Category Archives: Neighborhoods

Harlem Week in NYC (Until Aug 24th)

HARLEM WEEK 2013 is a fabulous month-long celebration of all things Harlem! What began in 1974 as a one-day tribute to Harlem has evolved into this incredible event about the community’s rich economic, political and cultural history. From children’s festivals … Continue reading

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Brooklyn Prices Rising to Manhattan Levels

Many potential home buyers in New York City have historically turned to Brooklyn to find more affordable housing.  But today’s market has taken quite a turn.  The difference in price between a one bedroom apartment in the West Village compared … Continue reading

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Colorful History of Central Park, NYC

Central Park in NYC is in the middle of Manhattan, and has been open since 1857. Central Park is the urban park that receives more visitors than any other park in the U.S. Originally, the park was build on 778 … Continue reading

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160 East 22nd Luxury Condos in Gramercy Park

Gramercy Park has long been one of Manhattan’s most luxurious and prestigious neighborhoods.  The focal point of the area is the lush gated park, and old brownstones and mansions lend these streets beauty and sophistication.  The luxury condos at 160 … Continue reading

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The Bronx Zoo – A Great Summer Getaway

Location: Fordham Road and the Bronx River Parkway Visiting time: summer season from 10 am to 5 pm. Admission: $11-$17 Website: http://www.bronxzoo.com/ Located in one of New York’s most famous boroughs, the Bronx, the Bronx Zoo is one of the … Continue reading

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Midtown West and other NYC Areas Face Inventory Shortages

The stock market is doing great. Unemployment is decreasing. And consumers seem newly confident. But at least one significant obstacle is preventing a surge in home sales in Midtown West and other major New York City areas: Even if people … Continue reading

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El Museo del Barrio New York

El Museo del Barrio is a museum located in the east Harlem neighborhood of Manhattan, New York. It is often referred to as the El Museo. It stands at the northern end of the Museum Mile, north of the Museum … Continue reading

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Chinatown Links Manhattan to Chinese Immigrants to New York

One of the must-see places in New York City is the Chinatown. This is home to the biggest enclave of Chinese people on the Western side of the globe. You can find this at the borough of Manhattan in NYC, … Continue reading

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Grand Central Station: Historic Hub of NYC Commuters

  Location: 100 East 42nd Street New York, NY 10017 Phone: (212) 340-2583 Nearby attractions: NY Library, Vanderbilt Hall, Chanin Building, Chrysler Building Grand Central Station is  one of the most beautiful stations in the US and it is recognized as the … Continue reading

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The Continental Rental Condos in Chelsea

Location: 885 Sixth Avenue, New York, NY 10001 Website: http://www.thecontinental.com Phone: (212) 695-3232 Average rent per month: $3,150 – $8,550 Unit number: 338 Stories: 53 Built in: 2011 Introducing the Continental Condos in Chelsea The Continental Condo Complex is located on Sixth Avenue, … Continue reading

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