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Prettiest NYC homes that hit the market this week

by Ameena Walker Oct 22, 2016, 1:01p

These 5 homes are among the most lovely that are currently up for sale.

Upper East Side apartment owned by the late Andrew Madoff sold for $5.4M

by Ameena Walker Oct 22, 2016, 12:15p

Exuding loft-like appeal, the sunny space includes wall-lined floor-to-ceiling windows, an open kitchen with custom cabinetry, a decorative fireplace in the expansive open living room, and more.

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5 apartments to check out in Midtown this Sunday

by Ameena Walker Oct 22, 2016, 10:52a

Welcome to the weekly Open House Tour, because who doesn't love a little real estate gawking? This weekend, we're seeing what's on the market in the Midtown, Manhattan.

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One World Trade Center will get a 'sky lobby' designed by Gensler

by Amy Plitt Oct 21, 2016, 5:59p

Workers in New York City’s tallest tower will benefit from the communal space, which will have a cafe, event space, plenty of seating, and pretty stellar views.

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Illegal Airbnb listings in NYC will now incur hefty fines

by Zoe Rosenberg @zoe_rosenberg Oct 21, 2016, 5:13p

Governor Cuomo has signed a bill into law that will impose fines up to $7,500 on users who advertise illegal short-term rentals

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Should Port Authority’s new bus terminal stay in the same Midtown location?

by Tanay Warerkar Oct 21, 2016, 4:48p

The head juror for that PABT design competition has now suggested to the heads of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey that they consider building something new on top of the existing structure.

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17 buildings where buyers can still score major tax breaks thanks to 421-a

by Evan Bindelglass Oct 21, 2016, 4:44p

The program may have expired in January, but some buildings are still benefitting

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Sunny prewar two-bedroom in Park Slope seeks $810,000

by Zoe Rosenberg @zoe_rosenberg Oct 21, 2016, 3:45p

A recently renovated apartment in a family-friendly neighborhood.

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Gawker founder Nick Denton lists his Soho condo for $4.25M

by Rachel Sugar Oct 21, 2016, 12:15p

Denton paid $1.87 million for the place back in 2004, and it’s currently listed for $4.25 million. If he can find a buyer at that price, it’d be at least one bit of good news for the embattled media mogul.

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Harlem's P.S. 186 reveals its stunning transformation into affordable housing

by Tanay Warerkar Oct 21, 2016, 11:47a

The project was developed by Monadnock Construction (think Carmel Place) along with Alembic and was created as part of Mayor Bill de Blasio’s Housing New York plan to create and preserve 200,000 units of affordable housing.

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Gorgeous East Village condo in a converted theater asks $19,500/month

by Tanay Warerkar Oct 21, 2016, 10:46a

Some of the other dramatic features in this unit include high ceilings on both floors, state-of-the-art appliances in the kitchen and bathroom, and four and a half bathrooms spread throughout the unit.

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LGBT memorial will rise in Hudson River Park

by Rachel Sugar Oct 21, 2016, 10:45a

Artists from across the state and beyond are being asked to submit proposals for a "memorial art piece" to honor LGBT "victims of hate, intolerance, and violence and New York’s fight for equal rights."

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Demolition of East Village buildings for new hotel decried as 'bad deal’

by Zoe Rosenberg @zoe_rosenberg Oct 21, 2016, 10:09a

Councilmember Brad Hoylman says the plan will ‘demolish’ neighborhood character.

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Party in a museum for 32 straight hours in November

by Ameena Walker Oct 21, 2016, 9:35a

Gotham Groove: 32 Hours of Nonstop NYC will celebrate the museum's new permanent exhibition for 32 nonstop hours of activities and events.

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St. John's Terminal redevelopment could get boost from proposed historic district

by Tanay Warerkar Oct 20, 2016, 6:00p

The city’s Landmarks Preservation Commission indicated Thursday that it would introduce a new South Village Historic District next month, which is more likely to prompt local community groups and the councilman to get on board with the project.

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Study will measure the L train shutdown’s impact on small businesses

by Ameena Walker Oct 20, 2016, 5:30p

While everyone is focused on finding alternate methods of traveling between Brooklyn and Manhattan while the L train is out of commission, a new survey is dedicated to studying the blow neighborhood businesses might be dealt as a result.

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$1.9M Ditmas Park house's garage is a 'super cool' media room

by Ameena Walker Oct 20, 2016, 4:51p

This lovely six-bedroom Victorian is fresh off a full renovation that blended the house's original details with a few modern touches.

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Big reveal: $635,000 for a cute 1BR one block from Madison Square Park

by Ameena Walker Oct 20, 2016, 3:30p

Yesterday we wanted to know how much you thought this cute one-bedroom co-op, located one block away from Madison Square Park was asking. Today we reveal that number, and which commenter reigned supreme.

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Pacific Park’s modular rentals are up for grabs from $2,450/month

by Tanay Warerkar Oct 20, 2016, 3:08p

Some of the standout features in the apartments include floor-to-ceiling windows in the bedroom along with walnut floors and solar shades; and a Caesarstone countertop in the kitchen with an integrated dishwasher and microwave.

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Selldorf Architects tapped for Frick Collection expansion

by Zoe Rosenberg @zoe_rosenberg Oct 20, 2016, 2:18p

The museum’s board has unanimously chosen Selldorf Architects to helm the Frick’s forthcoming expansion. A design is expected in the winter of 2017-2018.

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10 must-follow Instagram accounts for NYC history fanatics

by Amy Plitt Oct 20, 2016, 1:45p

We’ve found 10 of the best accounts for NYC history lovers, whether you’re into old maps, old buildings, old subway photos, or all of the above. Did we miss your favorite? Let us know!

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Renzo Piano's Columbia U. science center hurtles towards the finish line

by Tanay Warerkar Oct 20, 2016, 1:15p

For the most part, this 450,000 square foot structure will be home to the university’s Mortimer B. Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute, which will have its labs on the upper floors of the building.

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City’s troubled post-Sandy repair program will miss its December deadline

by Rachel Sugar Oct 20, 2016, 12:45p

Build it Back will not complete all of the home repairs it was due to finish this year

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Extell debuts cushy Midtown West rentals from $3,150

by Zoe Rosenberg @zoe_rosenberg Oct 20, 2016, 12:22p

The building may be adjacent to the Lincoln Tunnel, but from inside you’d never know.

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West Village studio with an oddball loft bed seeks $675,000

by Rachel Sugar Oct 20, 2016, 11:28a

The industrial-chic apartment might not be for everyone, thanks to the loft bed that’s so close to the ceiling that you probably couldn’t stand in it.

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Lavish Greenwich Village ‘townhouse in the sky’ wants $11.25M

by Ameena Walker Oct 20, 2016, 10:45a

What, exactly, makes a lowly apartment worthy of the descriptor "townhouse in the sky"? This 4,000-square-foot penthouse, split up over three floors, makes the case with a large floorplan and plenty of amenities.

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Brand New Luxury Condos in Harlem

by Nelle Plotkin Oct 20, 2016, 10:10a

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Queens's quirky waterfront library fitted with concrete facade

by Tanay Warerkar Oct 20, 2016, 10:04a

Located right between the iconic Pepsi-Cola sign and the Long Island City sign on the waterfront, the library will stand out, not just for the cutouts of course but also because the concrete exterior will be covered with metallic paint.

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432 Park Avenue reveals a 95th-floor, $82M penthouse

by Ameena Walker Oct 20, 2016, 9:15a

Another pricey apartment within the Rafael Viñoly-designed supertall has just hit the market and is vying for second place for priciest sale.

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A Secret Alley. A Private Paradise.

by Nelle Plotkin Oct 20, 2016, 9:00a

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300 Ashland: Premier Fort Greene Rentals

by Nelle Plotkin Oct 20, 2016, 9:00a

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Brand new luxury rentals in Flatiron

by Nelle Plotkin Oct 20, 2016, 9:00a

7 West 21st Street are brand new residences designed by Morris Adjmi* and features an entire floor of amenities centered around a garden oasis.* Explore our studio, one, and two bedroom apartments.*

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