An example of how we compare homes
Three LIC two-bedroom condos, with similar asking prices and different tradeoffs. This archived example shows what we compare and what still needs checking. It is not current inventory.
total spread between the three asking prices
interior-area difference between smallest and largest
two sponsor residences and one resale, with different terms to confirm
| Decision factor | Residence A | Residence B | Residence C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Building type | Full-service new development | Boutique new development | Amenity-rich resale |
| Asking price / interior area | $1.365M / 861 sq. ft. | $1.388M / 832 sq. ft. | $1.380M / 932 sq. ft. |
| Asking price per sq. ft. | $1,585 | $1,668 | $1,481 |
| Light / outdoor | Private balcony; marketed city view | 79-sq.-ft. balcony; corner exposure | Northeast exposure; no private outdoor listed |
| Building & services | 113 homes; 24-hour doorman; broad wellness and lounge program | 35 homes; virtual doorman; gym, media room and garden | Approx. 800 homes; full service; pool, spa and extensive amenities |
| Timing to confirm | Sponsor delivery and closing timing to confirm | Sponsor delivery and closing timing to confirm | Tenant in place through April 2027 |
What the headline numbers miss
Residence C has 100 more reported interior square feet than Residence B while asking $8,000 less in the archived worksheet. How much of that additional space would you use?
Residence B offers a balcony and corner exposure at a smaller scale. Residence A combines a balcony with a fuller service program. The choice depends on your priorities and the terms available at the time.
The worksheet recorded a tenant at Residence C through April 2027. For a live search, delivery and occupancy would need to be checked again before relying on a move-in date.
You value fuller service and a balcony. Confirm sponsor costs and delivery timing.
Corner light and a balcony matter more to you than additional interior space.
You prioritize interior space and can accommodate the verified occupancy terms.
For a home you are seriously considering, we help identify the current common charges, taxes and assessments to confirm with the appropriate parties. Availability of records varies. This example does not compare historical carrying costs or project future charges.
Questions before a conclusion
Room dimensions, area methodology, view protection, current tax bills, assessments, insurance, rental rules and inclusions.
Effective price after credits, applicable plan and amendments, delivery status, budget, reserves, unsold inventory and contract closing costs.
Executed lease, rent, security, expiration and notices, access, delivery condition and current same-line competition.
Your comparison
Share the homes and your priorities. We’ll help compare the tradeoffs and discuss whether working together makes sense.
Figures are adapted from a September 9, 2026 internal comparison worksheet and used only to illustrate tradeoffs. They are not current offers, verified measurements or current occupancy terms. This is not a valuation, inspection, legal, tax or financial opinion.
How we use sources and public records ↗