5 rentals with lots of character in landmarked brownstones, for under $4,000

… buy you should know that there are apartments available to NYCs historic districts  that have lots of unique period detail The New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission is strict about what … hardwood floors high ceilings inunit laundry and lots of windows Its located in a fourstory brownstone in the …

By Leah Hochbaum Rosner |October 7, 2019 - 2:00PM
Renovating a brownstone in a NYC historic district? Here's what you can—and can't—do

… architect to submit all plans for approval as an essential first step for work on buildings in designated areas The … road Plus because the commissioners are appointed by the mayor whats considered appropriate is an evershifting and … painting the door or anything else a bright bold color Black or brown is always safe or maybe a very dark blue or …

By Evelyn Battaglia |October 1, 2019 - 9:00AM
Should you renovate or sell in a down market? Here are the questions to ask

… their  market jitters  by continuing to rent potential sellers are faced with a similar fishorcut bait decision A choice between taking the time to renovate or selling asis in the current down market If you sell now you … your circumstances but there are several questions you can ask to help you make the decision … If I sell am I prepared …

By Emily Myers |August 28, 2019 - 1:30PM
Brick Underground's best advice on buying, selling, renting, or renovating a NYC brownstone

… the classic New York City brownstone is on many buyers or renters wishlists Its no wonder they are so desirable When … to their historic appreciation in value And in the current slow market they are doing well According to Brown … quirksprobably more than other types of housing in NYC Its best to know all you can about these buildings before diving …

By Mimi OConnor |May 7, 2019 - 2:30PM