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July 8, 2025

The High Line’s 10th Avenue Square closed through August for repairs

One of the High Line’s busiest sections has closed this summer for a major upgrade. After 16 years of use, the 10th Avenue Square is temporarily off-limits for vital repairs due to wear and tear from the millions of annual visitors who pass through the popular spot, known for its stunning south-facing views of the Statue of Liberty and the Hudson River. During the reconstruction, the High Line will be closed between 16th and 17th Streets, including the adjacent Sunken Overlook seating area.
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July 3, 2025

Watch the fireworks from the private rooftop garden above this $2M East Village co-op

This penthouse co-op at 300 East 4th Street at the intersection of Avenue C offers loads of classic East Village charm, with updated interiors and a 750-square-foot private rooftop terrace. Asking $1,995,000, the distinctive downtown aerie still retains some of the architectural elements of its former life as a church rectory for the Mission Church of the Holy Cross, built in 1887.
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June 30, 2025

New sleeper cabin hotel in Noho brings trendy, affordable lodging to downtown Manhattan

New York isn’t known for being a bargain, but a new hotel that opened this spring is bringing affordable lodging to one of Manhattan’s most desirable downtown neighborhoods. A unique concept hotel called Now Now NoHo offers sleeper-cabin-style rooms designed for solo travelers, "inspired by the efficiency of Japanese capsule hotels, the romance of European train cars, and the communal vibe of boutique hostels." The single-occupancy cabins start at $125/night.
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June 27, 2025

In Chelsea, new sustainable rental opens lottery for 57 apartments, from $1,817/month

Applications are now being accepted for 57 mixed-income apartments at a new residential development in Chelsea. Located at 335 Eighth Avenue, Mabel is a seven-story building that was developed as part of the Penn South co-op complex. Designed to achieve Passive House standards, the sustainable rental has 188 apartments, modern amenities, and a ground-floor Lidl supermarket. New Yorkers earning 70 and 130 percent of the area median income can apply for the units, priced from $1,817/month studios to $4,415/month two bedrooms.
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June 27, 2025

NYC taps landscape architect to reimagine Park Avenue

New York City has selected a landscape architect to lead the pedestrian-focused transformation of Park Avenue. Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez on Thursday announced that an 18-month contract has been awarded to Starr Whitehouse Landscape Architects and Planners to redesign a portion of the iconic corridor between East 46th and East 57th Streets. The project will widen the median and install pedestrian upgrades, new seating, landscaping, and innovative streetscape amenities.
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June 26, 2025

Silverstein adds 2,000 apartments to sweeten casino proposal for Manhattan’s west side

Silverstein Properties said it would develop more than 2,000 apartments through office-to-residential conversions on Manhattan's west side if its casino bid is awarded a license. The developer on Thursday announced a partnership with MetroLoft to develop the apartments, which would include 500 permanently affordable units, a day before casino proposals are due. The addition of housing sweetens Silverstein's $7 billion bid, The Avenir, which calls for a 1,000-room luxury hotel, restaurants, a food hall, and a gaming facility near the Javits Center. The previous plans had proposed 100 affordable apartments located off-site.
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June 25, 2025

Central Park hit hottest temperature since 2012

New York City recorded its hottest day in more than a decade on Tuesday, with temperatures in Central Park hitting 99 degrees for the first time since 2012. According to the New York Times, the thermometer at Belvedere Castle—the park's official weather station—reached the mark just before 1:30 p.m., marking the hottest temperature reading since July 18, 2012. The last time Central Park came close was June 30, 2021, when it hit 98 degrees.
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June 24, 2025

NYC wants feedback on plan to build 100K homes in Manhattan over next 10 years

New York City is asking New Yorkers to help shape its plan to build 100,000 new homes in Manhattan over the next decade. As part of the early stages of the "Manhattan Plan," Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of City Planning (DCP) are seeking feedback through an online survey, a city website, and upcoming in-person events. Residents can weigh in on potential sites for residential development, zoning changes, and other ideas, all of which will help inform a final report expected later this year.
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June 24, 2025

East Village parking garage to become luxury, red-brick condo with 18 loft-style apartments

An East Village parking garage plagued by structural issues is getting new life as an attractive red-brick condo with 18 loft-like residences. Designed and developed by Arcus, the project at 220 East 9th Street converts the shuttered 175-space garage into a six-story boutique building with one- to four-bedroom apartments, each with a distinct floor plan. Currently under construction, the condo will feature a hand-laid red brick facade punctuated by oversized arched and factory-style windows, and includes private on-site parking, a rarity in downtown Manhattan.
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June 24, 2025

A retro diner opens under the High Line

The Standard, High Line has turned its plaza into an open-air retro diner for the summer. As the latest seasonal pop-up at the Meatpacking District hotel, The Soda Shop will serve up a nostalgic experience, with an Americana-inspired design and a menu that includes diner classics, like flapjacks, tuna melts, and soda floats, as well as fun cocktails, like a frozen dirty Shirley and pickle martini.
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June 23, 2025

59 apartments available at Midtown East luxury rental, from $1,644/month

A new luxury residential tower in Midtown East just launched a lottery for 59 mixed-income apartments. Located at 300 East 50th Street, Anagram Turtle Bay is a 23-story residential building providing tenants a hotel-inspired lifestyle with luxurious amenities and spacious residences. New Yorkers earning 70 and 130 percent of the area median income can apply for the units, priced from $1,644/month studios to $4,415/month two-bedrooms.
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June 23, 2025

$80M penthouse at 80 Clarkson could break downtown Manhattan sales record

A duplex penthouse at a new two-tower complex next to Google’s Hudson Square headquarters could set a record for downtown Manhattan. Located in Zeckendorf Development and Atlas Capital Group's 80 Clarkson Street, the penthouse is asking $80 million, or more than $11,235 per square foot, according to The Real Deal. The 113-unit building, which topped out last week, has released 83 residential units so far, alongside 18 accessory suites, storage lockers, wine cellars, and parking, with an estimated sellout exceeding $2 billion.
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June 23, 2025

Elizabeth Street Garden will remain open in deal reached with city

One of the city's most contentious development battles has come to an end. Plans to turn the Elizabeth Street Garden in Nolita into affordable housing for seniors have been halted in a deal announced by Mayor Eric Adams on Monday. According to the mayor, Council Member Christopher Marte will now support the rezoning of three sites in his district to allow for 623 new affordable homes in exchange for preserving the one-acre community garden, ending a decade-long fight over the site.
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June 19, 2025

$10.75M upside-down triplex in Tribeca has retractable dining tables and a dog elevator

A fashion designer's one-of-a-kind Tribeca triplex is on the market for $10,750,000. Lela Rose, whose A-list clientele includes Gwyneth Paltrow and Michelle Obama, is selling her 6,000-square-foot maisonette loft at 46 White Street that has an upside-down layout, with a dramatic entertainment level equipped with a retractable dining table that can fit nearly 70 people or expand to become a catwalk. Other unconventional additions include a dog elevator, a hidden tequila tasting room, and a red-carpeted dressing room.
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June 19, 2025

City Planning Commission approves Midtown South rezoning

A major plan to build nearly 10,000 new homes in Midtown South by updating decades-old zoning rules just moved one step closer to becoming reality. The City Planning Commission (CPC) on Wednesday approved the Midtown South Mixed-Use (MSMX) plan, the rezoning of a 42-block stretch of the neighborhood to allow for 9,700 new homes in an area where housing was previously restricted. Under the city’s Mandatory Inclusionary Housing (MIH) program, the plan will require developers to include affordable housing, paving the way for up to 2,900 permanently affordable units. The plan now advances to the City Council for a final vote.
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June 16, 2025

Extell proposes 1,200-foot tower on the Upper West Side

A new supertall residential skyscraper proposed for the Upper West Side would become the neighborhood’s tallest building by a wide margin. Extell Development founder Gary Barnett met with Manhattan Community Board 7 last month to discuss plans for a 1,200-foot-tall tower at 77 West 66th Street, the former Disney campus. The 90-story building would surpass the height of Extell’s tower at 55 West 66th Street, across the street. Hoping to avoid another prolonged legal battle like the one that development faced, Barnett told the board he plans to include 100 affordable units in two smaller buildings as a gesture of "peace" with the community.
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June 12, 2025

City Council approves Related’s Hudson Yards West plan for 4,000 apartments and no casino

The New York City Council on Wednesday voted to approve zoning changes to allow for thousands of new apartments, but not a casino, on the undeveloped section of Hudson Yards. Related Companies' Hudson Yards West proposal includes four mixed-use towers, nearly seven acres of public green space, and 4,000 apartments. The original plan called for a casino run by Wynn Resorts, but Related scratched the gaming facility from the project last month amid strong opposition from community members and officials.
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June 11, 2025

Eataly opens new grab-and-go market and cafe in Hudson Yards

The Hudson Yards outpost of Italian marketplace Eataly has officially opened its doors. Located on the fourth level of the Shops & Restaurants at 20 Hudson Yards, Eataly Caffè marks the brand’s fourth New York City location and introduces a new concept featuring a coffee counter, grab-and-go options, and quick-service items ranging from pastries and sandwiches to gelato. The 5,500-square-foot, 82-seat space also includes a location-exclusive wine bar offering a variety of Italian wines, cocktails, and shareable plates.
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June 11, 2025

A sleek Soho duplex in a 19th-century police station asks $1.6M

The location couldn't be more perfect for anyone who wants to live the downtown life, at a price–$1,595,000–that's almost surprising given the Soho neighborhood. The one-bedroom co-op at 196 6th Avenue overlooks a leafy park within the West Soho Sullivan-Thompson Historic District. The landmarked building was built in 1893 as the 10th Precinct Police Station.
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June 10, 2025

Manhattan Park’s pool deck is bursting with color and patterns

Roosevelt Island luxury rental Manhattan Park unveiled the design for its 11th annual outdoor pool art installation this week. Titled "Waves of Joy," this year’s design comes from Parisian artist Meri Karapetyan, who spent 14 days and used 26 gallons of paint to transform the waterfront pool deck with vibrant hues inspired by water, leaves, and the summer sun. The mural is part of the community’s annual Pop-Up Pool Party, which debuts each summer to beautify the outdoor space ahead of pool season.
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June 10, 2025

Gallerist Barbara Gladstone’s Annabelle Selldorf-designed Chelsea townhouse asks $12M

In addition to being a visual standout as a peerless architectural creation, the four-story townhouse at 344 West 22nd Street has many distinctions. As the longtime home of New York City gallerist Barbara Gladstone, who died last year aged 89, the historic Greek Revival rowhouse has showcased work by some of the world's most celebrated contemporary artists, including Andy Warhol, Rudolf Stingel, and Richard Prince, within its walls, according to the New York Times. Its most recent entry into the 21st century was a stunning renovation designed around a sculptural spiral stair, the work of noted architect (and Gladstone's friend and client) Annabelle Selldorf. Asking $11,995,000, the home's luxury finishes and conveniences like a private elevator seem almost a quiet afterthought, though they add significantly to daily living.
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June 9, 2025

Divided by a private skybridge, this $2.75M Upper East Side co-op feels like a work of modern art

On the market for the first time in a generation, the Finch Skybridge at 52 East 78th Street is part Manhattan history, part livable art piece. Asking $2,750,000, this rarefied Upper East Side residence, separated by an architecturally significant skybridge, is unified by luxurious details and panoramic city views.
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June 5, 2025

Upper East Side pre-war co-op owned by champion of Central Park asks $4.95M

The longtime Upper East Side co-op of a key Central Park supporter is on the market. Norma Dana, who passed away last year, founded the Central Park Conservancy's Women's Committee and led fundraising efforts for several improvement and restoration projects in the park, including the creation of the Charles A. Dana Discovery Center with her husband. The park champion's three-bedroom apartment at 550 Park Avenue hit the market this spring for $4,950,000.
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June 5, 2025

New public space and skateboarding section open as part of revitalized Brooklyn Banks

Two more acres of public open space have opened beneath the Brooklyn Bridge in Chinatown, as part of the revitalization of skateboarding mecca Brooklyn Banks. Mayor Eric Adams on Thursday announced the expansion of "The Arches," along with an additional $50 million in funding to further enhance the park with new amenities, including public seating, plantings, lighting, and other upgrades. The new section includes a refurbished "Big Banks," which has been closed to skateboarders since 2010. The city began revitalizing and gradually reopening it as a public space in May 2023.
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June 5, 2025

The Frick Collection opens its first cafe

Spending an afternoon at a museum is one of the most "New York" things you can do. And while MoMa, the Met and the Guggenheim are flocked to, the Frick Collection is a quieter Upper East Side gem. Now, the newly renovated museum housed in the 1914 residence of Henry Clay Frick serves up Rembrandt and El Greco masterpieces with a cocktail and a bite.
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June 4, 2025

143 apartments available at FiDi office tower-turned-luxury rental, from $912/month

A housing lottery opened this week for 143 mixed-income apartments at the former Financial District headquarters of Goldman Sachs. Redesigned by CetraRuddy and developed by Metro Loft and Silverstein Properties, 55 Broad Street is an office-to-rental conversion with 571 apartments and 25,000 square feet of amenities, including a rooftop pool. New Yorkers earning 40, 80, and 100 percent of the area median income can apply for the units, priced from $912/month studios to $3,522/month three bedrooms.
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June 4, 2025

Fifth Avenue Blooms celebrates the corridor’s 200th anniversary with a custom rose variety and floral displays

Fifth Avenue will soon bloom with thousands of vibrant roses, including a unique new variety created to celebrate the iconic retail corridor’s 200th anniversary. On June 11, the Fifth Avenue Association will kick off Fifth Avenue Blooms, a month-long floral makeover of the avenue between 51st and 58th Streets, running through July 6. The display will feature 16 planters with 400 rose plants, totaling roughly 2,500 to 4,000 individual stems, including the one-of-a-kind variety created specifically for the avenue’s birthday, all beautifying the streetscape and providing a perfect backdrop for photos.
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