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Douglas Elliman’s Noble Black is one of Manhattan’s premier brokers with almost $1 Billion of closed residential real estate transactions in the la...

5 Luxury Brunch Spots in Manhattan

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Brunch is a Sunday tradition in Manhattan, but what about the luxury brunch?

The Ultimate To-Do List in Chelsea

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This isn’t one of those to-do lists full of chores and obligations. This to-do list is all about the fun, food, and frolic on a fall day in Chelsea.

Kids in the City: Top Three Family Friendly New York Neighborhoods

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While the cost of living in Manhattan is creeping higher and higher every day, if you’ve chosen it as the place to raise your kids, you want to ens...

The Building Series: Getting to Know The Orion

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The Orion is a luxury 60-floor postwar building with 551 units. Built in 2004, the building features striking views of Midtown, the Hudson River, H...

New York City's "Secret Gardens": Under the Radar Parks

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Despite there being over 1,500 greenspaces sprinkled throughout New York City’s five boroughs, there are a select few that seem to get all the atte...

Top Weekend Getaways from Manhattan

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As tourist crowds continue to flock to the city and temperatures and humidity creep to unbearable heights, many Manhattanites are desperate to esca...

Hottest NYC Neighborhoods for Young Professionals

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Known as The City That Never Sleeps, New York is a magnet for young professionals from all over the world seeking a taste of the opportunity that t...

Resident Magazine Shoots at Noble's Iconic One57 Listing

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Noble Black’s unparalleled One57 listing in New York’s most luxurious new residence was featured in Resident Magazine’s July 2016 issue. Chosen as ...

Escaping the Summer Crowds in Manhattan

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Even though New York is a tourist destination for those from all over the world year-round, peak season tends to be the summer, hitting right about...

The Building Series: Get to Know The Parc Vendome

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This Romanesque-style building features 144 apartments on 22 floors. Its units have been featured in Architectural Digest Magazine thanks to its un...

The Noble Black Team Makes WSJ REAL Trends Top 1000 List

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In partnership with the Wall Street Journal, REAL Trends, one of the most trusted sources for information on the residential brokerage industry, ha...

Noble Black Participates in NBA Job Shadow Program

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Through Darren Weiner, the Managing Director of the Douglas Elliman Sports and Entertainment Division, Noble was able to take part in the NBA job s...

The Building Series: Get to Know The Plaza

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As one of the most desirable and famous apartment buildings in Manhattan, the Plaza offers high-end amenities, spectacular Central Park Views and t...

Turn up the Heat: Hottest Restaurants in Hell’s Kitchen

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Even though Hell’s Kitchen has long been known as the hub for aspiring and practicing actors, it’s recently acquired the reputation of an up and co...

Drinks with a View: Best Rooftop Spots for Summer

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With the weather warming up and the official start of the summer season just around the corner, it’s time to take nightlife outside and gear up for...

Dining Guide: Swankiest Spots near Central Park South

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While all of Manhattan seems to glitter and glow with luxurious charm, when it comes to fine dining, you won’t find more Michelin-star rated restau...

Alan Cumming Lists Charming East Village Co-op with Noble Black

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Scottish actor, author, and activist Alan Cumming’s gorgeous, pre-war East Village home has been listed for $2,200,000 by Douglas Elliman’s Noble B...

The Building Series: Get to Know Altair 18

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The Altair 18 is a spectacular pre-war apartment building that was renovated recently in 2006 by an Architectural Digest Top 100 architect, Rafael ...

An Architectural Take on the Perfect NYC Apartment

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While open kitchens, outdoor space, and location are all popular wish list items for real estate shoppers, the perfect apartment is defined by much...

Getting to Know: The Baccarat Hotel

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Having joined the New York luxury hotel scene just over a year ago, the Baccarat Hotel has staked its claim as one of the most elegant gems in Manh...

The Best Picnic Spots in Manhattan

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With warmer weather just around the corner, we know you’re itching to shed those layers and enjoy time outdoors, whether that be through a morning ...

Five Historic Must-See NYC Streets

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Even though every street in New York contributes to making the city a landmark in itself and one of the most beloved cities in the world, there are...

The Building Series: Get to Know 111 Murray

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You can’t miss the opportunity to score a spot in this brand-new 792-foot tower rising above Manhattan’s trendy Tribeca neighborhood. Once built, 1...

Advantages of Purchasing in a New Building

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For some, buying in a hot, talk-of the town new building is their dream if they can get their hands on it. It’s rare to find someone who wouldn’t e...

The Building Series: Get to Know One57

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Designed by architect Christian de Portzamparc (who won the Pritzker Prize), One57 is not only the tallest residential building in town—it’s also h...

Indulge in the West Village: Five of the Fanciest Foodie Spots

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Tucked away in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Lower Manhattan, the West Village is a charming area boasting tree-lined cobblestone streets a...

Things to Consider when Choosing Between a Condo and a Co-op

While the ownership structure serves as the main distinction to keep in mind when deciding between the two properties, there are other relevant fac...

Noble Black Showing Spectacular Plaza Penthouse on CBS Living Large

After touring one of his listings at The Plaza Residences with CBS New York only a couple of weeks ago, Noble Black was recently invited back by CB...

Can't Come Up with 20 Percent Down? No Problem

While the cost of living has changed and the real estate market is constantly in flux, the 20 percent down payment needed to secure your dream home...

Living Large: Noble Black Tours One57 With CBS New York

Watch Noble Black's appearance on CBS "Living Large: Changing The Skyline" touring his listing at the iconic One 57 Tower. 

Watch The Video Of The Amazing Plaza Hotel Penthouse

The Penthouse at the world renowned Plaza Hotel and Residences signifies world-class luxury and exquisite taste. Sweeping views of Centra...

7 Fun Things To Do In Tribeca

With its cobblestoned streets, quiet neighborhoods, and light-filled loft apartments, Tribeca has established itself as one of New York C...

A Guide To Selling High-End Luxury Real Estate

“The rich are different from you and me,” F. Scott Fitzgerald reportedly said to Ernest Hemingway. “Yes, they have more money,” came the reply. The...

Recently Listed: Plaza Hotel Penthouse For $49,950,000

The epitome of New York luxury, this Penthouse at the world renowned Plaza Hotel and Residences, reimagined by o...

Noble Black Launches Industry-Leading Luxury Real Estate Website

Noble Black is starting the year 2016 with the launch of his new, state-of-the-art website. Featuring full-screen videos, high-resolution property ...

How High Can They Go? The 10 Priciest Zip Codes in the U.S.

It’s not just buyers and sellers of luxury homes. Real estate professionals across the U.S. wonder how long upscale can keep scaling up, and the Ju...