Category Archives: In The News

Famous Homes and Hideouts of U.S. Gangsters

Posted on November 19, 2012 by TrueGotham Blog

Gangsters of the 1920s have an international reputation for their cruelty. At the same time, they are surrounded by a romantic aura. These men had personalities that dominated the gossip columns and the news, but they also marked the Prohibition … Continue reading →

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15 Central Park West Luxury Condos – Manhattan, NYC

Posted on October 28, 2012 by TrueGotham Blog

New York City, one of the world’s most agglomerated metropolises is also one of the most wanted when it comes to choosing a place to live. Residents are constantly looking for comfort and luxury whenever they’re thinking of locating in … Continue reading →

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Incredible Central Park Location for $20 Million

Posted on October 27, 2012 by TrueGotham Blog

Daily News reporters have already called it New York’s greatest living room. This huge showroom is located in Central Park at 44 W 77th Street Number 13E and has been recently included on the for – sale list. The asking … Continue reading →

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Tips to Getting the Best Mortgage Rates

Posted on October 19, 2012 by TrueGotham Blog

If you are in the market for a new home, or you are a current homeowner who wants to refinance, finding the best interest rate is likely the number one item on your list of priorities.  Since mortgage rates are … Continue reading →

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Micro-Rentals See Huge Demand in Manhattan

Posted on September 30, 2012 by TrueGotham Blog

It comes as a surprise to no one that Manhattan offers its residents cramped and expensive living spaces. This summer is no different as the Manhattan rental market continues its frenzied pace.  But renters that are looking for smaller spaces … Continue reading →

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5th Ave Penthouse Sells for Over $27 Million

Posted on September 3, 2012 by TrueGotham Blog

A 5th Avenue penthouse in the building formerly known as the Stanhope Hotel was sold recently for over $27 million. This immaculate estate resides on over 8.360 square feet on the 16th floor of the 995 Fifth Avenue condo.  The … Continue reading →

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NYC Developers Hang Hopes on Condo Construction

Posted on September 2, 2012 by TrueGotham Blog

Developers in New York City, anxious to recover from the country’s years-long economic and housing slump, have turned to condo projects to beef up their bottom line.  The lack of new construction paired with the high demand that has been … Continue reading →

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International Buyers Push U.S. Real Estate Higher

Posted on August 31, 2012 by TrueGotham Blog

Many international buyers find the U.S to be a desirable place to buy property because of its low prices and the average value of the dollar. National Association of Realtors The National Association of Realtors 2012 Profile of International Home … Continue reading →

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New Luxury Condos as Spacious as Town Houses

Posted on August 29, 2012 by TrueGotham Blog

Above a side entrance to the Abingdon, a newly converted condominium building at 320 West 12th Street in the West Village, is carved the name “Laura Spelman Hall,” a reminder of the 1905 building’s early life as a home for … Continue reading →

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Manhattan Cultural Events: The Culture and Continuity: The Jewish Journey

Posted on August 24, 2012 by TrueGotham Blog

The Culture and Continuity: The Jewish Journey is one of the most sought after museums of its kind. The exhibitions account for over 4,000 years of Jewish history and is an informative event to experience when you’re near 5th Avenue. … Continue reading →

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