News Summary
New York City’s real estate market remains active with key transactions. Atelier has signed a lease at 200 Varick St. in Manhattan. Meanwhile, Solomon Landau sold an office building in Brooklyn for $16.5 million. BFC Partners received a $36.9 million loan for a property at 235 Central Park N. GoodSpace has opened an office at 100 Crosby St. as commercial leasing continues to thrive. Additionally, Hartz Mountain launched luxury rentals at The Reserve at Estuary in Weehawken, showcasing the city’s resilience in real estate.
New York City – Recent notable real estate transactions and developments in New York City highlight ongoing activity in the market, reflecting a mix of residential and commercial properties that are gaining traction across Manhattan and Brooklyn.
Architecture firm Atelier has signed a seven-year lease for a significant 5,100 square feet at 200 Varick St. in Manhattan. The lease was facilitated by GFP Real Estate, with brokers Jeffrey Gural and Rhonda Singer representing the landlord.
In another transaction, Solomon Landau successfully sold an office building situated at 646 Parkside Ave. in Brooklyn for $16.5 million to buyer Mordechai Adler.
BFC Partners has secured substantial financing, receiving a $36.9 million loan from Lument for its rental property located at 235 Central Park N. in Manhattan. This financial support underscores the ongoing interest in New York’s residential real estate sector.
GoodSpace, a boutique real estate agency, has opened its inaugural office at 100 Crosby St. in Manhattan, occupying 1,957 square feet. The building is also home to E.S. Windows NY, which has extended its lease for 1,949 square feet for another five years.
High-value transactions continue in Brooklyn with Tavros Capital and Charney Cos. acquiring a prominent Gowanus lot located at 225 Third St. for a noteworthy $164 million from RFR Holding.
Hartz Mountain Industries has launched leasing at its new luxury rental development known as The Reserve at Estuary, situated at 1525 Harbor Blvd. in Weehawken. This upscale properties feature 218 residences equipped with luxury amenities such as a resort-style swimming pool, fitness center, and high-end finishes. Rental prices are competitive, starting at $3,300/month for studios and rising to $4,785/month for two-bedroom apartments. Additionally, the development includes 200 parking spaces and is professionally managed by Greystar.
The site of The Reserve at Estuary offers convenient transport access, with nearby connections to the New York Waterway ferry service, which facilitates direct routes to Hudson Yards and Midtown Manhattan. Additional transport options include NJ Transit and the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail.
In the commercial sector, Pearson VUE has signed a 10-year lease for 11,716 square feet at 255 Greenwich St., facilitated by brokers Adam Rappaport, Brett Greenberg, and Mike McKenna. Meanwhile, The Little Spoon, a baby and kids’ food firm, has secured a five-year lease for 4,300 square feet at the same Crosby St. location. Additionally, Officina Profumo Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella is set to open a showroom and office at 100 Crosby St., leasing 2,827 square feet.
In a further development, Nelson Management has successfully amended a project loan for a Mitchell Lama building at 950-955 Evergreen Ave. in the Bronx, receiving financial assistance to the tune of $14.7 million from the New York City Housing Development Corp..
The real estate sector is also witnessing funding activity, with Charney Cos. acquiring $27.6 million in gap funding for a vacant lot development at 175-225 Third St. in Brooklyn.
Lastly, Andrew Cuomo’s political action committee, Fix the City, has raised $1.7 million, bringing its total campaign contributions to $8.7 million in anticipation of the upcoming mayoral primary election slated for June 24.
This collection of leases, sales, and financing transactions reflect a resilient and dynamic real estate market in New York City, attracting a diverse array of businesses and developments.
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- Crain’s New York: NYC Deals of the Day – May 15, 2025
- Wikipedia: Real Estate in New York City
- Yield Pro: The Reserve at Estuary
- Google Search: New York City real estate news
- Crain’s New York: NYC Deals of the Day – May 12, 2025
- Google Scholar: New York real estate
- Crain’s New York: NYC Deals of the Day – April 24, 2025
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Real Estate
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