Sterling Cleveland - NYC Real Estate

08/09/2026

Hope you're having a great day so far. We're seeing real strength in this summer slowdown, Olshan counted 21 Manhattan luxury contracts at $4M and above from July 27 through August 2, led by the $15.65M Flatiron Building deal, even as the broader market moved through its norma August slowdown.

I am paying more attention to inventory than headlines right now because 5,760 active Manhattan listings tells me the shelf is getting thinner.

Actives being at that level (12.2% below last year), this quieter stretch can reward preparation, so revisit a home that has been sitting, tighten a launch price before fall competition returns, or rerun the numbers on a property that almost worked, then call me this week for a property specific game plan before September brings more eyes, more urgency, and less room to think.

05/23/2026

Our city heads into Memorial Day weekend with millions expected across the five boroughs as fleet events, parades, and waterfront gatherings return to Manhattan. Even with cooler weather in the forecast, New York remains active, and housing conversations are picking up as mortgage rates moved back above 6.5 percent this week.

I’m seeing more serious buyers quietly revisit listings that sat untouched earlier this spring, especially where sellers are becoming flexible before summer travel season. If you have been considering a move, investment purchase, or pricing adjustment, now is the time to review the numbers closely and move before competition tightens again.

My advice this weekend is simple: pay attention to where people are gathering, spending, and returning. Those patterns usually show up in the housing market faster than most expect.

You can review the full Memorial Day coverage and market information below.

https://staygenerator.com/parallel/new-york/nyc-summer-2026-memorial-day-july-4-sail4th

05/15/2026

Our city avoided a property tax increase this week after Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a balanced $124.7 billion budget that closed more than $12 billion in projected deficits through spending cuts, new revenue, and state support. For many New Yorkers already stretched by high mortgage rates and carrying costs, this removes one more layer of pressure from owning property in 2026.

I am already seeing buyers recheck neighborhoods they paused on earlier this year, especially where monthly costs now feel more predictable. If you have been sitting on a refinance idea, pricing adjustment, or off-market purchase strategy, this is the moment to move before summer inventory tightens further and confident buyers step back in aggressively.

07/06/2022

Governor’s Island, a great place to view summer sunsets and grab a bite to eat. Don’t wait until summer is over.

The island's bars and restaurants at Soissons Landing will be open later than ever.

07/06/2022

NYC's Aquarium has fully opened to the public after being being damaged by Hurricane Sandy in 2012.

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There's a grand reopening event today!

07/05/2022

Here’s a list of the 10 best apartment animals. Not sure if I agree with all of them, but the list is still worth checking out.

https://buff.ly/3agipH6

07/05/2022

Home Appreciation 101 in 3-Minutes.
https://buff.ly/3bjxWpB

07/05/2022

The secret to cleaning hardware floors.
https://buff.ly/3vi5hqz

07/04/2022

View tonight’s fireworks high above the city in clear view and open air. The Summit at One Vanderbilt still has availability.

https://buff.ly/3ujpCwE

07/04/2022

246 years this great nation claimed its freedom from England. Enjoy a fun and festive Independence Day!