All articles by Aisha Carter

Aisha Carter is a writer whose appreciation for real estate goes all the way back to her childhood days when her parents dragged her to their home’s constructions site on a daily basis. Coming from three generations of builders, a typical Sunday afternoon in her household involved driving through Atlanta, looking at houses, and listening to her parents talk about real estate. Dinner table talk wasn’t much different. It wasn’t long after she headed off to college before she found herself driving around to look at houses as a stress reliever. I guess we all become our parents at one point or another. When Aisha isn’t writing for 6sqft, she runs another blog that focuses on celebrity news and television reviews.

Petite UWS Pad Features Big-and-Tall Storage for $449,000

April 6, 2015

Petite UWS Pad Features Big-and-Tall Storage for $449,000

By Aisha Carter

Here's an adorable apartment at 327 West 85th Street that makes the most of its space. Nestled in the area between West End Avenue and Riverside Drive on the Upper West Side, this apartment boasts original details like exposed brick, a working fireplace, 10-foot ceilings, and maple hardwood floors. And while it may not be of loft proportions, the home offers enough storage to make even the most jaded New Yorker swoon.
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$7.25M Historic Alphabet City Townhouse Has Five Outdoor Spaces with a Few Surprises

April 3, 2015

$7.25M Historic Alphabet City Townhouse Has Five Outdoor Spaces with a Few Surprises

By Aisha Carter

Who would've thought there was a backyard like this hiding in Alphabet City? Built in the 1880s, this historic $7.25 million townhouse at 263 East 7th Street was masterfully redesigned by one of the architects behind the DIA Beacon Museum, and it comes with two layouts. The current floorplan is an owner's duplex, an income suite, and separate guest quarters. Option two is one giant, 4,900-square-foot single-family home with 2,400 square feet of exterior space. Plus, it's located on one of the most charming blocks in the neighborhood.
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Opulent Steven Gambrel-Designed UES Co-Op Looks to Make $6M Flip

April 3, 2015

Opulent Steven Gambrel-Designed UES Co-Op Looks to Make $6M Flip

By Aisha Carter

Before we get into this listing, we just have to point out that the owner of this lavish prewar co-op at 79 East 79th Street is a man named Timothy O'Hara from Savannah, Georgia. We wonder if he has a fictional ancestor named Scarlett. We also wonder if he hasn't heard that joke a million times in his life. O'Hara and his wife Dara purchased the Upper East Side home for $7.25 million back in 2012, and in a flip for the ages, it's back on the market for nearly double that price, at $13.5 million. However, this newly renovated home's custom millwork and bold lacquer paint finishes create a blend of subtle sophistication and vitality that just might be enough to lure buyers to drop some serious cash.
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Zachary Quinto Nabs a Sprawling Noho Pad for $3.2 Million

April 2, 2015

Zachary Quinto Nabs a Sprawling Noho Pad for $3.2 Million

By Aisha Carter

Zachary Quinto–"Star Trek"'s new Spock who's also known for his roles in "Heroes" and HBO's "Girls"–just dropped $3.1625 million on a two-bedroom Noho pad with longtime boyfriend, model Miles McMillan. The 2,300-square-foot full-floor loft at 43 Great Jones Street was initially listed at $3.7 million in March 2014, but it suffered a few price chops before the LA transplants scooped it up. Their new home is the definition of a sleek and modern downtown pad, with walnut floors, oversized windows, and a stainless steel gourmet kitchen.
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Bask in Manhattan Views from the Roof Deck of This $2.4M DUMBO Loft

April 2, 2015

Bask in Manhattan Views from the Roof Deck of This $2.4M DUMBO Loft

By Aisha Carter

There's a $2.4 million pad at 50 Bridge Street in DUMBO just waiting to show off its spectacular architecture and indescribable views. This 2,200 square-foot triplex loft has it all, including a private roof deck with views of the Manhattan skyline, the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges, and the East River, all in one hot neighborhood.
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Historic Five-Story Hamilton Heights Townhome Asks $13,000/Month

April 1, 2015

Historic Five-Story Hamilton Heights Townhome Asks $13,000/Month

By Aisha Carter

There's no doubt the Hamilton Heights Historic District is like a little gem in Harlem. This 5,000-square-foot, five-story townhouse at 329 Convent Avenue boasts gorgeous intricate original woodwork, and a lush backyard. And it's back on the rental market for $13,000 a month.
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Spend the Summer in a Furnished Bohemian Loft in the West Village for $7K/Month

March 31, 2015

Spend the Summer in a Furnished Bohemian Loft in the West Village for $7K/Month

By Aisha Carter

We're pretty sure the definition of the best of both worlds is a rustic luxury loft in Manhattan. This spacious West Village studio at 289 Bleecker Street boasts original details and high ceilings, and this summer it can all be yours, fully furnished mind you, for $7000 a month. The loft has all the classic enviable details like whitewashed brick and refinished original wide plank hardwood floors. The double-height ceilings allow for two levels of giant windows with skylights to give the space an airy feel, while details like exposed wood beams add even more character to the space.
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Full-Floor Flux House Loft with Endless Ceiling Beams Asks $1.8 Million

March 30, 2015

Full-Floor Flux House Loft with Endless Ceiling Beams Asks $1.8 Million

By Aisha Carter

There's a renovated full-floor loft at the pet-friendly Flux House available for $1.849 million. The 1,400-square-foot space boasts some quintessential Soho loft features like soaring 11.7-foot original beamed ceilings, an open layout, brick walls–both natural and whitewashed, and a cozy sleeping loft.
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$12M Duplex Designed by Robert Couturier Brings a Bit of Versailles to the Upper East Side

March 27, 2015

$12M Duplex Designed by Robert Couturier Brings a Bit of Versailles to the Upper East Side

By Aisha Carter

There's a beautiful four-bedroom duplex available at 953 Fifth Avenue on the Upper East Side, asking $12 million. The Robert Couturier-designed apartment seamlessly incorporates classic and contemporary styles while offering great views of the park. And it all starts with a private elevator entrance and a foyer with beautiful wood floor details.
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Joan Rivers’ Neighbor Lists Her ‘Shabby’ Apartment for $6M

March 26, 2015

Joan Rivers’ Neighbor Lists Her ‘Shabby’ Apartment for $6M

By Aisha Carter

Here's a chance to own a different kind of piece of history. This one-bedroom condo at The Spencer was the subject of a contentious five-year legal battle between the owner, the condo board, and the estate of Joan Rivers, and was actually referred to as the shabbiest apartment in the entire building. Now owner Elizabeth Hazan has listed the unit, asking $6 million, a far cry from the $28 million Rivers' estate is requesting for her former penthouse.
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Artist Abby Leigh Asks $38M for Her Elevator-Equipped Upper East Side Townhome

March 25, 2015

Artist Abby Leigh Asks $38M for Her Elevator-Equipped Upper East Side Townhome

By Aisha Carter

Famed artist Abby Leigh has listed her five-story townhome at 49 East 68th Street for $38 million. The 25-foot wide, 12,500 square-foot red brick limestone townhome sets itself apart right at the entrance, boasting a ground-floor round arched arcade that was more commonly seen among commercial buildings of its time. And inside you can catch glimpses of Leigh's own artwork, which can also be found exhibited at the Met, the Guggenheim, the Whitney, and internationally.
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Enjoy 50 Shades of Grey Brick in This Lovely Upper West Side Pad Asking $715K

March 24, 2015

Enjoy 50 Shades of Grey Brick in This Lovely Upper West Side Pad Asking $715K

By Aisha Carter

Something about this charming Upper West Side pad just won us over from the start, and we’re thinking it has something to do with the gray exposed brick. This two-bedroom apartment at 316 West 82nd Street has some prewar charm and a split floor plan, all for $715,000.
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Take In the City from This $2.5M Renovated Chelsea Loft

March 23, 2015

Take In the City from This $2.5M Renovated Chelsea Loft

By Aisha Carter

If you’re looking for an awesome, high-floor loft in a prime location with brag-worthy views, this two-bedroom apartment in the Capitol Building might be just what the doctor ordered. The 1,686-square-foot renovated loft features beamed 10.6-foot ceilings, 7.5-inch wide plank oak flooring, and enviable views of the Empire State Building, all for $2.495 million.
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You’ll Instantly Warm Up to This $6.2M Brooklyn Heights Brownstone

March 18, 2015

You’ll Instantly Warm Up to This $6.2M Brooklyn Heights Brownstone

By Aisha Carter

It doesn’t take much to convince someone to head out to Brooklyn Heights, but this townhouse at 28 Garden Place (h/t Curbed) decided to pull out all the stops anyway. This $6.2 million, 3,360-square-foot brownstone features high ceilings, east and west exposures, original details and enough wood-burning fireplaces to make you forget all about this brutal winter we’ve endured.
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This $1.55M Former Ballroom Is Right out of Cinderella’s Dreams

March 18, 2015

This $1.55M Former Ballroom Is Right out of Cinderella’s Dreams

By Aisha Carter

Trust us. Nothing’s turning back into a pumpkin at midnight here. This two-bedroom loft-style apartment at the Broadmoor used to be an extravagant 1920s ballroom, and it still has a number of the original details. The $1.55 million pad features 14-foot ceilings, original arched windows, original moldings and beams. And probably best of all, it has tons of light streaming in from 11 windows and three exposures.
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Park Slope Carriage House with Quintessential Barn Doors and Exposed Brick Asks $9K/Month

March 17, 2015

Park Slope Carriage House with Quintessential Barn Doors and Exposed Brick Asks $9K/Month

By Aisha Carter

Want to experience superb loft living just blocks from Prospect Park? Then you’re going to love this two-story carriage house at 426 6th Avenue. The townhouse features exposed brick walls—both original and whitewashed— hardwood floors, and lovely arched windows.
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Sales Launch at the Long-Awaited 52 Lispenard Street in Tribeca

March 16, 2015

Sales Launch at the Long-Awaited 52 Lispenard Street in Tribeca

By Aisha Carter

Sales have finally launched at the much-anticipated 52 Lispenard Street, after we’ve spent more than a year drooling over its teaser site. The seven-story structure is a combination of two landmarked 19th century buildings on a short Tribeca street. So far, two of the building’s floor-through apartments—units 2 and 4—are available, asking $6.65 million and $7.5 million. The remaining four apartments include two more full-floor apartments with three to five bedrooms, one triplex townhouse, and one triplex penthouse, with prices ranging up to $11 million.
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Colorful $2M Loft on the Edge of Little Italy Is Anything but Little

March 13, 2015

Colorful $2M Loft on the Edge of Little Italy Is Anything but Little

By Aisha Carter

There’s a spacious $2 million loft available at 118 Forsyth Street, right on the cusp of the Lower East Side and Little Italy. This home was purchased for $1.21 million in 2009, and while it currently has an open layout, there’s definitely plenty of room to add multiple rooms and additional bathrooms. So basically, this place is a turnkey build-your-dream-home. Winning!
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$3M Tribeca Loft Boasts Gorgeous Brick Arches

March 12, 2015

$3M Tribeca Loft Boasts Gorgeous Brick Arches

By Aisha Carter

There’s a new loft available at 35 Vestry Street that literally oozes New York character while having just the right amount of polish to still be a luxury pad. The full-floor loft is described as a “2.5-bedroom” because it has two bedrooms and a section that could serve as a nursery or an office, as well as a modern kitchen and a closet straight out of Carrie Bradshaw’s dreams. Now if only we can scrape up the $2.995 million for it and still make it to daily brunch with our girlfriends...
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$45K/Month UWS Townhouse Fuses Victorian Details with Modern Surprises

March 11, 2015

$45K/Month UWS Townhouse Fuses Victorian Details with Modern Surprises

By Aisha Carter

One of the Upper West Side’s widest landmarked brownstones is available to rent for $45,000 per month. The four-story, seven-bedroom townhouse at 37 West 87th Street has been renovated by architect Alexandr Neratoff, who focused on highlighting the home’s Victorian details–like carved wood moldings and original fireplaces–while giving it modern updates -- like a massive solarium and rooftop patio.
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Candy Factory Loft Full of Leather and Animal Skins Wants $11.5M

March 11, 2015

Candy Factory Loft Full of Leather and Animal Skins Wants $11.5M

By Aisha Carter

Mitch Alfus—self-proclaimed Leather King, owner of a leather and animal skins supplier, and man we would cast in a remake of "Crocodile Dundee"—has just listed his loft at 285 Lafayette Street for $11.5 million. Alfus purchased the unit ten years ago for a considerably less $3.4 million and has since renovated the pad, adding a fourth bedroom and an interestingly placed master bathtub.
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Inside Lauren Bacall’s Incredible Dakota Apartment

Photo courtesy of Curbed

March 10, 2015

Inside Lauren Bacall’s Incredible Dakota Apartment

By Aisha Carter

Last fall we showed you staged photos of Lauren Bacall’s $26 million apartment at the Dakota, but what you didn’t get to see was the real thing. Now, thanks to Curbed, we have pictures of the apartment as it was while the iconic actress was living there, during the final 53 years of her life. Bacall purchased the home in 1961 for an amount rumored to be from $28,000 to $48,000. After her death, her possessions went to Bonham’s and will be auctioned off at the end of this month. These pictures will show you more than just 13-foot ceilings and 100 feet of Central Park views. You’ll also see a more human element of a woman who collected antiques and artwork (quite possibly to the point of being a packrat), and clearly adored her late husband Humphrey Bogart.
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$4M Soho Loft Features Rebellious Mirrored Windows

March 9, 2015

$4M Soho Loft Features Rebellious Mirrored Windows

By Aisha Carter

There’s a new listing in the landmarked building at 53 Crosby Street in Soho, asking 3.995 million. If being on the market were a professional career, this quintessential loft would be the one others would go to for advice, because between rentals and sales listings, it’s been a regular since 2012. Nonetheless, it’s a nice bright pad with original oak floors, high ceilings, prewar details, and a flexible layout that even allows for some of your own creative input. And there’s one other daring detail that sets this place apart…
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Original Details and Stylish Charm Collide in This $439K Brooklyn Heights Pad

March 6, 2015

Original Details and Stylish Charm Collide in This $439K Brooklyn Heights Pad

By Aisha Carter

This adorable one-bedroom apartment is in a brownstone at 153 Joralemon Street, right in the heart of what is arguably Brooklyn’s most prestigious neighborhood. The Brooklyn Heights pad showcases original prewar details in such a way that is just so Brooklyn, and it can be all yours for just $439,000.
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Petite Greenwich Club Pad with Spunky Decor Asks $1.1M

March 5, 2015

Petite Greenwich Club Pad with Spunky Decor Asks $1.1M

By Aisha Carter

There’s an adorable unit available in the Greenwich Club for $1.095 million. This one-bedroom wins you over right from the start, simply by putting two closets at the entrance (An apartment after a New Yorker’s own heart.). Too bad we can’t take the spunky décor, but even bare, this place still boasts some highly desirable qualities.
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