Hot in NYC: Fireplaces Coming Back
A: In Sunday's NY Times there was an article titled Fire: The New Granite, reffering to the increase in demand for fireplaces in New York City apartments and townhouses! Thinking back over the past year or so, I have to agree as I recall a few of my clients specifically telling me that they MUST have a fireplace.
The article starts out:
A Dusting of snow is falling outside, and the family is gathered together in the living room around the warmth of a crackling fire.
Ummmm...paints a nice picture doesn't it! You can see the appeal of the fireplace which apparently is making a big comeback these days; so much so that developers are starting to use fireplaces as an added selling point in their projects. A few developments that have jumped onto the 'fireplace bandwagon' include 170 East End Avenue, 21 East 96th Street, The Stanhope, & The Remy.
I would assume this is more for Townhouse owners, but if you are a homeowner looking to install a fireplace in your apartment (obviously has to be building compliant), check out Jealan Fireplaces. WHY use Jealan if I've never used them before and do not know anyone that has, you think quietly to yourself? Here, this is what they say on their website:
Jealan has furnished and installed Majestic fireplaces for builders for over 30 years. We are one of the few "fireplace specialists" in New York City certified by the Hearth Products Association. We are authorized by the manufacturer to install their products in compliance with New York City building codes and provide warranty service.
If you are a buyer, check out these 1BR apartments across New York City that offer you either a wood or gas burning fireplace!
Upper East Side: $975K - 929 Park Avenue Marketed By Judith Durham of Stribling
Murray Hill: $829K - 67 Park Avenue Marketed By Richard Silver of Corcoran
Upper West Side: $699K - 336 Central Park West Marketes By Deborah Straubinger of Eychner Associates
Upper East Side (photo above): $1.48M - 70th St & Lexington Ave Marketed By Beverly Goodwin of Sotheby's Int'l Realty
If you are looking for something in a different neighborhood or price range, drop me a line and I'll try to help!
~ Fire: The New Granite
~ Jealan Fireplaces
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