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New Underground Railroad stop discovered at Merchant’s House Museum in Manhattan

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February 13, 2026

New Underground Railroad stop discovered at Merchant’s House Museum in Manhattan

A previously unknown site connected to the Underground Railroad was discovered in Manhattan this week. The Merchant's House Museum, a well-preserved 19th-century home-turned-museum on East 4th Street in Noho, unveiled a narrow passageway hidden beneath a built-in chest of drawers on the second floor that descends 15 feet to the ground floor. As NY1 first reported, the link to the Underground Railroad is the first uncovered in the city in over a century.
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Amy Schumer paid $6.25M for Central Park West condo

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January 6, 2026

Amy Schumer paid $6.25M for Central Park West condo

By Devin Gannon

After a short stint in Brooklyn, Amy Schumer is back on the Upper West Side. The comedian and actress recently sold her Brooklyn Heights townhouse for $11 million, with plans to move back to Manhattan to be close to her son's school. As the New York Post first reported, Schumer bought a corner condo unit at 279 Central Park West for $6,250,000 about a year ago. The three-bedroom condo offers Central Park views from every room, most notably in the 36-foot-long living room.
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December 31, 2025

10 listings 6sqft readers loved in 2025

By Devin Gannon

In 2025, 6sqft published nearly 170 stories on "distinctive homes," special New York City properties with interiors that inspired us and prices that made our jaws drop. Interestingly, five of our 10 most-read stories this year featured homes outside of the city, with a $975,000 mid-century modern home designed by a student of Frank Lloyd Wright topping the list. Readers also enjoyed renovated Brooklyn brownstones with big price tags, penthouses with outdoor pools, and Jackie Gleason’s UFO house in Westchester. Ahead, take a look at 6sqft's most popular stories on homes that hit the market this year.
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Ricky Martin sells Upper East Side apartment for $6.15M

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December 17, 2025

Ricky Martin sells Upper East Side apartment for $6.15M

By Aaron Ginsburg

Ricky Martin has sold his Upper East Side apartment for $6.15 million after eight years on and off the market. As first reported by the New York Post, the Latin music icon parted ways with his four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom residence at 170 East End Avenue in Yorkville. Martin purchased the home in 2012 for $5.9 million and first listed it in 2017 for $8.4 million.
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$22M Cobble Hill brownstone is five floors of architectural perfection, from the wine cellar to the rooftop deck

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October 8, 2025

$22M Cobble Hill brownstone is five floors of architectural perfection, from the wine cellar to the rooftop deck

By Michelle Cohen

Built in the 1850s, the five-floor brownstone at 205 Clinton Street fits right in with its stately neighbors on an elegant, historic Cobble Hill block–but the home's interiors are in a league of their own. Reflecting a two-year renovation helmed by award-winning architect Mike Ingui, the 25-foot-wide townhouse has been completely rebuilt within its carefully-preserved frame, from the basement wine cellar and gym to four levels of outdoor space topped by a rooftop clubhouse and deck. An elevator takes you to all levels with hand-carved stairs and mezzanines in between. There's even full-service concierge parking. As the pricy neighborhood's biggest-ticket listing, if the townhouse sells for its stratospheric $22 million ask, it would be the third-highest sale in Brooklyn.
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Fort Greene and Clinton Hill will be next NYC neighborhoods to fully containerize trash

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September 16, 2025

Fort Greene and Clinton Hill will be next NYC neighborhoods to fully containerize trash

By Aaron Ginsburg

Fort Greene and Clinton Hill are following West Harlem’s lead and will become the next neighborhoods in New York City to fully containerize trash. Mayor Eric Adams and Department of Sanitation Commissioner Javier Lojan on Tuesday announced that schools in Brooklyn Community District 2 will receive on-street trash containers, known as Empire Bins, this fall, with all high-density residential buildings in the area scheduled to follow next year. Building on the success of West Harlem’s program, all buildings in the district must place trash in containers, with those with 31 or more units required to use Empire Bins.
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Track work to disrupt 4, 5, and 6 subway service for two weekends this month

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August 8, 2025

Track work to disrupt 4, 5, and 6 subway service for two weekends this month

By Aaron Ginsburg

Riders on the 4, 5, and 6 subway lines are in for two weekends of major service disruptions this month. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority on Tuesday announced track work will shut down service south of Grand Central–42nd Street from 11:30 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday on the weekends of August 15 through 18 and August 22 through 25. Crews will be replacing the concrete beneath switches north of 14th Street.
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Clark Street station reopens after hotel awning collapse

The Hotel St. George Awning before collapse. Image via WikiCommons

August 5, 2025

Clark Street station reopens after hotel awning collapse

By Aaron Ginsburg

Subway service has been restored at the Clark Street station in Brooklyn Heights following the collapse of a concrete awning on Sunday. A video posted to social media by Council Member Lincoln Restler captured the moment the 15-by-20-foot awning on Henry Street came crashing down over the station entrance. Service was suspended at the station after the Department of Buildings (DOB) had found a similar structure above another entrance unsafe. As of Tuesday morning, the vacate order was lifted, and subway service was restored.
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4th of July in NYC: 18 places for fun and fireworks

South Street Seaport. 2019 fireworks. Photo credit: Jane Kratochvil

June 26, 2025

4th of July in NYC: 18 places for fun and fireworks

By Aaron Ginsburg

This year, Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Show will return to the East River and the Brooklyn Bridge. For its 49th annual show, Macy's will launch fireworks from four barges positioned near the Brooklyn Bridge and South Street Seaport. Those celebrating closer to the west side of Manhattan can also enjoy Jersey City's show over the Hudson River. Ahead, we’ve rounded up the best ticketed Independence Day celebrations across the five boroughs, from prime waterfront views atop rooftops to front-row seats along the East River.
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June 13, 2025

55-story Long Island City condo with over 600 units moves ahead

By Aaron Ginsburg

A massive 55-story condo tower with over 600 homes in Long Island City is moving forward after developers secured $525 million in construction financing. Charney Companies and Tavros, in partnership with Incoco Capital, announced this week funding for a 636-unit development at 24-19 Jackson Avenue and 45-03 23rd Street in the Court Square section of the neighborhood. The developers received $425 million from Madison Realty Capital and an additional $100 million from Kushner Companies and OneIM.
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10 tranquil spots in NYC for some peace and quiet

The Pergola at Wave Hill in the Bronx frames stunning views of the Hudson River and the Palisades. Photo courtesy of Wave Hill

May 30, 2025

10 tranquil spots in NYC for some peace and quiet

By Lidia Ryan

When the sun comes out, so do the people. The energy of New York City is palpable on the warm days of late spring and early summer. After a long winter spent inside apartments, museums, and restaurants, New Yorkers crave sunshine and nature this time of year. And while that’s a beautiful thing, it can make it difficult to escape crowds. If you’re looking for a little relaxation in the great outdoors, we’ve rounded up 10 tranquil spots perfect for an afternoon with a book, a picnic, or just your thoughts.
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23 best flea and food markets in NYC to visit this spring

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April 4, 2025

23 best flea and food markets in NYC to visit this spring

By Aaron Ginsburg

It's officially spring in New York City, even if it may not feel like it yet. New Yorkers will shake off their winter blues and get ready for the months of outdoor fun that lie ahead. One of the best ways to get out and enjoy the nice weather is by heading to an outdoor market to browse troves of unique treasures or try a tasty treat. We've rounded up some of our favorite outdoor spring and summer markets, whether you're looking for fresh, locally grown produce at the city's Greenmarkets or one-of-a-kind vintage finds at flea markets in Brooklyn and Queens.
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Mulchfest is here: How to recycle your Christmas tree in NYC

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January 2, 2025

Mulchfest is here: How to recycle your Christmas tree in NYC

By Aaron Ginsburg

The holidays are officially over, and it's time to face the facts: that giant Christmas tree in your living room has got to go. Thankfully, the city's Parks and Sanitation Departments make it easy with Mulchfest, a sustainable way to recycle your tree. Through January 12, New Yorkers can drop off their trees at 75 sites across the five boroughs to be composted. Bring your tree to one of 35 chipping sites on the weekend of January 11 and take home a "tree-mento"—a bag of mulch for your backyard or a street tree’s winter bed.
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December 27, 2024

6sqft’s top stories of 2024!

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As we close the chapter on 2024, 6sqft is taking a moment to reflect on the stories that resonated most with readers this year. From record-breaking real estate deals near Central Park and the Upper West Side's new tallest tower to a visual portal linking Dublin and NYC and the city’s first Passive House public schools, readers stayed up to date on New York City's latest happenings. Readers also enjoyed an exclusive look at some of the city's most remarkable real estate listings, including the priciest townhouse in Park Slope and a restored Marcel Breuer-designed home on the Hudson.
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December 17, 2024

17 ways to celebrate Hanukkah in NYC

By Aaron Ginsburg

With Hanukkah coinciding with Christmas this year, New York City is transforming into a festive hub of holiday celebrations. This year, the Festival of Lights begins at sunset on Wednesday, December 25, and lasts until sunset on Thursday, January 2. Across the five boroughs, there are many ways to enjoy the eight-night holiday, from menorah lighting celebrations to live music performances. Ahead, discover ways to celebrate Hanukkah in the Big Apple, from competing giant menorah lightings to live klezmer band performances at Brookfield Place.
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Boroughs of the Dead ghost tours dive into the real-life macabre history of NYC

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Astoria. All photos courtesy of Boroughs of the Dead

October 25, 2024

Boroughs of the Dead ghost tours dive into the real-life macabre history of NYC

By Lidia Ryan

Spooky season is in full swing, and if you’re a history nerd who wants to learn about the "macabre, strange, spooky, weird, spectral history of the city," there’s a tour group for that. Boroughs of the Dead: Macabre New York City Walking Tours, founded by Andrea Janes, brings groups through the spookiest, most "haunted" areas of New York City, creating a "ghost map" of the city by overlaying scary stories over the “terrain of the real,” Janes describes.
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NYC unveils proposals to turn dreary areas under the BQE into vibrant public spaces

Rendering of a proposed e-bike charging and storage hub for delivery workers. All rendering courtesy of NYC DOT

October 10, 2024

NYC unveils proposals to turn dreary areas under the BQE into vibrant public spaces

By Aaron Ginsburg

Decrepit, drab spaces beneath the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway could soon be transformed into vibrant public areas. The city's Department of Transportation (DOT) on Wednesday published a report with proposals to convert a space under the BQE at Park Avenue in Fort Greene into an e-bike charging and storage station for delivery workers and to redesign a congested intersection at West 9th Street to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety. The report also proposed capping trenched sections of the BQE in Carroll Gardens, Williamsburg, and Bay Ridge to create parks and public spaces above the expressway.
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12 ways to commemorate 9/11 anniversary in NYC

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September 10, 2024

12 ways to commemorate 9/11 anniversary in NYC

By Aaron Ginsburg

Wednesday marks the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks and the day that changed New York City forever. For New Yorkers looking to honor the anniversary of 9/11, the city is hosting several commemoration events, including the annual reading of the names of the victims, moving performances at Lincoln Center and in Times Square, and the Tribute in Light installation.
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August 12, 2024

Colors, prints, and patterns give this $850K pre-war Murray Hill co-op a country cottage vibe

By Michelle Cohen

This full-sized two-bedroom co-op on Manhattan's east side at 144 East 36th Street is a classic pre-war home, with high, beamed ceilings and generous proportions. Asking $850,000, the cozy, colorful apartment's decor surrounds graceful arches and molding, hardwood floors–and Chrysler Building views–with pretty prints and floral chintz, bringing the cheerfulness of a country meadow to the historic Deco residence.
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New Snøhetta-designed public library opens in Far Rockaway

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July 31, 2024

New Snøhetta-designed public library opens in Far Rockaway

By Aaron Ginsburg

Far Rockaway's new public library officially opened this week. Designed by acclaimed architecture firm Snøhetta, the two-story Queens Public Library branch at 1637 Central Avenue is twice the size of the previous library, which closed in 2018, and features a striking sunrise-inspired glass facade and central atrium that lets natural light fill the building. The $39 million library is part of the broader 2017 Downtown Far Rockaway rezoning to bring more housing, retail, and amenities to the neighborhood.
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Sunday service is back at these NYC libraries this weekend

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in Manhattan will reopen on Sunday, July 14. Photo © John Bartelstone courtesy of the NYPL

July 9, 2024

Sunday service is back at these NYC libraries this weekend

By Devin Gannon

For the first time since late last year, Sunday service will return to some New York City public library branches this weekend. Mayor Eric Adams and the City Council last month agreed to a budget for fiscal year 2025 that restores $58.3 million in funding for the New York Public Library, Brooklyn Public Library, and Queens Public Library. The libraries will reinstate Sunday service at branches that previously offered it on a rolling basis starting July 14.
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$5.9M Civil War-era Clinton Hill mansion is a three-family home and an architectural gem

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April 22, 2024

$5.9M Civil War-era Clinton Hill mansion is a three-family home and an architectural gem

By Michelle Cohen

Clinton Hill is known for its ornate historic mansions set on blocks lined with brownstone and brick. This three-family home at 315 Washington Avenue, asking $5,900,000, is a fine example of just such a find. Built in the 1860s, this Francois I-style home is set back from the avenue, recognizable by the mansard roof added near the turn of the century by the Parfitt Brothers architectural firm. The free-standing manse measures a generous 30 feet wide and 68 feet deep on a gated lot surrounded by front, side, and back gardens, terraces, and a private driveway.
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This $5.75M Clinton Hill two-family home is five floors of brownstone perfection

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March 28, 2024

This $5.75M Clinton Hill two-family home is five floors of brownstone perfection

By Michelle Cohen

Brooklyn townhouses can seem like fairytale castles from the outside, but they often disappoint when it comes to interiors and livability. This massive 4,300-square-foot brownstone residence at 211 Greene Avenue in Clinton Hill is as much of a dream home on the inside as appears from the curb. Asking $5,750,000, the 19th-century townhouse has been thoroughly renovated with maximum architecture and design expertise. Five stories of living space include a two-bedroom garden apartment, a four-level upper unit, and a lovely landscaped backyard.
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25 spots to watch the solar eclipse in NYC and beyond

2017 solar eclipse at the Top of the Rock. Photo courtesy of Tishman Speyer

March 26, 2024

25 spots to watch the solar eclipse in NYC and beyond

By Aaron Ginsburg

On April 8, New York will experience its first total solar eclipse in almost a century. Five regions across the northern part of the state lie in the path of totality and will witness the moon passing between the sun and earth, blocking the face of the sun for up to four minutes. While only a partial eclipse will be visible in New York City, the event marks the last solar eclipse in the five boroughs until 2044. In anticipation of this once-in-a-lifetime event, the state is offering plenty of ways to witness the spectacle. Ahead, find the best ways to experience the solar eclipse across the state, from aboard the U.S.S. Intrepid and atop the city's highest outdoor observation deck to the banks of the Hudson River in Bear Mountain State Park and a Long Island beach.
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Behind this $9.9M Chelsea townhouse, a secret path leads to a backyard carriage house

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March 15, 2024

Behind this $9.9M Chelsea townhouse, a secret path leads to a backyard carriage house

By Michelle Cohen

If you love the idea of an 1848 brick townhouse restored to its original glory, with a back garden, a roof terrace, and a pretty carriage house down a hidden "horse walk," the middle of Manhattan might not be the first place you'd look. This three-unit townhouse at 331 West 20th Street, asking $9,900,000, is like having a private country estate right in the heart of Chelsea. The 25-foot-wide, five-story Greek Revival home is large enough to contain three large private units. A two-story rear carriage house is an unexpected surprise.
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