Our Favorite Listings For The Week: Art-Consultant for $12.75M Renovated Museum Mile Luxury Co-Op

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1120 Fifth Avenue, Apt. 11C | $12,750,000 | Agents: Brian J. Manning and Christopher E. Franklin, Brown Harris Stevens

Once in a great while, a storied past meets a modern sensibility to create a unique, contemporary masterpiece. Such is the stunning co-op Apartment 11C at 1120 - the J.E.R. Carpenter iconic creation, perfectly located on New York's fabled Fifth Avenue.

Listed by Brown Harris Stevens brokers Brian J. Manning and Christopher E. Franklin, Apartment 11C at the iconic 1120 Fifth Avenue co-op has completed a painstaking three-year renovation inspired by its location along Manhattan’s famed Museum Mile. Home to a distinguished collection of contemporary art and with 50 feet of picture-perfect views of Central Park, this gallery-like home is now for sale. The home's elegant curves and angles are reminiscent of The Guggenheim and designed with the displaying works of art in mind

In celebration of the current owner’s enjoyment of the unique attributes the design presents, a closing gift has already been arranged for the new buyer, so that they and their new artwork can instantly feel at home.

The buyers of this inspired home will also acquire the services of famed art consultant, Liz Fensterstock who has been featured in Vogue. The brokers have partnered with Ms. Fensterstock who will assist buyers with their collection – advising, acquiring, installing, etc.

This apartment, as a result of an enormous and painstaking three-year renovation, has every conceivable amenity (central air conditioning, gas-burning fireplace, huge picture windows, wide-plank white oak floors, state-of-the art electronic sound system and shades, etc.) as well as an east/west orientation that floods it with light from morning sunrise to evening sunset.

The semi-private vestibule opens to a large, museum-quality gallery (with an extraordinary powder room) that leads to a grand combined living/dining room - almost 30 feet with three very large tilt and turn picture windows. There is also an adjoining library/bedroom and bath.

1120 Fifth Avenue is a full-service, white-glove building with live-in super, new gym, and a bike room. The apartment comes with a large private storage unit. There are summer works rules, a 1.3% flip tax to be paid by the buyer, 30% financing is allowed, and pets are welcome.

Located across the street from Central Park and minutes from The Metropolitan Museum, The Guggenheim, The Frick, and Carnegie Hill's wonderful restaurants and shops, private showings can easily be arranged in this premier building.

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"Flipping Out" Star Jeff Lewis Sells Home for Close to $5.2M

In Bravo real estate news Jeff Lewis’ recently cllosed his home for nearly $5.2M and the property was listed by Josh Altman, Matt Altman and Heather Altman of Douglas Elliman.

Designed by celebrity designer Jeff Lewis, this ultra-private, modern masterpiece is perched above the famed Sunset Strip capturing explosive city and ocean views. Sparing no detail, this one-of-a-kind home spans over 3,900sqft of living with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Behind the gated courtyard with tall hedging, you are welcomed into the home through custom double steel and glass front doors.

The main living area is an entertainer's dream boasting an open floor plan, high ceilings, and an abundance of natural light. From the great room with a custom wet bar, sliding glass doors open to an expansive outdoor deck allowing for quintessential California living.

The oversized chef's kitchen exemplifies modern perfection with custom stained rift white oak cabinetry, dramatic polished Arabescato marble countertops and top-of-the-line Subzero/Wolf/KitchenAid/Miele appliances.

The luxurious owner's suite with panoramic city views, a large wardrobe dressing room, and stained rift white oak wall coverings is second to none. The spa-like master bathroom is equipped with an oversized rainfall shower, freestanding 60" tub, and picturesque views. The outdoor deck showcases a pebble tec pool/spa overlooking the Los Angeles skyline.

Equipped with the latest technology the home features a Sonos system controlled by iPads, an advanced security system, and Lutron lighting throughout. This state-of-an-art oasis is ready for the most discerning buyer.

Moments to the top restaurants and shopping on Sunset Blvd. Parking for 4 with a 2 car garage and 2 additional spaces on the driveway.

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Real Estate News: Corcoran arrives in Connecticut

 Corcoran Group, LLC today announced its continued expansion by welcoming its newest affiliate and entrance into the state of Connecticut with the launch of Corcoran Centric Realty, owned and led by Jeffrey Jackson, based in Greenwich. The announcement, made by Pamela Liebman, President and CEO of The Corcoran Group, marks another significant occasion for the firm.

A beautiful place to call home and under an hour-long commute to Manhattan, Greenwich, Connecticut boasts 32 miles of shoreline, more than 4,000 acres of parkland, and over 150 miles of horseback riding trails. There is a broad mix of properties in the area including unique single-family homes, estates, and high-end condos all in varying architectural styles, including many homes and properties that have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With central Greenwich also having evolved into a prime local business district, it is a perfect fit for Corcoran's continued growth throughout the United States, further establishing the brand in the Northeast.

"Greenwich is an amazing area that we've had our eye on for quite some time now, so to have strong agents joining us who are already very well-versed in the region, and to have the opportunity for our New York City, Westchester, and Hudson Valley agents to expand their referral business is a win-win," said Liebman. "Jeff and the team at Corcoran Centric Realty have grown tremendously over the last few years, and we're honored that they are the first to bring the brand to Connecticut. Their ability to leverage data and analytics to enhance and develop their business is impressive, and I'm excited to see what they'll accomplish as part of Corcoran."

The firm formerly known as Centric Property Group was founded by Jackson in 2001, serving clients in Greenwich and surrounding areas including Westport, Darien, and New Canaan. Throughout the course of his more than two-decade career, Jackson has personally identified, negotiated, and closed more than $1 billion in high-end waterfront, estate, and penthouse properties. Today, the firm houses the #1 independent team in Greenwich, and collectively closed nearly $200 million in sales in 2021.

"Our motto has always been 'be the best and work with the best', so when we were invited to affiliate with Corcoran, we seized that opportunity in recognition of everything it would bring to both our agents and our clients," said Jackson. "Growing our firm and bringing industry-leading marketing and technology to our entire sphere is something I'm very excited about, and we're eager for this next chapter as Corcoran Centric Realty."

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Best NYC Rental Buildings with Spectacular Work From Home Views

With more than 50 percent of New Yorkers still working fully remote, NYC developers continue to offer creative, luxurious amenity spaces for residents to call “the office.” From rooftops to indoor/outdoor lounges to outdoor tables for warmer weather, new rental buildings are ensuring your WFH views are spectacular. See below some of the best views you won’t want to miss out on.

325 Kent in Williamsburg: The uniquely modern rental units at 325 Kent are arranged around an elevated courtyard that looks out through a dramatic opening to reveal permanent unobstructed views of Domino Park, the East River and Manhattan skyline. When tenants want some fresh air while sitting at their laptop, they can head up to the 7,000-square-foot roof deck overlooking the Williamsburg Bridge, Brooklyn and Manhattan or to the 2,000-square-foot fourth-floor courtyard.

5203 Center Boulevard in Long Island City: Developed by TF Cornerstone, 52-03 Center Boulevard offers breathtaking natural light and unmatched views overlooking Brooklyn, Long Island City and Manhattan. Residents have access to a full roster of amenities, including a multitude of expansive outdoor spaces, BBQ grills, club room and lounge, children’s playroom, fitness center, yoga room, laundry facilities and HomeWork — TF Cornerstone’s signature resident-exclusive co-working space. With breathtaking views of the waterfront from the co-working space, residents can enjoy a relaxing atmosphere to work from home.

One South First in Williamsburg: Two Trees’ One South First is an iconic luxury apartment on the Williamsburg waterfront, located right on Domino Park. Tenants can work from the breathtaking outdoor lounge pool at a dining table, by the landscaped sundeck, or head up to the 46th floor to work in a private cabana while taking in the sweeping views of the East River and Manhattan skyline.

Gotham Point in Long Island City: With an emphasis on creating an inclusive community, the Gotham Organization has envisioned Gotham Point as a mixed-income, multigenerational residential community, adding to the vibrant, dynamic Long Island City and Hunter’s Point South neighborhoods. Residents will have access to dedicated co-working lounges with breakout meeting rooms, private phone rooms and multi-person desks fully equipped with outlets — providing the perfect space to call “the office.”

Plank Road’s indoor/outdoor lounge. Credit: VMI rendering for IF Studio.

Plank Road in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn: One of the newest developments in Pacific Park by The Brodsky Organization, Plank Road offers a full suite of unparalleled amenities for residents — including an indoor/outdoor lounge with a landscaped terrace on the 18th floor and a rooftop pool with lounge chairs. These perfect spots to work in the sun while enjoying a sweeping view of the city.

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Record-Breaking Park Slope Condo Opens to Residents

Closings are now underway for One Prospect Park West, the historic condo renovation that broke Park Slope’s sales record with a $6.5 million penthouse. Now 60% sold and officially open to residents, the building is gearing up to unveil an impressive amenity collection this spring.

Buyers have been captivated by the development’s unique history as the former Knights of Columbus clubhouse built in 1925, spacious homes, proximity to Prospect Park and the opportunity to live in WORKSTEAD’s first residential building. Select homes remain available, with pricing starting at $2.35 million for a two-bed, two-bath home.

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Douglas Elliman Hits Highest Closed Sales and Transactions Volume in a Decade

 Douglas Elliman Realty, one of the largest residential brokerage companies in the New York metropolitan area and the sixth largest in the U.S., announces today that the firm had a record-breaking 2021. Nationwide sales totaled approximately $51.2 billion, the highest sales volume in ten years with a total of approximately 32,400 sales transactions, also the highest in a decade.

 “We are enormously proud of our unflagging agents, managers and staff across the country who all contributed to the enormous success we achieved in 2021,” said Howard M. Lorber, Douglas Elliman Inc.’s CEO. “2021 proved to be a banner year, culminating with our greatest listing yet: DOUG trading on the New York Stock Exchange.”

Accolades for Douglas Elliman include being number one in New York City in listing volume, number one in Long Island in sold units, sales volume and agent count, and number one in Miami Dade County in sold units. Price records were also broken in Boston, Aspen, Orange County, California, the Hamptons, Greenwich and Palm Beach.

“I am so proud of our exceptional agents and teams who helped us reach this pivotal moment in our company’s 111-year history,” said Scott Durkin, CEO of Douglas Elliman. “Through their hard work and dedication, our brokerage was able to surpass our highest sales and transactions in over a decade.”

The firm also expanded their footprints in Texas, to Dallas and Austin, and in Florida, to Naples and Jacksonville. And in the northeast, the firm began operations on Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket and opened a new office in downtown Greenwich. 

Douglas Elliman Development Marketing also had an outstanding 2021 and finished the year with more than 1,000 closed units totaling just over $3.2 billion. DEDM took over sales at Pritzker Prize-winning Jean Nouvel and interior designer Thierry Despont’s 53 West 53 and launched sales at Mandarin Oriental Residences Fifth Avenue. In Florida, they sold out VistaBlue, 5000 North Ocean and Bristol Palm Beach in the Greater Palm Beach area and The Ritz-Carlton Residences in Miami Beach.

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Inside The $100 Million Connecticut Home

Jennifer Leahy, founder of The Jennifer Leahy Team at Douglas Elliman, just brought 19 Great Island in Darien, CT back to market with the new price of $100,000,000.

Great Island is a 60-acre waterfront estate loved by the same family for over 100 years. The compound is the largest private island ever to be offered for sale on the East Coast, with over one mile of coastline on the Long Island Sound. There is a white sandy beach and deep-water dock that can accommodate a 100-foor-yacht.

There are multiple dwellings on the property, but the main house is 13,000 sqft with 10 bedrooms, 8 full and 2 half bathrooms. In 1930s, Addison Mizner did renovations to the home.

The beloved home to the same family for generations, this is the largest private island ever to be offered for sale on the East Coast and represents a once in a lifetime opportunity to enjoy your own supremely private paradise in one of the regions most exclusive locales. Surrounded by sparkling blue waters and approached via a causeway, the centerpiece of the property is a circa 1905 13,000sf manor, reminiscent of a romantic Italian villa and beautifully detailed with the fine craftsmanship for which the era is known.

The world-class equestrian facilities designed by renowned architect, Rafael Gustavino, known for his work on Grand Central Station and St. John the Divine. It includes a 18-stall granite stable, an indoor and outdoor riding ring, polo field, riding trails and numerous paddocks.

Exceptional for its history, architectural beauty and spectacular natural surroundings, theres no doubt that Great Island represents one of the nations most extraordinary offerings.

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Our Favorite Listings For The Week: Luxury On Fifth Ave

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1049 Fifth Avenue, Apartment 4D | $2,495,000 | Agents: Dorothy Schrager of Coldwell Banker Warburg.

It’s commonplace in the real estate industry to throw around phrases like “mint condition,” “top-of-the-line,” or even “luxury” and “premier.” But in the case of this opulent, palatial two-bedroom, two-bathroom property at 1049 Fifth Avenue, Apartment 4D, those phrases hardly do it justice.

This apartment — a boutique condominium in a beautiful, pre-war building on Fifth Avenue — is radiant from floor to ceiling. New, hardwood wide plank flooring spans the unit, along with built-in cabinets, and numerous closets and storage areas. No expense was spared, providing the utmost convenience for residents. The bedrooms and main living space have separate climate controls, and the bathrooms and kitchen feature high-end, modern appliances and fixtures. There’s even a washer and dryer! Owners will also love the open views from the primary bedroom and living room, which allow for sunlight to fill both spaces.

The property comprises more than 1,200 square feet of living space in one of the city’s prime locations. Situated on the Upper East Side near the intersection of East 86th Street and Fifth Avenue, owners will be near Central Park, the Met, and numerous other museums. Plus, there are myriad shopping and dining options in the neighborhood. The building itself has full-time door staff and concierge service as well.

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Ryan Serhant Plays Director In New Short Film The Westly

This morning Ryan Serhant unveiled a new video for The Westly where he plays the director in this comical film showcasing the properties highlights. The new film titled, "BTW - Behind the Westly" offers a behind-the-scenes look inside The Westly, a boutique, 20-story condo development located at 251 West 91st Street. The film stars Ryan Serhant, founder of the multidimensional real estate brokerage firm SERHANT. and star of Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing New York. The film was produced by SERHANT. Studios.

The Westly, developed by Adam America Real Estate and Northlink Capital, consists of two- to five-bedroom homes, with select homes offering private outdoor terraces. The residences range in size from approximately 1,252 to 3,524 square feet, with asking prices starting at approximately $2.625 million for a two-bedroom to $13.5 million for a five-bedroom home. SERHANT. New Development is managing the marketing and sales for The Westly.

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Our Favorite Open Houses This Weekend

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Boerum Hill

WHERE: 610 Warren Street #2D, Brooklyn

CCOST: $1,245,000

WHEN: Saturday, February 5th and Sunday, February 6th from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Description: 610 Warren Street offers the opportunity to own a spacious convertible 1 Bedroom that features a spacious den and over 800 square feet of private outdoor space that instantly greets you upon arrival.

This southern-facing home features a flexible and spacious floor plan. The entrance leads to an open kitchen and living room with 7.5 white oak floors. The open island layout is ideal for entertaining and includes ample amounts of storage space. The home also features an LG washer and dryer.

Designed by Paris Forino, the custom kitchen features Brazilian Arabescato honed countertops are paired with ceramic white tile backsplash for simple elegance. The integrated Liebherr refrigerator blends seamlessly into the background, while the built-in cutting board and in-island blackened-steel storage niche call to attention the thoughtful design found at every turn. The kitchen appliances include all stainless steel Bosch appliance suites, including, cooktop, oven, dishwasher, and microwave drawer.

The bathroom exudes a spa-like demeanor, with Sivec marble wall tile, tundra grey honed marble floor in a custom pattern, and a built-in soaking tub with Sivec marble surround is paired with chrome Waterworks fixtures and accessories.

Amenities include a 24-hour concierge, landscaped roof deck, children’s playroom, resident’s lounge, and fitness center.

Bedroom : 1

Bathroom: 1

West Village

WHERE: 345 West 13th Street, 2A

COST: $4.750,000

WHEN: Sunday, February 6th, 1 pm -2:30 pm.

Description: Loft living at it's finest in this West Village gem! Spanning almost 2,400 square feet, residence 2A affords optimal comfort for your needs with generous, versatile interiors that are quiet, elegant, light filled and richly appointed. The gracious apartment boasts beautiful finishes and exudes character with airy 10-foot ceilings, tall columns, lovely hardwood floors, painted exposed brick, open archways, steel I-beams and chic lighting reflecting modern industrial style. Generous living and dining rooms brightened by oversized windows enjoy a seamless flow for hosting guests. An opaque glass wall with tri-fold door gives way to a handsome library/office. With the main living space so expansive, it would be easy to reconfigure the current 2 bedroom + library layout into 3 full windowed bedrooms + a library/office if desired. The sunny high-end eat-in kitchen styled with wood cabinetry, black granite counters and premium stainless steel appliance is accessed by a unique greenhouse passageway, which overlooks the lush courtyard of a historic neighboring church. Your primary suite is a soothing retreat presenting an oversized custom-fitted walk in closet, and opulent spa bath with radiant heated floors. A deep soaking tub, separate shower, dual-sink vanity with custom-fabricated countertops, and private water closet create a sense of calm. A wall of built-in shelving and a huge walk-in closet enhance the 2nd bedroom. Other highlights include 2 full baths, a laundry room, through-wall AC, massive closets, and a deeded storage bin in the basement located next to the bike storage.

Built in 1920 by John Jacob Astor as a former manufacturing site, 345 West 13th Street is a stunning 7-story condo conversion with 46 lofts and a grand restored facade. The full-time elevator building has a doorman, live-in super, and landscaped common roof terrace. Set at the corner of Hudson Street in the heart of the West Village, close to the High Line, trendy restaurants, boutiques, museums, Chelsea Market, public transportation and other conveniences. There are currently two assessments in place totaling $1258/ month.

Bedroom : 2

Bathroom: 2

Upper West Side

WHERE: 2373 Broadway #1027

COST: $915,000

WHEN: By Appointment Only

Description: This sunny and spacious one-bedroom in the prestigious Boulevard Condop is now available for sale.
In pristine condition, Unit 1027 boasts a spacious living room with ample space for a dining area, a California-style pass-through kitchen with upgraded appliances, an oversize bedroom, and three amazing closets, one a walk-in.
Further features include an all-white Carrera marble tiled bathroom, mint condition Brazilian cherry wood floors throughout the unit, and gentle north light throughout the day.
This is a classic and beautiful one-bedroom living space, perfect for those seeking the same!

The Boulevard is an Extraordinary Full-Service Condop located at West 86th Street & Broadway.
Complimentary amenities here include a State of the Art Health Club with a spacious terrace, a full range of cardio equipment and free weights, a 75’ lap pool, basketball, squash, and racquetball courts, and newly renovated men and women’s dressing rooms with showers, steam rooms, and saunas.

Bedroom : 1

Bathroom: 1

Inside The (Almost) $35 Million Dollar Home Where Dreams Are Made Of

Looking to escape New York without going too far and having a a dream home to call your own is now possible. Located in mid-country, 15 Dairy Road in Greenwich has been listed for $34,990,000 by Brown Harris Stevens agent Rob Johnson, Robjohnson@bhsusa.com, 203-979-2360.

Built in 2008, the 16,359-square-foot mansion with 7-bedrooms and 9 ½ bathrooms on 5+ gated acres is known for its classic design, hilltop views of Long Island Sound, and underground tunnel which takes you to a sleek and modern pool house.

Enter the tree lined gravel driveway to one of the most elevated lots in Greenwich, with views of Long Island Sound from multiple rooms. A light filled first floor features a grand entry hall leading to a superb office with bathroom, bar, and exterior door leading to wonderful wildflower gardens and lawns designed by Reed Hilderbrand.

Grand scale formal living room. Large, bright, fully equipped kitchen with dramatic onyx counter tops and expansive metal framed windows overlooking the rear gardens. Beautiful pocket doors can screen all catering areas for more formal entertaining.

Large family office / homework area, family room. Sun filled hallway connects to mudroom, parking, 4 car garage and staff office, complete with shower, kitchenette and laundry. Master suite with large deck, his and hers bathroom areas, and large, separate WIC's.

4 further bedrooms on the second floor, all ensuite and oversized laundry area. Third floor features a billiard room / entertaining area with views of the water and NYC. Large 6th bedroom suite, with views, which could also be used for a very private office area.

Lower level includes media room, large gym with natural light, library and a connecting underground

Photo’s courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens

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Real Estate Moves: McKenzie Ryan Joins Douglas Elliman

McKenzie Ryan

Douglas Elliman Realty, has announced that McKenzie Ryan has joined the brokerage’s flagship office located at 575 Madison Avenue in Manhattan. From here, McKenzie will leverage Elliman’s culture of connectivity to network and work with agents in the Hamptons, Westchester, Connecticut, South Florida and California. 

“McKenzie is one to watch. Not only is she highly regarded in the industry for her impeccable work ethic, but she is also a branding and marketing machine,” said Scott Durkin, CEO of Douglas Elliman Realty, LLC. “We are confident she will thrive with us at Elliman.”

In the last 12 months, McKenzie heavily utilized her social media presence to market and sell her client’s properties and successfully transacted $10,666,000 in volume from Instagram alone. In fact, her listings spent an average of 18 days on the market and 66.7% of her listings sold above the asking price.

“I am thrilled to join such a powerhouse firm,” said McKenzie. “I am drawn to Douglas Elliman’s first-class resources in technology, marketing and public relations. I look forward to collaborating with the industry’s top talent to expand my business outside of New York City to the Hamptons and Westchester.”

In 2019, Forbes named McKenzie the top New York Power Broker – making her the youngest broker ever to earn this title. Her ability to achieve record prices for her sellers and manage complex negotiations has also earned her industry-wide recognition in Business Insider as well as Crain’s New York. She specializes in both resale and new development in the luxury condo and townhouse sectors, bringing an impressive portfolio of clientele ranging from high-profile entertainers, athletes, and artists to globally recognized executives and investors to the firm.

“McKenzie is the perfect addition to the Douglas Elliman family,” said Richard Ferrari, President and CEO of Douglas Elliman New York City and Northeast Region. “She has quickly grown to become a force in New York real estate. Her experience in social media, design and architecture in addition to her successful track record in high-end sales and rentals makes her a natural fit for our brokerage.”

McKenzie regularly appears in top-tier publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, Business insider, The New York Post and more. She specializes in digital and social media, selling numerous properties through her social media channels and has impressively amassed a following of nearly 58,000 people on Instagram.

McKenzie dedicates her time to historic preservation in New York City, photographing and writing about historic buildings in addition to channeling her passion for dance into a mentoring program for young gymnasts and ballerinas from the Wendy Hilliard Foundation and Dance Theater of Harlem. Here, McKenzie teaches youth on how to harness their talents in the arts to transition into other industries and build successful careers.

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Our Favorite Listings For The Week Inside John Legend & Chrissy Teigen List $18M NYC

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Brewster Carriage House, 374 BROOME ST , PHN/PHS | $18,000,000 | Agents: Noble Black, David Son, Jennifer Stillman and Corinne (Cory) Cahlon of Douglas Elliman

Located at 374 Broome Street, a landmarked, 19th-century building known as the Brewster Carriage House, the two contiguous penthouses span nearly 6,200 square feet with six bedrooms.

Mr. Legend told The Wall Street Journal that, “We’ve realized that because of work and everything, we’re really mostly going to be in Los Angeles, so we’re going to focus our home-building energy and renovation energy on what we’re doing in L.A.”

For background, Mr. Legend is known for hits such as “All of Me” and “Love Me Now” and recently sold his songwriting catalog to KKR & Co. and BMG. Ms. Teigen’s cookbook “Cravings: All Together” was published last fall.

The combination would allow for the ultimate level of privacy occupying half of the 5th floor and the entire 6th floor with triple exposures to the south, east and north. Entering directly off the elevator leads to the stunning corner great room with soaring 12-foot ceilings filled with natural light. The fully reimagined open kitchen has been upgraded with a luxe Miele appliance package, Amuneal bespoke custom cabinets and anchored by a central island clad in Cristallo natural white quartz. In its current configuration, the great room comes complete with a gas fireplace, integrated sound system with a 133" projector screen, custom wine cellar underneath the stairs and eight oversized windows - three of which open to Juliet balconies. The combination could allow for further expansion of the great room to almost 1,200 square feet of entertaining space.

Under the proposed plan, the remainder of the 6th floor would allow for three secondary bedrooms and a beautiful primary suite that offers a plethora of opportunities to create the ultimate sanctuary - furnished with a skylight, gas fireplace, a generous dressing room and a sublime primary bath. The existing secondary bedrooms are oversized and the home's additional baths are finished in classic white Bianco Dolomiti marble, Mutina Bark stone tiles, walnut vanities and radiant heat flooring.

The home continues on to the 5th floor with another living area that could be transformed into a media room or separate guest suite. Two additional bedrooms with en-suite baths complete the combination. The penthouse features in-house amenities such as home alarm and integrated sound systems, motorized shades, in-unit washer/dryer and central heat and air.

The Brewster Carriage House is a 9-unit boutique condominium conversion complete in 2012. Originally built in 1900, 374 Broome Street was home to Brewster and Co. - a premier horse carriage maker. Located in Nolita, the building sits at the cusp of many surrounding dynamic neighborhoods with easy access to shopping, eateries and transportation.

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Real Estate Moves: Ian Ament Joins The Field Team

Ian Ament

The Field Team at Sotheby's International Realty, led by Nikki Field, is pleased to formally announce the appointment of Ian Ament as Operations Manager. Ament brings nearly ten years of experience to The Field Team at Sotheby's International Realty, who holds the longstanding status as the #1 team at the renowned brokerage. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Ian to the team,” said Nikki Field, Founder of The Field Team. “He brings a keen eye for value and analytical approach that further enhances our offering, allowing us to deliver even greater service to our clients.”

Ament is an expert in luxury real estate analysis and will provide valuable guidance as well as technical macro and micro viewpoints to buyers and sellers to help them make informed decisions. His daily market analysis of trends and comparable properties are tailored to the needs of each client, so they are afforded a deep understanding of the facts, figures, and ideal options. Prior to joining The Field Team, Ament worked with several top New York City-based real estate brokerages, specializing in ultra-high-end sales and rentals in neighborhoods including Midtown, Northern and Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn. 

“I am honored to be joining this prestigious and top-producing team,” said Ament. “My passion for real estate, coupled with my experience in finance and economics, has given me the ability to be a strategic sales advisor.  I look forward to implementing those practices here to best support the team and our clients throughout all stages of the real estate process.”

Ms. Field has been a dynamic presence with Sotheby’s International Realty since 1998 and pioneered the team sales model in Manhattan. With an unrivaled specialty in Manhattan's luxury co-op, condo, townhouse, and new development markets, The Field Team has set numerous record-breaking prices and transacted over $3.5 billion in sales to date.

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What You Need to Know Before Selling Homes Outside the City

Working in real estate can be rewarding when you find the right path and learn the ways of the trade. If you've been selling homes in the city and want to venture and try selling outside of the city, there are a few things you will need to keep in mind. Here are some of them to give you an easy time when you start.

Work With Local Agents

If you haven't put up many houses for sale in the area before, you may not be aware of the right protocols and methods. For this reason, you need to work with local agents so they can help guide you. If you're working with a firm, find out if they have an intranet on which you can communicate with fellow agents. This will be helpful as they may already have buyers who want to move into the area and so your job will become a bit easier. With 70% of all business partnerships failing according to statistics, you want to make sure you partner up with the right agents so it's a beneficial relationship.

Social Media Can Be Helpful

In the current age where a large population is on different social medial platforms, your best method to reach potential buyers is by looking for them on social media. Create accounts on different platforms and start to work with them to reach new potential buyers. You will also benefit from learning catchy techniques to get people's attention, like attaching relevant hashtags, posting at the right times, and more. You will have an easy time reaching more people if you use geotagging in your posts, so try it out and you will have a better reach than you would have had.

Know the Most Important Amenities

In different areas, people will have different needs and as such, they will value different features and amenities more in certain areas than in others. Take time to know your market base and find out what they want the most. This will help you know what you need to focus on when looking for houses to sell as well as the features to play up when you're marketing and staging your houses. For instance, if you are selling houses in one of the over 13 million households in the United States that rely on private wells for their drinking water, you will have an easier time selling a house with a functional well than one without it.

Hosting Open Houses is Important

People like having a feel of the type of house they're buying before they make a commitment. In different locations, especially outside of the city where it's a lot more easy-going and relaxed, it will be important for people looking to buy a house to have access to it and look around. Make this opportunity for your clients so that you don't miss out on a sale just because a buyer who may have been interested in it was unable to view it in detail.

Staging Can Make a Big Difference

Finally, while you host open houses, remember to stage the homes you're trying to sell. Find the right balance of cozy warmth and professional personalization so that you appeal to buyers. Don't push them away by creating an air that's more like having them in someone's home rather than in a home they should picture as their own. While you're playing up the good features of a house, remember that landscaping can add up to 14% to a home's resale value and also work on it.

These considerations will make it easier for you to sell homes outside the city successfully. You will enjoy catering to a different niche of clients and will find that all you need to do is understand their needs better.