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For renters priced out of NYC, The Alary in New Rochelle offers luxury living for less

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October 28, 2026

For renters priced out of NYC, The Alary in New Rochelle offers luxury living for less

The cost of living in New York City is higher than ever, with median asking rent in Manhattan up 8.3 percent to $5,375/month in the third quarter compared to last year, according to a new Realtor.com report. And it's not much better in once-affordable outer boroughs like Brooklyn and Queens, which saw median rents rise to $4,197/month and $3,744/month, respectively, during the same period. With rents showing no sign of slowing down, some New Yorkers are discovering New Rochelle, "the city outside of the city." When it comes to housing, The Alary, a 28-story luxury rental building downtown, offers an attractive alternative for those seeking condo-quality apartments, high-end amenities, and an easy commute to Midtown, all within a diverse, walkable area with a cultural scene.
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This $8M Rye estate has a private dock on the Long Island Sound

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August 21, 2026

This $8M Rye estate has a private dock on the Long Island Sound

By Michelle Cohen

At the end of a long private drive, this secluded waterfront estate at 87 Hix Avenue in Rye, New York, checks all the boxes: privacy, history, coveted neighborhood, and waterfront lifestyle. Built in 1856, the property was enlarged and updated in the ensuing years. Asking $7,995,000, the 1.59-acre estate sits along Milton Harbor and offers rare direct access to the Long Island Sound.
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This $15M Westchester home is a work of modern architecture that reflects the surrounding forest

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August 11, 2026

This $15M Westchester home is a work of modern architecture that reflects the surrounding forest

By Michelle Cohen

This architecturally significant residence at 51 Old Stone Hill Road in Pound Ridge, New York, was designed by renowned firm Kieran Timberlake. Sheltered by the woods, this rare example of modern architecture sits high on a secluded knoll. A glass bridge and a reflective facade have a uniquely interactive relationship with the surrounding greenery, as described in a recent feature in the Wall Street Journal. The 19.5-acre wooded property, asking $15 million, offers a natural bounty of dramatic granite outcroppings, forest, and meadows, bordered by 40 acres of unspoiled land conservancy.
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August 7, 2026

This $4.6M upstate New York property is a modern woodland sanctuary

By Michelle Cohen

On 16 secluded acres in the historic hamlet of Red Rock in East Chatham, New York, Red Rock House at 205 County Route 24 is an example of modern architecture that integrates seamlessly with the forest that surrounds it. Designed by Anmahian Winton Architects with landscapes by Studio Reed-Hilderbrand, the compound offers every contemporary comfort while maintaining harmony with the natural landscape. Asking $4.6 million, the homes and grounds represent as much a restorative experience as a secluded getaway, with a saltwater pool, guest cabins–even a tree house.
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Live in a fashion designer’s historic atelier and studio in the Catskills for $645K

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July 30, 2026

Live in a fashion designer’s historic atelier and studio in the Catskills for $645K

By Michelle Cohen

Surrounded by the wilderness of the western Catskills in Franklin Village, New York, this unique mixed-use property at 422 Main Street has both history and charm. Built in 1878 as the town bank and post office, it was the creative workplace and showroom of interior designer Sean Scherer of Kabinett & Kammer and fashion designer Gary Graham. The creative duo created a live/work opportunity that is as flexible as it is livable.
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July 15, 2026

Japanese gardens and a koi pond surround the clean geometric forms of this modern Hudson Valley home, asking $4.2M

By Michelle Cohen

KoiHaus, a mid-century modern home on three-and-a-quarter acres near Piermont, New York, rises from a secluded road near the banks of the Hudson River. In the style of Frank Lloyd Wright, KoiHaus in the Hudson Valley consists of clean lines and geometric shapes, surrounded by Japanese-inspired gardens and landscape. The 6,800 square feet of living space is composed of five interconnected boxes constructed of concrete, stucco, stone, and hardwood, topped by a 50-year roof. Asking $4,195,000, the precision of KoiHaus is contrasted by natural bluestone pathways and hefty stone steps found throughout the enchanted gardens.
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July 8, 2026

185-acre equestrian estate that once belonged to the Carnegie family heads to auction

By Michelle Cohen

Previously asking $20 million, this private Hudson Valley estate on 185 acres heads for auction this month, starting at or above $7.95 million. Located in Millbrook Hunt Country, the property, which offers mountain views in every direction, once served as the rural retreat of Andrew Carnegie’s daughter, Margaret Carnegie. In addition to that legacy, the estate’s top-tier equestrian facilities include a 10-stall barn with a tack room, staff housing, and paddocks enclosed with post-and-rail fencing, some with field shelters. The property also features miles of fenced pasture and private riding trails.
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Hudson Valley 1750s stone house with a waterfall on the grounds asks $1.5M

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June 29, 2026

Hudson Valley 1750s stone house with a waterfall on the grounds asks $1.5M

By Michelle Cohen

This circa-1750 stone residence at 204 Ashokan Road, known as the Delamater-Davis House, owned by former Cosmopolitan Editor-in-Chief Jessica Giles, has just arrived on the market, asking $1,545,000. Giles and her husband, Matt Giles, listed the home–one of the Hudson Valley's oldest–after a three-year-long renovation. The couple worked to honor the Kingston region's rich heritage with the help of preservation architect Peter Gearhart, maintaining the home's original character while thoroughly restoring it with the same level of craftsmanship.
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Drew Barrymore finds buyer for gut-renovated Westchester estate

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May 27, 2026

Drew Barrymore finds buyer for gut-renovated Westchester estate

By Aaron Ginsburg

Drew Barrymore's 12-acre estate in Harrison has found a buyer after just two months on the market. Barrymore purchased the expansive property at 19 Winfield Avenue for $4.4 million in 2024 and spent two years revamping the estate and its three homes, curating every detail of each dwelling as part of her Beautiful by Drew design brand. The actor, producer, and talk show host decided to sell the property due to changing family needs. The buyer and final sale price have not been disclosed, but the estate was last listed for $4,995,000.
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May 20, 2026

Kurt Weill’s former New York country estate with a creative pedigree asks $2.3M

By Michelle Cohen

Known as Brook House, this five-acre estate at 16 South Mountain Road is an important part of local creative history. Located within the South Mountain Road artist community, the charming country property anchored by an 1880 main house is the former home of legendary composer Kurt Weill, known for penning the popular song “Mack the Knife,” as part of The Threepenny Opera. Previously, the property was owned by Rollo Peters, a major force in American theater stage production. Asking $2,295,000, the property remains a refuge of 19th-century architecture and 20th-century creativity.
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For $3.35M, this 40-acre upstate retreat embodies the spirit of modernist architecture

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April 13, 2026

For $3.35M, this 40-acre upstate retreat embodies the spirit of modernist architecture

By Michelle Cohen

High on a Columbia County hilltop overlooking the Taconic and Helderberg mountain ranges, this secluded 40-acre property at 411 Texas Hill Road is a modernist's dream. The seller, Mark McDonald, known as "Mr. Modernism," has been instrumental in creating a market for 20th-century modern design in America for over four decades. Asking $3,350,000, the estate features a 1966 mid-century main house designed by architect George Post.
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Drew Barrymore’s amazing 12-acre Westchester estate asks $5M

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March 27, 2026

Drew Barrymore’s amazing 12-acre Westchester estate asks $5M

By Michelle Cohen

This 12-acre estate at 19 Winfield Avenue in Harrison is currently owned by Drew Barrymore, but her influence goes beyond just celebrity cachet. The actress, producer, director, and talk show host curated every detail of the three homes on the property as part of her Beautiful by Drew design brand. Asking $4,995,000, the estate's living spaces have an unusual level of considered charm. The property contains five lots, any of which can be sold off for additional income. In addition to the historic main house, the estate includes a guest house and a pool house, surrounded by a combination of wooded land, lawns, and landscaped gardens.
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At the intersection of design and real estate, This Old Hudson sells the romance of life upstate

The Bruyn Estate in Pine Bush, New York, is listed for $1,695,000. All photos courtesy of This Old Hudson

March 9, 2026

At the intersection of design and real estate, This Old Hudson sells the romance of life upstate

By Lidia Ryan

Anthony D'Argenzio did not start his career in real estate. He was a designer and creative director in New York City, producing photo shoots for magazines and brands like West Elm and Anthropologie. He says his brand is "rooted in beautiful things." And that’s just the approach he takes when selling homes in the Hudson Valley and Catskills — it’s not just about square footage and lot size; it’s about a beautiful life. On social media, This Old Hudson presents more like an interior design brand than a real estate company. The Instagram page dishes out stunning historic homes decked out in design magazine-worthy decor to its 126,000 followers. It tells the homes’ stories and even gives them names. The fact that you can actually buy these houses is a perk.
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March 3, 2026

7 commuter-friendly rentals in Westchester

By Devin Gannon

As New York City continues to see record-high rents, some New Yorkers are looking north of the city for a lifestyle that's more affordable and stress-free, but still commuter-friendly. Westchester County has responded with a wave of new developments in many of its municipalities, with 12,500 new apartments completed since 2021 and an additional 15,000 units under construction, as of 2024. With three Metro-North Railroad lines connecting to Grand Central Terminal, the region pairs easy access to Manhattan with revitalized downtowns, growing cultural scenes, and waterfront parks, making Westchester an attractive alternative for renters seeking more space and tranquility.
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$2M mid-century modern home in Westchester has 21st-century energy efficiency and zero carbon footprint

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February 19, 2026

$2M mid-century modern home in Westchester has 21st-century energy efficiency and zero carbon footprint

By Michelle Cohen

This 1963 home at 23 Crossbar Road is a remarkable opportunity to be nearly off-grid, energy-wise, while living in the popular Westchester village of Hastings-on-Hudson. The home has a certified Pearl Gold rating and a zero carbon footprint, meaning its owners can be free of energy bills. Originally designed by well-known architect Harry Wenning, the renovated home, on the market for $1,999,000, has modernist charm and plenty of contemporary comforts.
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This $1.5M Woodstock compound was a recording studio for rock icons from Ozzy Osbourne to R.E.M.

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January 26, 2026

This $1.5M Woodstock compound was a recording studio for rock icons from Ozzy Osbourne to R.E.M.

By Michelle Cohen

Built in 1873, this landmarked upstate New York property, known as Bearsville Record House, holds a place in the history of American rock music. Asking $1,495,000, the colorful 3.78-acre compound at 1 Wittenberg Road was the recording destination for iconic albums by Ozzy Osbourne, Todd Rundgren, Meat Loaf, R.E.M., Jeff Buckley, Dave Matthews Band, Phish, and more. Located in Woodstock, the property includes a main farmhouse, a guest cottage, and a studio building, surrounded by a creek, woods, lawns, patios, and a pool.
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From the pool to the pergola, this $1.1M Hudson Valley home blends Colonial with contemporary

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January 9, 2026

From the pool to the pergola, this $1.1M Hudson Valley home blends Colonial with contemporary

By Michelle Cohen

Asking $1,100,000, this cedar-clad Colonial-style house at 441 Scotchtown Collabar Road in Middletown, NY, first built in the 1790s, was expanded to include 20th-century additions and modern luxuries. Set on just over an acre, the home's outdoor living space includes a deck and patio with an outdoor kitchen, a pool, a pergola, and an expansive lawn.
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Asking $1.3M, this historic Newburgh home has designer interiors and dramatic Hudson River views

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January 7, 2026

Asking $1.3M, this historic Newburgh home has designer interiors and dramatic Hudson River views

By Michelle Cohen

In the center of Newburgh's Historic District, the timeless beauty of this brick home at 164 Grand Street reflects the Queen Anne style in its graceful exterior details. The home's stylish, contemporary interiors have appeared as a backdrop in films and TV series and featured in the New York Times, Architectural Digest, and Vogue, after having been restored by noted local design professionals. Asking $1,275,000, the eight-bedroom residence has the added delight of dramatic Hudson River views from its two wraparound verandas.
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Studio 54 founder Ian Schrager lists Westchester estate for $7.5M

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September 18, 2025

Studio 54 founder Ian Schrager lists Westchester estate for $7.5M

By Aaron Ginsburg

Ian Schrager, hotelier and co-founder of famed New York City nightclub Studio 54, is selling his Westchester estate for $7,500,000. Located in Bedford Corners, the 12-acre property at 213 Baldwin Road, built in 1936, was reimagined by Schrager in 2014 in a renovation that retained its historic charm while adding "natural textures and muted tones." The property includes a five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home, an outdoor pool, and a back patio with sweeping views of rolling fields.
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Live in a former convent with panoramic Hudson River views for $3.4M

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September 17, 2025

Live in a former convent with panoramic Hudson River views for $3.4M

By Michelle Cohen

Set high on a hill above the town of Peekskill, NY, with majestic views of the Hudson River below, the property at 1 St. Mary's Convent–also known as St. Joseph's House–is as unique as it is private. Asking $3,349,000, the 6,000-square-foot manor on nearly five acres in Westchester County was built as a home for the nation's first Episcopalian Order by architect Henry Martyn Congdon. The surrounding Fort Hill was once used as a lookout for George Washington and his troops during the Revolutionary War.
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10 picture-perfect farms near NYC for pumpkin and apple picking

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September 17, 2025

10 picture-perfect farms near NYC for pumpkin and apple picking

By Dana Schulz

Several surveys show that fall is by far Americans’ favorite season. And anecdotally, a scroll through Instagram certainly backs this up. Entire accounts are devoted to fall foliage views and autumnal decor, while influencers started posting seasonal recipes and DIY projects long before summer was over. But you don’t need a social media account to enjoy all the season has to offer. There are plenty of places within a short drive or train ride of New York City to enjoy apple picking, pumpkin picking, and so much more, in real life. Read on for our 10 favorite fall farms.
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Rent the guesthouse at Derek Jeter’s former Hudson Valley ‘castle’ for $1,300/night

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September 9, 2025

Rent the guesthouse at Derek Jeter’s former Hudson Valley ‘castle’ for $1,300/night

By Aaron Ginsburg

Here’s a chance to stay in the lakeside guesthouse of a castle-like Hudson Valley estate once owned by Yankees legend Derek Jeter. As first reported by the New York Post, the guesthouse at the historic Greenwood Lake property known as Tiedemann Castle was listed on Airbnb last month for just over $1,300 per night. After Jeter sold the sprawling home in 2024, its new owners converted the one-bedroom guesthouse into a rental, adding upscale concierge services while preserving the estate’s 19th-century character.
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September 9, 2025

8 best hiking trails near NYC to see beautiful fall foliage

By Dana Schulz

Sad that summer is over and you won’t have the beach as an excuse to get out of the city for the day? Fear not: Fall is just as beautiful a time to rent a car, hop on a train, or catch a ferry out of town to enjoy the crisp air, mild temperatures, and stunning fall foliage. To help you plan your autumnal itinerary, we consulted the experts at AllTrails to compile a list of the best hikes near NYC for leaf peeping.
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Jackie Gleason’s UFO house in Westchester lands on the market for $5.5M

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August 29, 2025

Jackie Gleason’s UFO house in Westchester lands on the market for $5.5M

By Devin Gannon

"Honeymooners" star and comedy icon Jackie Gleason's unique UFO house in Westchester is back on the market. The sitcom legend had an infatuation with all things outer space and designed the Cortlandt Manor home to resemble a flying saucer. Situated on nearly nine acres about an hour north of New York City, the custom-built property, now asking $5,500,000, consists of three buildings: the main "mothership" home, a spaceship-like cottage, and a 1930s stone colonial.
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Historic Catskills estate lists for $14M after 200+ years in the same family

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August 26, 2025

Historic Catskills estate lists for $14M after 200+ years in the same family

By Devin Gannon

An estate in the Catskill Mountains owned by the same family for over 200 years is for sale. Sitting on roughly 1,600 acres in Delaware County, the estate, known as Lake Delaware Farm, belongs to the descendants of the Livingston family, "early American aristocrats" who were given control over much of the area by the English crown in the 17th century, as first reported by the Wall Street Journal. Asking $14,000,000, the property in Bovina Center includes an eight-bedroom Greek-Revival home built on the edge of a 68-acre private lake, surrounded by rolling hills and dramatic mountain views.
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For $480K, this converted school in upstate New York is a magical country hideaway surrounded by wildflower gardens

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August 20, 2025

For $480K, this converted school in upstate New York is a magical country hideaway surrounded by wildflower gardens

By Michelle Cohen

You'd never know this charcoal-hued wood bungalow at 289 Tunnel Hill Road, surrounded by patios and wildflowers, was once a school. Asking $480,000, the 1875 schoolhouse in a corner of upstate New York that straddles the Hudson Valley and the Berkshires has been converted into a charming two-bedroom, two-bath country cottage on a half-acre of flower beds, chicken coops, and spaces for outdoor living that include an outdoor kitchen, a three-season porch, and a separate detached, air-conditioned office.
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Live the ‘Downton Abbey’ life off the grid on this 151-acre Gilded Age Tuxedo Park estate, asking $29.5M

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August 19, 2025

Live the ‘Downton Abbey’ life off the grid on this 151-acre Gilded Age Tuxedo Park estate, asking $29.5M

By Michelle Cohen

On the market for the first time in over 30 years, "Renamor," a 151-acre estate in upstate New York's gated community of Tuxedo Park, is listed for $29.5 million. About 20 percent the size of Central Park, the estate is the largest property and most expensive ever listed in the Orange County enclave, as the Wall Street Journal reported. The Hudson Valley home, with its classic clay tiled roof, dormer windows, stone and stucco facade, tennis courts, several pools, a boathouse, a garage, a guesthouse, and several patios–surrounded by lawns and rolling hills–could easily be situated in the French countryside. But unlike most country estates, this property can operate entirely off the grid, independent of local utilities, with net-zero energy integration that includes a microgrid system.
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