Elegran Edge
The Real Estate Blog
What is Elegran Edge? It’s the blog where we bring together the biggest and best stories from our neighborhood blogs and agent blogs. If it’s happening in Manhattan real estate, you can find it here.
Articles about "NYC Parks"
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New York's Newest Park Has a Surprising Past
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Laura Schier
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January 12, 2018
Once home to an illegal landfill, Brookfield Park is now a flourishing addition to New York's outdoor spaces.
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NYC Program Set to Beautify 11 New Parks
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Laura Schier
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October 23, 2017
New York is about to become even more beautiful thanks to plans to revamp these parks.
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Friday Quiz - How Well Do You Know NYC Parks?
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Julia Troy
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February 10, 2017
There are more than 1,700 parks in NYC. Take our latest quiz to see how much you know about them!
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Best Places to Find Fall Foliage in New York City
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David Dam
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October 17, 2016
The fall season is here, and with it comes fall foliage! Read more to find out about the best places to catch the fall colors!
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The Lowline: NYC's First Underground Park
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Alexsis Moses
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October 13, 2016
With available space for public parks becoming more and more scarce, a group of developers are looking to start building the first underground park in New York City: the Lowline.
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The Economic Benefit of Public Parks
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Zain Ul-Arifeen
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June 06, 2016
The environmental and social benefits of parks are well-known. Here we discuss the economic benefits of recreational parks, in the context of the City's "Parks without Borders" initiative.
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#TBT: A Stroll Through Central Park's History
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Serena Horrigan
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September 03, 2015
Central Park's history takes us on a trail through Gilded Age glory, derelict wasteland, and triumphant revival as the ultimate urban oasis.
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SotW: 5th Avenue, Park Slope's Beating Heart of Hip
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Serena Horrigan
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August 06, 2015
Park Slope has had a renaissance in the past 2 decades, with our SotW 5th Avenue at the helm of its dining and culture scene.
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12 Hidden Spots That Will Make You Fall in Love with NYC All Over Again
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Stephanie Fujihashi
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April 10, 2014
With one of the most brutal winters on record slowly coming to an end and the sun setting a bit later on in the day, finally, spring is nigh in New York City. For all those days that you caught cabin fever while battling frigid temperatures, you probably can’t wait to feel the sun’s warm rays, take leisurely strolls in the park, and watch the flowers bloom.
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Top NYC Parks for Novice Runners
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Jonathan Tuason
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March 17, 2014
When it comes to cardio, treadmills are usually a safe, if boring bet. Fortunately, with the weather warming up, a good run outdoors is totally feasible - and though there are many running tracks located around the city, the scenery they offer is really only good for a single lap. Fortunately, there are some readily available routes for runners who are just getting started, or want to change up their usual road runs.
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