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West Village, SoHo & Tribeca Real Estate Market Report: August 2026

West Village, SoHo & Tribeca Real Estate Market Report: August 2026

Manhattan's inventory just hit its lowest August level since 2015 — and it's reshaping how fast good listings move in the West Village, SoHo, and Tribeca. Here's what August's contract, price, and negotiability data means if you're buying or selling downtown right now.

The Manhattan Pulse: August 2026 — When Scarcity Becomes the Story

The Manhattan Pulse: August 2026 — When Scarcity Becomes the Story

Manhattan's contract volume slowed in August—but the real story is scarcity, not hesitation. Inventory hit its lowest level in a decade, luxury resales surged, and one submarket quietly outperformed the rest.

The Manhattan Pulse: What July's Numbers Reveal About a Borough at Its Tightest in Years

The Manhattan Pulse: What July's Numbers Reveal About a Borough at Its Tightest in Years

Contract activity just hit a five-year July high, and inventory just hit a low the borough hasn't seen since 2017. Here's what that supply squeeze means for buyers and sellers across Manhattan this month.

NYC's Pied-à-Terre Tax Is Now Law — What Second-Home Owners Need to Know

NYC's Pied-à-Terre Tax Is Now Law — What Second-Home Owners Need to Know

Albany passed a new annual tax on high-value NYC second homes. It took effect July 1 and first bills land in November. Here's the plain-English breakdown of who pays and what it means for the market.

Buying a Co-op in NYC: A Borough-by-Borough Guide from a Brooklyn Native

Buying a Co-op in NYC: A Borough-by-Borough Guide from a Brooklyn Native

Thinking about buying a co-op in New York City? Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker Laurie Savino breaks down what buyers need to know in every borough — from Manhattan board culture to Brooklyn price points, Queens hidden gems, the Bronx, and Staten Island."

New Rules for NYC Co-op Buyers: What the Cooperative Application Timeline Law Means for You

New Rules for NYC Co-op Buyers: What the Cooperative Application Timeline Law Means for You

Starting July 28, 2026, NYC co-op boards must acknowledge purchase applications within 15 days and make a decision within 45 days. Here's what buyers, sellers, and boards need to know about the Cooperative Application Timeline Law.

Living on the Upper West Side

Living on the Upper West Side

Thinking about buying on the Upper West Side? Here’s a buyer-focused guide to lifestyle, parks, culture, and shopping—plus a practical condo vs. co-op $/ft² snapshot for 1-, 2-, and 3-bedrooms.