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Courtesy of Christine Haughney of the New York Times
As Cathleen P. Black endures scrutiny of her proposed appointment to become New York City’s next schools chancellor, she has one less house to escape from the pressures of her appointment this holiday weekend.
The assessor’s office in Bridgewater, Conn. confirmed Tuesday morning that Ms. Black’s antique colonial at 204 Curtis Road sold in recent days for $1.98 million — 15 percent below its $2.35 million asking price. Carolyn Klemm, the real estate broker selling Ms. Black’s house said that she was allowed only to confirm that the house had closed.
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Nestled between Midtown Manhattan and the East River is the upscale enclave of Turtle Bay, home to the United Nations, soaring high-rise buildings and handsome brownstones.
First settled in 1639, the area was an important point of shipbuilding through the 18th century. Brownstones popped up after the Civil War, and the bay, home to railroad piers and wharfs, was filled in and developed by the end of the 1860s, according to the Turtle Bay Association.
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By Ann Adenius of Signature Residences Worldwide
An outstanding, luxurious family home situated in La Moraleja, Madrid, is providing elegant and spacious accommodation – perfect for today’s family lifestyle and entertaining.
La Moreleja is the Madrileño version of Beverly Hills, a tranquil and spacious oasis of luxury villas with private gardens. Its residents include the internationally rich and famous, including film stars, impresarios, politicians and top company directors.
There are 26 schools in La Moraleja area alone (the Madrileño version of Beverly Hills) and about 16 of them are international. You can find for instance ICS (International College Spain), Runnymede College, King’s College School and others for French and Swedish students.
The villa features a living room with large windows, a dining room, a massive, high-tech modern kitchen and breakfast room. The stunning master bedroom comprises a reading and TV area, main bedroom, dressing room, a spectacular Spa bath and shower room. There are three further bedrooms, a music and TV room and a study.
4 bedrooms + 2 bedrooms in the service quarters. The villa offers approx. 1,100m² of living space, while the plot of land is 2,500m².
Price: Euro 9million
Signature Residences Worldwide
Tel: +44 (0)20 7095 8701
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