New York City Real Estate Porn

Upper East Side - this five bedroom on Park Avenue is a...

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 08:14:01 -0400

Upper East Side - this five bedroom on Park Avenue is a maisonette, which means ground floor. I am not personally a big fan of this first floor location, but damn, this is one very fine apartment. Handsome. As much as the study is a little much for me, I could really enjoy it.

Upper East Side, Carnegie Hill - The 90’s on the Upper...

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 14:17:00 -0400

Upper East Side, Carnegie Hill - The 90’s on the Upper East Side offer terrific value as well as wonderful space. This townhouse, although a modest size (for a city house) of 3,000 square feet, has kept its old world charm.

Columbus Circle - Okay, so you need a four bedroom and you want...

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 08:20:22 -0400

Columbus Circle - Okay, so you need a four bedroom and you want about as crazy a view as available in NYC, from the 72nd floor. And you have $20 million as your budget. Here you go. As condos go, with its own interior elevator between levels, this one is swell-est.

Greenpoint, Brooklyn - This 2100 square foot townhouse is small...

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 08:20:01 -0400

Greenpoint, Brooklyn - This 2100 square foot townhouse is small inside, but with a very large heart.For $1.85 million, this is one sweet home. Greenpoint is now officially an uber-hip place to live, like Williamsburg, although not as pricey. The kitchen is too busy for my taste, but easily simplified more to my liking. I’d love to sell this and make someone very, very happy.

Carnegie Hill (Upper East side) - With over 4,000 square feet,...

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 14:35:43 -0400

Carnegie Hill (Upper East side) - With over 4,000 square feet, this 11 room townhouse is just plain charming. A sophisticated home that feels good. And yes, I’m partial to the kitchen and the tree-house.

Tribeca - This 1450 sq ft loft is in an...

Sun, 29 Jul 2012 08:22:00 -0400

Tribeca - This 1450 sq ft loft is in an 1886 Flemish-style building, designed initially by architect Stephen Decatur Hatch as a warehouse. Now it is a condo, with apartments costing just under $2000 per square foot. That is Tribeca defined.

Brooklyn, Park Slope - A limestone townhouse asking $2.9 million...

Sat, 28 Jul 2012 08:05:00 -0400

Brooklyn, Park Slope - A limestone townhouse asking $2.9 million with 3800 square feet. Assuming the building is as structurally sound as it is handsome and well-located, this is a very good deal. That wood panelling knocks me out; not as much a fan of wood decking for the outdoors, but hell, I’d change it.

Fort Greene - In one of my very favorite ‘hoods, this two...

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 09:48:20 -0400

Fort Greene - In one of my very favorite ‘hoods, this two family townhouse would be quadruple in price in Manhattan (okay, maybe triple) — and how charmingly sweet is it? Very! Love the garden.

Chelsea - A three bedroom loft, close to the meatpacking...

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 08:23:11 -0400

Chelsea - A three bedroom loft, close to the meatpacking district. Despite its $2,000 per square foot price tag, which places it on the higher side in this crazy town, I don’t find it as cool as I’d like it to be… for example, I find the mash up of window style in the living room more jarring than attractive. Highly subjective, I admit.

Greenwich Village - This area is also called NOHO (NOrth of...

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 08:26:26 -0400

Greenwich Village - This area is also called NOHO (NOrth of HOuston). The living room of this two bedroom is pretty darn cool, but outshone by the staircase and the outdoor terrace.

Boerum Hill, Brooklyn - this four bedroom triplex is in a...

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 08:19:12 -0400

Boerum Hill, Brooklyn - this four bedroom triplex is in a townhouse condo. Around 4000 sq. feet, as well as a rooftop terrace with views to Manhattan. And that bookcase staircase — love it!

Upper east side - A postwar co-op on Fifth Avenue affords an...

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 13:54:07 -0400

Upper east side - A postwar co-op on Fifth Avenue affords an openness, almost loft-like, that a pre-war often cannot. As a result, the views and scale from this high floor add drama and expansiveness.

Upper East Side - There are few condos on Park Avenue, and so...

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 08:25:28 -0400

Upper East Side - There are few condos on Park Avenue, and so they tend to be highly desirable. This is no exception; although a rather small two bedroom, it is handsomely proportioned and beautifully done up. More than the lavishly marbled bathroom, I’m attracted to the breakfast nook.

Central Park South - This three bedroom condo is in the Jumeirah...

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 08:18:02 -0400

Central Park South - This three bedroom condo is in the Jumeirah Essex House, which means the hotel perks of room service, and daily maid service at a price of course. Designed by Costas Kondylis, so yes, a whole lot of style. And Central park views (4th floor, but still…)

Upper East Side, ‘60’s - a four bedroom co-op,...

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 08:20:59 -0400

Upper East Side, ‘60’s - a four bedroom co-op, originally 11 rooms now 10. The dining room reflects the traditional yet freshly sophisticated style found throughout. Ask is $9.25 million.

Chelsea - A little small for a five bedroom, but perhaps the...

Sun, 15 Jul 2012 08:28:45 -0400

Chelsea - A little small for a five bedroom, but perhaps the terrace makes up for the interior space in this very nice condo.

Greenwich Village - a classic duplex loft that served as an...

Sat, 14 Jul 2012 08:16:01 -0400

Greenwich Village - a classic duplex loft that served as an office and home. Close to 4000 square feet on the very cool Great Jones Street. So much space, now a three bedroom, but also a lot of hallway.

Tribeca - More from yesterday’s five story townhouse in...

Sun, 08 Jul 2012 08:21:19 -0400

Tribeca - More from yesterday’s five story townhouse in the sky. The space is way to cool for only three photos.

Sitting atop a condo, this 11,000 square foot penthouse is a veritable steal at $28 million. I’m not being glib: $3000 per square foot is not unusual in these lofty (sorry) quarters. Pretty darn fabulous. Love the library.

Tribeca - a five story townhouse in the sky. Sitting atop a...

Sat, 07 Jul 2012 08:19:01 -0400

Tribeca - a five story townhouse in the sky. Sitting atop a condo, this 11,000 square foot penthouse is a veritable steal at $28 million. I’m not being glib: $3000 per square foot is not unusual in these lofty (sorry) quarters. Pretty darn fabulous. Love the library.

Midtown West, Central Park South - this 4200 square foot, five...

Sat, 30 Jun 2012 08:27:01 -0400

Midtown West, Central Park South - this 4200 square foot, five bedroom is in a ‘condop’ - a co-op that behaves like a condominium, often preferred by buyers. The kitchen, bathrooms and library are in the English regency style — one of my most personal least favorite design — by Clive Christian of London, one of my favorite designers nonetheless because their craftsmanship is superb. And those views….killer.