This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from Houston, Texas. The original state of the property was confusing to say the least, with multiple angles and overgrown landscaping that obfuscated the walkways and overall outdoor use. Inside, dated decorative features, including busy wallpaper and tile countertops, were overdue for a fresh start.
Having increased 2.4 percent in January, the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index for single-family home values within the San Francisco Metropolitan Area – which includes the East Bay, North Bay and Peninsula – ticked up another 3.7 percent in February for a year-over-year gain of 22.9 percent, three points above the nationally average of 19.8 percent. […more]
Photo credit: Evan Joseph/Scott Wintrow for Sotheby’s International Realty From the library to the rooftop sunroom and private terrace with dazzling Hudson River views, loft lovers won’t want to change a thing in this perfect penthouse at 288 West Street. As 6sqft previously reported, actress Jennifer Connelly and British actor Paul Bettany bought the four-bedroom penthouse in celebrity-magnet […more]
Rocket Companies CEO Jay Farner Even the biggest mortgage players aren’t immune to the effects of higher rates and tight housing inventory. Rocket Companies, the parent of Rocket Mortgage and Amrock Title, said late Monday that it would be offering buyouts to 8% of its staff at its mortgage operations and title teams. The company […more]
New York City’s largest rooftop park opened to the public last week atop Pier 57 in Chelsea. Designed by Handel Architects and developed by RXR Realty, YoungWoo & Associates, Hudson River Park Trust, and The Baupost Group, the 2-acre space is part of a $410 million renovation to the 70-year-old structure in Hudson River Park and now features 350,000 […more]
Construction has topped out on 618 Pavonia Avenue, a 27-story mixed-use tower in Jersey City‘s seven-building, 2.1-million-square-foot Homestead Place master plan. Designed by C3D Architecture and developed by Namdar Group, the 293-foot-tall structure will yield 376 residences with 24 studios, 264 one-bedrooms, 80 two-bedrooms, and eight three-bedroom units, as well as 5,500 square feet of ground-floor retail […more]
If you’re following the news today, you’ve likely heard about rising inflation. You’re also likely feeling the impact in your day-to-day life as prices go up for gas, groceries, and more. These rising consumer costs can put a pinch on your wallet and make you re-evaluate any big purchases you have planned to ensure they’re […more]
There is a small statewide special election on May 7th that would lower Texas property taxes. See More…
Veris Residential this week launched leasing at Haus25, a 56-story residential tower at 25 Christopher Columbus Drive in Jersey City. The building features 750 rental apartments engineered for energy efficiency.
We think of home as our safest space, but sometimes, hazards are lurking unawares. This guide to hidden dangers will help you find and make repairs before it is too late: Was your home built before 1978? If so, check for lead paint before scraping any painted woodwork. Purchase a lead-testing kit at your local […more]