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$28M Playground: Jaw-Dropping NY Estate Boasts Bowling Alley, Golf Simulator (Peek Inside) $28M Playground: Jaw-Dropping NY Estate Boasts Bowling Alley, Golf Simulator (Peek Inside)
$28M Playground: Jaw-Dropping NY Estate Boasts Bowling Alley, Golf Simulator (Peek Inside) If you’ve ever dreamed of living in your own private resort, this jaw-dropping New York estate might just be the answer. With a price tag of $28 million, this 25,000-square-foot Long Island mansion – built by renowned luxury home builder John Kean – is more than a home, it’s a destination. Set on seven pristine acres within the exclusive gated community of Spring Hill in Old Westbury, this estate redefines what it means to live large. Boasting seven bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, and endless amenities, every luxury you’ve ever dreamed of is right at your fingertips. 6A Spring Hill Lane in…

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by Michael Mashburn
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US Home Sales Plunge To Lowest Level Since 1995: Here's Why US Home Sales Plunge To Lowest Level Since 1995: Here's Why
US Home Sales Plunge To Lowest Level Since 1995: Here's Why Home sales in 2024 tumbled to their lowest level in nearly two decades but the Northeast offered a small glimmer of hope in an otherwise challenging year for the housing market. Existing-home sales dropped to 4.06 million in 2024, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) said in a news release on Friday, Jan. 24. That figure marked the worst year for the US housing market since 1995. The sales drop happened as the median price of a home reached a record high of $407,500, up six percent from 2023. "The median home price was elevated partly due to the upper-end market's relative …

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by Chris Spiker
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Slice Of Versailles: French Chateau-Inspired Estate Among Priciest NY Listings At $15M Slice Of Versailles: French Chateau-Inspired Estate Among Priciest NY Listings At $15M
Slice Of Versailles: French Chateau-Inspired Estate Among Priciest NY Listings At $15M Here’s your chance to live like royalty. Tucked away at the end of a private road on Long Island is “Haut Bois,” a sprawling, French chateau-inspired estate that’s among New York’s most expensive residential real estate listings. Asking price? $15 million. Built in 1917 by celebrated architect Ogden Codman Jr., the elegant brick and stucco mansion – located in Brookville at 1985-4 Cedar Swamp Road – boasts seven bedrooms and nine bathrooms. Situated on eight acres, the abode is dripping in luxury, and ivy. Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty “Drawing inspiration from the Louis XI…

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by Michael Mashburn
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'Majestic' NY Estate Marilyn Monroe, John Lennon Once Called Home Hits Market For $18M 'Majestic' NY Estate Marilyn Monroe, John Lennon Once Called Home Hits Market For $18M
'Majestic' NY Estate Marilyn Monroe, John Lennon Once Called Home Hits Market For $18M This storybook-worthy Long Island estate is fit for Hollywood royalty. Perched high atop a 70-foot bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean is Montauk’s “Stone House,” located at 408 Old Montauk Highway. Asking price? $18 million. Nestled on over three breathtaking acres offering panoramic views of the Montauk Lighthouse and Block Island, this architectural masterpiece boasts over 4,000 square feet that includes three bedrooms and five bathrooms. “Presenting one of the rarest and most majestic oceanfront offerings in The Hamptons,” reads the listing from Douglas Elliman. The interior …

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by Michael Mashburn
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Westchester Sees Record Growth in Housing Units, New Report Finds Westchester Sees Record Growth in Housing Units, New Report Finds
Westchester Sees Record Growth in Housing Units, New Report Finds Westchester County is experiencing an unprecedented housing boom, with a new report revealing that approximately 12,500 new residential units have been completed since 2021, and another 15,000 units are currently under construction. The findings, presented by real estate brokerage RM Friedland at the annual real estate development conference hosted by the Business Council of Westchester (BCW) and the Fordham Real Estate Institute on Tuesday, Jan. 14, highlight the county's response to the national housing shortage. "The amount of residential development that has occurred in Westchester Coun…

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by Ben Crnic
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$10M Put To Affordable Housing In Downtown Of This Westchester City $10M Put To Affordable Housing In Downtown Of This Westchester City
$10M Put To Affordable Housing In Downtown Of This Westchester City Westchester County is taking a major step forward in addressing the need for affordable housing with a $10 million allocation for the purchase of property in downtown White Plains, officials announced.  The Land Acquisition Act, signed by new County Executive Ken Jenkins on Tuesday, Jan. 7, will fund the redevelopment of two buildings located at 99 Church St. and 6 Cottage Pl. in White Plains. The project will create 108 affordable homeownership units for first-time buyers and include 89 parking spaces.  "We are continuing on our path to create as many affordable housing opportun…

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by Ben Crnic
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Mary Tyler Moore's Iconic CT Mansion Sees $5M Price Cut After Over Year On Market Mary Tyler Moore's Iconic CT Mansion Sees $5M Price Cut After Over Year On Market
Mary Tyler Moore's Iconic CT Mansion Sees $5M Price Cut After Over Year On Market A nearly 125-year-old Connecticut mansion, once owned by one of TV's most enduring and important stars, remains unsold after more than a year on the market.  The estate combines old-world charm with modern amenities chosen by a woman "who could turn the world on with her smile." The 13,000-square-foot Georgian colonial in Fairfield County, located at 10 Cliffdale Road in Greenwich, sits on seven acres of rolling hills and was once owned by the late Mary Tyler Moore and her husband, Dr. S. Robert Levine. Mary Tyler Moore's former Greenwich mansion features a door as red as her h…

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by Josh Lanier
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Red, Blue, And You: New Tool Lets Homebuyers Check Neighbors' Politics Red, Blue, And You: New Tool Lets Homebuyers Check Neighbors' Politics
Red, Blue, And You: New Tool Lets Homebuyers Check Neighbors' Politics Homebuyers are increasingly considering political leanings when choosing neighborhoods, according to a brand-new report.  Real estate agents note that clients prioritize communities aligning with their political views, seeking compatibility beyond traditional factors like schools and safety, the Axios story says. This trend may lead to more politically homogeneous neighborhoods, potentially impacting local governance and community interactions. Additionally, new real estate platforms, such as Oyssey, provide insights into neighborhood political affiliations, further enabling buyers to…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Work Begins On 12-Story Residential, Retail Building In Westchester Work Begins On 12-Story Residential, Retail Building In Westchester
Work Begins On 12-Story Residential, Retail Building In Westchester Construction has begun on a 12-story building that will bring more homes and retail space to a Westchester village.  A groundbreaking ceremony was held for 146 Westchester Avenue in Port Chester on Tuesday, Dec. 17, according to developers.  Developers added that the planned development will contain 223 residential units as well as ground-level retail space.  Construction is expected to be finished by Q4 of 2026. 

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by Ben Crnic
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Affordable Housing Community Breaks Ground In Westchester: Will Have Over 300 Units Affordable Housing Community Breaks Ground In Westchester: Will Have Over 300 Units
Affordable Housing Community Breaks Ground In Westchester: Will Have Over 300 Units Construction has begun on a new $223 million affordable housing development in Westchester that will create hundreds of new homes.  The project, called Opal 115, will bring 315 affordable apartments to the city and is being built in partnership with Forward Thinkers Development, Grandview Consulting, and The NRP Group.  The development, which will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 17, will provide housing for households earning 40 to 90 percent of the Area Median Income.  Nearly half of the apartments will be two- and three-bedroom units designed to accommodate…

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by Ben Crnic
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Luxurious Westchester Estate Once Owned By 'Father Divine' Listed For $5.495M Luxurious Westchester Estate Once Owned By 'Father Divine' Listed For $5.495M
Luxurious Westchester Estate Once Owned By 'Father Divine' Listed For $5.495M A stunning Westchester estate with breathtaking Hudson River views and rich history is now on the market for $5.495 million, offering would-be buyers a unique opportunity to own a piece of the county's past and present luxury.  Located at 11 Carriage Trl. in Tarrytown, the property sits at the highest point of the prestigious Greystone-on-Hudson community, a nearly 100-acre luxury gated enclave, and was once owned by famous spiritual leader "Father Divine," according to a New York Times article from 1940. "Father Divine," whose real name has still not been confirmed, was a charismatic …

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by Ben Crnic
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Modern, Futuristic Home Now Listed For $2.995M In Northern Westchester Modern, Futuristic Home Now Listed For $2.995M In Northern Westchester
Modern, Futuristic Home Now Listed For $2.995M In Northern Westchester If you're looking for a home with uniquely designed architecture, a modern residence set on more than four acres in Northern Westchester that's now on the market may be the perfect fit.  The 3,737-square-foot home, located at 187 Hook Rd. in Bedford, features futuristic design elements and has been listed for $2.995 million by Houlihan Lawrence.  According to the listing, the residence boasts a new facade designed by award-winning architect Belmont Freeman.  Other interesting features include glass walls; a heated gunite pool; a great room with "soaring ceilings" and a "curv…

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by Ben Crnic