Lorna Leibowitz Real Estate

06/03/2026

Do you know anyone who would love to buy David Bowie's former home?

They (or you!) can check out this exciting new listing in the link in my bio.

06/01/2026

1. Are you pre-qualified for a mortgage?
If not, I have just the right person to recommend to you!

2. What are your must-haves?
"I have to have a view of the river or the park"
"I like quiet and I want to face the courtyard"
"After living with only 2.5 bathrooms, I simply must have 3 now"

3. Are you willing to explore a different neighborhood to find your dream home at a better price?

4. What value does a broker bring?
How much experience do they have? Have they sold in this area before? Do they have connections to designers, contractors, and/or inspectors who can help me determine what additional costs I should expect?

5. Plan for a successful purchase and possible resale.
Think about how long you'll expect to live in your new home. That will help determine expectations in terms of any planned upgrades, especially for resale

05/25/2026

Wishing everyone a reflective and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

05/22/2026

I swim to stay happy, healthy, and to fight cancer. I'm participating in the American Cancer Society's 5K swim this month to raise funds for cancer research. You can donate here —> https://www.facebook.com/donate/1650869939288159

05/21/2026

My bittersweet moment at 100 UN Plaza. Contract is signed and we're preparing to transfer ownership to the happy buyer. I'm starting to remove the staging items that helped sell the apartment for a price that made my sellers very happy.

Now onto selling 160 Central Park South, Unit 915 (aka David Bowie's former home at the Essex House). Click the link in bio for more info.

05/06/2026

When I got the listing for 100 United Nations Plaza , the apartment had completely gone to seed. The sellers had no budget to make any fixes. I took on decorating myself: zhuzhing up the place through flea market and Homesense finds, coordinating with the sellers and building staff to make it functional, and repurposing items from the sellers' estate.

Was it hectic? Yes. Was it stressful? Sometimes. Was it worth it? Well...we're in contract and the sellers and delighted with the results 😎

05/04/2026

One of the reasons I love NY -- The Macy's Flower Show is an irresistible event and a sure harbinger of spring! No matter the weather outside

02/19/2026

Check this out! - close to and easy access to and all points east! Call or text me to see it today 9179925350

09/04/2025

Taylor Swift is influencing real estate policy. Not just playlist trends or ticket sales—but the way cities define luxury, the design choices high-net-worth buyers make, and even the proposed taxes on second homes.

They’re calling it Swiftonomics—and it’s increasingly real in New York City:

In my latest piece, I explore how Swiftonomics reveals something deeper about Manhattan’s evolving luxury market: Prestige is no longer just about the address—it’s about the story behind it.

As part of Sotheby’s International Realty, I’m fortunate to witness these shifts up close—where global culture, lifestyle branding, and market forces converge to reshape what defines true luxury.

Read the full post: “Swiftonomics: The Evolution of Luxury Real Estate in NYC” https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/swiftonomics-evolution-luxury-real-estate-new-york-city-leibowitz-6dple

Would love to hear your thoughts.

By Lorna Leibowitz | Manhattan Luxury Market Insights | Sotheby's International Realty The luxury real estate market in New York City is evolving—and Taylor Swift’s cultural and economic influence, known as “Swiftonomics,” offers a distinct window into this transformation. Swift’s impact g...

08/30/2025

Psychology often throws curveballs our way. Like this one – people over 70 who enjoy solitude are some of the happiest folks out there. Yes, you heard that right. While you might think loneliness and old age is a recipe for gloom, it’s quite the opposite. In this piece, we delve into why our eld...