135 West 52nd Street Manhattan, NYC Town Information, and Market ReportReal Estate in 135 West 52nd Street Manhattan, NYC135 West 52nd Street is a luxury residential condominium in the heart of Midtown, Manhattan, New York City. A beautifully designed building that features fantastic lighting design that helps highlight the modern aesthetic, features, and amenities of the structure. The location is terrific and residents have easy access to several notable establishments in Midtown while Central Park is only an 11-minute walk away from the building. The condominium is pet-friendly and residents can move-in with their dogs or cats. There is a variety of residential units in the building including one to four-bedroom condos, full floor units, four duplex penthouse units, and one fantastic... 09/28/2018

Madison Square Park Tower Manhattan, NYC Town Information, and Market ReportReal Estate in Madison Square Park Tower Manhattan, NYCMadison Square Park Tower is a beautiful glass-silhouette skyscraper in the Flatiron District neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. It is a 65-floor building in 45 East 22nd Street with only 83 luxurious residential condominiums. The condominium is the tallest building in the district and is easily distinguishable among the other notable structures in the neighborhood. Each floor of the building has a maximum of two residential units as well as five levels of exclusive amenities that are built to ensure comfortable living for residents. Residential units in the building are spacious, luxurious, and private. You'll have fun entertaining guests in these be... 09/28/2018

Madison Green Manhattan, NYC Town Information, and Market ReportReal Estate in Madison Green Manhattan, NYCMadison Green is a beautiful luxury residential condominium and apartment building in the Flatiron District of Manhattan, New York City. The building features 31 floors of comfortable and spacious accommodations that New York residents will genuinely appreciate. The condominium's location is excellent with easy access to several transportation options including the East 23rd Street Subway Station which is a 5-minute walk from the building. Madison Green features exclusive amenities and full-service facilities that help ensure residents have the necessary comforts.Housing options are also diverse in the building with its residential units that vary in sizes and designs to fit the ne... 09/28/2018

50 West Street Manhattan, NYC Town Information, and Market ReportReal Estate in 50 West Street Manhattan, NYC50 West Street is a high-end luxury condominium located in Lower Manhattan, New York City. Built in 2016, this 780 feet high tower features 64 floors designed by Internationally acclaimed architect, Helmut Jahn, with impressive architectural interiors by Thomas Juul-Hansen. The high-end residential condominium provides 191 units featuring stunning and unparalleled views of New York Harbor, the Hudson and East Rivers, the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island. 50 West Street is known for its stainless-steel surface and curved glass corners. This glass tower has four floors dedicated to their prestigious and luxurious amenities such as water club, children’s facilities, and The Obser... 09/27/2018

Chelsea Mercantile Manhattan, NYC Town Information, and Market ReportReal Estate in Chelsea Mercantile Manhattan, NYCThe Chelsea Mercantile is a beautiful luxury residential condominium situated at 252 Seventh Avenue in the western section of Midtown, Manhattan. The building design is a distinct pre-war style with exposed brick walls, high ceilings, and private terraces and fireplaces. The ambiance within the vicinity of the condominium has a vintage feel reminding you of the elegance of the previous era plus distinctive modern features.The building has 21 floors and it offers top of the line residential units. You may choose between a one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment. Apartments come with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a big bathtub and glass shower in the bathroo... 09/26/2018

555 West 23rd Street Manhattan, NYC Town Information, and Market ReportReal Estate in 555 West 23rd Street Manhattan, NYC555 West 23rd Street is a luxury condominium which is located in the western part of Midtown Manhattan. The building is between 10th and 11th Avenue, and it's west of the Chelsea neighborhood. It is a two-tower complex with a 14-storey section on the 23rd Street and a 13-storey section on the 24th Street. It has a modern and slick design perfect for sophisticated New Yorkers.Residential units are spacious and delicately crafted with hardwood floors and oversized windows that illuminate the space that allows natural light to come in. Kitchens are fully furnished and are equipped with stainless steel appliances. Each unit has an excellent view of the Hudson River that r... 09/26/2018

15 Hudson Yards Manhattan, NYC Town Information, and Market ReportReal Estate in 15 Hudson Yards Manhattan, NYCThe 15 Hudson Yards is a condominium located at the western section of Midtown Manhattan. This 88-storey building is in between 11th and 12th Avenue on the northwest side of Chelsea. The building was designed by Diller Scofidio and Renfro in collaboration with the Rockwell Group. If you are looking for an upscale home, this condominium is perfect for you. The building exhibits a beautiful panoramic view, and an elegant addition to the Manhattan skyline. It has a fantastic view of the Hudson River which will take your breath away. The 15 Hudson Yards offers five residential options that would suit all of your needs. From one bedroom layout to a duplex penthouse with a 360-degree... 09/26/2018

The Walker Tower Manhattan, NYC Town Information, and Market ReportReal Estate in The Walker Tower Manhattan, NYCThe Walker Tower is a condominium complex designed by architect Ralph Walker, and was converted into a 47-unit luxury apartment. It is situated in the southwestern part of Midtown Manhattan. This 24-storey building is located at 212 West 18th Street, between 7th Avenue and 8th Avenue in Chelsea.The condominium units have open space concept design, and each comes with custom french herringbone beveled oak flooring, and large tilt and turn windows. Apartments are equipped with state-of-the-art smart electronics including an automated home system that helps you manage lighting, temperature, music, and more. If you are looking for a modern, comfortable, accessible, and luxurious ... 09/26/2018

MSG has just five years left on its special operating permit, but has announced no plans for a move  The City Council and James Dolan’s Madison Square Garden Company appear to be headed toward another clash over plans to relocate the iconic sports stadium. Madison Square Garden is now at the midway point of the 10-year timetable the city laid out in 2013 for the stadium to relocate and make way for a modern Penn Station. But with five years left on its special operating permit, MSG appears to have taken no significant steps toward what would be a years-long process of acquiring a new site and constructing a new stadium. “We have not provided any public information” on the matter, MSG spokesperson Kimberly Kerns told The Real Deal. Stakeholders such as the Regional Plan Association and t... 09/07/2018

The townhouse spans about 7,000 square feet   A Sutton Place townhouse is hitting the market for $21 million. The seller is the estate of Drue Heinz, who was married to heir Henry John Heinz II, the Wall Street Journal reported. Heinz died in April and the property is owned by a trust established in 1986. Mary Kent of Sotheby’s International Realty has the listing. The townhouse, on the corner of East 57th Street and Sutton Place, spans about 7,000 square feet. It has access to a shared neighborhood garden — and the home includes a 32-foot-long drawing room, a wood-paneled library and an elevator. The home was designed for Anne Vanderbilt, wife of railroad heir William Vanderbilt. Previous owners also include include Charles Merrill, the co-founder of Merrill Lynch, the report said. Las... 09/07/2018

To segue into this question, I invite you to read a brief true story. As I was shopping at Lowe's within the garden section of the store, I came across the Clearance Rack and found various flowers and plants that have been greatly discounted because they appeared to be on their last licks of life.  I prefer purchasing from this section because on a very practical level, you save money, and on a spiritual level, it provides a simple, yet profound lesson.  There was a half dozen annuals that seemed pretty worn down. One of the employees was standing nearby and saw me pick up the batch. She stepped a bit closer to me, leaned in, and said softly near my ear, "it's too bad they are finished blooming and will not make it." And then walked away.  I kindly disregarded her comment and whispered ... 08/31/2018

You're invited to join Certified Feng Shui consultant, Laura Cerrano for a free Facebook Live discussion on September 5th, 2018 at 6:30pm EST, about the benefits of addressing and acknowledging Helpful People and Travel within your home and life. To watch at 6:30pm EST, click on: Watch Helpful People & Travel Facebook Live Talk with Laura Cerrano   See you then! 08/31/2018

The Upper East Side has some of the most expensive properties in New York City. It also has some of the most reasonably priced properties. While parts of the UES have long been one of the most prestigious locations, it is also a great neighborhood to buy your first apartment. The most expensive properties lie from Fifth Avenue to Lexington, but then prices are more tame as you head East. With the new 2nd Avenue Subway, this area is becoming more and more popular and relevant, with a quick twenty-minute commute from the outreaches of the Upper East Side to midtown.You can find some very reasonably priced Upper East Side apartments for sale as there are a lot of coops in the UES, which are lower priced than condos. The UES offers the best options for entry level 2 bedrooms apartments for ... 08/31/2018

Doors in Feng Shui hold significant meaning, literally and metaphorically. In short, on a practical note, they allow you to move from one room to the other. From a Feng Shui perspective, doors relate to the concept of communication. In particular, the front door is known as the, "mouth of chi." In regard to the western Feng Shui anatomy of your home, this is where all the good energy first enters and begins to nurture and animate the spirit of your home.   DOOR ENERGETIC MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST:1. Make sure the door's over all presentation is vibrant and healthy looking. Meaning, there are no cracks in the door, it's not moldy, or looking like its about to fall off the hinges.  2. Does your door become stuck when opening and closing it? When this happens, it's like saying your voice is ge... 08/19/2018

 A sponsor unit at 432 Park Avenue sold for $31 million — roughly $10 million lower than its listing price. The condo was marketed for $40.75 million when it went into contract in May, according to Streeteast. Douglas Elliman’s Richard Steinberg and Sabrina Saltiel had the listing. The buyer is listed in property records as Iair Rosencranz. The 93rd floor unit spans nearly 4,000 square feet. The apartment includes a library and master bedroom suite with dual walk-in closets. The suite and kitchen have marble floors. As developers Macklowe Properties and CIM Group have sought to offload sponsor units, they’ve been competing with owners' resale listings. Sponsor unit 80B sold last fall for $39.3 million, an 11 percent discount. Two 91st floor units sold for a combined $60 million — after ... 08/03/2018

This is a pretty interesting question to unravel because, in the science of Quantum Mechanics, EVERYTHING is made of energy, including; emotions, thoughts, and WORDS.  Quickly referring to a branch of psychology called, Gestalt Psychology, studies suggested that words convey symbolic ideas beyond their meaning.  Japanese researcher, Dr. Emoto said, "the human consciousness has an effect on the molecular structure of water." Which in short means, if you choose to think and speak positively or think and speak negatively, this could affect your physiological well-being.   So, can naming your home boost positive energy? From a Feng Shui perspective, backed with various scientific research, the answer is, YES! When you choose to name your home, you establish a personal bond with your space. ... 07/31/2018

Apartment on 65th floor was listed for $32.5M  432 Park Avenue   Why the face? Maybe because this buyer’s flipped two units at 432 Park Avenue at a loss.   An LLC by the name of “WHY THE FACE” just sold a unit on the tower’s 65th floor for $24.2 million, records filed with the city’s Department of Finance show. That’s down from the $25.6 million the buyer paid in March 2016, and $8.3 million less than what the apartment was initially listed for in April 2017.   The apartment spans 4,000 square feet and features three bedrooms and a library.   This mysterious buyer sold another unit at a slight loss — roughly $73,500 — on the 28th floor. The unit was purchased, according to city records, on the same day as the other apartment. The buyer paid $1.8 million and then sold the unit in June.  ... 07/26/2018

The 2 flexible-office companies are vying for the iconic 180K sf building From left: WeWork’s Adam Neumann, the Flatiron Building at 175 5th Avenue, and The Office Group’s Olly Olsen  The Flatiron Building, one of New York City’s oldest and most iconic skyscrapers, is available for leasing, and two of the world’s largest flexible-office companies are bidding to move in.   WeWork and London-based The Office Group will go head-to-head in their advance on the 180,000-square-foot building, which would serve as an enticing location for co-working spaces. The negotiations with building owner Sorgente Group were first reported by the Financial Times. A move to the Flatiron Building will mark The Office Group’s first overseas location, and signal another rival for WeWork in New York’s crowded f... 07/25/2018

 1185 Broadway Paul Kanavos’ Flag Luxury Group landed a $250 million loan for a planned Ritz-Carlton hotel in NoMad. The building will be constructed on two adjacent parcels with the addresses 1185 Broadway and 29 West 28th Street. Flag Luxury filed permits for the property in 2016, with plans calling for a 164,400-square-foot building with 145 rooms. Construction is currently underway. The latest Department of Buildings filings for the building are for the installation of underground plumbing and installation of fuel tanks. Once it’s built, the tower is expected to be 40 stories tall with a height of 580 feet. The lender for the new mortgage is alternative investment firm Atalaya Capital, according to records filed with the city on Friday. The company assumed the existing $50 million d... 07/25/2018

Right now we are dreaming of a FANCY MILKSHAKE in this neighborhood episode! Especially with all of the walking done around in New York in the last few weeks of a nearly 100 degree heat wave. We are always in different NYC neighborhoods with our buyers and sellers. We also love to find the best neighborhood eats in each neighborhood. In the hot Summer days, we wanted to show you one of our favorite milkshake spots and Portuguese Sandwich shops in Midtown West. Hell's Kitchen or Midtown West is a vibrant neighborhood with fun spots and great eats. Here is a short video of some of our favorite places to stop by whene we are in the Midtown West, be sure to stop in these spots next time you visit!City Sandwich  : You will be impressed with the selection of sandwiches with tasty Portuguese i... 07/12/2018