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Buying a home isn’t a small decision you make overnight. Typically months of planning will go into the decision. No matter how long you have to plan, or what kind of purchase you are making, the right buyer’s agent can help!

Allow Brenda to guide you in the process, help you set a budget, and help you find the home of your dreams regardless of which stage of your life you are in.

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Why Work With Brenda?

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!

Here are some reasons to choose Brenda as your guide through this process:

Brenda works with all buyers, all budgets, and all areas of interest.

Brenda will perform detailed searches to find the right house for you.

Brenda knows every step and will guide you through the entire process.

Brenda is in the business of finding your dream home, and finding the property you and your family are bound to love living in for years to come. She is prepared to go through this process with you and help you find the home of your dreams.

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Residence 1A One-of-a-kind residences located on a beautiful tree-lined cobblestones block in the heart of West Village.

The apartment features:

- Approximately 2100SF with open concept living that is ideal for entertaining
- Working wood burning fireplace, a rare feature in any downtown building
- Central heating and cooling systems
- Large master bedroom including walk-in closet, exposed brick and on-suite master bath
- Over-sized laundry room with washer/dryer in the unit
- Approximately 16FT ceilings throughout the apartment
- Open chef's kitchen equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, marble countertops and abundance of cabinet spaces
- Convertible three bedroom, plus office.
- Two full baths featuring large soaking tub for two people, frameless steam shower and double-sink vanities
- Custom built-ins throughout the apartment
- Stunning oak floors throughout
- Custom sound system and recessed lighting throughout the apartment
- Additional storage room located adjacent to the home office where it can be converted into another bedroom or wine cellar

The building is a premier boutique co-op in the West Village that has 24-hour doorman, 100% owner occupied, pieds-a-terre allowed and pet-friendly. Walking distance to Equinox gym, Hudson River Park and many great downtown restaurants and boutique shops.

$3,999,990 Active

247 W 12th St 1-A New York, New York

2 Beds 2 Baths

3,000 square feet of loft style living awaits you in this convertible 3 bedroom, 3 full bath home. With some of the highest ceilings in the building, apartment 2A is lined with 6 oversized north-facing picture windows that are encased in sleek mahogany wood. Functionally, this home has a free flowing space with distinct separations between the den, the living room, the dining room and the bedrooms. Esthetically, the home has been meticulously maintained featuring limestone floors, a gas-burning fireplace, central air conditioning, recessed lighting, a central audio/visual system, vented washer/dryer and all custom built-out closets. There is a full bathroom for guests to use just off the entertaining area. The 18-foot-long Valcucine kitchen is every chef's dream. Open to the living room the kitchen is equipped with double Miele ovens, a 5 top gas burner with vented hood, a built-in espresso maker, wood-paneled refrigerator, a separate wine cooler and a microwave. Additionally, there is a three-foot high backsplash, white glass countertops, and ample storage behind the beautiful rosewood cabinetry. Situated on the other side of the apartment are the two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. South facing and pin drop quiet both bedrooms are the perfect size. The master bedroom has a massive walk-in closet that is fully built out. The en-suite bathroom is basically wrapped in marble with a separate soaking tub, stand-alone glass encased rain shower, double vanity with storage and radiant heated floors. The 1908 building was converted to condominiums in 2005 by Centra Ruddy and only features 22 units. Even better, there are only two apartments on the second floor. The building has a 24-hour doorman, a fully built-out roof deck with open city views and a La Palastra-designed fitness center. Investors are welcome as is co-purchasing, sublets, parents buying for children, gifting and pets! The apartment also comes with a large STORAGE UNIT in the basement. The area has become exceedingly central with Union Square and lower Fifth Avenue just steps away. You can also be in West Chelsea and the Meatpacking District within 10 minutes of walking. Bed Bath and Beyond, Whole Foods, Westside Market, the Container Store, CVS and some of the trendiest restaurants and shops are also just steps away.

$3,995,000 Active

32 W 18TH ST 2A New York City, New York

3 Beds 3 Baths

50 West 47th Street #20LM Design and own your own office condominium in a newly constructed Extell building, centrally located between Grand Central, Bryant Park, Rockefeller Center and Times Square.

This high-floor approximately 4200-square-foot corner unit features floor-to-ceiling windows framing stunning views that stretch over Times Square to the Hudson River. No expense was spared in the buildings modern construction, creating a comfortable and stylish working environment. Mechanicals and layout allow easy subdivision into two areas with two separate entrances and multiple postal codes.
International Gem Tower is a phenomenal new-construction commercial condominium designed with the needs of the global diamond, gem and jewelry industry in mind. The Foreign Trade Zone designated building places a premium on safety and security, and offers 24/7 guard services, state-of- the-art closed-circuit monitoring, biometric iris-scan entry, underground loading dock, valet parking and a free 5,250-square- foot fitness center with steam rooms. Parking garage is located within the building and accessible from 46th Street between 5th and 6th avenues.
This premier Midtown location offers unbeatable accessibility and proximity to transportation, services, dining and open space. Nearly every subway line in the city is within blocks thanks to both the Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park, Grand Central and Times Square stations nearby.

$3,900,000 Active

50 W 47th St 20-LM New York, New York

1 Beds 10 Baths

Prime Gramercy Park.

Stunning 2br 2ba loft with 24' ceilings and spectacular natural light streaming through 3 open exposures.

Pristine Prewar charm juxtaposed with today's most super-chic finishes and fineries.

Designed by celebrated AD100 designer Stephen Sills, this duplex loft showcases effortless, open-plan entertaining via Poliform/Dornbracht/Miele kitchen and grand great room with wood-burning fireplace.

Every element of this apartment was carefully designed and crafted to deliver an exceptional, quiet living experience with soundproofing of all shared walls and the main entry door. Additional features of the apartment include: Soffit architectural lighting, Lutron RadioRa2 lighting, Apple HomeKit, Integrated speakers in every corner of the apartment, Automated and Programmable Somfy Electric Shades, August SmartLock home entry system, and Philips Color Kinetics industrial LED cove lighting.

Come see for yourself. Today!

$3,850,000 Active

61 Irving Pl 6-A New York, New York

2 Beds 2 Baths

DON'T MISS THIS great opportunity to create a four plus bedroom home by purchasing two, side-by-side apartments, in one of the most sought-after co-ops on the upper west side. 9E is a mint two bedroom with a study, two renovated bathrooms, a windowed, California kitchen with breakfast bar, top-of-the line, appliances, custom lacquer cabinets and a wine fridge. Additionally there is through-wall A/C, a washer/dryer, gorgeous wood floors, custom bookshelves and an abundance of closet and storage space. 9F needs work but offers two additional bedrooms, two full pristine original condition bathrooms and a large eat-in-kitchen. The combination can actually be pretty simple because 9E is in such great shape. THIS WILL SELL QUICKLY! 50 Riverside Drive is a pied-a-terre and pet-friendly co-op with white-glove service including a doorman, a concierge, live-in resident manager plus storage, bike and playrooms.

$3,850,000 Active

50 RIVERSIDE DR 9EF New York City, New York

4 Beds 4 Baths

If you've ever dreamed of living in the heart of Manhattan, yet having a serene respite from city life, this is your opportunity! This one of a kind, 2 bedroom, 2 bath condominium has it all.Situated at The Centurion, one of the most luxurious boutique condominium, 9C is sun-filled, South facing & absolutely mint two bedroom home.From the moment you enter, you are greeted by gracious 24' living and dining room, floor to ceiling windows with stunning South facing views of downtown Manhattan and one of a kind terrace with spectacular Midtown Skyline.As you walk towards the back of the apartment, you will find separate, dream kitchen beautifully designed with walnut custom cabinetry, subway tile backsplash and thick glass countertops. This Chef's kitchen also features Wolf range, Subzero fridge and wine cooler, Viking microwave and Bosh dishwasher. There is also a Bosch washer and dryer in the apartment.Spacious primary bedroom features it's own terrace and five fixture bathroom with cast iron soaking tub, limestone double vanity and a separate shower. Second bedroom, currently used as an office, has it's own terrace and floor to ceiling windows.Love the outdoors? This is the right home for you!The Centurion is also one of a kind- exquisitely appointed , whose architect, famed I.M.Pei, has filled with incredible details, from the luxurious finishes of the individual homes, to the lobby with it's water garden& cascading pool which takes you from the rush of the city into a calm, quiet and serene home where you can enjoy life. This boutique condominium with 47 unique homes- you won't find this apartment anywhere else.Amenities include 24 hour doorman, concierge, state-of-the art gym and a garage. Book an appointment to see this extraordinary home as soon as you can!

$3,795,000 Active

33 W 56TH ST 9C New York, New York

2 Beds 2 Baths

$3,750,000 Active

181 E 28Th St 802 New York, New York

2 Beds 3 Baths

Welcome home to 6B, this bright and elegant three-bedroom, three-bathroom home boasts 10-foot ceilings and breathtaking views of the High Line in the desired 520 West Chelsea. Featuring both southern and northern exposures through floor-to-ceiling windows, this home is bathed in light throughout the day.

Ideal for entertaining, the massive living room lies open to the chef's kitchen, equipped with top-of-the-line appliances by Gaggenau, Miele, and Sub-Zero. A walk-in pantry and laundry room is cleverly nestled beside the kitchen and is outfitted with a side-by-side Bosch washer/dryer.

The spacious primary suite features four closets and a well-appointed bathroom; offering double sinks, a deep soaking tub, and a separate walk-in shower. The additional two bedrooms are serviced by equally luxurious bathrooms, offer plentiful light, and ample closet space. Each bedroom boasts a wall of windows. Storage is included.

Selldorf Architects designed the building and interiors of this intimate eleven-story luxury condominium. With fewer than 30 apartments, this building offers both a full-time doorman and porter. Perfectly positioned between the High Line and the Hudson River Park with top galleries, restaurants, Chelsea Piers, Chelsea Market, and the Meatpacking District outside your door.

$3,750,000 Active

520 W 19TH ST 6B New York, New York

3 Beds 3 Baths

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