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fromTime Out New York
2 hours ago
NYC real estate

3,000 affordable homes planned for Midtown as part of neighborhood rezoning project

City Council approved rezoning in Midtown South for 9,700 new apartments, including 3,000 affordable units.
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago
NYC real estate

The Daily Dirt: Moment of truth for Midtown South

Midtown South rezoning proposes new residential districts allowing 9,700 housing units, including 2,890 affordable units, significantly increasing residential density.
New York City
fromCity Limits
11 hours ago

Cuomo's Plan to Means-Test Rent Stabilized Apartments, And What Else Happened This Week In Housing

Cuomo proposed capping incomes for tenants signing new leases in rent-stabilized housing to ensure only those needing affordable housing qualify.
#homelessness
fromAol
1 day ago

Criticism over socialist NYC candidate Mamdani's rent-stabilized apartment mounts after ethics complaint

Criticism of socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani escalates regarding his rent-stabilized apartment amid allegations of possible ethics violations.
#brooklyn
#housing
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 weeks ago

What Happened This Week in NYC Housing? Aug. 1, 2025

Mayor Eric Adams announced new housing initiatives during "housing week," including plans for affordable housing and reforms to existing programs.
#housing-development
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

5 Key Takeaways for 'Rentvesters' in Detroit

Detroit's affordable housing market attracts "rentvesters" for real estate investment.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Saratoga housing development catches residents off guard - San Jose Spotlight

A proposed development on vineyard land in Saratoga aims to create affordable and diverse housing options amidst community opposition.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
1 day ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Assembly Member Harvey Epstein

Affordable Housing Retention Act preserves affordable units in high-cost neighborhoods, combating housing instability without additional government subsidies.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago

Plans for new development in Boerum Hill include affordable housing and community building * Brooklyn Paper

A new building with 70 affordable, rent-stabilized homes is being developed in Boerum Hill from a parking lot.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for Fort Greene Tower

Affordable housing lottery opens for 49 units in a new 23-story Fulton Street tower with amenities and income restrictions.
fromNextcity
1 day ago

New York City Is Ready for a Mitchell-Lama 2.0

Affordable homeownership must be prioritized to effectively address New York's housing crisis.
fromHarlem, NY Patch
2 days ago

Apartments Atop Manhattan Subway Station Moves Closer To Reality

This project is a rare chance to meet two of our city's urgent needs at once: building housing and advancing Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway.
New York City
#palo-alto
#san-jose
#housing-policy
fromMoney Digest
5 days ago

The 12 Best Places To Retire In New York - Money Digest

Cortland, New York offers a median home listing price of $192,500 and a median home sale price of $215,000, making it significantly cheaper than New York's averages.
NYC real estate
#housing-crisis
fromFox News
6 days ago
NYC politics

Cuomo calls out NYC mayoral candidate Mamdani over alleged rent-stabilized apartment: 'Move out immediately'

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
NYC politics

NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won't Get It Due To Revanchist Pols) - Streetsblog New York City

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
New York City

Midtown South rezoning proposal passes council land-use committee alongside community investment | amNewYork

Real estate
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Buying (not renting) individual rooms as a solution to the housing crisis

Habitacion.com offers a solution to Spain's housing crisis by enabling individuals to buy individual rooms.
Renovation
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Yes in God's Backyard: More Than 800,000 Homes Could Be Built on Land Owned by Churches-Here's How Some Are Breaking Ground on Affordable Housing

Faith-based organizations are transforming underused land into affordable housing to combat America's housing crisis.
fromFox News
6 days ago
NYC politics

Cuomo calls out NYC mayoral candidate Mamdani over alleged rent-stabilized apartment: 'Move out immediately'

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
NYC politics

NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won't Get It Due To Revanchist Pols) - Streetsblog New York City

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
New York City

Midtown South rezoning proposal passes council land-use committee alongside community investment | amNewYork

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Renovation

Yes in God's Backyard: More Than 800,000 Homes Could Be Built on Land Owned by Churches-Here's How Some Are Breaking Ground on Affordable Housing

Real estate
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

Exploring Kansas' 'Dying' Ghost Towns: What You Need to Know

Rural Kansas towns offer low-cost historic homes, presenting investment opportunities and affordable home ownership as residents move away.
fromwww.cnbc.com
6 days ago

We spent $104 million converting a 19th-century NYC college into luxury apartments

Matt Linde and Udi Kore transformed the former Brooklyn campus of St. John's College into a luxurious 205-unit apartment complex, offering rents from $2,495 to $6,950.
Brooklyn
Renovation
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

Amazon Listed a Cabin-style Tiny House With Plenty of Windows and a Sleek Wood Finish-and It's on Sale

The Amgui Portable Prefab Tiny House is an affordable, functional option for aspiring homeowners transitioning to independent living.
#real-estate
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
1 week ago

A Sunny Little Two-Bedroom in Prime Ditmas Park for $640,000

Various affordable housing options under a million dollars include well-maintained studios and one-bedrooms in desirable locations like Brooklyn Heights and Lincoln Square.
San Francisco
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Which 10 San Jose homes had the best prices the week of June 23?

San Jose's most affordable real estate sale recently was a condo that sold for $435,000 amidst an average market price of $1.8 million.
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Cuomo Calls on 'Very Rich' Mamdani to Move out of Rent-Stabilized Apartment

"Somewhere last night in New York City, a single mother and her children slept at a homeless shelter because you, assemblyman @ZohranKMamdani are occupying her rent controlled apartment."
NYC politics
#fremont-real-estate
Real estate
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Inside the 'Dying' Kansas Ghost Towns Where You Can Find a Home for Less Than the Price of a Tesla

Moving to rural areas offers affordable housing and revives ghost towns.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Congress is pushing a key reform to make manufactured starter homes cheaper

On day one, chassis reform cuts $10,000 off a type of home that is already sold in the market in the hundreds of thousands. There's not a lot else that Congress can do in one fell swoop to cut 10% off the price of any home.
Real estate
NYC real estate
fromWWD
1 week ago

Midtown South Mixed-use Plan Approved With Housing and Fashion in Mind

Midtown South Mixed-use rezoning plan approved, adding 9,500 new homes including over 2,800 affordable units.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Cupertino student housing project to evict existing renters - San Jose Spotlight

Dozens of Cupertino residents will be displaced for the creation of affordable student housing.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago

As state considers further constriction, Council wrestles with how high to go on tax rate election - Austin Monitor

A tax rate election to fund essential city services is likely on the November ballot.
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago

City Council tweaks Midtown South rezoning, reduces housing estimates

Midtown South rezoning will provide 9,535 housing units, down from an earlier estimate of 9,700.
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Yet another delay in Atlantic Yards housing plan. Developer still skirts millions in fines.

New York state waived millions in penalties related to the stalled Atlantic Yards project due to missed deadlines for affordable housing.
fromBuilding, preserving and planning to make our city more affordable - The Chief
1 week ago

Building, preserving and planning to make our city more affordable - The Chief

Our administration has shattered affordable housing records year after year. Now, we're adding another 'year' to that list: Fiscal Year 2025. This past fiscal year, we produced the most affordable rental units in city history and the most homes for formerly homeless New Yorkers.
New York City
Renovation
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Dorchester couple builds 14 micro-apartments, priced at $750 per month

One Dorchester couple offers 14 micro-apartments at $750 each, promoting affordable housing and sustainability in a four-story building.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Freddie Mac expands CHOICEHome financing options

Manufactured homes built to exceed federal standards are now typically less expensive than traditional homes, with a median price around $200,000 including land.
Real estate
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Renters can still get a spacious apartment for $1,500 a month in these 10 cities

Some cities allow renters to obtain more space at affordable rates.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Old hotel building occupied by Charlestown YMCA set to be converted into 100 affordable units

"The 'Independence at Charlestown Navy Yard' project from the Archdiocese of Boston and St. Francis House was approved by the Boston Planning and Development Agency in December 2023."
Renovation
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

FHFA doubles GSE funding for low-income housing tax credits

The LIHTC program provides tax credits to developers who agree to reserve a portion of their rental units for lower-income households, making it the most effective tool for addressing affordable housing.
Real estate
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

More than 14,000 new homes are planned for this southwest London borough

The southwest London borough has unveiled its 'growth plan', mapping out its new 'growth corridor' - an area that has been specifically designed to boost economic development and population growth.
London
#inclusionary-zoning
fromKqed
1 week ago
Los Angeles

California Affordable Housing Programs Are on the Chopping Block After Supreme Court Ruling | KQED

fromKqed
1 week ago
Los Angeles

California Affordable Housing Programs Are on the Chopping Block After Supreme Court Ruling | KQED

fromCity Limits
1 week ago

City Renews Fair Housing Commitments, Focusing on Climate and Affordability

New York City announces new fair housing goals to increase neighborhood access for residents.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | Building, preserving, and planning 426,000+ units of housing to make our city more affordable | amNewYork

Affordable housing is a top priority, and the administration has created and preserved over 426,000 homes for New Yorkers.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

A Mini City Will Be Built Near Boston-Here's Why

Cambridge Point plans to develop over 2,000 housing units near Alewife MBTA station.
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

Brooklyn Marine Terminal's future uncertain after 5 postponed votes on controversial redevelopment

The Brooklyn Marine Terminal redevelopment plan's vote has been postponed five times, leaving its future uncertain.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

California affordable housing programs face new legal challenge

Inclusionary zoning laws in California face legal challenges that could undermine affordable housing mandates statewide.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Elizabeth Warren and Mamdani Vow to 'Experiment' On Price Controls

Support for universal childcare represents the core Democratic message of affordability for working families.
fromianVisits
1 week ago

The London Buzz - 4th August 2025

Cuts to Lambeth's library service have been condemned by over 160 publishing professionals and writers.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Elizabeth Warren Slugs It Out With CNBC Host in Fiery Debate Over Mamdani: You Worried Billionaires Are Gonna Go Hungry?!'

What Zohran is saying is, I want people to be able to afford to live in New York City, Warren said. That's what keeps it a vibrant city.
US politics
fromCity Limits
2 weeks ago

'We Cracked The Code': First Hotel-to-Housing Conversion Using State Program To Open in Queens

The Baisley Pond Park Project, built by a nonprofit and a developer in collaboration with multiple city agencies, cobbled together an innovative financing package from public and private sources.
NYC real estate
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Wandsworth unveils 'growth plan' which could see 14,000 new homes in next decade

Wandsworth Council's growth plan aims to build over 14,000 new homes in the borough within the next decade, covering areas like Battersea, Nine Elms, Clapham Junction, and Wandsworth Town.
London
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Day 145 at the 16th St. Plaza: trash and treasures

Absence of a secure dumpster at La Fénix leads to furniture being abandoned and frequent cleanups.
Renovation
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

5 Key Takeaways: Building Affordable Housing on Church-Owned Land

Faith-based organizations are utilizing their underused land to address America's housing crisis through the Yes in God's Backyard movement.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Inside the Plan To Build a Mini City Near Boston

Cambridge has historically had a housing shortage, contributing to rising costs for both renters and homebuyers in a city with a strong job market.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Nantucket Takes Steps to Build Affordable Housing-What You Need to Know

Nantucket is taking significant steps to address affordable housing issues, aiming for long-term livability beyond the summer season amidst high prices and seasonal demand.
Real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Which were San Jose's best home deals the week of June 30?

Condo sold for $485,000 is most affordable real estate in San Jose last week, average price in the area was $1.7 million.
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

They Own Their Homes-So Why Are Mobile Park Residents Still Getting Evicted?

"Residents typically own the structure, but not the land beneath it. That legal distinction leaves them vulnerable."
Real estate
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Progressive upstarts shake up 2025 mayoral races in challenge to Democrats

Zohran Mamdani's victory in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary marked a political shift, emphasizing affordability and showcasing divisions within the Democratic Party over key issues.
NYC politics
Renovation
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

Amazon Has a Rustic Tiny House With 2 Bedrooms, a Porch, and a Bright, Airy Layout-All Under $12K

Amazon offers tiny homes for quick delivery and easy assembly, reminiscent of the past mail-order home concept.
Agriculture
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Hemp spells affordable housing for Native American community

A program has been initiated to create affordable housing using a sustainable material made from hemp, benefitting indigenous and underserved communities.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Scott, Warren announce bipartisan housing bill markup

The U.S. Senate is advancing a bipartisan bill aiming to improve affordable housing access across the nation.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

The American housing market is in a deep freeze

The U.S. new home market is cooling with lower sales, rising inventory, and falling prices amid high mortgage rates and economic concerns.
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

Faith-based affordable housing. How religious groups are helping ease Miami's housing crisis

Saunders moved to North Miami Beach in 2023 seeking a warmer climate to relieve his arthritis but faced financial hardship leading to chapter 13 bankruptcy.
Miami
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