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Memorial Day Events in NYC

Posted on May 24, 2013 by TrueGotham Blog

What is Memorial Day? Memorial Day (originally called Decoration Day) is a day of remembrance for those who have died in service to the United States. Officially, Memorial Day is on May 30 but it is traditionally observed on the … Continue reading →

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The Cloisters Museum and Gardens

Posted on May 15, 2013 by TrueGotham Blog

The Cloisters Museum is in Fort Tryon Park in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City. The building is a branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and was constructed in the 1930s. It resembles the architectural characteristics of … Continue reading →

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East Village Walking Tour

Posted on May 12, 2013 by TrueGotham Blog

Whether you’re a fan of punk rock or want to know more about the Lower East Side’s immigrant history, the East Village Walking Tour provides lots of insight into the history and culture of this interesting and diverse neighborhood of … Continue reading →

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Looking for a Castle to Call Home?

Posted on May 10, 2013 by TrueGotham Blog

What would you say about spending your days in a castle, just like in a fairy tale? Well, that’s now possible in Germany. The country features a very long history and its numerous principalities left more than 5,000 castles. Every … Continue reading →

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Frieze New York (May 10th -13th)

Posted on May 8, 2013 by TrueGotham Blog

The Frieze New York event had their debut in 2012. And this year, it will happen on May 10 to 13, 2013. It presents the most forward-thinking galleries from all over the world. It brings international focus to the dynamic … Continue reading →

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NYC Apartment Vacancy Rates Drop to Record Lows

Posted on May 5, 2013 by TrueGotham Blog

The apartment vacancy rate across the U.S. reached its lowest point in over 10 years, and a constant stagnant increase of the income for US employees has affected the capacity of proprietors to augment rents. During the last five years, … Continue reading →

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Top New Construction Rental Buildings in Manhattan

Posted on April 27, 2013 by TrueGotham Blog

In the past several years, the construction boom in New York City has brought with it a wealth of luxury rental buildings.  These buildings feature upscale amenities, a variety of services, and innovative design.  Here’s a look at the top … Continue reading →

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Grand Central Station: Historic Hub of NYC Commuters

Posted on April 23, 2013 by TrueGotham Blog

  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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Columbus Square Luxury Apartments in Manhattan

Posted on April 16, 2013 by TrueGotham Blog

Photo taken from Flickr creative commons http://www.flickr.com/photos/ylraw/4557115039/ Columbus Square is in a collection of 5 luxury apartment buildings located in Manhattan. The apartments come with 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms and they provide easy access to some of the neighborhood’s main … Continue reading →

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Manhattan Rents on the Way to Stabilizing

Posted on April 10, 2013 by TrueGotham Blog

Manhattan renters always had the bragging rights since they know the rents are always increasing and it is indeed a privilege to live there. But they might want to give up some of these since the new report shows that … Continue reading →

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