3 Hamptons Realtors Reflect On The Local Market
What’s the state of the Hamptons market? LUXE taps leading brokers for their insights.
Cynthia Barrett
Brown Harris Stevens
Rising towns: Hampton Bays, Quogue and Westhampton—all of which offer easier commutes to the city.
Recent shifts: Some pandemic purchasers have decided they don’t want to be here full-time; it’s a buyers’ market with more inventory.
Seller tips: Ensure the exterior is well manicured and stage or remove furniture if it’s dated.
Harald Grant
Sotheby’s International Realty
The Hamptons in three words: Timeless, aspirational and evolving.
Worth the splurge: Wellness amenities like infrared saunas, meditation rooms and cold plunges.
Luxury buyer must-haves: Indoor-outdoor flow and lifestyle-focused spaces.
Quickest to go: Village homes with close proximity to shops and the beach.
Martha Gundersen
Douglas Elliman
Best long-term investment bet: East Hampton or Amagansett are the most beautiful areas in some ways because the towns and villages have always tried to limit over-development.
In-demand architecture: Modern lines with classic touches.
Hottest price points: Under $2 million and over $10 million.
