REAL ESTATE
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New transit-oriented Cypress Hills project has 200+ affordable units
Credit: Think! Architecture + Design PLLC6 A mixed-use residential project in Cypress Hills, set to deliver more than 200 affordable apartments just steps from the subway, moved ahead this week. On Tuesday, a joint venture of Slate Property Group, Thorobird Companies, and Bangladeshi American Community Development & Youth Services (BACDYS) closed on 570 Eldert Lane, a transit-oriented development that will…
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Vote for 6sqft’s 2025 Building of the Year!
No matter what the rest of the world looks like, interest in real estate in New York City remains one of the few constants in life. In 2025, the market remained resilient, with long-anticipated projects hitting major milestones, from the sales launch at the Flatiron Building to the reopening of the Waldorf Astoria. Downtown Manhattan dominated this year, with several…
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NYC’s creative industry at risk amid affordability crisis, report finds
The Rubin Museum in Chelsea closed in 2024. It now operates as a global institution with traveling exhibitions. Photo by David de Armas, courtesy of the Rubin Museum of Art. The future of New York City’s celebrated creative scene is in jeopardy, as rising living costs make sustaining a career in the industry increasingly unfeasible, a new report says. Released…
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MTA puts 350,000 square feet of air rights in Lower Manhattan up for sale
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is selling over 300,000 square feet of landmarked air rights in Lower Manhattan. As first reported by The Real Deal, the MTA issued a request for proposals (RFP) on Friday seeking a buyer for up to 350,000 square feet of air rights tied to the Fulton Center and the neighboring Corbin Building. Buyers must acquire the…
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Commuter gift guide: 7 ideas for on-the-go New Yorkers
New Yorkers braving the daily subway and walking grind of the concrete jungle. Suburbanites who tirelessly hop on Metro-North, NJ Transit, or the LIRR each morning. These everyday hustlers deserve a little something to make the commute more enjoyable. Here are a few gift ideas for the commuter in your life. Courtesy of MOFT Tablet Stand, MOFT, $39.99One of the…
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City taps developer to replace 100 Gold Street with 3,700 apartments
100 Gold Street. Photo courtesy of NYCEDC New York City has chosen a developer to redevelop an outdated Financial District government building into thousands of new apartments. Mayor Eric Adams on Monday announced that GFP Real Estate will redevelop the nine-story 100 Gold Street into a mixed-use development with 3,700 new homes, including 25 percent permanently affordable units, and a…
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NYC’s most festive holiday bars and restaurants
Nowhere is as picturesque as New York City during the holidays, with iconic attractions like the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, Bryant Park’s Winter Village, the Dyker Heights Christmas lights, and festive decorations brightening every street corner. Whether you’re looking for a cozy spot to sip on seasonal cocktails or somewhere to enjoy over-the-top holiday-themed decor, the city offers many options…
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The history of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, a NYC holiday tradition
The 1931 tree, courtesy of Tishman Speyer The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, considered the “worldwide symbol of Christmas,” will be lit on Wednesday, marking the 93rd tree lighting ceremony. Ahead, learn about the history of the iconic spruce, from its start as a modest Depression-era pick-me-up for Rockefeller Center construction workers to World War regulations to its current 900-pound Swarovski star. Bain…
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NYC is selling limited batches of its most popular authentic street signs
New York City is selling limited batches of its four best-selling street signs from its monthly “sign drops,” giving New Yorkers a chance to bring a piece of the city home for the holidays. Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced that starting Tuesday, the agency will release four of its most popular street signs, the first on Tuesday, followed…
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NYC’s top holiday concerts and live shows
While New York City’s holiday season is best known for its twinkling lights and the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, the city also offers a wealth of world-class live performances to dazzle audiences with festive cheer. Here are some of the best ways to celebrate the holidays in NYC with music, dance, and theater, from the Radio City Christmas Spectacular to…
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