Neighborhood blogger Katia Kelly says there's plenty to explore in Carroll Gardens, but don't say you "discovered" it

… from wealthy new residents and an accompanying spike in home prices the story of Carroll Gardens could also stand in … themselves There may still be some more reasonably priced homes on the fringes of the neighborhood closer to the …

By Virginia K. Smith |December 15, 2016 - 9:59AM
The blogger behind "Welcome 2 the Bronx" dishes on the REAL Little Italy, why the borough shouldn't be "colonized," and more

… throughout the Bronx whether its Belmonts Arthur Avenuehome of NYCs real Little Italythe South Asian cuisine in the … forced to narrow it down Id say the massive Andrew Freedman Home not just for the architecture but the eccentric history …

By Virginia K. Smith |November 15, 2016 - 9:59AM
Ridgewood is in the midst of a boom, but it's most definitely not "the next Bushwick"

… of these buildings are owned by Ridgewood natives and their homes have been passed down for generations They take really …

By Virginia K. Smith |May 25, 2016 - 1:30PM
Long Island City is a haven for families and "BYOF" bars

… bought a place about 18 months ago  which means  Im here for the long run We caught up with the writer behind the … seeing a few developers recognize the demand for premium apartments and unique architecture in LIC Interesting … and losing the character of the current location Think Montauk Related   The 24 best NYC neighborhood blogs 2015 …

By Virginia K. Smith |January 28, 2016 - 11:59AM
The Bed-Stuy Blog: Why the neighborhood needs better bagels, but will never be "the next Williamsburg"

… to strangers here and neighbors know each other Many of the homeowners have lived here and invested in this neighborhood … that were brilliantly designed to look like a much larger home The property isnt in perfect condition but theres … … Gentrification is obviously a huge concern when you have homes selling for millions of dollars Prices that high …

By Virginia K. Smith |April 21, 2015 - 11:59AM