Deeds and Leases

The stringent rules on refinancing is not so different from those on obtaining a new home loan. banks are still gun shy, and tend to overcompensate when underwriting new deals. Too loose when times are good, too tight when times are not so good. It has always been this way, and ultimately we have to [...]

In Boston someone has paid $300,000 for a single parking space in the elegant Back bay section. There was such demand that it sold for $50,000 over the asking price! Parking is always a passionate, emotional issue when buying an apartment. If Bronxville Terrace had one space per apartment, I would be a very rich [...]

This is truly a special property! Located on a quiet block deep in Huntwoods lies this special property infused with taste & charm. A delightful mix of 1920′s Mediterranean architecture & Santa Fe design it will delight your senses with a fabulous flow, sparkling light and elegant finishes. If you are looking for a truly [...]

It is time for Bronxville Terrace’s annual event – Spring Planting! Our Coop, located on Midland Avenue in Bronxville is known for its flower beds throughout the summer! For the past 19 years, Shirley Burkhardt, our flower impresario has designed a wonderful melange of colors for our gardens. If you are driving by please take [...]

It always pains me to bring up foreclosures, short sales etc. It is a reminder of the difficult economy we are in. But obviously you cannot put your head in the sand. Although foreclosure rates in Westchester County are quite low compared to the rest of the country, there are still many people hurting. Like [...]

I have come across this fascinating plat map extracted from an Atlas of the entire Westchester County from 1929. Park Lane is shown in the center of the map, with one building not yet completed (in blue). Immediately to the right in “Bailey Park” is the Bailey Mansion, of Barnum & Bailey fame. To the [...]

Loaded with pre-war charm! High ceilings, hardwood floors, moldings, archways, french doors and original glass cabinets in kitchen! Mint and spotlessly clean! Come see!

BRONXVILLE TERRACE OPEN HOUSE BONANZA! 1440 – 1468 – 1470 MIDLAND AVENUE, BRONXVILLE This Sunday May 17,  2:00 – 4:00 PM  Please Come and View 3 Two Bedroom  Apartments! Two Bedrooms 1,150 SF – 1,200 SF: $224k – $225k 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bath + Formal Dining 1,500 SF: $289k Upgrades just completed! http://www.bronxvilleterrace.com

So you hate your Coops’ managing agent?   If so, you are not alone! This is an all to common problem, and a lot of it stems from a lack of understanding and appreciation of what the agent does.   There are two types of managing agents in my opinion: the warm and fuzzy types [...]

May 7, 2009 Gerald McKinstry gmckinst@lohud.com A federal housing agency has rejected Westchester County’s fair housing plans, effectively cutting off millions in funding for municipalities, service providers and nonprofits, The Journal News has learned. By not approving the county’s five-year strategy to provide fair and affordable housing and its certification for this year, the Department [...]