The historic Orchard Beach Pavilion in the Bronx partially reopened to the public earlier this month, restoring access to the landmarked beachfront destination for the first time in 17 years after a $114 million reconstruction. Beginning in December 2022, work on the 140,000-square-foot project invo
If you’ve ever dreamed of spending summer days and nights in a laid-back surf cottage like one you’d find in Malibu or Venice, but you’re a committed New York City dreamer, this Rockaway Beach rarity could be just what you need. Half a block from the Atlantic Ocean, this townhouse
by Ethan Stark-Miller, amNY A group of 55 Brooklyn business owners urged the MTA board on Tuesday to shift several planned G train service suspensions, many of which are slated for next month and December, from weekends to weeknights, in a letter shared with amNewYork. In the missive, the business o
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New York City is getting its pied-à-terre tax. State lawmakers on Wednesday approved the $268.5 billion 2027 state budget, which included a new annual surcharge on second homes in the city valued at $5 million or more. First announced last month by Gov. Kathy Hochul, the new tax will take effect Jul
New York City wants to make it easier for young people to find free and low-cost activities this summer. Mayor Zohran Mamdani this week launched “Summer in N.Y.C.,” a website that matches users with activities happening in their neighborhood, ranging from free painting and photography cl
In Bed Stuy, this top floor rental in an 1890s row house has a few ornate details, including a quirky mantel with a built-in desk. The unit, one of three at 494 Hancock Street, also has another mantel, wood floors, picture rails, an updated kitchen, and laundry. The 18.75-foot-wide dwelling is&helli
Work on the redesign of Greenpoint’s notorious McGuinness Boulevard finally began this week after several years of delays and project changes. Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the Department of Transportation on Wednesday broke ground on the street revamp, which includes installing parking-protected bike la
Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s office last week released the findings of an audit examining how city agencies adhere to the city’s sanctuary laws in the face of growing federal immigration enforcement efforts under the current Trump administration. The report showed that immigration enforcement
It's still possible for a couple with three young kids on a limited budget to transform a four-story row house that hadn't seen renovation in decades into a cheerful family home with income-producing units -- as long as they're willing to DIY. The new homeowners, living on the two lower floors&helli
by Kirstyn Brendlen, Brooklyn Paper After five years, three mayors, dozens of meetings, and one corruption scandal, the city is breaking ground on the long-planned full redesign of the northern part of McGuinness Boulevard. Starting this week, the Department of Transportation will extend the design
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The West Village is full of history, charm, and plenty of action. There's never a dull moment here, and the ever-trendy neighborhood is home to everything from cozy cafes and boutique stores to gastropubs and upscale dining. The real estate options vary as much as the neighborhood's vibe, hosting a
Living in Greenwich Village is a quintessential New York dream. Picture yourself taking a stroll through Washington Square Park and spending evenings catching new comedians, plays, and movies at the neighborhood’s many theaters. Who wouldn’t want to live like the cast of Friends? The Vil
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday signed legislation to reform the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA), cutting red tape that critics say has long delayed housing development. The “common-sense” reforms, the most significant changes to SEQRA since its passage in 1975, are expecte
The luxury bar is being set ever higher for the once humble Brooklyn brownstone, and this 6,300-square-foot home at 168 Pacific Street, asking $16.65 million, is a fine example. The 25-foot-wide Greek Revival home offers six elevator-accessible levels of living, starting with a wine cave and gym and
Drew Barrymore’s 12-acre estate in Harrison has found a buyer after just two months on the market. Barrymore purchased the expansive property at 19 Winfield Avenue for $4.4 million in 2024 and spent two years revamping the estate and its three homes, curating every detail of each dwelling as p
In Clinton Hill, this apartment has high ceilings, two bedrooms, and some bonus space with a large storage loft. It is in the 1920s industrial building at 110 Clifton Place, on the corner of Classon Avenue. The three-story elevator building has been known as the Ping Pong Building since it… R
With its iconic tower bay and wide sweeping front stairway that leads to a recessed door, the Remington House evokes a postcard version of Park Slope. Unique among its Romanesque Revival neighbors, there is no brick on the facade. It is all ashlar-cut rock-face brownstone. Originally designed in 188
The two-story industrial building at 161 Jamaica Avenue has had many uses over its 120-plus-year history. It housed a wagon painting business, a radio coil manufacturer, and a shirt making factory. It’s been the headquarters for The American Appliances and Machinery Manufacturing Co. and a place whe
