Hello, read on for the new year real estate market recap, coming soon/off market sales/rental listings, and more. |
 Market Updates 2026 has a more positive predicted outlook than the previous years.
Supply of homes in Manhattan and Brooklyn have started to increase now that we are heading into the spring market in a few weeks and out of late winter. Manhattan supply typically ends in January at 1,296 homes for sale and 778 homes in contract and the actual numbers are coming closer to that than in previous years: demonstrating more demand and activity from buyers. The same is true for Brooklyn but at a slightly slower rate of supply increases, contracts being signed by buyers is also up more than they have been in the past few years for the month of January.
While this increase in activity is positive, seasonality is still impacting on the number of sellers and buyers who are actively participating in the market. The last few snowstorms are a splendid example of how winter puts a damper on the real estate world. Seasonality will wane though as temperatures get warmer toward spring allowing more home sales and purchases to occur.
Now what does this mean for you on a macro/ micro level?
For sellers- the time is now to strategize. If you want to get your home sold before spring ends, those preparations begin in late winter so that your home is placed on the market by early March at the latest. Combine this with correct pricing and marketing and you will give your home the best shot to be sold within a timely fashion and for the highest price. Incorrect pricing in this challenging market over the last few years is the worst mistake to make, with the numbers coming in that the average price discount a buyer received on an improperly priced home was 9% towards the end of 2025. Don't let this be you, serious buyers are out there for your home, but you must be realistic and ready to receive them.
For buyers- Your windows of opportunity continue and are now widening with the decrease in interest rates. Interest rates have been decreasing since Sept 2025 and are now stabilizing just above 6% and are expected to stay there for the foreseeable future. While a large influx of buyers is not expected from this, this year just like how a large influx of sellers is not expected, doesn't mean that no one will be out there competing with you. They will as the purchasing climate becomes increasingly favorable for them. Will you be one of those seizing that opportunity? Speak with me to see what winning in this market looks like for you.
A side bar for foreign buyers- in addition to all that was said above, the US dollar value has decreased by around 11% since January 2025 and depending on your currency exchange, has given US housing a price cut. It has since started to rebound a bit and stabilized at a 9% discount, making your window for a good deal a bit narrower. Explore this attractive option while you still can, let's talk. Link
What did you take away from this? Have any housing plans for this spring? Let's discuss!
Interest rates are currently at 6.10% according to Freddie Mac's US weekly avg. on
a 30-year fixed and display rates stabilizing as volatility has decreased. Click here.
Contract Numbers:
Manhattan had a total of 685 contracts signed. Brooklyn had a total of 370 contracts signed.
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Alana In The News  Check out the articles in the Press Section where I have been featured giving insight on using AI in real estate, when to break your lease before buying a home, and more! |
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| Off Market- Sales  | Sale- 3 bed House in Fresh Meadows.
Sale- 2 bed Condo in Battery Park City.
Sale - 4 bed Condo in UES.
Sale- 2 bed Condo in Bushwick.
Sale- 1 bed Coop in the UWS.
Sale- 3 Family in Sheepshead Bay
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Areas: Central Harlem Carnegie Hill Greenwich Village Kips Bay FiDi Flatiron Hells Kitchen UWS Midtown Hudson Heights
More available! Are you interested? Contact me to discuss. |
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 This month's spotlight is on Jamaica!
Jamaica Queens's Jamaica Ave corridor has seen a lot of new construction over the years and this year is now different. A new mixed income rental called Archer Towers II is coming in 2028 with construction starting this year.
The building will be 22 stories and have amenities and parking. Transit options include express trains, buses, LIRR rail and even transport to JFK.
Contact me to discuss. |
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 If you have been considering selling, this is a fantastic time to sit down with an agent
and discuss strategy.
Start by looking at the currently available inventory. If your apartment would stand
out in comparison to the competition, that's your sign to get it listed as soon as
possible.
Pricing it competitively will draw more buyers. Please feel free to reach out if you
have any questions or are considering the idea.
And remember, I am not just here to sell your home, I am here to help you reach
your goals.
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