect the investment in a property and care for the tenants who reside in the property. In reality, this task is very economical and can have a lasting impact. Simply caulking problem windows and doors can prevent snow and water from entering a structure and causing wood damage and potentially rot.

Another benefit to taking this small step is that it is very economical in the end. It also cuts the potential for drafts which can make the heating system work more efficiently. This saves your tenant and your money. A more competent heating system is also better for the environment.

Check the Siding

The siding of any building should be checked for any breaches. If needed, portions need to be replaced. During hurricane season or periods of heavy weather, most siding is rated to withstand winds of up to 110 mph. During heavy storms, however, the siding may be ripped off which exposes the structure of the home to further damage. The benefit of siding is that it is much easier to replace than other types of products. You may also want to consider a metal roof. This eco-friendly material is sustainable and long-lasting. Plus, they are recyclable!

Another difficulty during winter is car accidents. Unfortunately, sometimes these car accidents can impact the integrity of a building. More than 21% of car crashes involve severe weather. Taking precautions, which may include installing bollards if the front door faces the street, can prevent more costly damages.

Water Heaters

The water heaters in your building need to be flushed at least every two years. This is because, over time, the mineral content can build up and lower the efficiency of the unit. When water heaters are not checked, they can fail which can cause significant water damage in several units of the building.

The last thing that is recommended is to winterize any exterior pipes to prevent them from freezing or potentially bursting. This can prevent severe water damage.

Taking care of a property just takes a little bit of annual maintenance. When you need help maintaining your building, don’t be afraid to contact professionals!.

Inside The 450 Warren Street in Gowanus, Brooklyn Launches Sales

450 Warren, an 18-unit condominium in Gowanus, Brooklyn, recently celebrated its successful launch of sales with some of New York City’s top real estate brokers and executives. The event, held outside in one of the three courtyards at the building, showcased the multitude of green spaces that residents will enjoy and the striking architecture by visionary architects SO – IL.

Mike Alexander, Corcoran Sunshine; Mike Sorrentino, Regional SVP, Corcoran; Sam Alison-Mayne, developer of 450 Warren with TANKHOUSE; Behzad Amiri, sales director at 450 Warren with Corcoran; John Felicetti, VP of New Development with Corcoran New Development; Elisa Orlanski-Ours, Chief Planning and Design Officer, Corcoran Sunshine; and Brie Train, Corcoran Sunshine.

The event was hosted by Brooklyn-based developers Sam Alison-Mayne and Sebastian Mendez of TANKHOUSE and sales and marketing firm Corcoran New Development, who revealed the first look into the building’s model residence to the VIP group of brokers and Corcoran executives, including regional SVP of sales Michael Sorrentino, and Brooklyn Managing Directors Yael Streit, Ben Elesh, and Juliana Brown.

Kassandra Lee, TANKHOUSE; Bryan Paternoster, Optimist Consulting; John Felicetti, Corcoran New Development; Courtney Avery, TANKHOUSE

The architecture at 450 Warren is like nothing ever seen in Brooklyn, simultaneously offering the feeling of a private home and a dynamic shared community, with a dramatic, spiraling open courtyard and sculptural stairway that rises five stories in the central atrium. Brokers were able to observe in the model residence that future residents will enter their homes through private outdoor foyers – covered and semi-enclosed spaces with built-in benches and integrated entry mats serving as a functional transition between outside and in. All residences at 450 Warren have at least three exposures with oversized windows, creating homes that are bright and open, maximizing the living experience for every time of day and season. All residences offer multiple private outdoor spaces, including covered outdoor living rooms, balconies and terraces. 

Elisa Orlanski-Ours, Chief Planning and Design Officer, Corcoran Sunshine; Nick Hovsepian, Agent, Corcoran; Jim Cornell, Broker, Corcoran; Ashley Banker, Agent, Corcoran; Leslie Marshall, Broker, Corcoran; Sarah Bolton, Corcoran New Development; John Felicetti, VP of New Development with Corcoran New Development; Jordan Glaubinger, Corcoran Sunshine; Mike Alexander, Corcoran Sunshine.

Behzad Amiri is exclusively handling the sales and marketing for 450 Warren with Corcoran New Development. For an onsite tour of the model residence, contact 718.810.4012. Pricing starts at $1.7 million for a two-bedroom. Three-bedroom penthouses start at $3.5 million. 

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Our Favorite Listing For The Week: The $61M UES Townhouse That Just Hit Market

Looking for a new place to live or just curious about what's on the market? Check out our favorite homes you should make an appointment for this week. 

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12 E 63rd St - Upper East Side, Manhattan, NY 10065

The truly one-of-a-kind residence is listed at $61 million and is located on one of the most exclusive blocks on the Upper East Side. 

This seven-story townhome is spectacular and crafted on a scale and magnitude that will leave you speechless with stunning interior design by Thierry W Despont LLD, while making a statement in architectural mastery by Pierre Yves Rochon. The trophy Upper East Side townhouse features over 13,000 sq ft of interior space including seven bedrooms, eight bathrooms and three powder rooms. An elevator connects each level from the basement to the private rooftop garden.

The townhome consists of a selection of generous formal and informal living spaces, a reception gallery, media/screening room and a fourth-floor library that overlooks the living area. Built for entertaining, this impeccable residence’s features an incredible living room with a dramatic juliet balcony, 40 person dining room, and a stunning outdoor patio.

The basement level boasts a jaw-dropping private spa. Complete with a waterfall, full-sized pool, sauna, steam room, private massage room, and state of the art gym that’s anchored by a multi-story temperature controlled glass atrium, this residence truly has it all.

This breathtaking Manhattan residence offers absolute privacy within a few footsteps to Central Park, with easy access to the neighborhoods fine restaurants, vibrant cafe scene, galleries and theaters. Sold furnished or unfurnished. Co-Exclusive.

An entire floor master suite comes complete with a luxurious master bathroom and access to its own private garden terrace.

Richard Steinberg of Compass is the listing agent.

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Morris Adjmi-Designed Condominium NX Launches Sales in Williamsburg

Largo, the New York and Miami-based real estate development and investment firm, today celebrates the official launch of sales at NX at 215 North 10th Street, a new collection of 31 luxury residences located in the heart of Williamsburg.

Designed inside and out by celebrated architect Morris Adjmi, NX features thoughtfully-designed homes with expansive, flexible layouts that cater to today’s live-work lifestyle.The boutique collection of residences creates an intimate building atmosphere that is complimented by a luxurious amenity offering designed for socializing and connection, crowned by a landscaped Sun Roof with stunning city views.

“Largo has been very active in Williamsburg for the past decade, and this site was an opportunity we couldn't pass up,” said Nick Werner, co-founder of Largo. “The site’s ideal location on the corner of a great block allowed us to do something really special and we were excited to have Morris Adjmi and his team bring NX to life. We wanted to create a beautiful building that contextually fit the neighborhood inside and out and elevated the living experience for Williamsburg

“As working from home continues to dominate as a new market trend, today’s buyer is really looking to customize their home for their specific needs,” said Sarah Patton, Director of Development at Compass. “These layouts are flexible and can range from home offices, to nurseries, or walk-in closets, you can really ensure all your needs are met for any life stage.

Residences at NX range from one to three bedrooms, with one studio available. One bedrooms start at $930,000 two bedrooms start at $1.48M and three bedrooms start at $2.645M. Compass is the exclusive sales and marketing agent for NX.

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A Look Inside The Launch Of Olympia Dumbo

Fredrik Eklund, John Gomes of the Eklund | Gomes Team of Douglas Elliman; Jonathan Landau, Fortis Property Group; George Sarkis of The Sarkis Team, Douglas Elliman Boston; Julia Spillman of the Eklund | Gomes Team of Douglas Elliman

Last week, New York City’s top brokers and project partners celebrated the launch of Olympia Dumbo, Brooklyn’s most anticipated luxury condo, with the reveal of the extravagant sales gallery. The event was hosted by building developer Fortis Property Group and the sales teams, including Fredrik Eklund and John Gomes of the Eklund | Gomes Team of Douglas Elliman, The Novo Team of Douglas Elliman, and Karen Heyman of Sotheby’s International Realty.

The 33-story condominium tower, featuring sail-like architecture by Hill West, is developed by Brooklyn-based Fortis Property Group, with interiors and amenities designed by renowned interior and architecture firm Workstead. Sales and Marketing Olympia Dumbo is by Douglas Elliman Development Marketing. The property offers 76 residences, ranging from one to five bedrooms with private terraces, plus penthouses, starting at approximately $1.75 million. Nothing like this has ever been built in Dumbo, filled with historic loft conversions - future residents of Olympia Dumbo will enjoy stunning, panoramic views of the New York Harbor and lower Manhattan skyline.

Olympia DUMBO Sales Gallery

Olympia Dumbo features 38,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenity spaces spread over three floors. Residents enter through a porte cochère into a stunning double-height lobby with an adjoining garden lounge. The wellness offerings are unheard of in Dumbo, with both indoor and outdoor pools, NYC’s highest private outdoor tennis court with views over the Brooklyn Bridge, fitness center, sauna and steam room, movement studio, and separate spin studio, as well as a juice bar! Olympia Dumbo’s youngest residents have access to a playroom, outdoor shipwreck-themed playground and private park, and a waterpark.

For more information, please visit the website at www.olympiadumbo.com and follow the Instagram @olympia_dumbo for project updates.

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How to Make Your Realtor Site More SEO Friendly

As a real estate professional, you probably already know that having a clean, modern website is key to getting business. But are you making sure people can find it? In addition to building a website for your business that you can be proud of, following good SEO practices is crucial to bringing traffic your way.

What is SEO?

While SEO or "Search Engine Optimization" can sound intimidating, you don't have to be in a technical position to optimize your web pages and drive results. In fact, there are various things every real estate website owner can do to help improve their online visibility and search rankings. And just in case the importance of this isn't clear, consider the fact that 68% of all online experiences begin with a search engine. There are quite a few ways you can make your site more SEO friendly, some of which are mentioned below.

Create Good Content

Once upon a time, websites were able to rank highly in search engine results simply by jamming in top-searched keywords anywhere they could. Unfortunately, this tactic often meant poorly written content. Now, Google frequently updates its algorithm to weed out poor results. While keywords are still important (more on this subject in a bit), search engines now place greater importance on well-formatted, original content. In fact, 72% of marketers worldwide say creating relevant content for your business is the most effective SEO tactic.

To ensure you're regularly creating content that can be found and indexed by search engines (which will also help with SEO), you may want to keep a real estate blog. This can be its own section of your website, and many WordPress, Wix, and other website builder designs already provide options for them. To improve your visibility in a wide range of real estate-related searches, you'll want to publish a combination of posts that are evergreen (timely year-round), seasonal, and trendy subjects. Word counts can vary, but according to Backlinko, long-form content receives 77.2% more visibility and backlinks (links from other websites) than shorter blogs and articles.

Use Practical Keywords

Each of your posts should be its own original content focused around a specific keyword phrase (Google often does not index duplicate content). And as mentioned above, previous SEO tactics included 'keyword stuffing' that is now frowned upon and outdated.

To achieve modern SEO results, use phrases people are actually Googling rather than just general words. For example, being more precise and optimizing an article around the phrase 'houses for sale in x city' will yield higher search rankings than just 'housing market.' A good tool to use is Google Trends, which allows you to search for real estate-related keywords and phrases that will help improve your rankings. Additionally, leveraging blog management services can help ensure your content is optimized and consistently aligned with the latest SEO trends, boosting both relevance and search engine visibility.

Shorten URLs and Meta Descriptions

Both search engines and users can be confused and turned off by URLs that are too long and complicated. The URLs for each of your pages should be relatively short and straightforward about what the content is about (a good example is websitename.com/articletitle).

Likewise, meta descriptions (the little description that shows up below each search engine result) do not have a direct effect on SEO, but well-written ones are often key to getting web users to click on your site. Keep the meta description at 160 characters or less, or it will get cut off in most search engines and won't be as effective. The same goes for meta titles, which should be no longer than 60 characters.

Use Links

Both internal and external links can be highly effective for SEO. To keep your audience on your website and increase conversions, add internal links (where they make sense) to help them discover other pages. Likewise, linking to authoritative outside websites can help make your website more established with Google.

In addition to the links on your own website, building backlinks from other websites to yours will help establish your site's authority. If you are quoted about real estate in a local news article, for example, ask them if they can link to your website in the article.

Even the most experienced SEO professionals cannot boost a website's rankings in just days. In fact, it often takes months to start seeing real results. Don't be afraid to use tools like Google Analytics to track your progress. Above all, remember that your website exists to provide useful information to both current and prospective real estate customers. When you have great content and are using good SEO practices, success is just around the corner!