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40+ new NYC developments hitting the market this spring

Spring is almost here, and that can only mean one thing: it's time to look at the many apartments—both rentals and condos—that will be hitting New York's real estate market in the next few months. Read on for all of the new apartment news.

by Amy Plitt, Zoe Rosenberg, and 2 Others
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Mapping 20 new developments rising along the High Line

In less than a decade, the elevated park has become NYC's most desirable stretch of land for developers

by Amy Plitt, Zoe Rosenberg, and 1 Other
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Brooklyn's 10 most expensive homes sold in 2016

These were the priciest properties that sold in Kings County last year

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NYC's 10 best-selling buildings of 2016, mapped

These developments—some high-profile, some low-key—saw the most closed sales last year

by Amy Plitt
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15 historic NYC sites to visit for Black History Month

These historic landmarks, homes, and parks celebrate and honor the immense, ineffable contributions that black Americans and people of African descent have made on the five boroughs.

by Ameena Walker
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20+ supertall skyscrapers reshaping NYC’s skyline

When it comes to new developments in New York City, the supertall tower is clearly king; there are 24 of these skyscrapers in the works or completed currently. Here's where you'll find 'em all.

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Map: NYC's affordable housing lotteries

Find information and details on how to apply for all of the affordable apartments currently available through New York City's lottery system.

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NYC museums with free admission on Inauguration Day

Many NYC museums have taken the extraordinary step of waiving admission fees on Friday, January 20, arguing that instead of closing to the public, they should serve as a reminder that art in America is diverse, tolerant, and available to all.

by Amy Plitt
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The 13 most beautiful museums in NYC

Design and art collide at these New York City cultural institutions

by Amy Plitt
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26 places in NYC you must visit right now

Curbed's editors have chosen 26 sites—cultural institutions, parks, neighborhoods, even houses—that you must see right now. Some are the latest and greatest things to hit the scene, while others are always worth a look, no matter the season.

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Mapping the NYC institutions shuttered by rising rents in 2016

These 14 businesses closed thanks to the capricious NYC real estate market

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NYC's 10 biggest preservation battles of 2016

The war to save New York is one that will never end, but every year there are battles won—and battles lost. Take a look back at some of the biggest preservation battles of 2016, some of which have been resolved and some of which are just beginning.

by Evan Bindelglass
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The hidden histories of 10 enduring NYC buildings

The one immutable truth about New York City is that it is always changing, but amid all this flux, some buildings endure—even if their original occupants have long since vanished. Here are 10 of the most fascinating.

by Jenna Scherer
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NYC's 20 most expensive homes that sold this year

With help from the folks at PropertyShark, we compiled a map of the 20 most expensive homes that sold in 2016. Read on for a peek at how the other half lives.

by Ameena Walker
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Brooklyn's 20 most expensive homes for sale

As real estate prices throughout New York City climb ever-higher, seeing homes in Brooklyn listed in the millions of dollars has become close to normal. While priced at far less than their Manhattan counterparts, these homes are still plenty pricey.

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Where to find 12 of NYC's festive holiday trees

Rockefeller Center's enormous Norway spruce is already lit, but it's far from the only evergreen game in town. Read on for a handy guide to the biggest and brightest holiday trees in the city.

by Jenna Scherer
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Behold, NYC's 20 oldest homes for sale right now

The oldest of the bunch, a Nolita townhouse, dates back to 1800, and they've counted Hollywood celebrities, famed authors, and old-school socialites among their residents.

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10 things to do on Black Friday that don't cost a penny

Skip the shopping frenzy and consider exploring these free alternatives around New York City without spending a dime.

by Ameena Walker
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NYC's 30 Most Expensive Homes For Sale

Despite word that prices in the city may be leveling out, there's no indication of that in the uppermost echelon of real estate. Here now, check out the 30 most expensive listings in NYC—they're just as ridiculously over-the-top as you might expect.

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10 New York City fixer-uppers on the market

For many, fixer-uppers may be the only option in New York's escalating real estate market. Here, we've highlighted ten properties in need of some major TLC that could be true gems.

by Zoe Rosenberg
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NYC's best ice skating rinks, mapped

The city's many outdoor rinks open to the public earlier and earlier every year, with the first few already welcoming skaters—here's your guide to the best rinks in NYC, from the tourist-beloved to the smaller outer-borough spots.

by Amy Plitt
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The most famous residents of New York City's cemeteries

New York's celebrity contingent doesn't just occupy swanky Upper East Side mansions and cool downtown lofts; if you head to the outer boroughs, you'll find a plethora of famous New Yorkers who have chosen the city as their home…for eternity.

by Amy Plitt and Jenna Scherer
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New York City's spookiest, most haunted places

In its more than 400-year history, New York City has seen its fair share of ghosts, goblins, and other creepy-crawlies—and no corner of the city is safe from paranormal activity. Read on for 25 of the most haunted spots in the city.

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17 buildings where buyers can still score major tax breaks thanks to 421-a

The program may have expired in January, but some buildings are still benefitting

by Evan Bindelglass
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Where to go apple and pumpkin picking near NYC

The temperature’s dropping, the leaves are turning, and a certain spiced latte is everywhere you turn, which means we’ve reached peak fall. Take advantage at these 10 spots for picking apples and pumpkins, all of which are day trippable from NYC.

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20 must-see sites during Open House New York 2016

It's here! The annual event opens up normally off-limits sites in all five boroughs, and these are 20 of the latest and greatest places to check out.

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50 starchitect-led projects that will transform NYC’s skyline

Starchitecture is alive and well in New York City—it seems like every week brings more buildings designed by big-name architects, or developments that will have a transformative effect on the city's skyline. Here are 50 of the biggest projects.

by Amy Plitt, Zoe Rosenberg, and 1 Other
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New York City's 20 tiniest parks, mapped

As some people don't think a 90-square-foot studio is a real apartment, a lot of people probably won't consider a 1/1000-acre sliver of land a park. But the Parks Department oversees tons of outdoor sites that are about the size of a micro unit.

by Jessica Dailey
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9 tiny starchitect-designed studios available in NYC

Living in a starchitect-designed building isn't solely the domain of the überwealthy—assuming, of course, that you don't mind cozy living quarters. Here are nine of the smallest studios in starchitects' buildings in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

by Amy Plitt
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The smallest NYC apartments for sale

Check out these itty-bitty studios, with none measuring over 300 square feet

by Amy Plitt
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See where the Labor Movement took shape in New York City

As we head into the long Labor Day weekend, it's a good time to take a look at why this coming Monday is a holiday in the first place. For a better understanding of the city's role in the labor movement, check out the map below.

by Amy Plitt
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Mapping the NYC filming locations of 'Mr. Robot'

You may not encounter E Corp ads or fsociety graffiti tags in the real world, but there are still plenty of IRL locales New Yorkers can visit to get a glimpse into Mr. Robot's gorgeous, paranoid hackerscape. (Beware: Spoilers ahead.)

by Jenna Scherer
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11 New York Beaches To Visit Labor Day Weekend

Summer is on its way out, but the temperature isn't relenting. What better way to cool off and celebrate the end of summer than by visiting one of NYC's public beaches?

by Tanay Warerkar
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Retracing the historic locations of the Battle of Brooklyn

Commemorate the 240th anniversary of the battle by visiting these locations

by Amy Plitt and Zoe Rosenberg
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10 secret subway tunnels in New York City

Just like the rest of New York City, our 112 year-old subway system consists of many layers, each of which provides a glimpse into a sliver of the city’s history. Here's a sampling of the city’s most intriguing abandoned tunnels and stations.

by Lauren Vespoli
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30+ developments transforming New Jersey's Hudson River waterfront

There is a veritable building boom in New Jersey right now, particularly the stretch along the waterfront between Fort Lee and Bayonne. Here, we've mapped more than 30 of those projects.

by Evan Bindelglass
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Mapping New York’s biggest, most outrageous megamansions

The practice of combining two or more properties into pricey, ridiculously huge Frankenhomes has plenty of rich proponents, from Madonna to former Mayor Bloomberg to Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich. Here are more than a dozen of the biggest.

by Matthew Marani and Curbed
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16 small towns near NYC you need to visit right now

Thanks to our fair city's location—close to New England, the Jersey Shore, Long Island's beaches, and the lovely towns along the Hudson River upstate—there's a bevy of charming towns you can visit the next time you need a break from NYC.

by Lilit Marcus
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Mapping New York's most expensive homes sold this year

These represent sales that closed between January and June of 2016, so expect things to change by the end of the year—who knows, maybe that $120 million Upper East Side co-op will find a buyer after all.

by Amy Plitt and Zoe Rosenberg
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