Past Famous New Yorkers on the Upper West Side
Many famous New Yorkers of yesteryear lived on the Upper West Side. And many of them lived in the same buildings!
The list of past famous people on the Upper West Side is long. But I’ve selected the historical Upper West Siders I find most interesting, and I hope you do too.
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Upper West Side Real Estate Lawyer: Paul R. Kenney, LLC
The Grand Gems of the UWS
When we mean “grand,” we mean grand, like in “magnificent,” “opulent,” and “architecturally riveting.” And we have plenty of them on the Upper West Side. In fact, there’s quite a collection of apartment houses with some of the most ornate exteriors that just walking the UWS neighborhood is such a pleasurable and inexpensive activity. It’s because of these buildings, their architectural brilliance, quirky details, and over the top opulence, that the UWS has earned its reputation as a unique and eternally interesting neighborhood.
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Riverside Drive
Riverside Drive is New York City’s most scenic street. As one of the Upper West Side’s main roads, it parallels the West Side Highway and offers panoramic views to the Hudson River. From brownstones to limestone townhouses and beaux arts pre-war buildings, the street is rich in both its architecture and history. Read below to discover what makes this NYC landmark a must-see for both locals and visitors alike!
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Selecting Your NYC Real Estate Attorney
This is the biggest transaction of your life – the purchase or sale of your home — whether it be condo, townhouse, co-op, whatever. You may be feeling a combination of anxiety and excitement at the prospect. You’ve finally found your dream home, or sold your existing home to downsize, relocate or retire to a distant island. The purchase offers have been made, details about what’s included in the sale, be it the washer and dryer, or ceiling fans, have been figured out; inspections are completed. It’s time to “go to contract.”
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Upper West Side Real Estate Agents – Why You Need a Specialist
For your next move: Find Upper West Side real estate agents who specialize in the neighborhood.
My quest is to help my clients, but also to inform and educate. And, for this blog, I want to address the issue of choosing your next Upper West Side real estate agent. Plan to do your homework, get a few names from friends, sure, but also consider visiting a few of them before signing any kind of exclusive contract. Here’s why.
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