By Albert Dweck | Duke Properties At Duke Properties, we’ve always believed that real estate follows lifestyle — and lifestyle follows innovation. The evolution of Downtown Manhattan into one of the most desirable and valuable pockets in New York City is a perfect example of this principle in action. Once known for its bohemian spirit …

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The city that once defined remote work adaptation is now setting the national pace for getting back to the office. According to new data from Placer.ai, New York City is leading the charge in post-pandemic workplace recovery, with foot traffic to office buildings in April just 5.5% below levels seen in 2019. For landlords, tenants, …

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At Duke Properties, we believe in the power of thoughtful development, inclusive communities, and strategic investment to help neighborhoods thrive. The latest wave of activity in Rockland County highlights how public-private collaboration, creative planning, and long-term vision can revitalize underutilized spaces and create new opportunities across the board. Building for Tomorrow: Residential Projects Gain Ground …

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The first quarter of 2025 has proven that New York City’s real estate market is not only surviving — it’s adapting and growing with purpose. At Duke Properties, we view this moment not as a mere rebound from previous uncertainty, but as the early stages of a healthier, more discerning marketplace — one where quality, …

Rising Steady: NYC Real Estate Finds Its Footing in Q1 2025 Read More »

Preservation or Progress? NYC’s Landmark Program Winds Down In a quiet but historic move, New York City has officially ended the bulk of its Catskills land acquisition program — a decades-long initiative that safeguarded the city’s drinking water by purchasing over 156,350 acres of pristine forests and farmland. The program, launched in 1997, was a …

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The narrative surrounding Brooklyn’s office market has shifted dramatically over the past five years. What once was poised to become a creative industry powerhouse — with giants like Netflix, Kith, and Rent the Runway anchoring major leases in 2019 — has had to recalibrate in the wake of global shifts, economic headwinds, and post-pandemic workplace …

Brooklyn’s Office Market Finds Hope — In Nonprofits and Education Read More »

In real estate, cycles are inevitable. Markets heat up, cool down, and then, in time, reset. What we’re witnessing right now across the U.S. housing landscape is one of those pivotal moments—a collective pause driven by a convergence of economic pressure and shifting consumer confidence. According to a new Redfin report, homes across the United …

Homes Are Sitting Longer, Buyers Are Holding Back — And Sellers Must Adapt Read More »

Brooklyn has always had a way of staying ahead of the curve. As someone who’s been deeply involved in New York City real estate for years, I can say with confidence: what we’re seeing right now isn’t a spike—it’s a continuation of a long, steady climb that reflects the borough’s lasting value. In the first …

Brooklyn on the Rise: Record Prices, Rising Demand, and Resilient Buyers Read More »

The U.S. real estate market continues to surprise—and this spring, all eyes are on the South. Cities that were once booming with buyer activity are now undergoing a quiet transformation, offering opportunities for savvy home seekers. Markets in Florida, Tennessee, and Louisiana, previously swept up in pandemic-era demand, are cooling off—and that’s good news for …

Buyers Gain Power, But Risks Still Linger in These Markets Read More »