We hear about it on the streets of New York City over and over again. Charming, even attractive, the Lower East Side – the LES for the 73,960 people who already live there (2018 figures) – emerged from a difficult past and a mixed reputation, thanks to rapid gentrification in the 2000s. With a cultural […]
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Neighborhoods north of New York, where the French live
The French and Francophone population of New York has always had a soft spot for the north of the region. Perhaps thanks to the less stressful and better quality of life, to the exorbitant prices of housing in Manhattan, or to the international schools in the region. Be that as it may, tens of thousands […]
Properties and prices of real estate in Northern New York
Whether for budget reasons or for wanting to live in a less stressful and greener setting than Manhattan, everyone has a good reason to want to buy a property in Northern New York, especially in Westchester County. What types of property can you buy in cities such as Rye, Larchmont, Mamaroneck or Irvington? And at […]
Six Senses, BARNES, New York and Crans-Montana…
Elected for the second year as the best hotel group in the world, discover the future and first establishment of Six Senses in the United States, within the New York condominium under construction, the XI. And take advantage of BARNES ‘partnership with their Crans-Montana site, in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Now renowned for […]
Living in Hell’s Kitchen
The heart of New York City is… to the west. Specifically in Midtown, between 34th and 59th Streets, 8th Avenue and the Hudson River. The heart of New York City is Hell’s Kitchen. Convivial, culturally bubbling, full of history and authenticity, this neighborhood embodies the very essence of New York. Hell’s Kitchen has such a […]
Living in NoLiTa
If there is a New York neighborhood that deserves to be talked about, this is it. NoLiTa (North of Little Italy, for those who have just arrived) is a Manhattan village that wonderfully marries originality, chic, charm and authenticity both in the beautiful facades of typical brownstones and in its way of life. A life […]
Long Island City: New York’s artistic niche
Long Island City (LIC), a neighborhood in Queens, New York, has been gaining more and more popularity in recent years. Located on the edge of the East River, opposite the United Nations Headquarters (Murray Hill), it is obvious that Long Island City offers breathtaking views of Manhattan. Composed of buildings, townhouses, and many green spaces, […]
Dumbo, one of New York’s most desirable neighborhoods, continues to grow
As Dumbo, a hip and rather expensive Brooklyn neighborhood, prepares to welcome a new wave of condos, rental buildings and offices, BARNES New York gives you a quick overview. New York is used to reinventing its neighborhoods; but the changes already made over the past 5 years, and underway in Dumbo, have propelled the neighborhood […]
How to choose a real estate agent in New York?
It’s decided, New York City will be your next living destination. Congratulations! All you have to do is find the house of your dreams in NYC. But here, between the choice of neighborhoods, type of property, meanders and specificity of the real estate system of Big Apple, the best solution to not be lost is […]
Rent an apartment in Brooklyn
Finding an apartment for rent in Brooklyn can be very easy, although one needs to know the good neighborhoods, those where you can still do good business and even find the gold nugget, and learn about the rental property market. Here are some tips for making the right choice and being a successful renter. Find […]