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Architecture + Design

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.

Cynthia Barrett

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.

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