Since many of you have enjoyed the videos with Barbara Corcoran here is another episode of Open House NYC - Price Fix: The Lofted Two Bedroom.
Barbara Corcoran and Halstead Property broker Brian Lewis have faced off on Price Fix before, but this time the subject of their estimates is Brian's own Upper West Side apartment! He paid $425,000 for it six years ago and has since added about $110,000 worth of renovations. So how much is the real estate savvy resident's apartment worth? Barbara Corcoran has the answer -- but will Brian agree? What do you think?
Thinking about selling your Manhattan home? To find out how much your Manhattan, NY apartment is worth in today's market contact me at 917-312-0924 for a confidential market evaluation or click here: Manhattan Apartment Seller.
Films with views can be enjoyed on the piers and parks this summer
Photo courtesy of the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation.
Summer in New York City brings with it a slew of outdoor films. Here’s a sample of the festivals happening in the City:
2009 HBO Bryant Park Summer Film Festival Date: Every Monday until August 17 Time: Lawn opens at 5pm. Films begin at dusk (8pm-9pm) Movies Shown: The Sting, Breaking Away, Gold Diggers of 1933, Dog Day Afternoon, How Green Was My Valley, Harold and Maude, The Defiant Ones, Kramer vs. Kramer, The Magnificent Seven, and Close Encounters of the Third Kind Location: Bryant Park is situated behind the New York Public Library in midtown Manhattan, between 40th and 42nd Streets & Fifth and Sixth Avenues Every Monday night from June 15 until August 17, the 2009 HBO Bryant Park Summer Film Festival presents classic films like The Magnificent Seven and Kramer vs. Kramer. The lawn opens at 5pm for blankets and picnicking; films begin at dusk. For a complete schedule, click here.
RiverFlicks Date: Every Friday from July 10 to August 21 Time: Movies begin at dusk (around 8:30pm) Movies Shown: Wizard of Oz, Kung Fu Panda, Ghostbusters, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, The Muppet Movie, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa, and Curious George Location: Piers 54 and 46 at Charles Street Overlooking the Hudson River, RiverFlicks for Kids takes place every Friday night at Pier 46 with offerings of The Wizard of Oz, Kung Fu Panda, and The Muppet Movie. For adults, there’s RiverFlicks for Grown-Ups at Pier 54 on Wednesdays. Beginning on July 8 with Iron Man and concluding with Pineapple Express on August 19, the series will also feature Tropic Thunder on August 5. For more information, visit http://www.hudsonriverpark.org/events.asp.
Summer on the Hudson Date: Every Wednesday from July 8 to August 12 Time: 8:30pm- 11pm Movies Shown: The Age of Innocence, Wall Street, Dinner at Eight, The Out-of-Towners, Drums Along the Mohawk, and Sweet Smell of Success Location: Pier 1, Manhattan Pier 1 at 70th Street in Manhattan plays host to Movies Under the Stars on Wednesday evenings beginning July 9. This year’s films were chosen to showcase the theme of finance, with selections that include The Age of Innocence, Wall Street, and Sweet Smell of Success. Visit http://nycgovparks.org/ for a full schedule.
Movies with a View Date: Every Thursday from July 9 to August 27 Time: 6pm to 11pm. Movies start at sunset. Movies Shown: Raising Arizona, The Maltese Falcon, Paper Moon, To Catch A Thief, The Return Of The Pink Panther, Butch Cassidy And The Sundance Kid, Catch Me If You Can, and Edward Scissorhands. Location: Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy The 10th Annual Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Movies with a View kicks off on July 9 at the Brooklyn Bridge Park. The Maltese Falcon and Edward Scissorhands are among the films shown every Thursday. For more information, visit http://www.brooklynbridgepark.org.
Two Manhattan, New York real estate brokers and Barbara Corcoran give price opinions to a seller of a pre-war Flatiron Loft.
Thinking about selling your Manhattan home? To find out how much your Manhattan, NY apartment is worth in today's market contact me at 917-312-0924 for a confidential market evaluation or click here: Manhattan Apartment Seller.
As many of you may know, earlier this week I moved my real estate broker's license from Coldwell Banker Hunt Kennedy aka Coldwell Banker Previews International to The Corcoran Group.
I often thought my next move would be to open my own shop one day. I was not looking to be associated with another brokerage, I was quite happy at Coldwell Banker Hunt Kennedy.
The move came quite suddenly. About two weeks ago the owner of the firm JoAnne Kennedy announced at our sales meeting that Coldwell Banker Hunt Kennedy will be closing after 21 years in business.
While I decided to go to The Corcoran Group for several reasons, I would like to thank the many fine brokers and firms in Manhattan that reached out to me when the news broke. I sincerely appreciate all the offers.
While I am saddened by the closing of Coldwell Banker Hunt Kennedy, I am excited and looking forward to many new opportunities at The Corcoran Group.
Coldwell Banker Hunt Kennedy was the 6th largest broker in Manhattan with 214 agents. The firm was founded by two former Stribling brokers JoAnne Kennedy and Will Hunt. The firm began from humble beginnings with its first office above a pizza parlor on Upper Broadway, specializing in high-end upper west and upper east side properties.
In 1996 the company became associated as a franchise of Coldwell Banker, the first national brand to enter the Manhattan market. CBHK had an impact on the way business is conducted in Manhattan. CBHK along with four smaller firms brought NAR, NYSAR and MANAR (Manhattan Association of REALTORS®) to Manhattan and started the Manhattan MLS.
Today MANAR has 48 member firms. Unfortunately they are all small sized firms. CBHK was the largest broker member. However, the presence of MANAR, a real MLS in Manhattan helped compel REBNY (Real Estate Board of NY) the dominant Manhattan real estate board to change many of its policies and add ethics requirements and rules including implementing the "24 hour" co broke listing rule.
To all my colleagues and friends from CBHK, I wish you all well at your new brokerages and look forward to doing deals together very soon.
Thousands of service members sailed into town yesterday for the 22nd Annual Fleet Week. The Parade of Ships made its way up the Hudson River yesterday.
Hosted every year Memorial Day week, Fleet Week New York is the City's celebration of the sea services. This annual event also provides an opportunity for the citizens of New York City and the surrounding Tri-State area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness first hand the latest capabilities of today's Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard Team.
For the first time in three years, festivities honoring members of the U.S. Armed Forces return to the USS Intrepid. The aircraft carrier underwent a $115 million renovation, including a brand new Pier 86 where many of the events will take place.
As part of the events, four F-18 Hornets flew over the Verrazano Bridge and along the Hudson River.
Fleet Week includes dozens of military demonstrations and displays throughout the week, as well as public visitation of many of the participating ships. Military branches compete in the famous "Tug of War" and "Stem to Stern relay race. Chefs from visiting ships compete for the title "Best Chow" The annual Memorial day ceremony takes place on the flight deck of the Intrepid and the unfurling of the 100 foot long American Flag.
To all the Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsman participating in Fleet week in NYC welcome to the Big Apple andthank you for your brave service. Enjoy experiencing all the sights and sounds and hospitality of "the city that never sleeps" Have a Great Week!
Sailors enjoying Time Square during Fleet Week 2006
U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 2nd Class David P. Coleman (RELEASED)
Renovated apartment offers the option of a formal dining room, den, home office or second bedroom. Abundant closets, walls of windows, beautifully renovated kitchen with cherry wood cabinets, marble counters and all new stainless appliances. Newly renovated marble/tile bath with stall shower. Bright west exposure with city views. The Fairmont Manor is a full service, pet friendly building. Building amenities include a furnished landscaped roof deck, laundry room, state-of-the-art fitness center, renovated handicap accessible lobby and garage. Pied-a-terre, guarantors, and parents buying for children welcomed.
When John Lennon and Yoko Ono took to their beds in 1969 in Montreal to give peace a chance, one Brooklyn-born photographer, Gerry Deiter stayed the entire time to chronicle the now historic moment in pop history.
Timothy Leary and his friend Crawdaddy! Magazine founder Paul Williams made a pilgrimage and were part of the recording of Give Peace A Chance.
Along with Tommy Smothers and a gaggle of fans, media and students, the song went around the world. Deiter was on assignment for Life Magazine.
Tuesday May 12 at 8 pm join Neke Carson, Michael Wiener and the regulars at the Gershwin Hotel 7 East 27th Street for an evening celebrating the 40th anniversary and the launch of a new book Give Peace A Chance that documents the historic week in pop history.
Author Joan Athey will give a sneak preview of some of the images that will open June 12 at the Museum at Bethel Woods on the site of the Woodstock Festival; Life Magazine writer Charles Childs reads from the interview done at the time; poet Leanne Averbach reads, local musicians Gary Lucas and Steven Lynch rock the room celebrating Lennon’s contribution to peace. Climb into a bed and share your thoughts with others, just like John and Yoko.
The evening will give Paul Williams’ family a little peace of mind. Part proceeds from book sales and a silent auction of a limited edition print from the book will help raise money to assist with his battle with dementia as a result of an accident.
Refreshments are generously provided by Chang Beer. Event sponsored by the Gershwin Hotel.
Now come and see the beautiful Luxury Waterfront Apartments at 77 Hudson.
Manhattan style and design finally crosses the Hudson in this elegant glass tower.
The 48 story glass tower soars to the heavens, completely redefining the experience of urban life.
It begins with a building that is an objet d'art, continues through impeccably appointed residences, and extends to an array of indulgent amenities catering to all that life demands.
(photo credit:Jim Brown)
77 Hudson is one of the first residential buildings to be sheathed in glass walls, allowing spacious layouts.
Unobstructed panoramic views of New York City, the Statue of Liberty and New York Harbor. Extraordinary light from floor to ceiling, corner to corner.
Ultra sleek, modern European kitchens and baths and over 44,000 SF of indoor/outdoor amenities including rooftop pool, landscaped park, virtual golf and much more.
Featuring: 24/7 Concierge, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Childrens Play Room, Fully Staffed Fitness Center & Massage Room, Yoga & Pilates Studio, Men's & Women's Private Locker Rooms, Game Room, Cold Storage, Screening Room, Click Cafe, Dog Run, Private Dining Room, Lounge Room, Roof Top Bar and Fire Pit, Landscape Lawn, Fully Equipped Business Center, Jogging Path, Parking Garage, Virtual Golf, WiFi in Public Spaces, and much MORE...
Located on the Hudson River Water front in Jersey City. 5 Minutes from New York City Downtown/Battery Park City, 10 Minutes to Grennwich Village/Chelsea and 20 Minutes to Midtown Manhattan. Most convenient location in Jersey City with NY Ferries, PATH and Light Rail at your doorstep!
Prices range from:
Studios in the $300k's
1 bedrooms in the $400K's
2 bedrooms from $600k's
3 bedrooms from $1M +
Contact me at 646-442-7166 for more information or to sechedule an appointment.
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Thousands of service members sailed into town yesterday for the 22nd Annual Fleet Week. The Parade of Ships made its way up the Hudson River yesterday.
Sailors enjoying Time Square during Fleet Week 2006
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