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Harlem’s 2280 FDB

New York, NY – June 29, 2010 – (RealEstateRama) — Halstead Property Development Marketing and RGS Holdings, LLC, in conjunction with Goldman Sachs Urban Investment Group and JP Morgan Chase Community Development, announced that 2280 FDB in Harlem has received a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO).

According to Developer Hans Futterman, founder of RGS Holdings, TCO was received on June 25 and closings will begin this week.

Located in Harlem at 2280 Frederick Douglass Boulevard and 123rd Street, 2280 FDB is a newly constructed, 12-story, luxury development with a total of 89 units.

The remaining residences are a mix of one, two and three-bedroom condominiums ranging in size from 679 to 1,641 square feet and in price from $509,000 – $1.889 million.  Amenities at 2280 FDB include a 24-hour concierge, common roof terrace with an outdoor fireplace, outdoor recreation space, onsite parking, and a 25-year tax abatement.  2280 FDB is also approved for FHA financing.  For a full list of available units and floor plans, please visit: http://www.2280fdb.com/.

Residences feature high ceilings, wide plank oak flooring, and recessed lighting.  The sleek and modern kitchens feature Aster Cucine custom cabinetry with CaesarStone countertops and appliances from Electrolux ICON Series or Wolf, as well as Sub-Zero and Miele.  Honed Grigio Luna Stone master baths feature separate showers, Neptune Zen soaking tubs, and custom-designed Lacava walnut vanities finished off with Carrara marble.

For renderings, photos or more information, please contact Nicole Amato at nicole (at) mediashoppr (dot) com or (212) 867-8778 x226.

About RGS Holdings, LLC:
Founded in 2001 by Hans Futterman, RGS Holdings, LLC is a privately funded real estate development firm with a current focus exclusively in Harlem. Committed to new construction and renovation projects that enhance the neighborhood and help to bring a strong economic base of owners and renters to Harlem, RGS Holdings, LLC works with both private and public property owners to put property to its highest and best use. With a strong community commitment, the principals of RGS Holdings, LLC strive for the continued revitalization of Harlem and the enhancement of its distinctive position as a living landmark.

About Halstead Property Development Marketing:
Halstead Property Development Marketing is the exclusive sales and marketing firm for numerous new developments in the tri-state area.  They consult with developers on every aspect of the development process, including: pre-development planning such as comprehensive market research, detailed unit mix and layout analysis and amenities planning, all of which enables their clients to maximize sales prices, increase absorption rates and provide an overall superior  product benefiting the  consumer and developer. In addition, the division directs and coordinates the selection of all on-site personnel, conducts extensive sales training and monitoring, designs exceptional sales environments, and creates integrated communications planning including marketing, advertising, public relations and branding.  For more information on the Halstead Property Development Marketing Division, please visit: http://www.HalsteadPDM.com/.

About Goldman Sachs Urban Investment Group
The Goldman Sachs Urban Investment Group is part of the Merchant Banking Division within the Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:GS).  It invests the firm’s capital in real estate projects and operators in emerging or transitional urban areas.  The investments range from $5 million to $75 million.  Since 2001 UIG has invested over $250 million of equity capital representing over $1.3 billion of urban real estate.  Founded in 1869, Goldman Sachs is a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm.  The firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. To learn more about the Goldman Sachs Urban Investment Group, visit their Website: http://www2.goldmansachs.com/uig/