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In-Depth New York Times Profile Cites Hudson Valley Hamlet's 'Feel-Good' Spirit In-Depth New York Times Profile Cites Hudson Valley Hamlet's 'Feel-Good' Spirit
In-Depth New York Times Profile Cites Hudson Valley Hamlet's 'Feel-Good' Spirit A new in-depth report from The New York Times has described the "feel-good" spirit of a Hudson Valley municipality that has seen a population increase over the past few years. The news outlet reported that the Ulster County hamlet of Highland has received a population boost during the COVID-19 pandemic as New Yorkers moved out of New York City seeking more space. The profile shares a variety of insights into the price of homes, the schools, and the history of the hamlet.  The Times also spoke with residents and people who work in Highland. "You have the beautiful views, the fantastic…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Waterfront Fairfield County Home Listed For Sale At $10M Waterfront Fairfield County Home Listed For Sale At $10M
Waterfront Fairfield County Home Listed For Sale At $10M If you're in the market for a home with waterfront views, a new Fairfield County listing may catch your eye. The 9,356 square-foot home, located on one-and-a-half acres at 11 Meadow Road in Greenwich, was listed for sale for $10 million. The home has a private dock, a deck, balconies, and a two-bedroom apartment with a kitchen, according to Coldwell Banker Realty. The house also has five bedrooms and six bathrooms, along with a library, a family room, and a five-car garage. Read more about the property here.

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by Nicole Valinote
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These Hudson Valley Counties Were Most Popular Among NYCers Who Moved In 2021, Survey Reveals These Hudson Valley Counties Were Most Popular Among NYCers Who Moved In 2021, Survey Reveals
These Hudson Valley Counties Were Most Popular Among NYCers Who Moved In 2021, Survey Reveals The Hudson Valley was the most popular destination among New York City residents who moved last year, according to a brand-new report. The findings come from NYC-based Piece of Cake Moving and Storage's 35,000 moves it performed in 2021. "The Upper Hudson Valley was the hottest region in the tristate area," the report said, noting that trend was especially evident per percentage by population in Ulster, Dutchess, Orange, and Rockland counties. "Outside NYC, the New York county that the most people moved to was Westchester County, surpassing moves to the significantly la…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Actor Richard Gere's New North Salem Estate Was Built For Retail Heir Actor Richard Gere's New North Salem Estate Was Built For Retail Heir
Actor Richard Gere's New North Salem Estate Was Built For Retail Heir With his longtime Northern Westchester estate now on the market, details have emerged on the newly-purchased mansion actor Richard Gere has settled into in a neighboring town. The 72-year-old Gere listed his Pound Ridge residence for $28 million, and moved to the estate in North Salem, according to a late-January report from Dirt, which covers the luxury real estate. The move to the $9.98 million, 35-acre, red-brick, seven-bedroom, nine-bathroom North Salem estate was described as a "downsizing" by the Daily Mail, which published a gallery of 17 photos of the new digs. The home was bu…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Assets Of Late Broadway Legend Who Lived In CT Valued At $75M Assets Of Late Broadway Legend Who Lived In CT Valued At $75M
Assets Of Late Broadway Legend Who Lived In CT Valued At $75M Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim's Connecticut estate is estimated to be worth about $75 million, according to a new report. The New York Post said that court documents show the estimated value of the estate, which includes the late composer's personal effects and rights to his music. Sondheim died on Friday, Nov. 26, at the age of 91 at his home in the Litchfield County town of Roxbury. During his career, Sondheim worked as a composer and lyricist for many Broadway musicals, including "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" and "Into The Woods." The NY Post said Sondheim left hi…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Richard Gere Moves From One Northern Westchester Town To Another, Report Says Richard Gere Moves From One Northern Westchester Town To Another, Report Says
Richard Gere Moves From One Northern Westchester Town To Another, Report Says Movie star Richard Gere has listed his Northern Westchester home for tens of millions of dollars and moved to another mansion in a neighboring town, according to a new report. Gere listed his property in Pound Ridge for $28 million, and moved to the estate in North Salem, according to a report on Thursday, Jan. 20, from Dirt, a news outlet that focuses on luxury real estate. The Pound Ridge home is 11,658 square feet, with eight bedrooms and nine full bathrooms, according to the report.  The 72-year-old actor, known for roles in films including "Pretty Woman" and "Runaway Bride," made…

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by Nicole Valinote
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'Timeless' Montauk Beach House Hits Market At $20.5M 'Timeless' Montauk Beach House Hits Market At $20.5M
'Timeless' Montauk Beach House Hits Market At $20.5M It’s a lucky day for anyone with $20 million burning a hole in their pocket who happens to be in the market for a beach house on the East End of the Hamptons. A “timeless beach house” with nearly 100 feet of direct ocean access in Montauk has been put up for sale with a $20.5 million price tag, according to realtor Compass. The 2,300-square-foot residence includes four bedrooms, four and one-half bathrooms, and is located minutes away from town shops, dining, and amenities, listing agent Chris Coleman stated. Inside the home is a “spacious” living room with a fireplace, double sliding door…

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by Zak Failla
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Cardi B Building Sprawling Mansion In Northern NJ -- But She Calls It NYC (Photos) Cardi B Building Sprawling Mansion In Northern NJ -- But She Calls It NYC (Photos)
Cardi B Building Sprawling Mansion In Northern NJ -- But She Calls It NYC (Photos) Cardi B announced she's in the process of building a New York City home. But what she apparently meant was New Jersey. "These days I don’t just live one place, I’m everywhere due to my work. One thing for sure I needed a home in my home city of NY!" the rapper wrote.  "I’m soo proud of myself. I work so hard for my children to be comfortable everywhere they are regardless of work. Me and my husband have always dreamed of having a crib in NY, and we have decided to add to our portfolio of homes, along with Atlanta and LA." The sprawling Bergen County home, in Tenafly, sold fo…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Estate Overlooking Hudson River Hits Market At $45,000,000 Estate Overlooking Hudson River Hits Market At $45,000,000
Estate Overlooking Hudson River Hits Market At $45,000,000 A massive estate overlooking the Hudson River has hit the market and can be had for anyone with nearly $50 million burning a hole in their pocket. In Dutchess County, the estate at 46 Ledgerock Lane in Hyde Park has been listed for $45 million by Corcoran Country Living, though annual taxes will cost nearly $80,000, according to the realtors looking to sell the property. 46 Ledgerock Lane in Hyde Park is for sale for $45 millionCorcoran Country Living The sellers noted that current setback laws require homes on riverfront parcels to now be built at least 100 feet from the river, making …

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by Zak Failla
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Hamptons Estate Hits Market For $78,000,000 Hamptons Estate Hits Market For $78,000,000
Hamptons Estate Hits Market For $78,000,000 Real estate mavens with a cool $78 million burning a hole in their pockets can be the proud owner of a Long Island estate that has hit the market in the Hamptons. In Southampton, the oceanfront estate at 1080 and 1100 Meadow Lane is on the market for anyone interested in bolstering their real estate portfolio in an impressive fashion. The property, originally built in 1994, includes 14 bedrooms, 14 full bathrooms, and five half baths on a 9.40-acre lot. “This singular Southampton property on Meadow Lane offers over eight acres 500+ ft. of direct oceanfront across two separate lots, in add…

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by Zak Failla
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Emergency Meeting Called Over Proposed New Canaan Apartment Complex Emergency Meeting Called Over Proposed New Canaan Apartment Complex
Emergency Meeting Called Over Proposed New Canaan Apartment Complex Some residents are rallying in opposition to a proposed apartment complex in a residential area that sits on a stretch of wetlands in Fairfield County. In New Canaan, an emergency neighborhood meeting and call to action have been set for Halloween afternoon regarding a proposed four-story, 101-unit apartment complex that could be built at the intersection of Hill Street and Urban Street off of Brushy Ridge Road. The meeting is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 31 in the backyard of 211 Brushy Ridge Road. According to the organizer, the meeting is set to discuss the plans of developer …

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by Zak Failla
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Underground Home Goes On Sale In New England Underground Home Goes On Sale In New England
Underground Home Goes On Sale In New England A unique New England home has gone on the market for those looking for a space that's a bit more down to earth. Literally. The "earth-sheltered" terra dome house, located in Princeton, Massachusetts, in Worcester County, was listed at a price of $640,000. The house has three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, and is energy efficient, according to the realtor.  The home has "natural cooling in the summer, and the massive earthen berms insulating during the colder months," the realtor said. The house is located at 166 Wheeler Road in Princeton.  Learn more about the hous…

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by Nicole Valinote