Between current events that can't help encroaching on the market, countless new buildings on the rise, and apartment trends and must-haves of the moment, 2018 has been an exciting year for New York real estate. While we've spent the year keeping on top of the latest news and developments, we recognize that finding the right apartment is just the beginning of a hectic but exciting time. The following articles are the most-clicked stories of the past year.
Several years of picking up the pieces from Superstorm Sandy later, Coney Island is making the transition from a disaster area to a more populated neighborhood. Indeed, it is experiencing a real estate boom that includes four major mixed-use residential developments with a total of 2,151 units. Read full story here.
Parents everywhere want to see their children receive a good education, but New York City parents have been known to relocate the whole family to live in a particularly desirable school district or zone. Like many things in New York, as little as one block can make a world of difference. Read full story here.
In 2016, a partnership between LIVWRK and CIM Group purchased the three-acre, full-block DUMBO property at 85 Jay Street from the Jehovah's Witnesses for $345 million. Two years later, we present drawings submitted to the Department of Buildings that show the layout, scale, and massing. Read full story here.
From the films of Andy Warhol to the central scenes of Rent, the New York City artist's loft has been idealized as an affordable and open space where anything is possible. That may have been true when these units were adopted as lofts in the 1970's, but the past few decades have thrust them out of the price range of most artists. Read full story here.
220 Central Park South rendering via Vornado Realty Trust and Robert A.M. Stern Architects
The limestone-covered, Robert A.M. Stern-designed edifice at 220 Central Park South has been in the works for more than a decade, and the building's first closings are starting to come in. It was inspired by the city's most elite buildings, and is now poised to join their ranks. Read full story here.
Living in an attended, service building comes with many perks, and none of them come without the help of a full staff that goes above and beyond the typical job description. Tipping during the holiday season is a wonderful way to say thank you. Read full story here.
The Delmar via Meshberg Group and Citi Habitats
Just blocks from the bustling Queens Plaza, a 16-story rental known as The Delmar has recently launched leasing on the 188 studio through two-bedroom apartments within. The exterior is a nod to the warehouses that once populated the neighborhood, and the contemporary interiors offer open floor plans and large windows. Read full story here.
One-bedroom in an HDFC-regulated apartment via Triplemint
When an apartment hunter comes across a sizable apartment with a low price in a highly desirable neighborhood, the first question is almost always, "What's the catch?" There likely isn't one, it's most likely an HDFC unit with some qualifications and rules buyers need to keep in mind. Read full story here.
The Residences at the Even Hotel via Town
Who wouldn't want to say "I live in the penthouse"? Its top-floor location offers the best views in the building, and these apartments are typically outfitted with the most fabulous finishes and fixtures to make them the most luxurious and coveted as well. Read full story here.
High-speed Internet can feel as essential as fresh air or clean water in this age, but choosing the right option and then getting it set up after a move can be a huge hassle. We rank the Internet service providers that offer the best availability and service in New York City. Read full story here.
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