This corner townhouse at 2102 Albemarle Terrace is a rare example of preserved historic character, set among Brooklyn’s most celebrated collection of 20th-century Colonial Revival architecture. Behind its architecturally significant facade, contemporary design and convenience make this Flatbus
Green Space Connections looks to engage tenants and center their input in making better use of open space on housing authority campuses. The initiative previously funded new playgrounds, fitness areas and NYCHA’s first dog park. NYCHA’s first dog run, which opened last year at Castle Hil
New Yorkers know space is always at a premium in small kitchens. However, this doesn’t mean that you have to miss out on the stylish and functional items that make cooking easier. From kitchen appliances and tools to storage and organization, these are 21 items that can help you save space in a smal
It appears picture perfect on the exterior, with all the charm expected from a brick carriage house in Brooklyn Heights. On one of the scenic cul-de-sacs of Brooklyn Heights, 28 College Place is a petite home that still has room for horsepower, with a garage on the main level and… Read More &
The New York City Council is advancing reforms that could unlock up to 35,000 new homes on small and oddly-shaped lots across the five boroughs. During an American Institute of Architects (AIA) luncheon on Friday, Council Speaker Julie Menin proposed changes to the city’s construction codes that wou
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Every week, we share the most popular sale listing of the week in NYC, as selected by you, our StreetEasy users. The most popular sale for April 27 is a cute 1-bedroom co-op in Prospect Heights with lots of built-in storage. Prospect Heights 1-bedroom co-op with built-ins asks $905K Location: 34 Pla
Indulge your architectural curiosity while checking out the sustainability efforts of Brooklynites with the return of the annual Park Slope House Tour in May. This year’s Park Slope Civic Council event again focuses on homes with eco-friendly features. At least six sites will be on view, including a
by Samantha Maldonado, THE CITY This article was originally published on April 24 at 5 a.m. EDT by THE CITY Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Friday established the Office of Deed Theft Prevention and named a longtime homeowner assistance lawyer as its director. Peter White, an attorney who has worked on deed
The most popular listings on Brownstoner this week include a Williamsburg condo, a Kensington row house, and a Clinton Hill brownstone. Popular listings were spread across the borough this week, from Bay Ridge to Brooklyn Heights. The least expensive property for sale on the list is a Bay Ridge co-o
Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for Atlantic Avenue Build With $962 Units An affordable housing lottery has launched for a new 19-story development along Atlantic Avenue in Prospect Heights. The building includes a total of 258 apartments, the majority of which are market rate, and has a range of a
It's Friday again, and that means we're coming up on another weekend of excellent New York City open houses. Our favorites this week include an Upper West Side 2-bedroom designed by a famous architect, a Williamsburg loft with 17-foot ceilings, and a 1-bedroom in Prospect Heights with stunning herri
Work finally began this week on long-delayed dedicated bus lanes along a congested stretch of Madison Avenue. On Friday, the city’s Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Mike Flynn announced that work has started on extending double bus lanes along the avenue from 23rd to 42nd Street
Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Friday announced the creation of the city’s first-ever Office of Deed Theft Prevention to crack down on scammers who take ownership of homes through fraud and deception. The new office comes just days after Council Member Chi Ossé was arrested after defending a Bed-Stuy
Our picks for open houses to check out this weekend are found in Park Slope, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, and Carroll Gardens. They range in price from $2.795 million to $7.5 million. 531 1st Street Price: $7.5 million Area: Park Slope Broker: Compass (Tim Malone) Sunday April 26, 12-
Extell Development this week filed plans for an 86-story residential tower on the Upper West Side, advancing a proposal for the neighborhood’s next tallest building. Plans filed Wednesday with the city’s Department of Buildings (DOB) call for a 1,200-foot-tall tower with 430 apartments at 80 W
by Barbara Russo-Lennon, amNY The MTA announced the next phase of public engagement for the IBX light rail planned for Brooklyn and Queens—the largest transit expansion project undertaken by the state-run agency in over 50 years. The meetings will take place throughout the two boroughs, starting on
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Smorgasburg’s 16th season may be its biggest yet. The long-running open-air market, which originated in Williamsburg, announced it is expanding to Central Park next month. Starting May 14, over 25 vendors will set up at the Columbus Circle entrance of the park. The new Smorgasburg location com
Ahead of the United States’ 250th anniversary this summer, the Brooklyn Public Library released this week a list of 250 notable books on American history. “250 for 250” features titles published between 1776 and 2025 and reflects a wide range of perspectives on American history and story
