Homes You Need To Make Appointments For 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 West Side

WHERE: 2109 Broadway, APT 4-126

SIZE: 2 Beds | 2 Baths

COST: $2,100,000

About: Enter a grand 24-foot entrance hall with 10’ 9” ceilings that leads into a fabulous corner living-dining entertaining space with three oversized windows and elegant Juliet balconies. The dining area has a chic built-in cushioned seating banquet. There is a state-of-the art open kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances. The spacious primary bedroom has a huge en-suite bath. The second bedroom also has a full bath which can double as a powder room for guests. Quintessential pre-war details include stunning herringbone floors, oversized windows, and beautiful moldings. This mint condition apartment boasts central AC, a washer/dryer, overhead lighting, and closets galore.

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Upper East Side

WHERE: 340 East 74th Street #PHD

SIZE: 1 Beds | 1 Baths

COST: $995,000

About:  This fabulous one-bedroom penthouse with a private terrace has been completely renovated and expanded past the original floor plan. All finishes and appliances are of outstanding quality: custom designed cabinetry, Bertazzoni stove, Miele dishwasher, Blomberg refrigerator, white oak floors and Verde Matisse granite counter tops. Envision the sunrise with your coffee on the 30' x 6.5-foot Terrace and enjoy the sunset glow with a glass of wine. The Avon House is a charming boutique Co-op with a Roof Top Oasis that is a treasure. The apartment is listed for $995,000 and is represented by Chris Halstead, Sharon Fahy, and Nicole O’Reilly.

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Clinton HIll

WHERE:  168 Saint James Place

SIZE: 3 Bedroom | 2.5 Bath

COST: $2,750,000

About:  Located on one of the prettiest tree-lined blocks of historic Clinton Hill is this exceptional single family, four-story brownstone. Fully renovated within the past four years with a clever blend of historic details and modern conveniences, 168 Saint James Place is a Brooklyn townhouse dream come true. The heart of the home is the garden floor which houses a stunning double-flanked white chef's kitchen with large sliding glass doors that open to the deep private garden. The kitchen itself is exceptionally well-appointed with white marble countertops, custom cabinetry, high-end appliances and cozy radiant floor heating throughout. The apartment is listed for $2,750,000 and is represented by Nadine Adamson and Kelsey Hall.

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NYC Broker and Social Media Agency Founder, Ryan Garson, Partners with Compass

Compass announced that Ryan Garson and his six-person team have joined the firm. Garson, an influential Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate agent who has transacted over $100 million in sales, will pair his personalized approach and innovative marketing aptitude with Compass' in-house creative teams and the company's industry-leading technology to reimagine what is possible. 

"Ryan's entrepreneurial and creative talents will elevate what is it means to provide great service to his clients," said Rory Golod, President, Tri-State. 

Aside from his working as an agent, Ryan also leads Very Social, a strategic creative and social media agency that specializes in building and amplifying the brands of real estate professionals around the country through tailored social media strategies. As part of his partnership with Compass, Ryan will have access to the firm's extensive network and will be a preferred agency vendor. 

The partnership comes at a time when Compass is heavily investing in tech-oriented solutions. This month, the company acquired Modus, a Seattle-based startup that automates the closing process of selling a home. Earlier this year, the venture-backed firm announced the release of Compass Lens, an AI-powered tool that allows homeowners to envision what homes would look like with cosmetic upgrades to maximize the home's value. 

"Joining Compass provides me with unrivaled technology and dedicated support staff that will help me better serve my clients," said Garson. "Real estate and marketing are constantly evolving, and I want to be at the forefront of innovation." 

Garson was previously at Halstead, which recently merged with Brown Harris Stevens, where he achieved over 400 client success stories. He currently serves on the Garment District Board, is a founding member of the Anti-Defamation League's NY Next Generation Real Estate Group, and on the Executive Board of the 14th Street Y. 

Ryan's active listings portfolio includes  54 Warren Street, Unit PH, 77 Bleecker Street, Unit 1025, and 101 West 12th Street, Unit 3G.

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Mistakes New Homeowners Make in the Winter

Don’t let winter sneak up on you—especially if you’re a new homeowner. There are several chores and projects you should complete before fall quickly turns to winter. Unfortunately, if you don’t do some of these maintenance items and chores, it could be damaging to different areas of your new home. Don’t be an uneducated new homeowner—check out these mistakes new homeowners make in the winter to ensure you don’t make them.

Not Covering or Protecting Outdoor Faucets

You need to disconnect your outdoor water hoses, and you can’t forget to cover the spigot itself. By doing this, you prevent cold air from entering your home through the spigot. The more cold air you let in, the more you’re going to pay to keep your house heated.

In addition to covering the spigots themselves, make sure to wrap any of your exterior pipes with foam insulation. This protects against freezing.

Letting Icicles Hang from Your Gutters

It might not be fun to go out in the cold and knock down the icicles hanging from your gutters, but it’s necessary. To begin, you don’t want them falling and injuring somebody—they can be extremely sharp. In addition, when snow and ice build up in the gutter, it can cause a multitude of issues. Ultimately, when precipitation builds up and freezes, it blocks the water from draining off the roof, which can cause roof damage.

Storing Firewood Too Close to the House

Storing firewood right up against your home might sound like the best idea when you think about having to go outside and get it every single time you start a fire, but it’s most definitely not the way to go. Storing large amounts of firewood creates a cozy place for bugs and insects to live. You don’t want them to enter to your home, so the best thing to do is shake and inspect the wood before storing it away from the exterior walls of your home.

Not Properly Preparing Your Appliances

Making sure that all the appliances or household equipment you’re going to use throughout the winter are working properly is a must. For example, you’ll want to have a professional check out your furnace to ensure it’s safe and running right so that you can have heat when it starts getting chillier.

Being a new homeowner is so very exciting. Let that excitement last by educating yourself on what not to do. If you do that and avoid these mistakes new homeowners often make in the winter, your new home will be more enjoyable, and the excitement will last even longer.

Common Types of Residential Door Locks

Construction workers build your home with certain unique features, one of them being the locks on the inside and outside doors. However, there will come a time when you’ll want to update your front door/door handle or replace an interior door, and this is a chance for you to install a new type of door lock. Here are the most common types of residential door locks for you to consider.

Knob Locks

Knob locks are those cute locks shaped like flattened spheres. Knob locks are built to be turned easily. They’re used mostly for interior doors, but you can also find them on some entry doors—inside apartment buildings, for example. They can be used in many situations, but their small, round shape makes them stylish options for any interior door decorating.

Deadbolt Locks

Deadbolt locks are some of the most common and popular door locks around, especially for entry doors. You can recognize this lock because of its classic rectangular bolt of metal that slides out of the door and into the doorframe. Because it’s not a spring-loaded lock, it’s called a “dead”-bolt. One of the most secure locks you’ll come across, this is a great addition to any exterior door. They’re used mostly for interior doors, but you can also find them on some entry doors—inside apartment buildings, for example. They can be used in many situations, but their small, round shape makes them stylish options for any interior door decorating. It is similar to choosing the best door hardware.

Cam Locks

A cam lock may sound like some futuristic camera lock, but it’s actually a type of tubular lock common in secure mailboxes, file cabinets, and safes. Cam locks, or cams, come installed in many furniture doors and cabinets, making them perfect options for your interior doors, too. If you ever get in a pinch with your cam lock, it’s helpful to have a tubular lockpick set around to open the cabinet or door. You don’t want your protective measure to keep you out of your own items.

Knowing the common types of residential door locks can help you select the best option for your house upgrade. With so many varieties available, consider which will look best on your doors and match your style.

Our Favorite Listing: Two private terraces at legendary One Fifth Avenue

This week we are taking a look at One Fifth Avenue, 18EF a A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own the views of this pristine Penthouse with two private terraces at legendary One Fifth Avenue. Upon arrival, sweeping southern views greet you through oversized panoramic windows, while stepping onto the terraces, stunning city views take your breath away: to the south from majestic Washington Square Park expanding beyond the Freedom Tower, to the north showcasing the Empire State Building and boasting impressive views as far as the eye can see!

Photo Credit: Tom Grimes for Sotheby’s International Realty

Currently set up as an oversized 1 bedroom with 2 baths it can easily be reverted to 2 bedrooms. Its light- flooded loft space with southern and western exposures comprises a sprawling living-dining area with several accesses to the terraces, an oversized bar-sitting chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, and an intimate master suite with direct views and entrance to the decked terrace.

Photo’s by Tom Grimes for Sotheby’s International Realty

Upon arrival, sweeping southern views greet you through oversized panoramic windows, while stepping onto the terraces, stunning city views take your breath away: to the south from majestic Washington Square Park expanding beyond the Freedom Tower, to the north showcasing the Empire State Building and boasting impressive views as far as the eye can see!

Embracing the architectural sensibility of the landmark Art Deco building, this loft-like unit was recently fully reimagined and redesigned for contemporary luxury living: its flowing open floor plan combined with its spectacular views generate an inspiring backdrop ideally connected to the city’s most artistic and creative neighborhood. Meticulously renovated with highest standards of finishes and attention to details, this stylish residence is in move-in condition.

Martine D. Capdevielle and Brigitte Goldenberg at Sotheby’s International Realty are the listing agents.

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One Prospect Park West Sells Park Slope's Most Expensive Condo

While the pandemic may have pressed pause on sales of trophy penthouses in Manhattan, a new Brooklyn development is leading the charge with a record-setting sale, renewing confidence in the luxury market in the land of the brownstone.

One Prospect Park West, the historic Knights of Columbus clubhouse-turned-luxury-condo in Park Slope that launched sales about 60 days ago, just put into contract the most expensive condo...in Park Slope history.

credit: Binyan Studio

Asking $6.5 million, the penthouse home is not only the most expensive home on the market in the neighborhood, but also, at $2,000/square foot, the most expensive home to ever go into contract in Park Slope. With four bedrooms, four bathrooms and a 1,500-square-foot private terrace, the penthouse represents the kind of home buyers are searching for today: enough space for everyone to relax/work/learn from home, private outdoor space, mere steps from a park, and -- of course -- located in Brooklyn. This impressive sale is a strong sign for the borough during the pandemic, in a time when the city’s luxury market has significantly cooled.

Since launching sales this summer, One Prospect Park West has attracted positive interest from the market and racked up a number of deals across a variety of price points. In addition to the penthouse, Residences 3B and 2K also went into contract in October, which were listed for $2.75M and $1.8M, respectively. Buyers are snapping up the building's spacious homes that offer immediate access to Prospect Park, unprecedented skyline views and timeless design.

One Prospect Park West is the first residential development to feature interiors by WORKSTEAD, the renowned Brooklyn-based design firm, and is a rare new condominium located directly on Prospect Park. Originally built by the Knights of Columbus in 1925, the 10-story building served as a lavish hotel and club for members, replete with a ballroom, restaurant, bowling alley, billiards’ hall, indoor swimming pool, club rooms and council chambers. The building is being developed by Sugar Hill Capital Partners.

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Invisible Home Hazards You Need To Be Aware Of

Whether you’re living in your forever home or looking to move to greener pastures, your current or future home may be doing you more harm than you realize. A number of things in your home affect you every day, and you might not even realize it. Thankfully, you can take steps to manage these things once you realize how important taking care of them is. We’ll walk you through some of the invisible home hazards you need to be aware of so that you can keep yourself and your family safe from harm.

Radon Gas

You may have heard of radon before—it’s one of the noble gases on the periodic table of elements. Unfortunately, it’s anything but noble. Radon is a radioactive material that rises from below the earth and that can seep into homes from their lower points. Radon is odorless, tasteless, invisible, and the leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers.

If you’re building a new home, it’s best to put anti-radon measures in place during construction. If, on the other hand, you’re moving to an existing house, it’s worth it to get a professional radon measurement done. A lot of companies that do this also offer radon mitigation services, a highly suggested course of action to take if your radon levels are too high.

Carbon Monoxide

Carbon monoxide might be a little more familiar to you. It’s caused by wood, coal, or gasoline burning and releasing it as fumes. Carbon monoxide is also colorless, tasteless, and odorless. These fumes can even cause death during sleep. Every home should have a carbon monoxide detector running at all times. If you’re burning any of these carbon monoxide fuel sources, such as your fireplace or car, always be sure the area is well ventilated to avoid carbon monoxide building up to dangerous levels.

Mold

There are many different kinds of mold—some kinds more harmful than others—and they can hide in places where you can barely see them. Mold spores can cause several health problems, including allergy development, chronic cough and fatigue, and even immune system damage. Always stay vigilant when you’re looking at homes for anywhere it looks like water is leaking; this is where mold grows the best. There are plenty of mold-killing products to use, and you can call in professionals if you’d like; the difficult part is finding the mold in the first place.

We hope these invisible home hazards you need to be aware of have opened your eyes to the importance of being a little more cautious with your home and any home you may buy in the future. These hazards may be dangerous, but you can manage them to safe levels with a little bit of precaution.

Cohabs The Belgium Coliving Company's 1st US House Opens in Brooklyn Next Month

The Cohabs community in Brussels, which has 488 co-living bedrooms occupied, made it through the pandemic together and now the company plans to do the same in NYC. Their first building in the US will open in Crown Heights Brooklyn this November and they have two more are on the way in 2021 in Harlem, near Columbia and in East Williamsburg respectively.

The first building will be divided into two 7 bedroom houses, with two communal kitchens and two communal living rooms in addition to having a rooftop, gym, storage space, laundry and garden.

The growing global brand, which exemplifies the future of urban living, is coming to New York City with three beautiful and fully furnished houses opening in the next year. Rent begins at $1160 and leases range from three months, to six months, to one year. This first 6,000 square foot, 14-unit community driven space will play host to monthly events, intimate breakfasts and dinners for tenants with the goal of cultivating a strong and dynamic community between cohabitants, while safety is top of mind. Cohabs’ mission is to create a global community through an extraordinary shared living experience and in addition to a life changing mobile app. The demographic of Cohabs overseas is 21-35 year old, single expats and locals alike, who are willing to experiment with coliving and who share similar values, whether it’s growing their food organically, or composting waste.

Unsure about a co-living space in the time of COVID? Rest assure all staff members will be masked and daily temperature checks for employees will take place. Proper air filtration systems are currently in place. The move-in process has been adapted with reinforced sanitary and safety measures. Every Cohabs member will receive a washable face mask to use in communal spaces. And Cohabs goes the extra mile by providing a doctor's hotline for added support and peace of mind.

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Our Favorite Halloween Collaboration Apothic Wine Halloween At Home With Sarah Michelle Gellar

Halloween is looking a little different this year, so to help celebrate at home, Sarah Michelle Gellar teamed up with Apothic Wine to bring the mischief inside through a virtual one-of-a-kind experience.

"I've always been a fan of Apothic wine. I love how smooth their blends are and drawn in by how the wines challenge convention," said Sarah Michelle Gellar. "Creating this journey together has been so much fun—I've actually spooked myself at times. Like everyone else, I'll be celebrating Halloween at home this year. Now, I feel connected to everyone who will be watching and experiencing their own Apothic adventure."

An Evening of Intrigue: Choose Your Apothic Journey is a virtual one-of-a-kind experience that promises a night that's anything but ordinary and guides rebel wine lovers through a mysterious adventure, narrated by Sarah Michelle Gellar. Not for the faint of heart, each element of the experience will ignite curiosity and result in the discovery of the perfect Apothic wine for those who dare to take the journey.

Try for yourself through to this link to have a night that’s anything but ordinary.

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Homes You Need To Make Appointments For 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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Sutton Place

WHERE: 333 East 57th Street, Apt 15B

SIZE: 3 Beds | 4 Baths

COST: $2,750,000

About: An elegant sophisticated 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms home is filled with sunlight and expansive city views of the North, South and East. The semiprivate landing leads to a spacious foyer, living room which features a wood burning fire place, formal dining room and Chef’s kitchen. The 3 bedrooms are located on the east wing – all bedrooms are ample size and include full en-suite bathrooms and walk-in closets.

The spacious eat-in kitchen is a chef’s dream with oversized window, excellent light, and equipped with designer appliances including 6 range Viking gas stove, Gaggenau dishwasher and a Sub-zero fridge.

The building was the home of the author Edgar Lawrence Doctorow from 2000 till his death in 2015, he was inducted into the New York State Writers Hall of Fame in 2012. Designed in 1926 by the architectural firm Cox and Holden, in collaboration with the premier Café Society interior designer Dorothy Draper, 333 East 57th Street is a highly revered white-glove cooperative known for its graceful proportions and intelligent layouts.

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Nomad

WHERE: 130 West 30th Street, Apartment #17A

SIZE: 2 Beds | 2 Baths

COST: $3,895,000

About:  This high-floor condominium home is perched above the bustle, overlooking Midtown to the North, Hudson Yards to the West, and Nomad to the East.

Enter from your semi-private landing into this beautifully renovated, and meticulously maintained, 2256 square-foot, two-bedroom, 2.5 bath property that could easily convert to three bedrooms. This voluminous loft enjoys wide-open city views and show-stopping sunlight, 10' ceilings, wide-plank hardwood floors, LED recessed lighting, custom-built-ins, a/v sound wiring throughout, and outside-venting washer/dryer. Truly, a dream apartment. Features include spacious entry with powder room, 37-foot long great room with open floor-plan living/dining/kitchen ideal for entertaining, and a window-wall of open views. Perfect for live/work, the apartment features a private study/office with oversized pocket door, and a second custom build home office area with window views.

A true Chef's kitchen you can delight in with a Miele package of double ovens, and dishwasher, a Sub-Zero package of double freezer-drawers, refrigerator, and wine cooler, custom lacquer cabinets, a 14-foot Marble-clad freestanding island, large walk-in pantry closet, and hammered stainless steel backsplash.

The massive corner bedroom suite features double exposures to the North and East, while a windowed dressing room features custom pearwood millwork, fitted closets and a limestone bath. The second bedroom has been customized with oak cabinetry, with an inviting en-suite bath and additional built-in corner office.

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Little Italy

WHERE:  136 Baxter Street, Unit 5B/6B

Photo credit: DDReps

SIZE: 2 Bedroom | 2.5 Bath

COST: $2,695,000

About: German model Katrin Thormann, who has appeared in Vogue and WWD and other top women's and fashion magazines, and her husband Nick Gavin, a nationally ranked agent at Compass, have listed her Lower Manhattan duplex 136 Baxter Street, a historic building commonly referred to as The Machinery Exchange that once served as a horse stable for the renowned Police Building. 

Understated luxury loft living in the coolest downtown location. Loft 5B/6B is the only duplex of it’s kind in the building. The two-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom unit perfectly blends old world charm with modern minimalist elegance. It spans 1,601 square feet and boosts pined beamed ceilings and exposed brick walls, architectural columns, and whitewashed oak floors. 

136 Baxter Street, also known as The Machinery Exchange, is a former horse stable for the famed Police Building and located at the crossroads of Soho, Nolita and Chinatown. A boutique condominium with only 12 apartments, there is a sense of privacy and exclusivity. This 1915 building is meticulously maintained by a full time resident manager who accepts packages, features a 24-hour virtual doorman and a deeded storage cage included in the sale.

Nick Gavin and Josh Doyle of Compass represent the listing. 

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Take A Look At Thomas Heatherwick's Lantern House

Last week new photography of Thomas Heatherwick's first residential project in North America, Lantern House were revealed.  Designed by Carlos Mota. The photographs provide a first look inside Thomas Heatherwick's striking project nearing completion along the High Line in West Chelsea, and reveal for the first time what the bay windows that line the project's exterior look like from the inside. 

Credit: Colin Miller

Named for its interpretation of the modern bay window, Lantern House is a response to the neighborhood’s maritime warehouses and pairs hand-laid antiqued grey brickwork with industrial metal detailing and a dramatic reinvention of the bay window lining the textured grid exteriors of Lantern House’s two buildings. Uniquely crafted to take advantage of its location, Lantern House includes a 22-story west building and a 10-story east building, joined by a dramatic glass lobby pavilion draped under the High Line.

For the home, Carlos Mota took inspiration from Lantern House's unique architecture, and filled the home with bold furniture and vibrant colors and textures, invigorating the home with energy and character. Carlos took inspiration from an eclectic mix of new and old, pulling ideas and inspiration from multiple eras and designers and furnished the home with a diverse mix of custom, vintage and new pieces sourced from Miami, Paris and New York City. 

Lantern House’s windows are immediately iconic and impacted how Carlos approached the interior design for the home tremendously from color selection to specific furniture pieces and wallpaper selection. The bay windows get even better from the inside with the amount of light, the architecture, and how it frames the outside. The bay windows fill the home with a ton of character and bring the energy of New York City inside.

Lantern House features one- to four-bedroom residences, many with private setback terraces, and an assortment of expansive penthouses. Pricing starts at $1.625 million to approximately $17 million. Related Sales LLC and Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group are the exclusive marketing and sales agents for the development. Occupancy is slated for fourth quarter 2020. The sales gallery is located at 153 10th Avenue

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Morris Adjmi-Designed Condo Förena Tops Off

Landsea Homes – a California-based homebuilding company that designs and builds best-in-class homes and sustainable master-planned communities in some of the nation’s most desirable markets – in partnership with DNA Development, a privately held real estate investment and development company, has officially topped off at Förena, their 12-story boutique condominium development designed by Morris Adjmi Architects located at 540 Sixth Avenue.

Jed Lowry of Landsea Homes, Alexander Sachs and David Berger of DNA Development, and John Gomes of Douglas Elliman’s Eklund|Gomes team along with the Förena sales team

The developers recently came together with the Eklund|Gomes team and Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, the exclusive sales and marketing agent for Förena, and the team from Morris Adjmi Architects to commemorate this important milestone, as the striking modern building comes to life, enlivening the northeast corner of 14th Street and 6th Avenue. Once complete, the building will introduce 50 well-appointed residences comprised of one-, two- and three-bedroom homes, many with private outdoor space, along with landscaped shared courtyard and rooftop amenities.

“To put it simply: We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate this milestone at Förena. Our teams have gone above and beyond, in spite of the unique challenges faced earlier this year, to advance this exceptional, high-quality development that will transform the streetscape and introduce an exceptional new residential offering,” said Jed Lowry, Division Vice President, Landsea Homes, New York Metro Division.

“We are excited to see our collective vision come to fruition at Förena,” said Alexander Sachs, Partner at DNA Development along with David Berger.” Once complete, Förena will introduce a truly best-in-class property at the nexus of Greenwich Village, Union Square and Chelsea.”

Landsea Homes also recently announced plans to merge with LF Capital Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: LFAC), which would make Landsea a public company in the fourth quarter of 2020.

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