The median sale price rose by 40 percent in 2020, while the volume of sales increased 37 percent. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Hamptons (NY)”
Did Candidates Flee to Vacation Homes? 5 Highlights From the Mayor’s Race
Questions surrounding candidates’ second homes, ranked-choice voting and ties to casino interests arose in New York’s mayoral contest. Source: New York Times
The Tenant Safe Harbor Act Comes to The Hamptons
New York State’s Tenant Safe Harbor Act was intended to help those affected by the pandemic. But what if that harbor is on the fancier side? Source: New York Times
‘Diamond Sweet 16’ Party Leaves 37 Infected and 270 in Quarantine
More than 80 people attended the birthday event, officials said. The Long Island venue was fined $12,000. Source: New York Times
Love and the Lockdown
Some couples, faced with the possibility of not seeing one another for long stretches when the pandemic hit, instead decided to quarantine together and fast-tracked their relationships. Source: New York Times
Hamptons Home Sales Continue to Surge
New signed contracts for single-family homes in the Hamptons in August more than doubled from a year ago. Source: New York Times
Chainsmokers Concert in Hamptons Is Under Investigation by Cuomo
The state’s health commissioner opened an inquiry after video footage of the concert showed crowds of people standing close together. Source: New York Times
Another Summer Ritual Canceled: The Beach House Share
With parties forbidden, nightclubs closed and many beaches restricting access, young New York professionals are giving up their seasonal rental shares. Source: New York Times