● Lonicera Partners
Historic moment in Cobble Hill
Stribling Marketing Associates has announced the launch of sales at the eight-unit residential building located at 173 Amity Street in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn.
Developed by Lonicera Partners, the 1900-era four-story limestone building is less than a block from Court Street.
“173 Amity exemplifies the high demand for modern, yet historic residences in a superior Cobble Hill location,” said Demetrios P. Yatrakis of Lonicera Partners.
“We believe that prospective buyers are going to be very drawn to the culture and lifestyle of the neighborhood.”
Interior design is by PKSB Architects and features two homes per floor, each containing two- to three- bedrooms.
Living and dining areas have white ash hardwood floors and bay windows. One of the building’s residences on the top floor also includes a rooftop terrace.
“Discerning buyers are going to be drawn to not only the neighborhood and the expansive living spaces of the residences, but also the original, historic details of the building,” said Sean Murphy Turner of Stribling Marketing Associates, exclusive sales and marketing firm for the development.
Closings expected to commence late 2014. Homes range in price from about $1,725,000 to $2,245,000.
●JVL Property / Okada / Zion Enterprises
Hell’s Kitchen building now open
JVL Property Group, Okada Acquisitions and West Coast developer Zion Enterprises announced the launch of sales at 432 West 52nd Street (432 W52), a 55-unit, seven-story residential conversion in Hell’s Kitchen.
“We’re confident that we’re providing buyers with a tangible product that offers sophisticated and instantaneous living in the heart of New York City and 432 W52 offers just that,” said Victor Lee, of JVL Property Group.
“We believe potential buyers will recognize the value of ownership here, as they will be enveloped in the most modern designs and amenity spaces while also being an integral part of a culturally diverse area with great entertainment, cultural institutions, shopping, restaurants and NYC’s most iconic destinations including Columbus Circle and Central Park.”
432 W52 offers studios, one- and two-bedroom homes, as well as duplex garden residences ranging from 432 s/f to 1,488 s/f. The garden collection of four multi-level homes offers buyers expansive outdoor space.
Exclusively represented by Stribling Marketing Associates, pricing at 432 W52 ranges from $600,000 for a studio and goes up to $2.395 million for a duplex garden home.
“We anticipate that sales will move swiftly as there are no other comparables in Hell’s Kitchen offering immediate occupancy with superb amenities and at an unprecedented value,” said Jaclyn Boulan of Stribling Marketing Associates.
●Adam America / Horizon
Sterling achievement in Crown Heights
Adam America Real Estate (AARE) and the Horizon Group announced that 500 Sterling, at 500 Sterling Place in Crown Heights, is now more than 75 percent leased.
The new seven-story, 77-unit rental property is comprised of studios, one- and two-bedroom homes and features a suite of amenities.
“Leasing velocity at 500 Sterling is extraordinary and we are expecting momentum to continue as we head into the fall,” said Brendan Aguayo, senior vice president and managing director of Halstead Property Development Marketing (HPDM), the property’s exclusive marketing and leasing agent.
“The impressive pace of leasing is a testament to Adam America and Horizon Group’s fantastic product in a neighborhood that continues to draw new residents from other parts of Brooklyn, Manhattan and New York City as a whole.”
Every unit at 500 Sterling, including studios, has a washer/dryer. Kitchens are finished with limed oak wall cabinetry.
The rooftop includes a misting wall, outdoor movie projector, lounging area and barbecuing stations.
There is also a package room, private and bicycle storage, a gym, parking and live-in superintendent. Almost every unit has private outdoor space.
Prices range from $2,122 to $3,194.
● Bluejay Group
Renters flock to Bluejay building
New Crown Heights rental, 341EPW, is 65 percent leased after launching in mid-July with aptsandlofts.com.
The eight-story building, developed by BlueJay Management, is located at 341 Eastern Parkway at the corner of two prominent Brooklyn thoroughfares, Eastern Parkway and Franklin Avenue.
The white brick façade, designed by the Meshberg Group, is accented by stone arches and decorative cornices. Modern interiors feature clean lines, high ceilings, large windows and upscale finishes.
“The reaction from renters at 341EPW features exceeded our expectations, and reinforces the fact that there is a pent-up demand for fresh housing options in Crown Heights,” said Marc Jacobowitz of Bluejay Management.
“We’re pleased that our goal of creating a thoughtfully designed property that enhances this iconic thoroughfare has become a reality.”
341EPW includes 63 homes ranging from studio, one- and two-bedrooms; select apartments include a private terrace.
For remaining units, pricing begins at $2,200 for a studio, $2,700 for a one-bedroom and $3,400 for a two-bedroom apartment. Additionally, penthouse duplexes begin at $3,800.
“Originally planned as a condominium, 341EPW has an elevated finishes package that customers have really gravitated toward, creating continued strong demand,” said David Maundrell, founder and president of aptsandlofts.com.
● Byron Place Associates
Larchmont gets new condo
Douglas Elliman Development Marketing has been selected to exclusively handle the sales and marketing for Larchmont’s first new construction luxury condominium in 25 years, The Cambium.
Located at 10 Byron Place, right in the center of town, the eight-story luxury residence will have 149 homes.
Gabe Pasquale, executive vice president of Elliman’s Westchester brokerage, will be leading the sales effort, along with Susan Joyce and Deborah Fugazy of Douglas Elliman’s Scarsdale office.
Developed by Byron Place Associates, Ceres Realty Group is managing the development.
The Cambium will offer one- and two-bedroom residences and a collection of penthouses on eight residential floors.
“As our Westchester brokerage continues to expand, the addition of The Cambium to our portfolio of new development properties is the perfect compliment to our efforts in being where our clients want to live,” said Susan de França, president and CEO of Douglas Elliman Development Marketing.
“In a town with high demand and little inventory, including so little new construction, The Cambium really resonates with people looking for luxury living in Larchmont,” said John Myers, principal of Ceres Realty Group.
Pricing is from the $600,000’s. Occupancy is anticipated for fall 2015.
● Ekstein Development / L+M
Rental option on Jackson Ave.
Co-developers Ekstein Development and L+M Development Partners Inc. announced that 26-14 Jackson Avenue, a 98-unit rental building in t Long Island City (LIC), is 50 percent leased one month after opening its doors.
The building includes studios, one- and two-bedroom homes, some with private terrace spaces.
“As pricing for rentals along Brooklyn’s Williamsburg and Greenpoint waterfronts continue to rise, developments like 26-14 Jackson become intriguing options for renters looking towards Queens, specifically LIC, as an alternative,” said Andrew Barrocas, CEO of MNS, whose firm is exclusively handling leasing and marketing for the building.
Prospective renters are investing time to educate themselves on the area, and MNS’ agents are seeing more and more people come to Queens, walking around and exploring different neighborhoods for themselves.”
Located on the corner of Jackson Avenue and Purves Street in LIC, 26-14 Jackson Avenue also includes 20 affordable units that previously have been leased in addition to the 78 market rate units.
Pricing ranges from $1,984 per month for a studio and goes up to $4,846 per month for a two-bedroom home.
