They were hosted by Haute Living's Erik Haase. Watch the full webinar below.

Highlight quotes:

Jeff Biebuyck: "The reason we call our company Frontgate is that there are 26 gated communities just in our zip code. Like everywhere else, we have the best year we've ever had, and I was convinced in March [2020] that we had to be prepared to shut the doors because we got a pandemic and big overhead. Fast forward, here we are, and it may end up being the best year and it's just been phenomenal. We're blessed we've survived the fires that we had in Calabasas that wiped us out for a good quarter. We've gotten knocked around a little bit, but as I said, we got a really nice market right now. People are leaving LA to come to Calabasas and Hidden Hills because of its guard-gated communities. We have from the Kardashians, Will Smith, you name it. We care about our clients, treat them like everybody else. We all put our pants on the same way, so if you treat them like that, I think they respect that."

Ryan Ayre: "There are people from the Raleigh area who might have had a condo here [Emerald Isle] and they have moved their family down here to get out of the big city. You're seeing a lot more migration now. Some of those people are going to sell their homes, get the equity out of it, and then buy a bigger home here and sell the condo. You have definitely seen a change in migration. You're seeing a change in demographics here. There's a lot of cash rolling into here that's not an investment. It's people actually moving here, which differs from 2008 when most were investors. These are people that want to live here. People are coming from California, New York, Ohio, anywhere up Northeast. Even Florida and surrounding areas. I've always said that that this area is kind of a hidden gem and it's not anymore; people are finding it. It's getting to the point where we are getting more recognized around the country."

Paul Perry: "We are doing really well up here in Arizona. I think we're at the top of the food chain right now for appreciation and house sales even above Miami, which is rare for us. We've actually held it for the last two months now... We have people coming from the Carolinas and Florida... What we're dealing with is people saying we're going to another 2006 bubble but we're not because we have so much cash coming in. Many people are coming with no mortgages. But if they're going to get a mortgage, it used to be those high ones where they put five or 10% down. Now, you're getting 20% all the way to 50% down, so we have to get rid of that hurdle. Then, the next one is how long is this going to last. The way it's looking, it's all future-telling. How do you get where are we going to go, and it just keeps going up for another three to four years... We are in a great neighborhood and a great state."

Elliot Bogod: "New York is opening. More people are considering coming back after the exodus to warmer places such as Florida, Long Island, and New Jersey. Manhattan saw a lot of people leave and now they are coming back. Things are starting to be more active again. We had a very tough year last year as you know, all aspects of real estate commercial retail residential. The market is recovering. We see a lot of activity. Restaurants are at 50% capacity now, Yankee Stadium and movie theaters are opening. We expect Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center and Broadway shows to open soon. New Yorkers are coming back and they're looking for rentals and to buy. We have a lot of inventory. It's the first buyer's market in 12 years, so it's great for investors and for people to bring money and invest in New York. Brokers are busy with contracts out, signed, and closing. Commercial real estate has never been more affordable. Residential as well because we saw some buildings with 20-30% discounts."

To watch more real estate webinars curated by Haute Residence, visit dev.hauteresidence.com.

Top: Jeff Biebuyck, Ryan Ayre. Bottom: Paul Perry, Elliot Bogod

The post Watch: “Coast To Coast” Real Estate Webinar #14 By Haute Residence appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

Photo Credit: Shutterstock

Here are seven reasons why leaving it to the pros far outweighs doing a "For sale by owner" real estate transaction, featuring members of the exclusive Haute Residence Network of top real estate professionals.

Online Marketing

"Statistics show that real estate brokers are selling for 32% more. And it is not that homeowners who sell their homes themselves sell them for less money, it is that homeowners who sell less expensive homes, mobile homes, and condos in rural areas are more likely to choose to sell their homes themselves. In NYC, the majority of homeowners are far better off using a real estate broker to help them sell their homes and to get the best price. Brokers have various tools and staging ways to market property online and to bring maximum exposure to a listing. In today’s market, the buyer makes the decision to buy before visiting a property and the broker is the one who makes that magic of online marketing." - Elliot Bogod, Upper West Side, New York City, NY.

The Right Pricing

"Working with an agent gives homeowners the advantage of intelligent pricing, negotiation skills, and broader exposure to sell their home quicker and for more money."  - Nilou Henderson, Charlotte, NC.

Negotiation

"A good real estate agent will get you top dollar for your home through skilled negotiation and with the maximum exposure in marketing the home." - Georgina Jacobson, Newport Beach, CA.

Knowledge of the Market

"Hiring a real estate broker gives you a professional partner who possesses unrivaled market expertise that can help you achieve top dollar for your home." - Jenny Lenz, Upper East Side, New York City, NY.

Homeowners Can Be Their Own Obstacle

"It's hard for sellers to represent themselves, especially to prospective buyers, simply because they cannot remove themselves, or their emotions, from the potential deal.  As a party to the contract, emotions can run high, which can complicate any deal, especially when working on something so personal." - Alex Min, Lake Tahoe, NV.

Its Importance Cannot Be Overstated

"Selling your home will likely be one of the biggest transactions of your life. Real estate agents get broader exposure for your property, negotiate a better deal, and are experts at managing expectations." - Kathryn Shafer, Beverly Hills P.O., CA.

The Many Details a Real Estate Sale Includes

"People are emotional and overvalue their homes.  A local Realtor® helps you price it right, market, negotiate, and maximize results." - Curtis J. Wright, Essex and Morris counties, NJ.

For more articles featuring the top real estate agents in luxury markets, visit dev.hauteresidence.com.

The post Seven Reasons Why “For Sale By Owner” Is Not A Good Idea… Have A Professional Do It! appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

Elliot Bogod presents

Large three-bedroom condo available for lease by Central Park! 1 Lincoln Plaza, is one of the most desirable buildings on the Upper West Side. With location being one of the most important considerations to the renter, Lincoln Square can easily be called the most desirable neighborhood in Manhattan. Lincoln Center is visible as soon as you exit the lobby and Central Park is just steps away. This paragon of cosmopolitan splendor is situated among world-renowned concert halls and museums, exciting eateries, legendary nightspots, and fashionable boutiques. One Lincoln Plaza puts the best of New York at your fingertips. This apartment features an oversized layout that cannot be compared to some of its modern new construction neighbors. Very generous closets are noted, especially in the master bedroom where two immense walk-in closets were added in the renovation. A massive his and her bathroom complete with an extra-large jacuzzi is another extraordinary addition. A combination of the O and P lines, the floor plan is remarkably well-balanced, quite uncharacteristic of other combinations that create a disproportionate dwelling. Much attention was given to this aspect in the ensuing gut renovation with an added full bathroom and modernized separate eat-in kitchen with quality stainless steel appliances. A unique feature is the separate dining room which can easily convert to a 4th bedroom. Altogether, each square foot was impeccably utilized to maximize synergy, creating a fluid and wonderfully proportionate apartment. A Central Park view completes this masterpiece. Elegant dramatic building lobby, the impeccably dressed building staff. The 44th floor is home to One Lincoln Plazas posh, private fitness club and spa, featuring a fully-equipped workout room, a swimming pool (with a spectacular sliding roof), saunas, and more. Transportation located at Columbus Circle is a minutes walk and parking is available if need be.

Address: 20 W 64th St #14OP, New York, NY 10023

Price: Available upon request

For more information, please contact Elliot Bogod at 212-577-2270 or ebogod@broadwayrealty.com

Elliot Bogod is the exclusive agent representing the Upper West Side, New York City, NY real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

Photo Credit: Natalia Dolinsky Photo Credit: Natalia Dolinsky Photo Credit: Natalia Dolinsky Photo Credit: Natalia Dolinsky Photo Credit: Natalia Dolinsky

The post An Upper West Side Condo Near Central Park By Elliot Bogod appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

How did the real estate market look in the beginning of 2020?

We had a busy month of January and February of 2020 before the pandemic even though real estate market has softened since its peak of 2015^th.  Prices of Upper West Side condos, coops, and townhouses have been reduced by many buyers in order to be attractive and to get buyers' attention.  There were approximately 660 active listings on Upper West Side in February 2020. March 15^th to June 12^th  there were no “in-person” showings and a very small number of transactions. COVID deals mostly have been happening and steeply discounted deals signed during that time.

Photo Credit: Peter Heart

What, if any, changes did the pandemic have on prices? On inventory?

Pandemic increased inventory by thousands of apartment listings in NYC. Upper West Side has tripled the number of available inventory and sellers are more negotiable than ever. Buyers are expecting discounts and getting them in many instances.

Professionally, what have you learned in 2020 about yourself?

During my real estate career, I have witnessed downturns in 2001 and 2008 caused by September 11 and Lehman Brothers stock market crisis.  The COVID-19 pandemic has crashing effect on the NYC real estate market as well and a resemblance of two previous crashes. We have experienced market prices declines on the properties during those two previous downturns and know precisely that prices will come back and the market cycle will change. Currently NYC real estate market is in the midst of the correction and everything is on sale. We have a resemblance to the real estate market of 2012 when we had an inventory of almost 10,000 apartments for sale.  Currently, 1600 apartments are available for sale on Upper West Side. It’s truly a buyer’s market and buyers have a freedom of making offers, negotiate, pick while sellers are listening to the offers as never before in the previous cycle. We have learned that this market cycle is very active for us and Upper West Side has shown strength and activity in rentals and sales. We are at Broadway Realty prepared to represent buyers and sellers and to be a fiduciary to the customers we represent.

Click "Learn More" above to contact Elliot Bogod.

The post Elliot Bogod On Upper West Side Real Estate Performance in 2020 appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

Now that Summer is close to ending, what do you see as the takeaways from the last six months?

September brought new wave to apartment rentals to large, family size residences on Upper West Side. We are very busy helping families to move back to the city. We have clients who rented apartments site unseen by calling us from Hamptons. Sales show softness as only well-priced apartments are getting attention. Everything is on sale and people are expecting discounts.

Photo Credit: Catherine Belove, Space Decor Studio

What activities can be done around this time of the year in New York while allowing for safety?

We saw Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum opened and many places having outdoor dining and will have indoor dining on September 30th as New York entered into the 4th and last phase of opening. Outdoor arts and music are opening. Botanical garden, Bronx Zoo are opened. While many hotels are closed there will be an announcement soon about Aman Resort’s Hotel opening in Crown Building at 730 Fifth Avenue and it will include three-story spa.

Photo Credit: Catherine Belove, Space Decor Studio

How is the market in the Upper West Side performing? Do you see more people coming, going, or a balance?

The Upper West Side market shows a sign of life. We have signed a couple of contracts in August and just listed a great one-bedroom condo with a terrace. There are not many one-bedrooms with outdoor spaces on the market and it has generated a good amount of interest from buyers.

Many of our listings that are in the $4 Million+ category are less liquid in this market even though many clients are taking advantage of low-interest rates. We took some of the residences off the market as sellers don’t want to reduce prices dramatically. One of the townhouses listed by us had a price reduction of more than $1 Million. The year 2020 was a breaking point for many sellers and brought to market buyers who hesitated and waited in prior years.

Photo Credit: Catherine Belove, Space Decor Studio

The post Upper West Side Real Estate Market Update And New York Activities, With Elliot Bogod appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

Beautiful Manhattan townhouse on the Upper West Side, ready to be converted to become a single-family home.

This property is vacant. It’s ready to become a spectacular family residence.

(Please note that the images representing this property are design renderings.)

The current owner already received the approval from the Landmark Preservation Commission. Assignable construction loan is also in place. Proposed plans for one-family residence are available upon request.

The proposed renovation will result in approximately 7,000 square feet of sophisticated single-family living quarters. It will be conducted by a team of carefully chosen builders, under the guidance of experienced architects. All plans have been approved, and the team is ready to complete the build-out.

The townhouse features high ceilings: 10’ – 11’, throughout the entire property. The interior is approximately 5,100 square feet. The property also includes the outdoors area of over 2,400 square feet.

The inviting, cozy Garden Floor offers a private guest suite and vestibule, and a family room with a wine cellar and wet bar, as well as a living room, opening to a large, sun-filled south-facing garden.

The Parlor Floor has a balcony, and features an open-floor plan with an enormous chef's kitchen and formal dining area for entertaining all your family and friends.

The Second Floor also has direct access to patio and garden. In addition, the plans include a luxurious, floor-through master suite with a large walk-in closet, and a lovely terrace outside the bedroom area.

The two upper floors of the house will host four more gracious bedrooms with en-suite baths, a home office or family room on the penthouse level, with space for a billiard table, as well as the roof deck to prepare BBQ or take sun baths.

Above the penthouse level there will be a private oasis area, where you can escape the hustle of the big city.

A commercial-grade elevator quickly whisks passengers through five levels of the home, from the basement to the penthouse.

The garden floor plan is configured to maximize usable living space, while efficiently organizing the mechanical and storage areas. The proposed layouts include a large exercise room, a wine cellar, a sauna and a steam-shower bathroom.

The garden floor has 11’ ceilings. All metal farming has been completed, and renovations are now 40% done.

This townhouse is situated in the same block as The Astor condo building at 235 West 75 Street. For the reference, properties in that building are selling at the average price of $2.400 per square foot. Some of the residences are marketed and sold for well over $3,000 per square foot.

This townhouse is a rare find! A discerning buyer will create and customize a real New York City dream house for family and friends to enjoy.

256 West 75th offers easy access to Central Park and Riverside Park, Lincoln Center, Time Warner Center, Fairway, Citarella, Zabars, the Museum of Natural History, the New York Historical Society, the Beacon Theatre, numerous schools and some of the best dining and shopping in New York City.

Transportation options include the 1, 2, 3, B and C trains and multiple bus lines.

Address: 256 West 75th Street, New York, NY 10023

Price: $ 7,900,000

For more information, please contact Elliot Bogod at 212-577-2270 or ebogod@broadwayrealty.com

Elliot Bogod is the exclusive agent representing the Upper West Side, New York City, NY real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

Photo Credit: Catherine Belove of spacedecore.com

Photo Credit: Catherine Belove of spacedecore.com

Photo Credit: Catherine Belove of spacedecore.com

Photo Credit: Catherine Belove of spacedecore.com

Photo Credit: Catherine Belove of spacedecore.com

Photo Credit: Catherine Belove of spacedecore.com

Photo Credit: Catherine Belove of spacedecore.com

The post A Spectacular Townhouse In New York By Elliot Bogod appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

Photo Credit: Hayes Davidson

Providing the feeling of an expansive private home, the Terrace Penthouse is perfect for buyers looking to upgrade to more space in New York City. The spectacular home features over 2,200 square feet of interior space and 2,800 square feet of private outdoor space, with ample space for outdoor dining, entertaining and relaxation, as well as picturesque views of the Hudson River and city skyline. The full-floor roof terrace is accessed via a striking outdoor staircase leading from the wraparound terrace—a beautiful connection between the two impressive spaces.

Photo Credit: Hayes Davidson

Ensuring privacy, the penthouse is accessed through direct elevator entry. The incredibly spacious home, one of only 13 in the intimate, boutique development, overlooks a quiet, tree- and brownstone-lined street on the coveted Upper West Side.

Ideal for both privacy and entertaining, the penthouse’s interior living areas are spread across two full floors connected by an elegant floating staircase. The kitchen, living and great rooms are situated on the second level, while the bedroom suites, den and laundry occupy the private lower level.

The home’s expansive great room, complete with a double-sided, marble-wrapped gas fireplace, opens onto a wraparound terrace with elegant steel-framed French doors that offer a spectacular view of the building’s signature landmarked turrets.

Photo Credit: Hayes Davidson

Elegant finishes designed by Tamarkin Co. illustrate the attention to detail present throughout the development. The penthouse’s voluminous chef’s kitchen features a spacious butler’s pantry and is adorned with solid white oak cabinetry handcrafted by Christopher Peacock and complete with Nanz hardware, honed Pietra Cardosa stone floors, polished Arabescato marble slab countertops and backsplashes, and top-of-the-line Wolf, Sub-Zero and Miele appliances.

The elegant master bath features original arched windows, hand-selected Calacatta Gold marble slabs, custom white oak vanities by Christopher Peacock and Lefroy Brooks fixtures.

Photo Credit: Hayes Davidson

Located in the heart of the coveted Upper West Side, 555 West End Avenue offers residents access to world-class dining and cultural attractions as well as the peaceful respite of a quiet, tree-lined street.

The boutique condominium is moments from two of the City’s most desirable green spaces, Riverside Park and Central Park, and places residents in close proximity to the Henry Hudson Parkway, creating an easy getaway to upstate New York and Connecticut. An established and exclusive neighborhood, the surrounding area is home to some of the city’s most prestigious secondary schools, in addition to Columbia University and Fordham University, and directly across town from the Upper East Side’s most acclaimed schools.

Photo Credit: Hayes Davidson

With its combination of original architectural details and spacious floorplans that feel like private homes, 555 West End Avenue has become one of New York City’s most sought-after residential addresses. There are only five homes remaining and the development is available for immediate occupancy.

The post This Incredible UWS Penthouse Was Once The Home Of A Prestigious Private School appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

Courtesy Noe & Associates with The Boundary

Crowning the 38th floor, Penthouse A is perched atop the tower's highest point. With interiors by famed hospitality duo Yabu Pushelberg, the 4,694-square-foot residence has four bedrooms and five bathrooms and boasts floor-to-ceiling glass windows, an outdoor terrace perfect for relaxing and sweeping views of the Hudson River and Manhattan skyline. A generous living and dining area for entertaining spans the center of the home, and a spacious master suite with three closets including his-and-hers dressing rooms and two spacious marble bathrooms are tucked away.

Courtesy Noe & Associates with The Boundary

A quick elevator ride away, residents will have access not only to the tower's amenities, but also to the Rockwell Group-designed Waterline Club, which has more than 100,000 square feet of best-in-class sports, leisure and lifestyle spaces like an indoor tennis court, half pipe skate park, basketball court, music room, two pools, children's rooms, pet spaces and more. A porte-cochere arrival provides the perfect entrance, and a nearly three-acre park designed by Mathews Nielsen Landscape Architects is located just outside. Cipriani's first-ever food market is located on the ground floor of the building, and Alex Stupak's Empellon will be just steps away at Three Waterline Square.

Courtesy Noe & Associates with The Boundary

Waterline Square plays a critical role in completing the original Riverside Master Plan, which was designed to transform 77 acres of prime waterfront land along Manhattan’s Hudson River into a premier residential neighborhood. The five-acre, three-tower mega-development represents one of the last remaining waterfront development sites to be completed on Manhattan's Upper West Side.

Courtesy Noe & Associates with The Boundary

The post Inside Riverside Boulevards Most Expensive Penthouse That Just Sold For $18 Million appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

LEVEL

Courtesy of LEVEL

If you’re only looking to upgrade one element in a living space, New York interior designer Highlyann Krasnow, founder and creative director of The Design High, suggests updating your couch. “There’s nothing more impactful than a beautiful couch. Invest in a well-made sofa, accessorize with statement pillows, and build the room around it,” she said. This gorgeous velvet couch is the hero of this living space and is right on trend for this year. Krasnow and her team staged this living room at LEVEL, a luxury waterfront enclave in Williamsburg.

Summit New York

Courtesy of Summit New York

Renowned French furniture brand, Ligne Roset, creates a colorful and textural living room at the Summit New York in Midtown East. If you have a space that is unique in shape, see how Ligne Roset uses clever space planning and the right scale of furniture to make the area feel large and spacious. The greys and neutrals are accented with vivid jewel tones, and work in harmony with the skyline views. The added natural element also helps to liven the room and bring a little of the outside in.

12 East 63^rd Street

Photo credit: Will Ellis of Donna Dotan, courtesy The Corcoran Group

Do you have a large living room, but don’t want it to look cluttered? See this stunning interior design by Thierry W Despont LLD in an Upper East Side architectural masterpiece by Pierre Yves Rochon. The $67 Million listings, 12 East 63^rd Street, by Corcoran has a generous living space, which Despont utilizes to create a sophisticated, uncluttered room. The high ceiling allows for long rectangular shapes, filled with leather-bound books and mirrors. The round balcony overhead interrupts the rectangular shapes and gives way to curved furniture below. Again, velvet furnishing adds opulence and pop of color.

277 Fifth Avenue

Courtesy of 277 Fifth Avenue

If you have floor to ceiling windows that frame the Manhattan skyline, then this living room design is for you. Designed by renowned interior architect Jeffrey Beers, this unit in 277 Fifth Avenue, is an open-layout floorplan. Beers create flexible entertainments areas sectioning off the living room from the dining and kitchen area with a large rug. The solid walls are perfect for adding sizeable pieces of art for a pop of color and culture. The refined palette of natural materials including American white oak flooring evokes a warm and inviting atmosphere for residents and guests.

22 West 74^th Street

Photo credit: David Paler, courtesy The Corcoran Group

This luxurious Neo-Georgian limestone and brick mansion was originally designed by Percy Griffin in 1906 and includes a grand living room. The room's ceiling soars just under 13 feet, and Jacqueline Segura takes advantage of the height with a stunning wall piece that co-exists with a rig of a similar pattern. The powder blue and cream colors are soft and fresh, perfect for this season, and vintage elements are in this year. If you’re looking to add a touch of old world meets new, this living room on the Upper West Side is the perfect inspiration to draw from.

The post 5 Living Rooms To Inspire Your Next Upgrade appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

With both Bruce Willis and his wife, model and actress Emma Heming, living high profile lives and moving around for work, keeping the home didn't make sense for the amount of time they spent living in it. Willis has owned property or lived full-time in the neighborhood for years, and told WSJ that he "will always be an Upper West Side guy, I've been living here on and off since the 70's." The home features nearly 150 feet of walls facing Central Park and bucolic views of the city below from almost every room. 271 Central Park West is a pre-war co-op with only two units per floor and a full-time elevator operator.

With six bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, the duplex apartment facing the park is absolutely incredible, and surely a luxury home for the mystery buyer that scooped up the listing.

The post Bruce Willis’ UWS Apartment Sells After Only One Week appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

Massive luxurious penthouses are nothing new to New York. There are buildings in all corners of the city with picturesque homes that look like a princess’ Disney film setting. The neighborhoods that house them though seem to be battling it out for who can have the next top-shelf hotspot on the market. With the Woolworth Tower Residences’ Pinnacle downtown, the Plaza Hotel’s Castle in the Sky in Midtown, and tons of other in between, it’s a tough fight. Recently though, the Upper West Side seems to have joined the fray with a series of luxury penthouses like the one at The Laureate at 2150 Broadway, that’s sure to stand with the competition.

Penthouse 1A spans 6,300 square feet of space with five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms. The home has the makings of all great penthouses with a luxurious balcony projecting beautiful views of the Park and bustling city downtown. Both the master bedroom and guestroom have ensuite bathrooms and balconies and the home is full of custom touches like built ins and units perfect to make this property feel like home instantly.

The building is also unique in its classic touches, brought to the modern day, like a gas fireplace and electric shades to provide a cozy comfort for the coming winter months.

Just off 75^th Street and Broadway, the penthouse is also at a great location between restaurants, transportation, museums, and Central Park. While downtown gets claustrophobic the second one steps outside, the Upper West Side offers a welcomed reprieve from the hustle of the city with wider sidewalks, less crowded streets, and the open spaces of the park only a few steps away. While the neighborhood may not have the next hyper-trendy restaurant, it excels in staples of classic New York delights with some of the best bagels, delicatessens, and appetizing restaurants like Zabar’s and Barney Greengrass, in the city if not the East Coast.

The post The Upper West Side Joins The Luxury Penthouse Wars appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

While the Upper West Side may not be the hip new downtown hotspot, it’s the perfect neighborhood for beautiful apartments. The expansive space the Upper West Side has to offer makes way for some of the best luxury living in the city. A new listing from Brown Harris Stevens speaks to this point. 230 Central Park West is an outstanding corner unit in the building with sweeping views of Central park. The sun drenched apartment is a two bedroom two bathroom on the 10^th floor of The Bolivar co-op and created a living piece of art with giant picture windows to see the city below.

The 9 foot tall beamed ceilings, wood burning fireplace, oak floors, and custom built ins have made this place into a home for someone to come back to every day. Forget about having to move into a new listing and create a home out of it. This place already comes with character and charm like no other unit can.

The home is also a great piece of New York history, having been build in 1926. The home is also complete with a rood deck, common laundry, bike storage, and private storage area in the building. The home is being listed for 4.5 million dollars and is also set alongside some of the best the Upper West Side has to offer in restaurants, delis, and quiet streets to walk along at night.

The post This Upper West Side Apartment Is Incredible appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

It’s a diverse neighborhood of countless artisans, endless entertainment, gorgeous brownstones, gourmet restaurants and groceries, overflowing bars, and the great escape—Central Park. The only drawbacks are aging buildings and a shortage of new housing.

Upper West Side housing comes at a premium, if you can find it. Professionals, students, artists and empty nesters are eager to move into the neighborhood and developers are hustling to accommodate them—with rare new residential buildings or condo conversions with modern amenities.

The neighborhood’s latest conversion, 175 West 95th Street, is fresh on the market and a sight for sore eyes. Let the tours and bidding commence.

The 27-story condo at 175 West 95th Street offers the Upper West Side 226 contemporary units.

The exclusive sales and marketing team at Corcoran Group Marketing in cooperation with 175 West 95 Owner LLC, recently announced that studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom residences are primed for sale in this full-service 27-story condominium conversion building. The condo includes 226 units, first-class indoor and outdoor amenities, and new retail space on the ground floor.

The building is ideally located between bustling Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues (a short stroll from Central Park and the Hudson River) on a tree-lined street beautified with brownstones. These new residences range in size from 504 square feet to $1,253 square feet, carrying an asking price from $620,000 to $2.1 million.

The condo conversion includes ground floor retail and a reconfigured lobby on tree-lined 95th Street.

"Everything happening at 175 West 95th Street represents positive change for the neighborhood," said Jodi Stasse, managing director for new developments at Corcoran Group Marketing. "The residences have been transformed and include timeless, modern touches, and the additional building offerings and retail space make this block a game changer on the Upper West Side."

Sure to be a hot, in-demand commodity, 175 West 95th Street offers all residents more than 10,000-square feet of convenient indoor and outdoor space on the second floor, including a fitness center, children’s play room and a resident lounge with soaring ceilings sheathed in glass overlooking a landscaped terrace (which features gathering areas for casual seating and even outdoor dining). Adults aside, children also get their own outdoor private play area.

The condo boasts more than 10,000-square feet of indoor and outdoor space for residents on the second floor alone. This includes a children's play area.

A lounge is available for all residents on the second floor.

The fitness room is among the many second-floor amenities.

175 West 95th Street offers studio, one-, two-, three-bedroom condos ranging in price from $620,000 to $2.1 million.

Bathrooms feature tiled floors with natural stone and custom vanities.

These redesigned residences showcase spacious, functional floor plans with contemporary design elements (generous closet space, tiled bathroom floors with natural stone, custom vanities, hardwood floors), and luxury kitchen appliances such as Liebherr, Miele, and Bertazzoni.

Most units have terraces with expansive views of the Manhattan skyline.

The apartments boast ample light, and most feature private outdoor balconies off the living rooms, with expansive views of the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River. The reconfigured lobby, which was renovated and relocated to 95th Street, includes 24-hour concierge service. The new entrance features glass and iron canopies and is adjacent to an underground parking garage.

The modern lobby features 24-hour concierge service.

"The Upper West Side continues to draw young, savvy professionals, students, empty nesters and more. The walkability of the neighborhood, its close proximity to shopping, dining and transportation access and the quality of living at this anticipated price point provides a housing opportunity that rarely exists in an established and desired neighborhood like this," said Amy Katcher, project director of the Corcoran Group.

Construction on the renovated condominium began in April 2013 and was recently completed. Closings and occupancy are expected in the second quarter of 2015. For more information visit www.175w95.com.

The post 175 West 95th Street Condo Puts 226 Modern Units on Market appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

How does it feel, how does it feel?
To be without a home
Like a complete unknown
Like a rolling stone?

Jane Wenner, ex-wife of Rolling Stone magazine founder, is selling her five-story Upper West Side town house for nearly $18 million.

The Victorian brownstone at 37 West 70th Street is on a block that was once home to prominent financiers Bernard Baruch, Samuel Goldman and Marcus Sachs.

The garden-entry boasting an eat-in chef kitchen with fireplace and six-burner professional Garland range.

Jane Wenner isn’t completely unknown but for decades she lived in the shadow of her famous ex-husband—Rolling Stone magazine co-founder Jann Wenner. And today, she is hardly without a home, but she is prepared to unload her Upper West Side townhouse for $17.95 million in favor of a Greenwich Village cottage she’s reportedly renovating.

Dylan’s words aren’t exactly prophetic but when you’re a music legend, imperfect foreshadowing (like his pitch) is forgiven in the presence of lyrical genius. Through Dylan, Waters and The Rolling Stones, Jann Wenner and Jane Wenner recognized the powerful influence of music in turbulent 1960s San Francisco when they borrowed $1,500 from family to launch Rolling Stone as a counterculture publication with music at its core. Nearly 50 years later, Rolling Stone rocks on and its success planted music-loving seeds for two generations while bearing fruit for its owners—prominence in the publishing industry and access to luxurious multi-million-dollar homes.

Living and dining rooms feature fireplaces with French limestone mantels and original pocket doors.

The Victorian home boasts original lighted bookcases and many fireplaces (wood and limestone).

French doors open to charming Juliet balconies.

A breakfast room offers ample light, garden vistas and floor-to-ceiling French doors

Jane Wenner’s Upper West Side residence is a traditional 20-foot-wide, five-story Victorian brownstone at 37 West 70th Street between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West, a storied block that was once home to prominent financiers Bernard Baruch, Samuel Goldman and Marcus Sachs. The townhouse boasts seven bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and a rear garden. Built in 1891 by architect Gilbert Schellenger, the Wenners purchased the townhouse in 1987 from the estate of fashion designer Perry Ellis—who meticulously restored original mahogany, cherry and oak details, and added floor-to-ceiling French casement windows as well as Art Deco bathrooms from London’s original Savoy Hotel.

Bedroom with wood fireplace.

Jane Wenner's brownstone boasts seven bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and a rear garden.

According to The Real Deal, the home was subsequently redesigned on behalf of the Wenners by the late New York-based designer Ward Bennett. Mark Thomas Amadel and Roberta Golubock of Sotheby’s International Realty have the listing. It was previously listed with Brown Harris Stevens in May 2013.

The townhouse features a garden entry that leads to a center hall and a spacious bedroom/office with a full bathroom and a powder room as well as an eat-in chef kitchen with fireplace, center island, walk-in pantry, six-burner professional Garland range, oak millwork, aged white Carrera marble countertops and an elevette/dumbwaiter. A breakfast room offers ample lighting, garden vistas and floor-to-ceiling French doors, mere steps from the sunny garden whose exterior is embellished by ivy, wrought iron gates and a three-story brick wall extension with arched cornices. This renovated extension added living space, character and impressive views overlooking the garden.

The townhouse features a three-story extension with brick walls and arched cornices which surround the garden.

The private garden.

The sunny garden terrace with city view.

The parlor floor showcases an attractive paneled vestibule ornamented with a coffered ceiling, original doors, and a stairway of “gleaming light mahogany.” Living and dining rooms feature fireplaces with French limestone mantels, original pocket doors and a wet bar while French doors open to charming Juliet balconies. Even the study is highlighted with floor-to-ceiling French doors.

Upper floors include five bedrooms, three fireplaces, original dressing rooms, marble bathrooms, a kitchenette and a terrace. The master bedroom suite includes a library with a fireplace, lighted bookcases, the kitchenette and a luxurious Art Deco master bathroom. The full basement offers storage areas and a climate-controlled wine cellar.

Muddy Waters sings with The Rolling Stones.

Singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, composer of "Like a Rolling Stone"

The term "Rolling Stone" has become an increasingly consequential iconic term thanks to legendary guitarist Waters' 1950 blues song, "Rollin' Stone," followed by the formation of the Mick Jagger-Keith Richards-led The Rolling Stones rock band in 1962, Dylan's historic "Like a Rolling Stone" anthem in 1965--and subsequently due to Rolling Stone magazine's decades-long influence. Rolling Stone (whose magazine moniker was inspired by these three great musical acts) started as a music magazine in 1967 but it has evolved into a bi-weekly popular culture magazine today. Its reputation was cemented with famous and infamous cover images (John Lennon's naked photo with wife Yoko Ono and the controversial Boston marathon terrorist cover respectively) and cutting-edge "gonzo journalism" from emerging writers such as Hunter S. Thompson, Cameron Crow, Lester Bangs, Peter Travers and Matt Taibbi.

Jann and Jane Wenner, proofing Rolling Stone magazine in 1968. Photograph by Baron Wolman.

Iconic John Lennon and Yoko Ono cover of Rolling Stone magazine.

Bob Dylan on cover of Rolling Stone.

Co-founders Jane and Jann Wenner (still publisher and editor of Rolling Stone) raised their three children at 37 West 70th Street, formerly known as The Perry Ellis House, until they separated in 1995. During a relatively amicable split (including assets), Jann Wenner (who also owns Men’s Journal and Us magazines) sold his $4 million-plus stake of the townhouse to his estranged wife in 2010, a year before the couple officially divorced. Since their separation, Jane continued raising the kids solo.

How does it feel…to be on your own...and raising three kids alone...in an Upper West Side brownstone? To Jane Wenner, it likely feels luxurious but like a rolling stone, she’s finally finally headed downhill—rather downtown to Greenwich Village. It makes sense. What is more counter culture than The Village?

The post Like a Rolling Stone: Jane Wenner Turns Over $18 Million Upper West Side Townhouse appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

A duplex residence at 210 West 77th Street will cost up to $21 million.

Enter developer Miki Naftali and Danish architect Thomas Juul-Hansen, whose 210 West 77th Street project will nourish the Upper West Side community with 18-stories of luxury apartments, slated for occupancy in early 2016. West-siders who are already salivating better prepare to pony up some dough, as apartment prices will reportedly range from $4.85 million to over $21 million.

77th Street residences are half- and full-floor units ranging from 2,058-square-feet to a .5,973-square-foot duplex penthouse

Inspired by Danish modernism, the 210 West 77th Street building resembles an edifice you’d bicycle past in Copenhagen rather than New York City (and that’s a good thing). Juul-Hansen’s building design features hand-formed Danish brick, Juliet balcony façades, and oversized mahogany windows that are harmonious with the Upper West Side’s architectural character. Not since Danish immigrant Jonas Bronck (for which The Bronx is named) has a Dane given New York City so much in a time of need.

“I’m a big believer in the beauty of natural materials,” said Juul-Hansen, whose résumé includes interiors at luxurious developments, private homes and Michelin star restaurants such as Jean-Georges. “I believe this gives the architecture and design a timeless quality.”

The 210 W. 77th Street project offers fireplaces and outdoor terraces.

The 77th Street residences are half- and full-floor units ranging from 2,058-square-feet for three-bedrooms, to a 5,973-square-foot duplex penthouse with outdoor space. Select residences offer fireplaces and outdoor terraces. All units offer private access via an elevator that transports directly to the apartments.

The residences boast contemporary features—open layouts, solid oak-plank floors, large chef-quality kitchens with Miele appliances, polished Everest Grey quartzite slab countertops, and sleek white-lacquer cabinetry with polished chrome handles.

Chef-quality kitchens come with Miele appliances, Everest Grey quartzite countertops and sleek white-lacquer cabinetry.

Master bathrooms offer Grigio Piove marble, custom wenge wood vanities and Waterworks bathtubs. Meanwhile the powder room showcases beautiful polished Marron Imperial marble slabs on the floor, accent walls, and custom carved sinks. The lobby design is highlighted by a sculptural double-height glass ceiling, detailed white oak wall panels, and Omani limestone flooring.

The building’s amenities include a 24-hour doorman and concierge, a roof terrace, a fitness center, bicycle storage, and perhaps (according to design renderings) select garages. The residences are close to popular eateries such as Ouest, Spiga, and Telepan, as well as a handful of gourmet markets.

An elevator transports directly to the private residences.

“210 West 77th Street presented a unique opportunity to innovate architecturally while respecting of the character and beauty of the Upper West Side historic district,” said Miki Naftali, founder, chairman, and CEO of the Naftali Group, whose portfolio includes The Seymour at 261 West 25th Street, The Landmark Park Slope, The Bergen, and 33 Beekman.

The Upper West Side is an iconic neighborhood immortalized by pop culture—including the tragic assassination of John Lennon, and Seinfeld, You’ve Got Mail, Woody Allen’s Manhattan and most famously, by the Oscar-winning classic "West Side Story." Many artists, actors, celebrities, educators, and professionals call this community home. Dominated by five-story brownstones, famous Central Park towers with ornamented façades (The Dakota, San Remo, El Dorado) and older grand buildings topped with water towers, the Upper West Side is tight on space—despite its wide sidewalks and avenues. The 210 West 77th Street development is a rare example of recent new construction.

Upper West Side living space has always been a premium. During the construction of Central Park in the 1850s and 1860s, squatters moved their shacks into the Upper West Side (laying claim to any space they could find). This led to undesirable boarding houses and rowdy taverns.

One hundred years later, tenements used in the filming of "West Side Story" were razed to make way for Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Today, the luxurious 210 West 77th building represents the latest call for urban renewal. But this modern west side story doesn’t require movie gangs or squatters to reclaim turf—just luxury space for its restless citizens.

Academy Award-winning film West Side Story was filmed on the Upper West Side, near where Lincoln Center now stands.

The post West Side Story: 210 West 77th Street Feeds Hunger for Luxury Space appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

An architectural gem originally constructed in 1931, 1080 Amsterdam is a 20-story rental tower that has been thoughtfully re-envisioned for contemporary Upper West Side living. 1080 Amsterdam includes 95 gracious studio to two-bedroom apartments including an exclusive collection of terraced residences and an expansive penthouse with private outdoor space.

Developed by Stonehenge Partners and SL Green Realty Corporation, 1080 Amsterdam has been meticulously renovated by Steven Kratchman Architects with interiors by famed designer Andres Escobar. High-end finishes at 1080 Amsterdam include hardwood floors, Scavolini Italian cabinetry, Caesarstone countertops and stainless steel appliances.

The crown jewel of the tower is a full-floor, two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse with a formal dining room and wrap-around terrace with striking views from Morningside Heights to the Financial District.

A full-service amenity package includes a 24-hour attended lobby, fully-equipped fitness center with private studio, media lounge designed for relaxation and socializing, bike storage hub and onsite laundry facility.

Located across the street from the stunning St. John the Divine, 1080 Amsterdam is at the heart of a vibrant neighborhood known for its quintessential architecture, culinary attractions and picturesque scenery with Morningside Park, Riverside Park and Columbia University’s campus just blocks away.

1080 Amsterdam comes with all the perks of membership to the Stonehenge community, from fitness classes to dinner parties with celebrated chefs and private movie screenings in the buildings and at properties throughout the Stonehenge portfolio.

Monthly rents at 1080 Amsterdam range from $2,500 to $12,000. For more details visit www.1080amsterdam.com, or call (646) 833-1080.

Photos by Jimmy Pham

The post 1080 Amsterdam Debuts in Morningside Heights appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

The 33,400 sq. ft. co-op boasts hand-painted murals, a built-in wet bar, Lefroy Brooks fixtures and Lutron Lighting. Tell us about your themed dream apartment!

Craving the latest and greatest in interior design news? Like the Haute Design Network on Facebook!

Photos courtesy of Curbed

The post Bright Upper West Side Interior Screams 60s appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.

There's a catch though: before Duchovny can get his hands on the house keys, he'll need to pass The Ardsley's board, which rejected Mariah Carey in 1999 when she tried to buy Barbara Streisand's penthouse.

But even though Duchovny may have to charm his way into the co-op board, we're sure the three-bedroom, three-bathroom corner apartment featuring a private elevator, wood-burning fireplace, and terrace with sweeping views of Central Park is more than worth it.

For more photos of David Duchovny's prospective Upper West Side apartment, click here.

Source: Curbed

The post “X-Files” Star David Duchovny Chooses $6.25-Million Upper West Side Apartment appeared first on Haute Residence by Haute Living.