Valerie Sebbag

By Valerie Sebbag | 555 Properties LLCDate: September 18, 2025 Mortgage rates in the U.S. have finally eased to levels not seen since early 2023 - a change that’s breathing new life into the NYC real estate market. According to Freddie Mac, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is now 6.26%, down from around 6.35% last week. The 15-year fixed rate is averaging 5.41%. AP News+3Bloomberg.com+3AP...

Park Slope remains one of Brooklyn's most sought-after neighborhoods, offering a blend of historic charm and modern amenities. As of mid-2025, the housing market in Park Slope has shown resilience, with notable trends in both sales and rentals. 📊 Market Overview Median Listing Price (July 2025): $1.4 million, a decrease of 12.8% year-over-year. (realtor.com) Median Sale Price (July 2025):...

Crown Heights, Brooklyn -- Crown Heights continues to stand out in Brooklyn’s real estate market, with major new listings drawing attention from buyers and investors across the city. At the center of this momentum is Valerie Sebbag, a leading realtor with a track record of matching clients to some of the neighborhood’s most significant properties. 🏛 Historic Landmark: The Hill Funeral Home...

Why Choose the Right Broker Matters When it comes to selling property, having the right guidance makes all the difference. A skilled broker ensures your home is priced correctly, marketed effectively, and showcased to attract qualified buyers. That’s where 555 Properties LLC comes in. Experience You Can Trust Led by seasoned broker Valerie Sebbag, the firm has built a reputation for delivering...

Crown Heights, Brooklyn, is undergoing one of its biggest waves of commercial transformation in years. Between rezonings, large site acquisitions, and new mixed-use projects, the neighborhood is shaping up as a major hub for investors, developers, and retail tenants. Major Deal: CW Realty Acquires 73-99 Empire Boulevard In August 2025, CW Realty, led by developer Cheskie Weisz, closed on the...

Investors Target Brooklyn’s Multi-Family Homes as Rental Demand Soars As New York City continues to grow, Brooklyn’s multi-family properties have become one of the most sought-after asset classes for investors. Buildings ranging from two-family brownstones to larger walk-ups are consistently trading at strong valuations. Rental demand in neighborhoods like Flatbush, Crown Heights, and East New...

Brooklyn’s Commercial Market Strengthens as Local Retail and Mixed-Use Properties Gain Value While national headlines often focus on office vacancies, Brooklyn’s commercial market tells a different story. Across neighborhoods like Crown Heights, Bedford-Stuyvesant, and Prospect Lefferts Gardens, smaller retail spaces and mixed-use properties are seeing a strong comeback. Property owners who held...