$2 Million Homes in California
Real Estate, Yesterday
A Gothic Revival in Napa, a Spanish-style house in Los Angeles and an Arts and Crafts-style house in San Diego.
A Leasing Officer Prefers to Rent in New Jersey
Real Estate, Yesterday
Andrew Forsyth, who works in commercial real estate, is bullish about his industry and just a bit ambivalent about renting, at least for now.
A Move to Oregon Led to a Life in Interior Design
Real Estate, Yesterday
Pedro Rafael Gómez dreamed of becoming an interior designer. Relocating to Portland provided him with the perfect first canvas.
Acquired Tastes
Briefing, January 10
The dream of cohabitating with a group of friends is an attractive fantasy, but we can benefit from its lessons, regardless of our living situation.
How to Make Your Landlord Enforce the Noise Rules
Real Estate, January 10
Buildings have rules. New York has laws. But sometimes, it’s best to start with a friendly conversation.
Mamdani’s First Big Move to Help Renters Is Dealt a Blow by Court
New York, January 9
Summit Properties USA won an auction on Friday to buy more than 5,000 apartments out of bankruptcy from the Pinnacle Group despite City Hall’s efforts to intervene.
Compass Acquires Top Rival, Creating World’s Largest Brokerage
Real Estate, January 9
First signed into agreement in September 2025, the merger brings together the largest and second-largest real estate firms in the United States.
$875,000 Homes in the Bahamas
Real Estate, January 9
A three-bedroom villa in the Abaco Islands, a three-bedroom condo in Nassau, and an oceanfront villa on Eleuthera.
For a Cohesive Home Color Palette, Start With One Thing
Real Estate, January 9
Your home’s color scheme could come from a painting, a flower bed or even a shade of lipstick.
Trump Orders Fannie and Freddie to Buy $200 Billion in Mortgage Bonds
Business, January 9
The move, a bid to make homes more affordable, would be a back-to-future moment for the two mortgage firms. Buying risky mortgage bonds helped push them to near-bankruptcy in 2008.
The Landlords Are Not the Problem
Opinion, January 8
Trump’s plan to block institutional investment won’t work. The way to make houses more affordable is to build more.
An American Couple Explored Japan for a Diamond in the Rough
Interactive, January 8
With their sights set on an income-generating investment they could also live in, two Californians set out to buy a traditional home in the city of Atami.
Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Brooklyn
Real Estate, January 8
This week’s properties are in Midtown, Murray Hill and Bedford-Stuyvesant.
Homes for Sale in Connecticut and New Jersey
Real Estate, January 8
This week’s properties are a three-bedroom in Ridgefield, Conn., and a five-bedroom in Marlboro, N.J.
A Huge Increase in ‘Ground Rent’ Stuns Co-op Residents
New York, January 8
They live on Billionaires’ Row, but they’re not billionaires. And now the residents of a 57th Street building could face a leap of more than 100 percent in their maintenance costs.
Welcome to the Era of 65-Year-Old Roommates
Real Estate, January 8
More older adults are renting out rooms in their homes to make ends meet.
A Construction Worker’s Suicide Highlights a Wider Crisis
Real Estate, January 8
The death of TJ Kimball was a private tragedy that underscores a widespread risk in the stressful field.
This City’s Housing Boom Is a Model for Mamdani
New York, January 8
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is eyeing Jersey City, N.J., for ideas as he looks to address New York’s housing crisis. For residents, the surge in development has been a mixed blessing.
Trump Wants to Bar Wall St. Investors From Buying Single-Family Homes
Business, January 7
The president said he wanted Congress to stop the purchases by big investors, which have driven up rents and set obstacles for first-time buyers in some markets.
One Year After the Fires: Los Angeles Tries to Heal
U.S., January 7
After wildfires destroyed much of Altadena and Pacific Palisades, residents are struggling with how to move forward and who is to blame.
$425,000 Homes in Tennessee, Missouri and Florida
Real Estate, January 7
A 1920 cottage in Nashville, a contemporary condo in Kansas City and a 1950s bungalow in Orlando.
Fire-Prone Areas Try Carrots and Sticks to Boost Home Upgrades
Real Estate, January 7
Leaders use a mix of new rules, visual aids and incentives to convince residents to protect their homes — and entire neighborhoods — from wildfires.
What Will Our Homes Look Like in 2026?
Real Estate, January 6
Experts are predicting a return to craft and focus on individuality.
All-Cash Deals Dominated Manhattan’s Real Estate Market in 2025
Real Estate, January 6
Buyers paying in cash accounted for 64 percent of co-op and condo sales last year, edging out hopeful buyers needing mortgages.
A New Yorker Falls for an L.A. Bungalow
Real Estate, January 6
An architect who wanted a bicoastal life took on a 1,000-square-foot second home built below street level in Silver Lake.
$875,000 Homes in California
Real Estate, January 5
This week’s properties include a 1969 cottage in Mendocino, a 1980 Mediterranean-style house in Rancho Mirage and a 1922 bungalow in Los Angeles.
Which City Burns Next?
Opinion, January 5
One year later, we haven’t really begun to reckon with the real meaning of the Los Angeles fires.
Mamdani Names Housing Leader and Pledges ‘Rental Rip-off’ Hearings
New York, January 4
Mayor Zohran Mamdani named a housing commissioner and announced that the city would hold public hearings where frustrated renters could voice their complaints.
Can Your Landlord Charge Extra for Building Amenities?
Real Estate, January 3
Fees for certain improvements and conveniences in rent-stabilized buildings can be allowed. But landlords can’t just charge for anything.
$2 Million Homes in London
Real Estate, January 2
A loft in a 19th-century warehouse, a four-bedroom house in South London and a house on the former estate of Sir Henry Tate.
Let the Sky Shine
Real Estate, January 2
In New York, skylights are a coveted design feature. These examples double as functional works of art.
Life Led Them to Brooklyn, but to Which Two-Bedroom Condo?
Interactive, January 1
A couple moved up from Asheville, N.C., to be closer to their children and grandchild. On the checklist: a newer building and fun things to do.
Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Brooklyn
Real Estate, January 1
This week’s properties are on the Upper West Side, in Carnegie Hill and Cobble Hill.
Homes for Sale in New York State
Real Estate, January 1
This week’s properties are a four-bedroom in Great Neck and a three-bedroom in Briarcliff Manor.
Why Is It So Expensive to Cut Down a Tree?
Real Estate, January 1
The rising costs of labor and equipment are trickling down to homeowners who need to call “timber!”
Los Angeles Ends Strange Rite of Passage With New Fridge Law
Real Estate, January 1
Starting today, landlords must provide tenants with working refrigerators.
$850,000 Homes in Arizona, Oklahoma and Connecticut
Real Estate, December 31
This week’s homes include a midcentury modern in Phoenix, a bungalow in Oklahoma City and a Colonial-Revival in Old Saybrook.
Amy Schumer Moves On, Selling ‘Moonstruck’ House in Brooklyn
Real Estate, December 31
The comedian bought the home in 2022. Steve Buscemi sold his Brooklyn brownstone. And on the West Coast, a big December listing from Russell Wilson and Ciara.
A Carriage House Reimagined for Work and Play
Real Estate, December 31
The designers John and Christine Gachot bought a retreat on Shelter Island, N.Y., and turned a carriage house on the property into a studio and recreation room.
New Life Emerges Atop Boston’s South Station
Real Estate, December 31
A massive mixed-used tower, with 166 high-end apartments, is altering the skyline while improving one of the city’s transit centers.
New Rules for the New Year
Real Estate, December 31
Perhaps the best way to confront the swiftly changing landscape is to swallow hard, and then move forward with a fresh approach.
A New Neighborhood for a New Mayor
New York, December 30
Zohran Mamdani and his wife, Rama Duwaji, will soon move from Queens to Gracie Mansion on the Upper East Side. It’s a neighborhood in Manhattan that backed his opponent.
Our Favorite Kitchen Renovations of 2025
Real Estate, December 30
There are countless ways to design a kitchen. Here are some of the most striking examples featured in On Location this year.
Martha Plimpton Bids Farewell to Her Graceful Brooklyn Victorian
Interactive, December 30
The actress reflects on her “dream come true” house as she prepares to decamp for London.
$3.25 Million Homes in California
Real Estate, December 29
This week’s properties include a midcentury modern house in Los Angeles, a full-floor condo in San Francisco and a cottage in Carmel.
How Did This Family End Up Back in a Toxic House?
Interactive, December 29
A Times investigation has found that insurers are driving families into homes contaminated by smoke. Lab results show how one family was exposed to neurotoxins and carcinogens.
I Broke the Lease on an Illegal Rental. Can I Get My Security Deposit Back?
Real Estate, December 27
Absent a certificate of occupancy, the landlord is generally prohibited from recovering rent — but the specifics of your case matter.
The New Stealth Recliners
Real Estate, December 27
Once living room eyesores, furniture designers have given the functional recliner a sleek makeover.
What Went Wrong Before Hong Kong’s Apartment Inferno
World, December 27
Records show how government departments played down residents’ warnings about corrupt practices and substandard materials that fueled the deadly blaze.
$750,000 Homes in New Brunswick, Canada
Real Estate, December 26
A cliffside home overlooking Lake Utopia, a waterfront home on Shediac Bay and a five-acre property near trails.
Today’s Stripes Are Bolder, Wider and Used in Excess
Real Estate, December 26
How to shop and style the design trend brightening walls, couches and tissue boxes across America.
Homes for Sale in New York and New Jersey
Real Estate, December 25
This week’s properties are four-bedroom homes, including a contemporary house Cutchogue and a modern farmhouse in Stockton.
Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Queens
Real Estate, December 25
This week’s properties are in Gramercy, Harlem and Bayside.
Our Favorite Home-Buying Stories of 2025
Real Estate, December 25
This year, the Hunt followed home buyers in 17 states and three countries outside the United States, with a median home price of $596,000.
Who Recycles the Most Cardboard in N.Y.C.?
Real Estate, December 25
The amount of cardboard put out by New Yorkers tends to spike during the holidays.
Made in New York: The Magic of Holiday Windows in Stores
New York, December 24
The windows date back decades and gave work to some famous artists. Today they are high tech but still aim to delight.
$2 Million Homes in Georgia, Los Angeles and the District of Columbia
Real Estate, December 24
An 1850 rowhouse in Savannah, a 1970s house in Topanga, and a home in a converted stable in Washington.
A Practical Guide to Living Together and Not Losing Your Mind
Opinion, December 24
Three lessons from a London commune.
Richmond, Va.: A City Transforming
Real Estate, December 24
A neighborhood-focused culture, a sophisticated dining scene and a distancing from its Confederate past define the city today.
Tuck Yourself In at Night. Then Tuck Your Bed In for the Day.
Real Estate, December 23
With only 215 square feet to use, the designers of a Milan apartment left space for living and dining areas by creating a bed that rolls under the kitchen cabinets.
N.Y.C. Housing Isn’t Being Built Fast Enough, Report Says
New York, December 23
Housing experts and politicians agree that New York City needs to add hundreds of thousands of new homes. The Real Estate Board of New York is keeping tally.
Did Mayor Eric Adams ‘Get Stuff Done’? A Look at His Record on 7 Issues.
New York, December 23
The mayor has kept his vow to lower crime in New York City, but the city’s economic recovery has stalled and homelessness has risen.
$5 Million Homes in California
Real Estate, December 22
A house in Lake Arrowhead with spalike amenities, a Craftsman in Mill Valley and a contemporary house in Laguna Beach
U.S. Housing Discrimination Complaints Rise as Support Network Thins
Real Estate, December 22
Accusations are up nearly 20 percent since 2014, according to a nonprofit, which warns that “the infrastructure for enforcing our nation’s fair housing laws is being dismantled.”
Making Austin Home Meant Adding Modern Touches to a 1940s House
Real Estate, December 22
A longtime San Antonio resident, the artist Paula Cox took inspiration from an architectural tour of Austin before remodeling the home she bought to be closer to her grandchildren.
My 55+ Community Is Neglecting Its Maintenance. What Should I Do?
Real Estate, December 20
When formal complaints don’t get results, you can threaten to withhold rent. But be prepared for a fight.
These Young Adults Make Good Money. But Life, They Say, Is Unaffordable.
U.S., December 20
Economists say that a typical middle-class family today is richer than one in the 1960s. Americans in their 20s and 30s don’t believe it.
$1.3 Million Homes in Italy
Real Estate, December 19
In the mountains of northeast Italy, buyers can find a city duplex penthouse, an amenity-packed designer apartment, and a renovated mountain chalet.
Would You Let A.I. Design Your Living Room?
Real Estate, December 19
A growing number of home renovation and interior design platforms are rolling out A.I.-enabled imaging tools, capable of redesigning rooms in an instant.
And Now, Please Welcome Back: Wall-to-Wall Carpeting
Real Estate, December 19
Some interior designers have convinced their wealthiest clients that this artifact from the ’70s is worth another look.
Inside the Fight to Keep Mamdani’s Promise of 200,000 Affordable Homes
New York, December 18
As Zohran Mamdani prepares to take over as mayor of New York, his team and allies have been pushing back against proposals that could make it more difficult to build new homes in the city.
Palo Alto Confronts Billionaires Over Their Housing Compounds
U.S., December 18
The Silicon Valley college town has changed drastically as Mark Zuckerberg, Larry Page and other tech founders have scooped up multiple properties.
Outside Dallas, a Young Family Just Wanted Some Space. Here’s Where They Found It.
Interactive, December 18
After a long stint in Europe, a Texas couple brought their two young daughters home and searched for a house in a good school district with room for grandparents and friends.
How ‘Affordability’ Became a New Magic Word for Politicians
Magazine, December 18
A rallying cry for Democrats taps into frustration over the inaccessibility of a modestly nice American existence — even for those with a decent income.
Leanne Ford’s Cozy Sunroom Has an Old Soul
Real Estate, December 18
The interior designer keeps things casual in her 1900s cottage, with a corduroy sofa, oversize TV cabinet and Art Deco-inspired molding.
Homes for Sale in Manhattan and the Bronx
Real Estate, December 18
This week’s properties are in Beekman, Turtle Bay and Mott Haven.
Homes for Sale in New Jersey and New York
Real Estate, December 18
This week’s properties are four-bedroom houses in Monroe and Yonkers.
Is Downsizing Worth It?
Real Estate, December 18
In some cities, trading down can save hundreds of thousands of dollars. But in others, it could actually cost you money.
$685,000 Homes in Michigan, North Carolina and New York
Real Estate, December 17
A Queen Anne Revival in Detroit, a Craftsman in Durham and a Cape Cod in Pearl River.
Is Your Apartment Nice Enough for This Home-Swapping App?
Real Estate, December 16
Kindred is picky about the houses in the app in part to solve one of the biggest challenges in home swapping: convincing people to let strangers sleep in their bed.
‘Weird’ Townhouse Gave Couple Chance at Realizing Brooklyn Dream
Real Estate, December 15
Absent the detail of neighboring homes and only 12 feet wide, an 1899 building in need of renovations gave an architect and a designer an opportunity to buy in Cobble Hill.
A Race-Car Driver Cruises Manhattan for His First Apartment
Real Estate, December 15
Jaden Lander didn’t want to leave the Upper East Side, where he grew up, but he found what he was looking for in the Financial District.
$2.4 Million Homes in California
Real Estate, December 15
A Streamline Moderne house in Los Angeles, a contemporary home in Berkeley and a wood-shingled house in Redondo Beach
No Quick Fix for Our Housing Crisis
Opinion, December 14
Sampling the many responses to a column by Ezra Klein.
They Rushed to Buy Homes During the Pandemic. Now, Some Feel Trapped.
Business, November 16
Many Americans bought their first houses when mortgage rates dipped to record lows. Some are ready to move but feel locked in by their low rates.
The Question Dividing New Yorkers: Is the City Sinking or Bouncing Back?
New York, June 21
On the cusp of choosing the city’s next mayor, New Yorkers are taking stock of their town. But many are split on whether it’s back on track, or off the rails.
A Times Square Office Tower Will Be Converted Into Apartments
New York, May 22
The 38-story building in the heart of Midtown Manhattan will be turned into 1,250 apartments.
More Apartments Are Being Carved Out of Office Spaces
Real Estate, April 3
Municipalities are encouraging office conversions with incentives and rule changes.
How Has New York Remade Itself Since the Pandemic Arrived?
Interactive, March 13
New York City was on the front lines of the Covid-19 crisis. It has largely recovered, but has transformed into a place of greater extremes.
How the Pandemic Upended Our Lives
Real Estate, March 11
Whether you fled a crowded city or thought a puppy was the answer, the glimpses of another life we got during Covid have faded away.
Some Tenants Could Get Only One Day’s Eviction Notice, Under Federal Bill
Real Estate, February 13
Legislation would end tenant protections that were first put in place during the pandemic.
A Showdown Pits Owners of Second Homes Against Full-Time Residents
Real Estate, April 5
The pandemic upset a delicate balance of part-time and full-time residents in a community in the Poconos, sparking a debate over short-term rentals.
How a Pandemic Boom Led to a ‘Property Tax Mess’ in Colorado
National, April 3
A surge of new residents into Rocky Mountain states drove up home prices. The result was property tax increases of 40 percent or more for some of those already there.
The Disappearance of Mayor Adams
Op Ed, March 7
Unlike most of his predecessors, he has had few accomplishments while leading New York City. But there’s still time to change that.
Is New York City Back? Not for Everyone.
Metropolitan, March 5
The city has rebounded from the worst of the coronavirus pandemic in meaningful ways. But the recovery is incomplete and uneven.
How Nevada Is Pushing to Generate Jobs Beyond the Casinos
Business, February 5
Chastened by a series of economic downturns that punished the hospitality industry, state leaders are working to broaden the economy.
China’s Economy Grew Last Year, but Strains Lurk Behind the Numbers
Business, January 17
Gross domestic product expanded 5.2 percent, as China worked to export more to make up for weak demand, high debt and a steep property contraction at home.
The Fed Has Put Our Housing Market in Jeopardy
Op Ed, November 14
The Federal Reserve’s relentless attack on inflation has jeopardized the housing market.
How High Interest Rates Sting Bakers, Farmers and Consumers
Business, October 23
Everyone who relies on credit in America is confronting a new reality: Money will cost more for a good long while.
Are High Rates Going to Last? Fed Officials Increasingly Think So.
Business, September 21
Federal Reserve officials forecast higher interest rates through 2026 this week, a sign that borrowing costs are not heading back to the rock-bottom levels normal before the pandemic.
La nueva guerra en contra de la mala calidad del aire
En español, June 23
Hace un siglo, un edificio bien ventilado se consideraba una buena práctica sanitaria. Pero cuando llegó la COVID-19, nuestros edificios apenas podían respirar. ¿Cómo ocurrió eso? ¿Y cómo conseguimos ahora que el aire fresco ingrese a nuestras casas?
Where Housing Prices Have Crashed and Billions in Wealth Have Vanished
Business, June 19
In New Zealand, high interest rates have sent property prices sliding nearly 18 percent since November 2021.
The New War on Bad Air
Science, June 17
A century ago, a well-ventilated building was considered good medicine. But by the time Covid-19 arrived, our buildings could barely breathe. How did that happen? And how do we let the fresh air back in?
Rosalind Franklin and Unsung Women in Science
Letters, May 9
Dr. Franklin and giving credit to women for their scientific contributions. Also: New College of Florida; Black unemployment; housing solutions; Covid risks.
Yes, You Should Be Worried About a Potential Bank Crisis. Here’s Why.
Op Ed, May 4
The banking crisis may be just getting started.
‘The Era of Urban Supremacy Is Over’
Op Ed, March 15
Many of the nation’s major cities face a daunting future.
By Adding Apartments, Malls Seek to Bring Shopping Closer to Home
Business, February 16
Facing an existential crisis over empty space, owners are trying to fill malls with residences, building on the live-work-play model sought by young adults.
In Maine, a Rare Influx of New Residents, and a Housing Crunch
National, February 3
New arrivals over the last few years have fueled hopes of population growth, but workers increasingly struggle to find housing in a market gone wild.
The Chicago Home Was Designed for Parties. Then the Parties Stopped.
Real Estate, January 24
Before the pandemic, turning a house into a hub for big gatherings seemed like a good idea.
They Poured Their Savings Into Homes That Were Never Built
Interactive, January 24
What is it like to pour your life savings into apartments that might never get built?
As Thousands Fall Behind on Rent, Public Housing Faces ‘Disaster’
Metro, January 23
The New York City Housing Authority collected just 65 percent of the rent it charged in the 12 months leading up to December, the lowest percentage in the agency’s history.
My Boss Told My Co-workers That I Had Covid. Isn’t That Illegal?
Real Estate, January 14
Federal guidelines require employees’ health information to be kept confidential. But employers also have an obligation to protect the workplace.
What TikTok Told Us About the Economy in 2022
Business, December 31
From Barbiecore to revenge travel, social media trends gave us a clear picture of the forces reshaping the economy.
Los nómadas digitales llegan a Ciudad de México y los precios de la vivienda suben
en Español, December 28
Airbnb se ha convertido en un destino en el que estadounidenses y europeos encuentran alquileres de largo plazo en la capital mexicana, trastocando el mercado local.
As Remote Workers Flock to Mexico City, Airbnb and Housing Prices Soar
Foreign, December 28
American and Europeans are using Airbnb to find long-term rentals in Mexico’s capital, pushing housing costs higher and, critics say, forcing out local residents.
Trust the Models? In This Economy?
Business, December 19
Years into the pandemic, it is still difficult to get a handle on what comes next for the economy by looking at examples from the past.
The Elusive Dream of Owning a Home in New York City
Metro, November 29
For many middle- and working-class New Yorkers, it’s an even more distant possibility than it used to be.
Is Homeownership Slipping Even Further Out of Reach for New Yorkers?
Metropolitan, November 24
In a city of renters, the turbulent pandemic housing market is making it harder than ever to buy a home.
The Apartment Found Her? Yes, and Three of Her Fellow Doctors
Real Estate, November 21
Puja Patel wanted her own apartment and wanted to be within walking distance of her new job as an emergency room doctor at Mount Sinai Queens.
FOMO Helped Drive Up Housing Prices in the Pandemic. What Can We Expect Next?
Op Ed, September 28
Inflation-corrected prices may end up substantially lower as factors driving high home prices weaken with time.
As China’s Economy Stumbles, Homeowners Boycott Mortgage Payments
Business, August 17
In a rare act of defiance, people across the country who bought property from indebted developers are refusing to repay loans on their unfinished apartments.
Large landlords aggressively moved against renters in the pandemic, a report says.
Business, July 29
A House subcommittee investigation found four firms were responsible for nearly 15,000 eviction filings while there were moratoriums on evictions.
New York Renters Are Now Paying the Price for the ‘Covid Discount’
Real Estate, July 26
More than 40 percent of the available units in Manhattan currently come from tenants priced out of apartments they leased in 2020 and 2021, according to a new StreetEasy report.
The Penn Station $7 Billion Fix-Up Moves Ahead: Here’s What to Know
Metro, July 21
The project promises to update the notorious eyesore but critics of the plan are concerned about the cost.
Nearly a Third of Gen Z Is Living at Home (and They Plan to Stay)
Real Estate, July 21
And among those who moved out of their childhood bedroom, a third are spending about half of their monthly income on rent or mortgage.
What Baby Boomers Want (Options!), Senior Housing Delivers
Business, July 19
Shifting demographics are reshaping complexes built for older Americans, who are looking for a variety of rates and services.
Moved During the Pandemic? You May Need to Update Your Insurance.
Real Estate, June 13
Many people changed where and how they lived, but “upgrading their policies for all of these experiences fell by the wayside,” an appraisal executive said.
How Do You Find an Apartment in N.Y.C. These Days?
Metro, May 28
Apartment hunting in the city has never been easy, but now the search has become seemingly impossible as prices soar. Readers told us about their pandemic housing struggles — and eventual successes.
The Extraordinary Wealth Created by the Pandemic Housing Market
Upshot, May 1
Rarely have so many Americans gained so much equity in so little time, but it’s also inseparable from the housing affordability crisis.