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Construction has begun on an intergenerational affordable housing development at the site of a long-vacant hospital in Forest Hills. Foxy Development and Selfhelp Realty Group on Wednesday announced work has begun on The Perennial, a mixed-use project that converts the existing Parkway Hospital building, inactive since 2008, into 145 affordable apartments for seniors and families. Developers describe the $150 million project as one of New York's most complex public-private development projects in recent history and the neighborhood’s first deeply affordable senior housing project.
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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

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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Park Slope townhouse sells for $13.9M, a new neighborhood record

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September 16, 2025

Park Slope townhouse sells for $13.9M, a new neighborhood record

A Park Slope townhouse has sold for $13.9 million, marking the neighborhood’s priciest sale ever. As first reported by the Wall Street Journal, the five-story property at 535 1st Street, designed by architecture and design firm Leroy Street Studio, hit the market for $18 million in May 2024, as 6sqft previously reported.
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A Romanesque Revival home in historic Crown Heights asks $3.5M

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September 16, 2025

A Romanesque Revival home in historic Crown Heights asks $3.5M

This 1899 Belle Époque townhouse at 1219 Dean Street stands out, even along the blocks of ornate homes in the Crown Heights North Historic District. Within, the original architecture has been preserved to provide a backdrop for modern design-led renovations. Asking $3,500,000, the 5,000-square-foot, four-story townhouse includes a separate garden suite with access to a private backyard.
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Red brick and terra cotta-clad condo in Greenwich Village launches sales, from $1.4M

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September 16, 2025

Red brick and terra cotta-clad condo in Greenwich Village launches sales, from $1.4M

A new boutique residential building has launched sales this week, bringing luxury living to the crossroads of Greenwich Village and Chelsea. Designed by BKSK Architects, The Village West, at 525 Sixth Avenue, rises 14 stories and pays homage to the neighborhood’s architectural heritage with a red-brick facade, terracotta details, oversized windows, and terraces and balconies woven into its design. Prices range from $1.4 million for a one-bedroom to $6.5 million for a four-bedroom.
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Louis Vuitton files plans for 25-story Fifth Avenue flagship

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September 15, 2025

Louis Vuitton files plans for 25-story Fifth Avenue flagship

Louis Vuitton wants to make its Fifth Avenue flagship even more luxurious. Just in time for New York Fashion Week, LVMH has filed plans with the Department of City Planning (DCP) to construct a 25-story tower at 1 East 57th Street, replacing the existing 20-story building. The proposed project would rise 485 feet and feature a 10-story flagship store, a cafe and terrace with Central Park views, public exhibition space, a luxury spa, a top-floor bar and garden, and other upscale amenities.
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LIRR strike: Here’s what riders need to know

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September 12, 2025

LIRR strike: Here’s what riders need to know

Nearly 300,000 Long Island Rail Road riders could face disrupted commutes as early as next Thursday, as unions threaten the agency’s first strike in nearly 30 years. Unions representing over 3,000 workers, or roughly half of the railroad’s workforce, could walk out on September 18 unless they receive higher raises than those already negotiated with the MTA, which says half of the workforce has already accepted the deal. Even a partial strike would halt all LIRR service, since striking employees include engineers, signalmen, and other essential staff.
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This $2.25M Bed-Stuy townhouse has iconic Brooklyn style, well-designed spaces, and rental opportunity

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September 12, 2025

This $2.25M Bed-Stuy townhouse has iconic Brooklyn style, well-designed spaces, and rental opportunity

This renovated home at 761 Macon Street offers a big dose of iconic Brooklyn charm that extends beyond its pretty face. Asking $2,250,000, this three-story townhouse on a brownstone block in Bed-Stuy may not be the biggest townhouse in Brooklyn, but creative design elements and unfussy, welcoming spaces make it feel like home.
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SHOP THE LISTING: A renovation by MADE adds colorful style to a $13M Cobble Hill townhouse

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September 11, 2025

SHOP THE LISTING: A renovation by MADE adds colorful style to a $13M Cobble Hill townhouse

At 25 feet wide with five stories and a separate garden flat, the 1884 late-Italianate-style townhouse at 234 Clinton Street would be a dream home for just about anyone. But the brick-fronted Brooklyn residence achieves icon status with a stem-to-stern renovation by celebrated architecture firm MADE, which added a vibrant color palette to design-showcase interiors while preserving the home’s history. Last listed for $12,995,000, the property's details, like pale mint green stairs, a modern kitchen clad in emerald tiles, and a top-floor studio, make this one of the neighborhood’s most exciting offerings. If you love the interior design of this home, we’ve sourced a few key pieces that are identical or similar to the items in the listing photos, so you can get the look for your own space.
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8 best hiking trails near NYC to see beautiful fall foliage

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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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Inside an Inwood rental with lush green space and a performing arts center

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September 8, 2025

Inside an Inwood rental with lush green space and a performing arts center

A huge mixed-use development in Upper Manhattan brings together mixed-income housing, a new performing arts space, and lots of green space to a single project. Taking up a full block on West 206th Street in Inwood, the Miramar is home to nearly 700 apartments, 85,000 square feet of amenities, and the future permanent home for the immigrant-centered People's Theatre. As leasing continues for the building's 417 market-rate apartments, 6sqft got an exclusive peek at Miramar's beautiful amenities, which include two landscaped courtyards, a meditation garden, terraces, and a rooftop with skyline views.
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ODA’s pixelating concrete condo near Billionaires’ Row prepares to launch sales, studios from $1.4M

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September 4, 2025

ODA’s pixelating concrete condo near Billionaires’ Row prepares to launch sales, studios from $1.4M

A new condo in Midtown East wants to humanize Billionaires' Row living. Designed by ODA, the Malabar Residences at 126 East 57th Street rises 28 stories in cascading cast-in-place concrete tiers, described by CityRealty as a "playfully pixelated totem of apartments." The architects integrate the building with the streetscape with two entrances and public-facing retail, while promoting the idea of "vertical living" for residents by dispersing shared spaces throughout the tower. Sales are set to launch for the Malabar's 145 residences, with initial pricing starting at $1.4 million for a studio and going up to $12.5 million for a three-bedroom penthouse.
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There are no dark corners in this $6.5M Park Slope townhouse with a rooftop view of the Statue of Liberty

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September 4, 2025

There are no dark corners in this $6.5M Park Slope townhouse with a rooftop view of the Statue of Liberty

The 1901 townhouse at 448 6th Street, on a picture-perfect Park Slope block near Prospect Park, is filled with sunlight on four floors. Inside, 3,500 square feet of living space is almost entirely dressed in white for a dazzling overall effect. Asking $6,500,000, the home's history is showcased in its brick and brownstone facade and bay windows topped with leaded glass.
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This $2.15M Chelsea duplex has old-world charm, baby blue accents, and a balcony

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September 3, 2025

This $2.15M Chelsea duplex has old-world charm, baby blue accents, and a balcony

This jewel-box of a duplex at 347 West 22nd Street is the sort of Manhattan apartment in which you can imagine spending a cozy winter day in front of the fire. There is, indeed, a working fireplace in the two-bedroom pad, but there's also a balcony for when the weather is better. Asking $2,150,000, the two-floor co-op has been renovated, but vintage details and colorful accents keep it unique.
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Art dealer Barbara Gladstone’s Chelsea townhouse sells for $13.1M

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September 2, 2025

Art dealer Barbara Gladstone’s Chelsea townhouse sells for $13.1M

The longtime Chelsea townhouse of late gallerist Barbara Gladstone has closed for $13.1 million after finding a buyer in a matter of days. The four-story Greek Revival row house at 344 West 22nd Street was listed for $11.995 million in June and entered contract 12 days later. The deal closed at the end of last month, with the sales price $1.105 million over the initial ask.
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Ivana Trump’s Lenox Hill townhouse gets another price cut, now asking $17.9M

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September 2, 2025

Ivana Trump’s Lenox Hill townhouse gets another price cut, now asking $17.9M

The five-story Upper East Side townhouse owned by Ivana Trump got another price chop, with the property now nearly one-third cheaper than its initial 2022 asking price. As first reported by CityRealty, the residence at 10 East 64th Street is now listed for $17.9 million, down from its original ask of $26.5 million and following a $4 million reduction in September 2023 after a year on the market. Ivana, who died in 2022, purchased the home in the early 1990s for roughly $2,500,000 following her divorce from Donald Trump, as 6sqft previously reported.
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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

"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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For $2.8M, this big loft in a former Dumbo soap factory has three bedrooms and an office

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August 28, 2025

For $2.8M, this big loft in a former Dumbo soap factory has three bedrooms and an office

This light-filled corner condo atop Dumbo’s Kirkman soap factory lofts at 37 Bridge Street is a dream home for loft lovers. Manhattan skyline, East River, and bridge views take center stage through classic factory windows. Three bedrooms and a mezzanine office space mean there's enough room for everyone's daily routine. The penthouse loft can be yours for $2,800,000.
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Penn Station revamp to begin in late 2027, Trump says

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August 28, 2025

Penn Station revamp to begin in late 2027, Trump says

Construction on the long-delayed revamp of Penn Station will start in late 2027, the Trump administration announced on Wednesday. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said proposals will be accepted starting in October for the redevelopment of the busy train hall, with a goal to start construction in two years. The news comes after the feds put Amtrak in control of the project over Gov. Kathy Hochul in April. It's unclear how much the project will now cost under the updated timeline and possibly new design, but previous estimates from the MTA listed a $7 billion price tag.
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This $2M Kips Bay condo offers smart-home tech at every turn

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August 26, 2025

This $2M Kips Bay condo offers smart-home tech at every turn

Behind the sleek, white walls of this two-bedroom 15th-floor condo at 148 East 24th Street, a fully outfitted smart home integrates the latest in cutting-edge tech, from voice-activated lighting and climate control to the latest security and entertainment systems. Asking $1,995,000, the Manhattan condo's modern luxury doesn't end at the walls: A private balcony adds outdoor living to daily life.
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Asbury Park penthouse hits the market for record $9M

The penthouse at Asbury Ocean Club, at 1101 Ocean Avenue in Asbury Park. All photos courtesy of Nick Marraro, Motion City Media unless otherwise noted

August 25, 2025

Asbury Park penthouse hits the market for record $9M

Less than a month after a penthouse in Asbury Park sold for $7.6 million, becoming the priciest condo ever sold in New Jersey, a newly listed apartment in the Jersey Shore city is already trying to break the record. Asking $8,999,999, the penthouse at the beachfront Asbury Ocean Club is a combination of two units, with six bedrooms and 2,600 square feet of rooftop space overlooking the ocean and boardwalk.
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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

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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Asking $3.2M, this three-unit Boerum Hill townhouse hasn’t lost its old-world charm

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August 18, 2025

Asking $3.2M, this three-unit Boerum Hill townhouse hasn’t lost its old-world charm