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Brenda runs into clients all the time who wonder whether or not they really need to hire a buyer’s agent when buying a home. Of course, the answer is no. It’s certainly possible to do it yourself, but if you want to find the best deal and the perfect home, the answer is a resounding yes!

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CALLING ALL INVESTORS AND COLLECTORS: 4.5% CAP RATE Buy and hold this cash producing asset for the next five years before turning it residential. The 5th floor is approximately 2,700 gross SqFt and is currently fully leased to an office tenant paying market rent with options to renew. Sun-soaked from three exposures facing North, East, and West, the walls are peppered with 15 large windows offering unobstructed views of SoHo. The elevator was recently modernized and the lobby has been renovated. Space can be used for either commercial or residential. 203 Lafayette Condominium is perfectly located on the corner of Lafayette and Kenmare Streets where SoHo meets Nolita. Please inquire for further details. Showings by appointment only.

$3,999,999 Active

203 Lafayette St 5-C New York, New York

1 Beds 1 Baths

Premier S/W Corner with Full Water Views. Spacious 3BR in a full amenities green building. The home features a panoramic curtain of glass overlooking the open waters of the Hudson, Statue of Liberty and beyond. An open kitchen with stone counters and top of the line appliances coupled with a sensible floor plan with separate dining and living area sets the stage for easy entertaining of family and friends while watching the ships sail by. A spacious master bedroom with marble bath, deep soaking tub, and double vanity provides a private retreat. California Closets and solar shades throughout. An energy efficient Asko washer/dryer is also included in the unit.

$3,990,000 Active

70 Little West St 23-E New York, New York

3 Beds 3 Baths

Fabulous 3 bed, 3 bath, 2,349 sq ft stunner overlooking the High Line, in the heart of West Chelsea! Live the ultimate modern lifestyle at 245 Tenth, an artfully-designed full-service condominium conceived by award-winning Della Valle Bernheimer architects. A private keyed elevator opens into a lofty, meticulously renovated, light filled apartment. A gracious gallery hall welcomes your arrival and is ideal for displaying favorite works of art. Gorgeous 5 dark stained oak floors enrich the ambiance and continue throughout the home. Proceed straight ahead to encounter the expansive 38 open living and dining room that is built for entertaining. This dramatic space is punctuated by chic tilted columns, and brightened by a stretching wall of windows showcasing amazing High Line and city views. The top-of-the-line open kitchen is finely appointed with white lacquer cabinetry, a huge Calacatta marble countertop with seating, built-in flat-screen TV, premium Sub-Zero, Thermador & Bosch appliances, a Miele range hood, and breakfast nook. Completing the comfort in this wing of the home is a bedroom, full bath, and laundry room with Bosch washer-dryer & storage. In a separate wing down the gallery hall is the master bedroom suite with an oversized custom-fitted walk-in closet, a large second bedroom with California closets, and a full hall bath. The master spa bath clad in Carrara marble affords the ultimate pampering with radiant heat floors, an elongated dual sink vanity, and custom glass-enclosed dual shower. A deeded 7x 8 basement storage unit thats included with the sale take this unique offering over the top! The appeal of 245 Tenth with its striking glass and stainless steel facade is heightened by a sleek lobby, 24-hour doorman, fitness room with Peloton equipment, furnished outdoor patio, and pet-friendly policy. The prime location at the core of the West Chelsea gallery scene is made just as vibrant with shopping, restaurants and conveniences all around you. Besides the High Line, also close by are Hudson Yards, Hudson River Park, Chelsea Piers, Chelsea Market, the Whitney Museum, and the renowned Avenues World School.

$3,950,000 Active

245 10th Ave 74-W New York, New York

3 Beds 3 Baths

Closing Summer 2020! 3A is a stunning 3 bed, 2.5 bath apartment with the most beautiful green and open exposures, you will feel at ease from the moment you enter. With high ceilings, grand living space, stunning parquet floors and green outside of every window, each unit is beautifully integrated into the historic townhouse district of the Upper West Side. The expansive living and dining room is perfect for entertaining, with plenty of space, and access to your private terrace. The gracious kitchen is both open to the living space, and also perfectly set back, so that you can always be part of the party when entertaining, while also having some privacy. The kitchen is the ideal blend of functionality and beautiful design, with state-of-the-art appliances, handcrafted cabinetry, a striking vented hood, and gorgeous Carrara marble countertops and backsplash. The powder room is located right off the main living space for a seamless flow. The serene and spacious master bedroom allows for relaxation, with picturesque tree views and open sky out of oversized windows. There is a great oversized closet, as well as an elegant five-piece master bathroom designed with a custom walnut vanity, Blue De Savoie walls, and heated Calacatta marble floors. Even the secondary bedrooms, charming and bright, have access to the terrace. The Marbury, located at 164 West 74th Street, is a boutique new conversion that has been thoughtfully designed for luxurious, easy and practical living. The beautifully restored facade alone will steal your heart, but thats just the beginning. The residences are both classic and contemporary, with high ceilings, elegant finishes and large windows displaying beautiful tree lined views on lower floors and wide-open city views higher up. With 14 residences, including two penthouses and two garden units, The Marbury is a boutique condominium with the services and amenities one might find in a larger building, including an attended lobby, a landscaped and furnished garden, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a residents lounge with wine storage, a large wood-paneled private dining room that uniquely converts to a billiards room, and a bicycle room. Situated on one of the most charming tree-lined Upper West Side blocks, The Marbury is nestled between Central Park and Riverside Park and is surrounded by some of the neighborhoods best dining, shopping and cultural institutions. The complete offering terms are in an offering plan available from the sponsor file number CD17-0280.

$3,945,000 Active

164 W 74th St 3-A New York, New York

3 Beds 2.5 Baths

PRICED TO SELL! Great opportunity to renovate to your personal taste. Possible floor plans and layouts are almost endless!.Previously renovated in 2007, this unit is comprised of 2 units in the A/B line on the 16th floorBeautiful unit with it's own private landing, opening to a gorgeous marble foyer. Just off the foyer is the bright formal dining room and large chef's kitchen.To the north is a large living room with its own private balcony where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the 59th street bridge and east river ! Currently set up with 4 bedrooms, three of which have ensuite bathrooms. The master bedroom has two full bathrooms, walk-in closets and has Beautiful South West views. The Library/Media room has large oversized windows with spectacular East River views.Other building amenities include a newly remodeled gym , bike storage room, and private storage available. Allows LLC's on a case by case basis Pied-A-Terres,Pet friendly, and sublets,. Enjoy everything the Upper East side and Sutton Place has to offer; Big Box Store shopping, Great restaurants, and convenient to subways 4,5,6,F,Q . Easy access to Long Island city and local airports!High Speed internet and multiple TV carriers

$3,931,000 Active

425 E 58th St 16AB New York, New York

4 Beds 6 Baths

$Stunning Skyline Views - BEST UNIT IN BUILDING - First Penthouse Resale at 196 Orchard!This unique 1,409SF North\West corner designer penthouse with two split bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms expertly blends the best of Downtown style with polished modern luxury. Designed by Incorporated Architecture & Design, Penthouse E features fabulous 12ft exposed concrete ceilings, gorgeous wide-plank white oak floors, and massive industrial style windows that showcase truly breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline from every room. The stylish and functional custom open kitchen with built-in Miele appliances includes onyx lacquer cabinetry, polished marble backsplash, quartz countertop with cabinet lighting, and a kitchen island with wine refrigerator. The master bathroom boasts Blue de Savoie marble floors, marble shower and bathtub, Waterworks fixtures and white lacquer vanity with polished quartz countertop. This stylish penthouse home is completed by an LG stacked washer and dryer and a gorgeous powder room with Eramosa marble floor. 196 Orchard is a chic and stylish full-service condominium perfectly located where the East Village and Lower East Side meet. The building has a 24 hour attended lobby, truly magnificent 4,300SF residents rooftop lounge with outdoor kitchens and spectacular city views, and a bicycle room. Residents also receive a discount at the state-of-the-art two-story, 30,000-square-foot Equinox Fitness Center and Spa with a private entrance that occupies the second and third floors.$ $3,725,000 Active

196 Orchard St PHE New York, New York

2 Beds 3 Baths

Situated on West Chelsea's most desirable and stunning tree-lined block, this meticulously renovated brownstone residence blends townhouse living with apartment convenience. Classic yet modern elegance and a substantial feel permeate this gracious home that embodies the charm and soul of this quintessential downtown neighborhood. The expansive layout, originally a 3-bedroom, now reconfigured as a 2-bedroom plus dining area, was achieved through the impeccable combination of 2 contiguous landmark townhouses, resulting in 2 side-by-side floors on one level. Windows on northern and southern exposures invite in generous natural light. Broad French doors in the living room open to a private slate terrace, with steps leading down to your own large private lush garden a beautiful refuge in the heart of the city. A complete renovation was undertaken throughout, from the custom kitchen and designer bathrooms to the refinished wood floors, new lighting, updated electrical and plumbing and original brick walls exposed that remain in superb condition. The chef will be inspired to create and entertain in the environs of the stunning kitchen equipped with premium Thermador, Miele, Viking and Sub-Zero appliances, and a Waterworks faucet. Enhancing the character are airy 9'2" foot ceilings, elegant trim & moldings, lovely arched windows with window boxes, thoughtful storage everywhere, and 2 wood-burning fireplaces one in the living room with a gorgeous antique mantle, and the other in the tranquil master bedroom. Your spacious master bedroom is enriched by a fireplace, exposed brick, and built-in bookcases/storage. Large closets sit between the bedroom and spa-like master bath with Rohl polished nickel fixtures. Down the closet-lined hall is a second full bathroom with a claw-foot tub featuring lacquered brass feet, Rohl brass shower fixtures, Waterworks sink, electric radiant heated floor by Nu-heat, along with a sizable second bedroom with receives beautiful southern light. An LG washer/dryer provides in-home laundry convenience. Located in an intimate 6-unit co-op with low maintenance and a part-time super, in the prime West Chelsea Arts District, 471 W 22 is part of Fitzroy Place, among the areas most attractive townhouse cooperatives, masterfully renovated by architects Beyer Blinder Belle. The address is just moments from the High Line and Hudson River Parks, Chelsea Market and The Avenues School, a new and important neighborhood landmark.

$3,600,000 Active

471 W 22nd St B New York, New York

3 Beds 2 Baths

Anticipated occupancy first quarter of 2020.This three bedroom home is graciously appointed with 9-5 ceilings, generously proportioned living spaces, and three full bathrooms. Northern and Western exposures bathe this residence in natural light while the 7-1/2 wide plank oak floors bring an air of modern elegance throughout the home. Opening to the large chefs kitchen, you are greeted by clean, white, polished quartz counter tops with a seamless waterfall edge on the massive island. Sleek grey glass cabinetry surrounding the island perfectly complements the white quartz. The cabinetry above the stovetop is framed by a striking Calacatta Novus quartz trim which flows into the quartz slab backsplash. Chic, yet functional, the kitchen is complete with an integrated Bosch appliance package and polished chrome Dornbracht fixtures.Closed off from the living space, the master bedroom is soaked in natural light thanks to the west-facing oversized window looking over the beautiful elevated terrace below. With a large walk-in closet and a four-fixture bathroom, the master suite is truly an oasis. The master bathroom features Gris de Savoie tile flooring with radiant heat, while Dolomite tile adorns the walls. A semi-recessed, edge-to-edge medicine cabinet with a full-length shelf underneath tops the double vanity with polished chrome Dornbracht fixtures, while the custom light fixtures elevate the space. The Gris de Savoie honed mosaic tile flooring in the large, glass-enclosed shower echoes the larger tiles in the rest of the bathroom. This residence comes complete with Bosch washer and dryer units. Located at 212 West 95th Street, Dahlia is a 20-story new construction building with a modern, refreshingly original design by CetraRuddy Architecture. Dahlia offers 38 two-, three- and four-bedroom homes, including penthouses that are forward-thinking and elegant, just like the flower for which they are named. Amenities include a massive 5,100 square foot elevated terrace with a lounge area for adults and a play structure for kids, a music room, a fitness room with a yoga studio, 24-hour attended lobby, a children's playspace, a lounge, a game/tween room, a pet spa, private storage for purchase, bike storage and a covered parking garage offering 12 parking spaces for purchase.The Upper West Side is often called the most New York of all New York neighborhoods and for good reason. Culture, cuisine and shopping can all be found here, while the areas abundant greenspaces foster connection and activity, from bike riding to people watching to an early morning workout. But the real reason people choose to settle in this abundantly diverse area is because it fosters an incomparable sense of community not felt anywhere else in the city and Dahlia is in the heart of it all.The artist and computer renderings and interior decorations, fixtures, appliances and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only. Sponsor makes no representation or warranties except as may be set forth in the Offering Plan. The complete offering terms are available in an offering plan available from the sponsor. Sponsor: 212 West 95 Owner LLC. File No. CD-180324. Equal Housing Opportunity.

$3,575,000 Active

212 W 95th St 14-A New York, New York

3 Beds 3 Baths

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