News: Brokerage

Sternhell and Vanderpool of Cignature broker $7.04 million sale; Reps buyer: Heritage Realty / seller: Haven Holding

Cignature Realty Associates arranged the $7.04 million sale of a five-story, walk-up apartment building in Washington Heights, across from Columbia University's Medical Center dormitories to Heritage Realty Services, a Manhattan-boutique real estate management/investment company. The 21,735 s/f property located at 718 West 171st St., contains 22 apartments. The building is located at the southeast corner of Haven Ave. and 171st St., in a "thriving neighborhood close to subway stations and bus stops," according to Peter Vanderpool, president of Cignature Realty. "Washington Heights has become a hot market for apartment property owners and investors in recent years," said Vanderpool. "Its appeal is based on the steady migration of New Yorkers seeking affordable rents, easy commutes to work and a neighborhood with excellent retail and restaurant options." Cignature Realty's Lazer Sternhell and Vanderpool represented the buyer, Heritage Realty Services, and the seller, Haven Holding LLC., a local investor.
READ ON THE GO
DIGITAL EDITIONS
Subscribe
Columns and Thought Leadership
The death of the generic offering memorandum: What buyers expect in 2025 - by Kimberly Zar Bloorian

The death of the generic offering memorandum: What buyers expect in 2025 - by Kimberly Zar Bloorian

There was a time when an offering memorandum (OM) was pretty bare bones, some photos, a few bullet points on income, and a rent roll thrown in at the back. That used to get the job done. Not anymore. In 2025, buyers are sharper, faster, and more selective. They’re looking
New York’s streets are full again, and the retail numbers prove it - by Noam Aziz

New York’s streets are full again, and the retail numbers prove it - by Noam Aziz

Walk down any New York block this year and you can feel it. The sidewalks are crowded, the storefronts are lit, and the energy that defines this city is back at full volume.
Artificial intelligence in lending - by Lindsay Mesh Lotito

Artificial intelligence in lending - by Lindsay Mesh Lotito

Artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to help transform lending by enhancing decision-making, improving risk management and streamlining operations. With AI-powered tools that analyze vast amounts of data, lenders are able to assess borrower creditworthiness more accurately and efficiently. AI can evaluate a wide range of factors,
Hunt commercial real estate question and answer: The total cost of relocation - by David Hunt

Hunt commercial real estate question and answer: The total cost of relocation - by David Hunt

You have a right to be concerned. I am always surprised at the companies that will negotiate the price of their new facility down to the last dollar, without thoroughly analyzing their