Buying a brownstone or townhouse? Here are 10 things to consider

… New York City brownstones and townhouses have long appealed to buyers who want more square … property taxes  But compared to a coop or condo living in a brownstone is a more handson investment that will put …

By Evelyn Battaglia |September 25, 2025 - 11:30AM
What to know about buying in Kingsbridge, the Bronx, where you'll find shopping, restaurants, and transit options

… green spaces Weiss says … Where in Kingsbridge should you live … There are two main subsections in Kingsbridge Dash … rowhouses as well as coops and a very small number of condos As in much of this area its definitely a sellers … movein condition turn over quickly and often sell for over asking price There arent many properties on the market …

By Nancy A. Ruhling |June 28, 2023 - 9:35AM
Can I have an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in my NYC backyard?

… … The answer depends on where in the city you live because zoning ordinances that … by building from the ground up or converting or adding to a garage In NYC ADUs are also created by turning a basement or …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 13, 2023 - 9:30AM
What to know about buying in Yonkers, Westchester, a riverside commuter burb with low prices but steep property taxes

… notes that there are a variety of price points including properties that are very affordable she says There are some … Historic District a national historic district with mill buildings and worker housing treelined Lincoln Park Bryn … has more than 80 stores and restaurants including Zara Gap Boston Market and Carvel as well as childrens play areas …

By Nancy A. Ruhling |May 31, 2023 - 10:00AM
What to know about buying in Great Kills, Staten Island, where houses are large and more affordable but hard to come by

… The South Shore Staten Island community of Great Kills where actors Ricky Schroder … Kills with express trains going to and from the St George Ferry Terminal during morning and evening rush hours and …

By Nancy A. Ruhling |May 17, 2023 - 9:30AM