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August 13, 2008
Retail advice
So I landed a possible retail space in a PRIME Brooklyn location. I won't say where as its not public info yet. Its about 500 sq ft. The rent is 3K. Key money for a 5 year lease is under 100K. Is 6 bucks a sq ft for prime Brooklyn retail a deal these days? I haven't owned a store in 20 years. Thanks
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I wish the Stone Park folks the best in opening a "traditional low-price" Chinese place. I also am 99% convinced it is impossible to do with the rent they are likely paying and the fact that you just ~can't~ do "traditional low-price" Chinese without Chinese managers and owners. Will Chinese eat there? Will you hear more Chinese than English spoken? Will it honestly be "low price"?
I seriously doubt it...
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at September 30, 2009 2:10 PM in response to Brooklyn Food & Drink Round-Up
" Bored to Death"
That would be the most fitting 3 word review of that show.
Dreck.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at September 21, 2009 10:20 AM in response to HBO Does Fort Greene
Please Amy Sohn, don't move to WT or South Slope. Keep going South, like New Jersey, where you belong. In the endless "branding"of Brooklyn, few have disgraced the Brooklyn name than Amy Sohn. Like you don't have the money and -have- to move South.
Gross.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at September 10, 2009 9:29 AM in response to Open Thread
Naked apartments.com while a great concept is absurd in its inventory.
I search for Park Slope Apartment and voila! ONE APARTMENT!
"realestate2point0" I assume you are shilling....get some inventory in there and your sites gonna BLOW UP!
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at September 3, 2009 3:59 PM in response to New Construction Turned Rental
You are in luck as its a renters market:
Streeteasy listings, Carroll Gardens, 1 BRS under $2,500. There are 20 listings, Some with fee, some without. Keep in mind that the more you pay the better you'll do as far as condition and amenities.
http://www.streeteasy.com/nyc/rentals/carroll-gardens-brooklyn/no_fee:0|price:2000-2500|beds%3E=1
Craigslist listings, Carroll Gardens, 1 BRS under $2,025. There are pages of listings, Some with fee, some without. Wraning: Craigslist can unearth and occasional find, but also some real dogs.
Do your homework and get out. Your budget is do-able.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at September 1, 2009 1:56 PM in response to Average Rent for Carroll Gardens
You are in luck as its a renters market:
Streeteasy listings, Carroll Gardens, 1 BRS under $2,500. There are 20 listings, Some with fee, some without. Keep in mind that the more you pay the better you'll do as far as condition and amenities.
http://www.streeteasy.com/nyc/rentals/carroll-gardens-brooklyn/no_fee:0|price:2000-2500|beds%3E=1
Craigslist listings, Carroll Gardens, 1 BRS under $2,025. There are pages of listings, Some with fee, some without. Wraning: Craigslist can unearth and occasional find, but also some real dogs.
Do your homework and get out. Your budget is do-able.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at September 1, 2009 1:56 PM in response to Average Rent for Carroll Gardens
quikazoid-
So lets see here...You start in Brooklyn and go to Chelsea to Walters.
Then you post the maplink between the 2 destinations? And its Brooklyn related how?
Seriously, I'm intrigued.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 25, 2009 5:06 PM in response to Tuesday Blogwrap
quikazoid-
So lets see here...You start in Brooklyn and go to Chelsea to Walters.
Then you post the maplink between the 2 destinations? And its Brooklyn related how?
Seriously, I'm intrigued.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 25, 2009 5:06 PM in response to Tuesday Blogwrap
Agreed on the photo.
Why is a Manhattan photo on Brownstoner?
Lame. Maybe they thought it was 8th Avenue Park Slope?
Brownstoner goes on vacation and the kids take over.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 25, 2009 4:55 PM in response to Tuesday Blogwrap
"I wouldn't live on Brighton or Sheepshead unless they paid me to live there."
funny, I think the same of Kensington.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 25, 2009 4:54 PM in response to Tuesday Blogwrap
"Toren currently has:
34 completed sales
85 units in contract
23 units currently for sale
Yes, I would like to mark your words. Mark that they are wrong."
True enough, perhaps not "affordable" but the value for those who bought in will
-plummet-. Expect rentals, lots of 'em.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 25, 2009 11:13 AM in response to Mystery Downtown Development Going Affordable
Mark my words, this same scenario will creep up on Toren in 6-12 months time.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 25, 2009 10:57 AM in response to Mystery Downtown Development Going Affordable
I'd wager be@ fior the simple reason that be has SO many more units. Its a no brainer. The Forte has more occupancy and also far fewer apartments.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 25, 2009 9:07 AM in response to Mystery Downtown Development Going Affordable
Did Simon Van Kampen show up in red patent leather pants?
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 21, 2009 9:31 AM in response to Open Thread
- Hello, Dad? Its me...-
- Yes, son? -
- You know that bike you and Mom got me on Amazon for $99? Y'know...the kids style one that all my douchebag friends think is so ironic and cool? -
- Yes....-
- Well, um. Can you buy me another? I know I should have used my lock and stuff but I didn't and someone stole it.-
- I ~warned~ you about moving to New York City, especially in that depressing, blighted overpriced ghetto you said was 'gentryfying' -
- C'mon Dad...Just get me another bike OK? -
- Of course, junior. You got it, champ-
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 20, 2009 4:58 PM in response to Closing Bell: No Reward Is Its Own Reward
Denton,
So sorry to hear you spent $300 on dinner for 2, with wine and 4 drinks at THAT PLACE.
C'mon man, think of what $300 could get you in Brooklyn. Thats shameful.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 20, 2009 9:43 AM in response to Open Thread
Ugly block about 500 feet from the projects.
So why did it sell?
FAIR prices. I looked at the layouts and the prices and the list of fixtures. Sure, 2BRs from 549K on this block still seems ridiculous but I've seen soooo much more ridiculous pricing from other developers.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 19, 2009 11:17 AM in response to Checking In On 378 Baltic
"a 589-square-foot one-bedroom that started out asking $500,000 last December before dropping to $415,000in June and then $325,000 last week (35 percent off peak!)"
Nice!
" a 2,295-square-foot four-bedroom that started out at $2,750,000 before going to $2,295,000 and now $1,995,000"
Any price drop in the 2 mil range is not as impressive.
How about a 1500 sq ft 2 BR start ask at 1.3 dropoing to 700K?
THAT would turn heads. And sell out a building.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 18, 2009 11:12 AM in response to Price Cuts at One Brooklyn Bridge Park
jscheff-
Are you one of those people who think they aren't racist because they voted for Obama?
The whole "standards" sentence is perhaps the most gross thing I've ever read on Brownstoner.
Touche, dude.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 17, 2009 7:53 PM in response to Closing Bell: Crown Heights' Blooming Art Scene
The F/G Carroll Station has 2 entrances about 2 blocks from each other. 1 side closes for 10-12 months. THIS IS NOT A STATION CLOSING!
From this morning's Carroll Gardens Neighborhood Association email:
"Hi All,
We have been notified thru State Assemblymember Joan Millman's office that the Carroll Street train station will close beginning on Monday, Sept. 14, 2009. We understand that the station will remain closed for 10 to 12 months until the construction of 360 Smith is completed. Please note that the station agent at the President Street entrance will be removed, as a cost cutting measure, as well.
We will follow up on this announcement when we learn more from the MTA.
Maria
"
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 17, 2009 10:38 AM in response to Carroll Gardens Up in Arms Over MTA Doings
I'm missing something here.
You rented her the apartment ~without~ rent check in hand? Anywhere I've ever rented I give security and rent. In some cases, security rent and last months rent. If you gave her a lease and only accepted a security deposit, I have a hard time sympathizing.
Am I misunderstanding this situation?
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 17, 2009 10:17 AM in response to Tenant's Deposit
Rob-
I've been noticing everything fugly about America twice as long as you've been alive.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 14, 2009 9:36 AM in response to Open Thread
DeLepp-
It -is- not -was- on a crappy stretch of Fulton. They haven't razed it yet.
And the crappy stretch just starts at the Forte. Its still pretty prime FG.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 14, 2009 9:35 AM in response to Clarett, Goldman Lose Control of Forté
rob-
I'm not looking for a job, btw.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 14, 2009 9:32 AM in response to Open Thread
Not trying to be 1st but here goes, at least a chance to not get lost in the thread.
Where are all the new Brooklyn people getting jobs?
I realize Brooklyn has been gentryfying for years as well as NYC. I realize there are realy no "new" people as the city is always a destination and will continue to be so. However, after several walks around "BOCOCA", Williamsburg, Greenpoint I can't help but wonder what all these people do. I've lived in NYC my whole life. I've never seen so many "new"people.
If so much RE is NOT selling and if there truly IS a recession, why is it that Brooklyn continues to fill up at such a rapid pace? Where do these folks work?
Its fascinating.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 14, 2009 9:23 AM in response to Open Thread
I can only HOPE the interior is decorated like ~this~.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sLX8bcgwGs
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 11, 2009 2:33 PM in response to StreetLevel: Vanderbilt's Milk Bar Now Open
"The weed in my backyard has been uncontrollable."
I think the same of my next door neighbor.
; )
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at August 10, 2009 2:57 PM in response to Weed Identification
Prodigal_Son wrote a review about Corner Burger on August 10, 2009 1:11 PM
psssst...
Dram Shop is 2 blocks away.
Corcoran is running the sale.
New to market. Comfy and unique fence. FAR rights OK.
$ 725, 000
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at July 31, 2009 12:33 PM in response to A Most Curious Fence
CGFan,
Gimme a break.
Its 1 1/2 blocks from the canal. You could open a window and throw a rock into the canal from the units facing Smith St.
Go there and see from yourself. Google map it if you are lazy.
It is NOT Red Hook and only maybe is it Carroll Gardens.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at July 27, 2009 10:24 PM in response to Condo of the Day: 505 Court Street, #10C
Can someone please enlighten me why bike theft has become newsworthy? Are you kidding?
Word to everyone who just moved here in the last year....drum roll, please.
BIKES GET STOLEN IN NYC.
In other words, the sun set this evening and will rise tomorrow morning.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at July 27, 2009 5:56 PM in response to Monday Blogwrap
absurd use of the KISS font. I'm against this group soley based on bad design.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at July 16, 2009 10:06 AM in response to Historians Line Up Against City's Coney Plan
One word: Karma
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at July 15, 2009 9:36 AM in response to F. Martinella Closes After Less Than Nine Months
Tough one to have opinions on, yet.
I know for a fact that for 3.7 mil he didn't get build rights because you can't build up on that space. So will the 3.7 will be paid back with 2 floors in an already saturated food neighborhood? I don't know.
I know that many old timers and locals will continue to support Mastellone 1/2 a block away. Even though their produce is dreadful, their meat is solid and affordable and for staples they have everything you need. As well there are loyalists to Paisanos and Staubitz. I can't imagine that Union Market will exceed the quality/price combo of the K and Y produce store directly across the street. Local yuppies will likely stay loyal to Stinky for their cheese. How much better will Unions cheese selection be? And how much cheaper? Cheaper i the key word here. In a down economy, all I can think of when I think of Union Market is how damned expensive they are.
Perhaps fish will be where they can succeed. Fish Tales is Manhattan pricing and the place by Carroll Park is hit and miss.
Imagine the double parked delivery trucks on Court Street!
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at July 9, 2009 9:44 AM in response to Union Market Coming to Court Street!
Women like this are only beautiful until they start talking.
The faux Euro accent on the first one made me puke in my mouth a little. I wonder where in Long Island she's from.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at July 8, 2009 4:45 PM in response to Closing Bell: Flea Style
Advice to Smith Hansen re: the India House space
$7,000 a month for -that- space, no matter the location, is INSANE.
And, drum roll please....NO FOOD OR LIQUOR?
Good luck with that.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at July 8, 2009 4:43 PM in response to Wednesday Blogwrap
The term "hipster" became completely irrelevant and out of the meme pool at LEAST 5 years ago. There are NO "hipsters" in Williamsburg any more. And just because "hipsters" are not ~trust fund~kids does not mean that the majority of these people aren't completely bankrolled by Mom and Dad. I also question their data and how they confirmed the financial status of these, um..."hipsters".
And since we're on the subject, why does anyone care any more?
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at June 23, 2009 1:20 PM in response to Williamsburg Hipsters Aren't All Rich Kids After All
No one has mentioned that " Schwarze" is Yiddish slang for, um the "n word".
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at June 17, 2009 12:12 PM in response to Der Schwarze Kolner To Open By End of Month
do some googling,
"An Historic" though disputed, is acceptable in many grammarian circles.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at June 15, 2009 5:33 PM in response to Quote of the Day
You want a keg?
For better selection, go to American Beer on Court in Cobble-Carroll
Don't those beer places in Sunset Park on 3rd ave have kegs as well? Can't recall a name....down around Costco.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at May 12, 2009 11:47 AM in response to Checking In On 500 4th Avenue
Prodigal_Son wrote a review about 215 Cucina Napoletana on May 7, 2009 6:09 PM
Word to the first time posters who are obviously shilling for the restaurant they are trying to protect.
I eat in PLENTY of restaurants run by less than desirable characters. From Coney Island to the Bronx to SI and Jersey, there are plenty. And some of them actually don't upnose the "non locals" who might actually be interested in eating some good food. I could care less if a joint is run by the Mob, homosexuals, aliens from another planet or the ghost of Al Capone, if I walk into your place and want a bowl of red sauce Manicot don't look at me like I work for the FBI, because I don't.
Prodigal_Son wrote a review about 215 Cucina Napoletana on May 7, 2009 3:08 PM
Interesting review, um..." Vinnie Blue Eyes".
And your first post on Brownstoner.
Have we met before? Aren't you Louie the Snake's cousin?
Prodigal_Son wrote a review about 215 Cucina Napoletana on May 7, 2009 12:19 PM
"Look around to see authentic pictures on the wall of the most famous gangsters of the 20th century hanging around on the streets of South Brooklyn.""
Exactly. These "most famous gangsters"would be the not too distant relatives of the owner/proprietors. Screw this place. Its a mob front. I have tried to eat there twice, once alone and once with friends. Both times I went in they looked at me like I had taken a wrong turn. It hasn't been reviewed because with a review comes customers and with customers, they can't invite their friends and business associates to have dinner at their private restaurant.
Mysteriously small web presence?
Fugeddaboudit!
According to Petebrooklyn, its all fantasy...no Mob in Red Hook, no.
http://www.brownstoner.com/brownstoner/archives/2009/04/body_washes_up.php
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at May 5, 2009 5:34 PM in response to Closing Bell: Gangster Walking Tour of Red Hook
The idea of Fran Drescher and Rosie Perez in a room together is too much for my libido to handle.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at May 4, 2009 12:05 PM in response to Rosie and Nelson Redux
"I believe there have been a number a shootings and murders in Fort Greene and Clinton Hill over the last few years. Just like Back in the Day. Really friendly."
A rather grisly murder in Carroll Gardens last month. Just like back in the day. Really friendly.
Whats your point?
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at May 4, 2009 11:59 AM in response to Rosie and Nelson Redux
As much as I find Rosie Perez to be a decent actor, sexy and certainly part of NYC's charm, I must say comments like these make me want to kick her in the shins. Her comments are similar to Spike Lee, down for Brooklyn but living the Manhattan lifestyle. Disengeneous to say the least.
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at May 4, 2009 11:47 AM in response to Rosie and Nelson Redux
Rob,
Move to Detroit. You can buy a house for $1,000. Yep, thats right, $1,000.
Then try to find a job...
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at May 1, 2009 11:21 AM in response to It Came From 4th Ave!
They could paint the cinder blocks red; it'd be "bordello-esque". Throw some tacky pillows on it. Voila!
Posted by: Prodigal_Son at May 1, 2009 10:54 AM in response to It Came From 4th Ave!
Prodigal_Son wrote a review about Buddy's Burrito & Taco Bar on October 1, 2009 1:56 PM
"After living in San Francisco for 9 years, I must say that nobody--not Calexico or Oaxaca and certainly not Buddy's on the LA Style place on Court and Bergen--has a clue as to how to make a proper Mission style burrito. Which is a damn shame . . ."
Lets flip the script........
"After living in Philly for 9 years, I must say that nobody--not ________ or _______ and certainly not _________on the __________--has a clue as to how to make a proper Hoagie. Which is a damn shame . . ."
"After living in NYC for 9 years, I must say that nobody--not ________ or _______ and certainly not _________on the __________--has a clue as to how to make a proper NY pizza slice . Which is a damn shame . . ."
Why is it that ex San Franciscans need everything to be catered to their needs? If you don't like burritos in NY, don't eat them.
By the way, Thai food in NY is nothing like Bangkok.
Get over it.