New York City Luxury Rental Blog Archives for February 2014

I Want Some More: Twist in Domino Development from De Blasio

SHoP Domino Design
Rendering Courtesy SHoP Architects

When the Domino Sugar Refinery along the Williamsburg waterfront closed its doors for good in 2004, the community grumbled collectively over the plans to redevelop the waterfront with unattractive, soulless buildings. But when Two Trees bought the property in 2012 for $185 million, they completely altered the design, added more park space, added office space for tech companies, and promised to provide 660 affordable apartments. For the most part, the community has been pleased with the plan.

Update: Dock Street Site In DUMBO

Big news in Brooklyn: Two Trees Management Company began building on the Dock Street site in DUMBO. This building had received plentiful opposition because it will be blocking views of the Brooklyn Bridge. Celebrities even chimed into the decided opposition with protesters including, Helen Hunt, Gabriel Byrne, Gary Sinise, Ana Gasteyer, and more. Surviving this opposition, the Dock Street mixed-use building is currently ascending into the rendering that was released late last year.

Manhattan Renters Take Stand for Concessions

Central Park UES

Landlords opted to grant concessions for tenants instead of lowering rents last month more than they have in the past two years, according to the latest market reports.

One57 Ultra-Luxe Rentals Hit the Market

View from One57

By now, you’ve probably heard of One57, the supertall skyscraper on 57th street, which has topped headlines with record-breaking condo sales. From the unique architecture to the crane collapse to the Central Park views, this luxury condo building has lived in the spotlight. There’s one aspect of this building, however, that doesn’t get very much attention at all—it’s partially a rental building.

Top 5 Mistakes 20-Somethings Make When Renting in NYC

Twenty-somethings have all the responsibilities of adulthood, but more often than not, they lack apartment hunting experience. Renting in New York City can even prove challenging for the most learned rental veteran, so for someone fresh into the market, it can easily overwhelm. It doesn't have to, though. We're here to help learn from mistakes of renters past. From budgeting to neighborhood research to lease comprehension, these are the top 5 mistakes 20-somethings make when renting in New York City.