Throughout the month of June 2019, BARNES New York organized several conferences in New York, London, Paris, Geneva, Cannes, and Saint-Tropez. We would like to thank all the participants as well as all those who contributed to these events. A real success with more than 250 people registered, we hope that these conferences were at […]
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Buying high-end real estate in Turtle Bay
If you’re imagining an idyllic enclave full of rare species near open water, you wouldn’t be completely wrong. Located on the shores of the East River in the center of Manhattan’s skyscrapers, the Turtle Bay neighborhood welcomes a cosmopolite crowd, those with high-purchasing power and those looking for a steal in New York City. Unsuspecting […]
Buy a prestige property on the Upper East Side
This storied neighborhood in Manhattan, NYC, is known for its historical heritage and classic charm as much as its coveted unobstructed views of the Park. Its tranquil streets are lined with refined architecture and prestigious residential buildings fronted by spiffy doormen, eagerly awaiting the arrival of the privileged homeowners of the Upper East Side. Live […]
Settle down in NoMad, Manhattan
Not to be confused with nomad, a wandering traveler. But if you must, wander into the charming and historic neighborhood of NoMad in Manhattan. Located north of Madison Square Park (NOrth of MADison), surrounded by the popular Flatiron District, Chelsea, Murray Hill and Rose Hill, this frequently overlooked neighborhood is a tiny gem hidden in […]
Making a home: The other side of the Flatiron District
To live in the Flatiron District is to live in a rare environment, with a sense of security, safety, and community in the big city. With big-name neighbors – like Greenwich Village, Chelsea, NoMad, and Gramercy Park – it was destined to succeed. That’s why those looking to buy a residence in Manhattan head first […]
Find the Brooklyn neighborhood that’s right for you
Whether you are new to New York or a longtime resident, searching for the best neighborhood to live in in Brooklyn is both an exciting and demanding exercise. With a more relaxed pace of life than Manhattan, thanks to its many parks, greater security, and a general feeling of calm, Brooklyn is very popular with […]
Buy an apartment in New York without paying any charges or property taxes for 10 years? It’s possible !
Moving to New York is a life project that can be as exciting as it can be scary at times. Being accompanied by a real estate expert is a real guarantee of success. This is the reason why BARNES is always very attentive to the opportunities that the New York market may offer to its […]
An integrated international network for tailor-made solutions
An interview with Christophe Bourreau, director of Barnes New York. A leader in international luxury real estate, BARNES has been supporting its clients in Florida since 2002. I joined BARNES in 2008 with the aim of promoting the American market in France. In June 2009, I became Director of BARNES office in Miami, a leading […]
News from the L Line, the major transit route between Manhattan and Brooklyn
Nearly a quarter of a million New Yorkers had feared for years the complete shutdown of the infamous “L Train”, which was long overdue. This subway line, which carries passengers through a tunnel between Manhattan and Brooklyn, is a strategic line for New Yorkers. After extensive damage from Hurricane Sandy, the city announced the closure […]
“Pied-à-terre Tax” canceled, new changes to Mansion and Transfer Taxes: what you need to know
In order to complete its 2019 budget, and after the stir caused by the record sale of the most expensive apartment in the history of the country, the state of New York had in mind in recent months the idea to create a tax “Pied-à-terre Tax”on luxury secondary residences. After heated debates, the city’s real […]