Manhattan Market Intelligence

What the Fed’s Pause Means for NYC Real Estate Right Now   This week, the Federal Reserve chose to hold interest rates steady  rather than move forward with another cut. While that decision plays out nationally, its meaning is more nuanced in New York City, a market where a large share of transactions are all-cash and financing works differently than in most parts of the country.   At the same time, new data shows mortgage demand slipping and refinancing activity slowing as r

What to Expect from the NYC Spring 2026 Market: More Listings, More Buyers, More Competition   Spring has always been New York City’s most active real estate season, and most buyers and sellers already know that. But what’s shaping up for this coming spring looks meaningfully different from what we’ve seen in recent years.   The city is likely heading into a busier-than-normal spring market , fueled by rising inventory, returning buyer demand, and renewed confidence. While mo

All-Cash Deals Hit a Record High in NYC: What It Means for Buyers and Sellers   A growing share of New York City home sales in 2025 were completed without financing, and according to recent reporting, all-cash transactions reached a record high  for the year. While this trend is especially pronounced at the luxury end of the market, it’s increasingly shaping negotiations, pricing strategies, and expectations across all price points.   In a city where co-op rules, jumbo loan r

Q4 2025 Manhattan Market Report: A Strong Finish to the Year   As 2025 came to a close, Manhattan’s residential real estate market delivered a notably strong fourth quarter, particularly at the high end. Sales climbed to their highest level since 2022, signaling a clear turning point after a period of recalibration. With New York City’s economy outperforming the nation over the past two years — and expected to do so again in 2026 — the backdrop for renewed confidence was firm