J. Rubinstein Team

You’ve Found a Great Deal. 

But Is It the Right Apartment for You?

We all love a deal. Just look in the back of your clothes closet, and you’re sure to find some never-worn sale items still sporting their price tags. While we can be cavalier about fashion temptations, being swayed by a deeply discounted apartment listing requires the most careful consideration. Rash decision-making can have lasting disappointment – and one of my roles is occasionally to keep buyers away from bad decisions.

It’s not that unusual for a listing to surface that’s hundreds of thousands of dollars less than the owner paid for it - or priced substantially less than competitive apartments, While there are all kinds of reasons behind a price-drop, there’s really only one big issue for buyers to address: Is this an apartment that will satisfy my needs for years to come? - a home that’s all about comfort and not compromise. 

Here’s what I tell my clients: Don’t get swept up by a deep discount that makes you overlook your priorities… like bigger bedrooms for a growing family, high ceilings, sunny views, a smart layout, sufficient storage, a well-run building, and more.

Spending more than you originally planned.

You’re making an investment for a beautiful future – and a realistic uptick in your buying budget can lead to a listing that satisfies just about everything on your wish list. Timely amenities, move-in condition, a more desirable neighborhood – they enhance life every day. When mortgage rates get lower, you’ll have the opportunity to refinance. Down the road, there’s always the potential of chance of selling at a nice profit (or keeping the asset as a rental property. 

I’m here to guide you every step of the way.

Finding the home you’ve always wanted takes careful consideration – and the guiding expertise of a real estate pro who truly understands the market and what’s important for you. That’s the deal every buyer deserves!

Article of the Month

Our Newest Listing - The Finch Skybridge - Featured in the New York Post

If you ever wanted to traverse a bridge heading home from work — or host a dinner party suspended between two buildings above Manhattan with nothing below you — this apartment is the one for you.

My Newest Listings

Coming Soon - 4 West 21st Street, PH

3 Bed | 2.5 Bath

New Development of the Month

VITA at 499 9th Avenue

Focus On Design

Redesigned Delacorte Theater Nears Completion in Central Park, Manhattan

Construction is nearing completion on the Delacorte Theater, a 63-year-old outdoor theater in Central Park. Designed by Ennead Architects for the Public Theater, in partnership with the Central Park Conservancy, the $80 million project is the first major rehabilitation to the 1,800-seat venue since 1999 and includes numerous aesthetic, safety, and accessibility enhancements. 

Recently Closed Deals

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Renovated West Village Co-op

Status - In Contract

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Penthouse Duplex with a Private Roof Deck

Status - In Contract

20 Clinton Street, 4E

Sunny Lower East Side 1 BR

Status - In Contract

6 Morton Street

2,440 SF West Village Townhouse

Status - Closed

429 Kent Avenue, L53

3,486 SF Williamsburg Loft

Status - Closed

622 Grand Avenue, 201

Modern 3 BR with a Private Terrace

Status - Closed

This Month's Mortgage Rate Snapshot

*The rates below are based on a $3,000,000 Condominium Purchase with a 20% down payment

10-Year Adjustable Rate: 6.375%

30-Year Fixed Rate: 6.875% 

Data provided by Aaron Ritter of Citizens Bank

Q1 2025

Market Reports

Recorded Sales:

Justin Rubinstein

Lic. Assoc. R.E. Broker

M: 646.320.7745

justin.rubinstein@compass.com