New York Finalizes Tax on $1 Million Second Homes, Targeting $500 Million Revenue
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Updated · Forbes · May 28
New York Finalizes Tax on $1 Million Second Homes, Targeting $500 Million Revenue
9 articles · Updated · Forbes · May 28
$1 million second co-ops and condos and $5 million single-family homes would face New York’s new pied-à-terre tax under draft budget legislation headed for a Wednesday vote.
4% to 6.5% rates would apply to qualifying co-ops and condos in the first two years, while single-family homes would pay a 0.8% to 1.3% surcharge before shifting to a uniform value-based schedule.
Aug. 30 notices would go to affected owners, who could challenge inclusion; primary city residents, homes occupied by immediate family and rental units would be exempt.
Hochul backs the measure as a way to raise $500 million from non-full-time residents, while critics including Ken Griffin and Donald Trump warn it could deter investment in New York City.
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New York City’s Pied-à-Terre Tax: Immediate Implementation, Revenue Uncertainty, and Legal Hurdles for $5 Million+ Second Homes
Overview
New York State lawmakers have quickly implemented a new pied-à-terre tax targeting expensive second homes in New York City, aiming to generate revenue from luxury properties. However, the tax faces major challenges because property values in the city are often assessed much lower than their true market value, especially for condos and co-ops. This disconnect makes it difficult to apply the tax fairly and accurately, raising concerns about its effectiveness and the complexity of its enforcement. As a result, the practical impact of the tax remains uncertain despite its immediate rollout.