Why NYC renters and buyers may be surprised by Roosevelt Island’s evolution

… You can get to Roosevelt Island by subway tram ferry or car  But even … and new construction making the island a place todays renters and buyers should consider Several big projects have … units range from a 423squarefoot studio for $3256 a month to a three bedroom two bath with 1316 square feet for …

By Jennifer White Karp |July 24, 2024 - 4:00PM
At new developments in Queens and Brooklyn, the average one-bedroom rental is getting smaller

… York City renters like to think theyre getting more space for their money by heading to the outer boroughs but that doesnt appear to be the case with new developments The average sizes of rental apartments in Brooklyn and Queens … was used for the analysis Blame the shrinkage on the cost of construction and developers who want to squeeze as …

By Jennifer White Karp |June 17, 2024 - 3:30PM
Why NYC renters may be surprised by Mott Haven's new developments

… New construction rental buildings have amenities similar to what you would find at luxury buildings like pools roof decks gyms and more with rents lower than what you find for comparablesized units in Manhattan … to be those who know the Bronx or know someone who already lives in the building Similarly the neighborhood pressed up …

By Jennifer White Karp |May 20, 2024 - 9:30AM
7 ways to tell if construction is coming to your NYC neighborhood

… reshaped by construction projects that can dramatically impact the quality of life in a neighborhood Its rare to … just want to know whats happening around you read on for seven ways to track building projects around Gotham Editors … buildings in historic districts  Check out the commissions map to find landmarked buildings near you If youre near a …

By Celia Young |February 13, 2024 - 11:43AM
Baby greens: How a mini green roof can spruce up the first floor of your building

… heard of green roofs now get ready for the miniature version Many buildings have an extra strip of roof that juts out above aare turning that otherwise unremarkable space into a small urban garden NYC has roughly 730 green roofs large gardens …

By Celia Young |January 29, 2024 - 12:30PM