PDE named preferred realtor at Sterling Glen

Real Estate Weekly, July 19, 2006

Sterling Glen Senior Living, one of Long Island's leading developers, owners and managers of upscale senior residences and services, has named Prudential Douglas Elliman in Roslyn, N.Y., as the preferred realtor for its newest independent senior living residence. Sterling Glen of Roslyn is taking shape on 11 acres on the waterfront of Hempstead Harbor in Roslyn, offering 158 luxurious one-and two-bedroom rental apartments with a host of amenities and services that cater to independent seniors. The residence is scheduled to open in fall 2006.

Recently, Sterling Glen hosted a seminar, "Keeping Your Roots in Roslyn," at George Washington Manor, which featured Prudential Douglas Elliman, the largest real estate firm in New York State. "More than 200 seniors and their family members received a complimentary brunch and a preview of the Sterling Glen lifestyle," noted Kevin Hunter, Sterling Glen chief operating officer, who was joined by the Sterling Glen of Roslyn team for a spirited question-and-answer session. "We own, operate and manage all of our communities, and our mission statement, 'making their day, everyday' is truly the way we conduct our business."

Added Michael Brown, Sterling Glen of Roslyn's executive director, "Our guests were considerably impressed with and interested in our newest community. They had many questions about the dining options and other services and amenities, which are all included in the monthly rental fee." To help future residents experience the Sterling Glen independent living lifestyle first-hand, tours of the Sterling Glen Rye Brook, N.Y., residence were offered, and many attendees signed up for a future visit.

At the same time, participants with homes to sell were interested in a presentation by Regina Waldes, branch manager of Prudential Douglas Elliman in Roslyn, N.Y., who discussed the current housing market. "There is a trend among older adults, empty nesters and retirees in their 60s, 70s and 80s who want to sell their homes to simplify their lifestyles while remaining in the area, near family and friends," she said. "As a result, the inventory of available homes is growing while demand remains steady."