Insight
The purchased building in NYC is intended for office use and will not be used for short-term rentals, aligning with the city's strict regulations.
Airbnb Paid $81 Million for a Building in NYC
Summary
Airbnb purchased a $81.5 million building in NYC, marking a shift from its asset-light strategy. This is its only owned property globally and will serve as an office, not for rentals, in a city with strict STR regulations.
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