$700M in Manhattan contracts include Upper East Side homes of Suzy Welch and William Lauder; Waldorf Astoria Residences logs its biggest deal yet

By CityRealty Staff | From Future New York Today, March 10, 2026

Suzy Welch and her former home at 160 East 81st Street, #TH

From March 2-8, 2026, 221 residential contracts were signed in Manhattan. This represents a 14% week-over-week dip; however, several uber-luxury deals were instrumental in keeping the aggregate dollar amount from dropping too far during this time. 47 luxury contracts asking over $3.9 million were signed on the first week of March 2026, the year's highest weekly total to date, with seven of the top ten asking over $20 million.

Five of the ten highest-priced contracts of the week were sponsor sales in new development condos. The highest-priced of all was Residence #53N at 50 West 66th Street, which was asking $35 million. Located in the tower portion of the Upper West Side's tallest building, it has four bedrooms, five and a half baths, and two private loggias -- one off the living room overlooking Central Park and the Manhattan skyline; one off the primary suite with Hudson River views.

Waldorf Astoria Residences New York (Douglas Elliman) | https://www.cityrealty.com/nyc/midtown-east/waldorf-astoria-residences-new-york-305-park-avenue/46011

Residence #2803/05 at Waldorf Astoria Residences New York was not far from the top with an asking price of $29.75 million. Olshan Realty notes that the sponsor combined two units to create this five-bedroom, seven-bath unit, and the buyer is identified only as a domestic buyer. If it closes for this price, it will be the top sale by far since the upper floors of the iconic hotel were converted to condo residences, coming to nearly three times that of Residence #3006, a three-bedroom that sold for over $10.2 million in December 2025.

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Residence #2803/05 has a 1,339-square-foot private terrace overlooking Park Avenue, but the buyer will have access to the Starlight Terrace on the uppermost levels. It is part of a 50,000-square-foot residents-only amenity package that includes a 25-meter Starlight Pool with skylight, a fitness center, men's and women's wellness lounges with saunas and steam rooms, the Monte Carlo game room, the Empire Club business lounge, the Presidential Library and Bar, the Winter Garden lounge with bar, and a screening room with stage. They will also have access to hotel amenities and services that include the 22,000-square-foot Guerlain Wellness Spa, preferred access to and in-room dining from Lex Yard and Yoshoku, and signing privileges.

The contract was signed almost exactly 95 years after the Waldorf Astoria opened in its iconic Park Avenue location. The hotel got its start on Fifth Avenue between 33rd and 34th Streets, but was demolished to make way for the Empire State Building. It reopened on Park Avenue in October 1931, and was declared a New York City Landmark in January 1993. Most recently, the hotel reopened after an extensive renovation that involved restoring the exteriors to their original glory, expanding the size of the hotel rooms, and creating the condo component on the uppermost floors. The fully furnished condos were among New York City's top-selling buildings of 2025, and availabilities range from a studio for $1.8 million to a four-bedroom for $16.875 million.

Spring + Thompson, home of the week's top Downtown contract (Corcoran Group) | https://www.cityrealty.com/nyc/soho/spring-thompson-83-thompson-street/7349

Soho condominium Spring + Thompson was home to the top week's top Downtown contract. The penthouse was asking $25 million in the week's fourth-highest contract overall. The duplex penthouse has seven bedrooms, six and a half baths, a massive wraparound terrace on the main living level, and a private terrace off one of the upstairs secondary bedrooms. With this contract, the Selldorf Architects-designed boutique condominium is almost sold out; the one remaining availability is the four-bedroom Residence #5, which is asking $12.5 million.

Also of note, multiple contracts were signed at several new development condos all over New York City. Seven were signed at 155W68 on the Upper West Side, five at The West Residence Club in Hell's Kitchen, and four at NuSun Vernon on the Astoria waterfront. Moreover, two contracts asking over $10 million were signed at 1122 Madison Avenue, bringing the forthcoming building to over 80% sold.

160 East 81st Street, Carnegie Hill townhouse

160 East 81st Street, top townhouse contract (Corcoran Group) | https://www.cityrealty.com/nyc/carnegie-hill/160-east-81st-street/3358/NA/aaRpgSagExgeN

The week's top townhouse contract was for 160 East 81st Street, a double-wide mansion with a massive south-facing garden asking $26 million in the week's third-highest price overall. The contract was signed about three months after the seller, journalist/author Suzy Welch, listed it in December 2025.

Public records show that Ms. Welch bought the townhouse for $22.75 million in October 2021 following the death of her husband, former General Electric CEO Jack Welch. The most recent buyer has not been identified, but another public figure would not be surprising. It was also home to Academy Award-winning director Mike Nichols.

778 Park Avenue, #12 (Corcoran Group); William Lauder (By US Embassy London - https://www.flickr.com/photos/usembassylondon/36942262013/, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=64095722)

The top co-op contract of the week was for Residence #12 at the Rosario Candela-designed 778 Park Avenue, which was asking $22.5 million. While this was good enough the week's sixth-highest deal overall, it is $4.45 million less than the seller, Estee Lauder chairman William Lauder, initially sought for it. He listed the full-floor apartment in January 2025 as part of a larger sell-off amidst plans to lead "a simpler life" and it experienced a series of price cuts from there. If it closes for the ask, public records show that Mr. Lauder will take a loss, having bought it from former Revlon owner Ronald Perelman for $24.95 million in May 2023.

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Top NYC contracts: March 2-8, 2026

#10. 1122 Madison Avenue, #6SOUTH
Last Ask: $10,425,000

Carnegie Hill | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,765 ft²

1122 Madison Avenue, #6SOUTH (Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group)

From the Listing: Designed by Studio Sofield and located at the corner of Madison Avenue and East 84th Street, 1122 Madison Avenue is a collection of 26 condominium residences defined by proportion, precision, and craftsmanship. Informed by the architectural traditions of the Upper East Side and Studio Sofield's disciplined approach to integrating contemporary living within a classical framework, the building offers a considered residential experience in one of New York City's most established neighborhoods, just one block from Central Park and The Metropolitan Museum of Art. See full details here.

1122 Madison Avenue has no public availabilities.

#9. 45 Warren Street, #PH
Last Ask: $10,995,000

Tribeca | Condominium | 5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 4,450 ft²

45 Warren Street, #PH (Compass)

From the Listing: This architecturally striking 4,500-square-foot triplex penthouse loft spans the top floors of a restored Italianate limestone building in the South Tribeca Historic District. Fully gut renovated —with all systems, finishes, and outdoor areas rebuilt—this five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom home features soaring 25-foot ceilings, dramatic skylights, two private terraces, and a layered interior layout that combines grand entertaining space with comfortable, flexible living. See full details here.

45 Warren Street has one public availability asking $7.5 million.

#8. 46 East 71st Street, #TH
Last Ask: $14,500,000 (-27.3%)

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Townhouse | 6+ Bedrooms, 6+ Baths | 9,023 ft²

46 East 71st Street, #TH (Compass)

From the Listing: The first time available in 42 years is an extraordinary offering on Manhattan’s most prestigious block. 46 East 71st Street is a meticulously designed, Neo-Georgian 21-foot wide, 6-story limestone and brick townhouse with elevator, grandly scaled interiors, 3 exposures, and a beautifully landscaped garden in the heart of the Upper East Side, steps from Central Park. See full details here.

#7. 255 East 77th Street, #PHE
Last Ask: $22,000,000

Lenox Hill | Condominium | 5 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths | 5,220 ft²

255 East 77th Street, #PHE (Compass)

From the Listing: Penthouse E at 255 East 77th Street is a distinguished full-floor residence with five bedrooms, terrace, and beautifully proportioned interiors that connect seamlessly to the outdoor space. A private elevator entry opens to a formal gallery leading into an expansive great room and a dramatic, sunlit dining room with arched windows facing Central Park. See full details here.

255 East 77th Street has one public availability asking $8.15 million.

#6. 778 Park Avenue, #12
Last Ask: $22,500,000 (-16.5%)

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Cooperative | 5 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths

778 Park Avenue, #12 (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Perfectly situated on the 12th Floor of 778 Park Avenue, Rosario Candela's most coveted building, this truly exceptional full-floor residence has spectacular entertaining rooms, soaring ceilings up to 11'7", and three wood burning fireplaces. Every room has picturesque views including views of Central Park from all of the western facing rooms. There are five bedrooms, five full bathrooms, two powder rooms as well as four staff rooms. See full details here.

778 Park Avenue has no public availabilities.

#5. 44-46 Barrow Street, #TH
Last Ask: $24,995,000

West Village | Townhouse | 8 Bedrooms, 6 Baths | 13,000 ft²

44-46 Barrow Street, West Village townhouse

44-46 Barrow Street, #TH (Serhant)

From the Listing: One of the most rare and significant properties to ever come to market in the heart of the West Village. Available for the first time in 120 years, this spectacular over 44' wide property represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own and customize a grand double-wide mansion, in one of Manhattan's most coveted locations. See full details here.

#4. Spring + Thompson, #PH
Last Ask: $25,000,000 (-15.3%)

SoHo | Condominium | 6+ Bedrooms, 6+ Baths | 5,389 ft²

Spring + Thompson, #PH (Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group)

From the Listing: . The Penthouse at Spring + Thompson, is a sprawling 7 bedroom duplex home designed by Selldorf Architects to provide a discreet yet unequivocally luxurious urban living experience. The residence occupies the entire top two floors (floors six and seven) of this new boutique-scale condominium. The living and entertaining spaces are located on the upper level, where from the moment you enter the residence, you are greeted by panoramic views of the midtown skyline. The living room is encased in floor-to-ceiling windows looking out onto a wrap-around terrace. See full details here.

Spring + Thompson has one public availability asking $12.5 million.

#3. 160 East 81st Street, #TH
Last Ask: $26,000,000

Carnegie Hill | Townhouse | 6+ Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths | 7,675 ft²

160 East 81st Street, #TH (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: This mint condition 40 foot wide mansion boasts one of the largest private gardens on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, a private garage with curb-cut and stunning interiors recently reimagined by renowned design firm Williams Lawrence. Located on one of the finest townhouse blocks in the neighborhood, 160 East 81st is a double-wide mansion with a private garage, an elevator and a landscaped south-facing garden. Situated with a triple-width house to the West and another double-width house to the East, the house is surrounded by vast gardens, low buildings and open sky. See full details here.

#2. Waldorf Astoria Residences New York, #2803/05
Last Ask: $29,750,000

Midtown East | Condominium | 5 Bedrooms, 6+ Baths | 4,717 ft²

Waldorf Astoria Residences New York, #2803/05 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Own a piece of the legacy at Waldorf Astoria Residences New York. Residence 2803/2805 is a stunning one-of-a-kind 4,717 square foot home with a private terrace spanning 1,339 square feet overlooking Park Avenue. The iconic Waldorf Astoria on Park Avenue has been a beacon of timeless glamour for nearly a century-home to Hollywood's elite, host to countless world leaders, and the site of famed cultural events and galas. Waldorf Astoria Residences New York now offers the first-ever opportunity to own a residence atop the landmark hotel. See full details here.

Waldorf Astoria Residences New York has 28 public availabilities from $1.8 million.

#1. 50 West 66th Street, #53N
Last Ask: $35,000,000

Central Park West | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths | 4,878 ft²

50 West 66th Street, #53N (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: 50 West 66th Street, slated to be one of the tallest and most important residential buildings that will transform the Upper West Side and the New York City skyline. Tower residence 53N is a gracious 4,878-square-foot, 4-bedroom, 5.5-bath home with 286-square-foot private loggia, spectacular views of Central Park and Hudson River from north, east, and west exposures, top-of-the-line finishes including Smallbones of Devizes kitchens with Miele and Sub-Zero appliances, 12 inch oak flooring, ceiling heights up to 14'-6". See full details here.

50 West 66th Street has 11 public availabilities from $5.995 million.

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#10. 1122 Madison Avenue, #6SOUTH
Last Ask: $10,425,000

1122 Madison Avenue has no public availabilities.

#9. 45 Warren Street, #PH
Last Ask: $10,995,000

45 Warren Street has one public availability asking $7.5 million.

#8. 46 East 71st Street, #TH
Last Ask: $14,500,000 (-27.3%)

#7. 255 East 77th Street, #PHE
Last Ask: $22,000,000

255 East 77th Street has one public availability asking $8.15 million.

#6. 778 Park Avenue, #12
Last Ask: $22,500,000 (-16.5%)

778 Park Avenue has no public availabilities.

#5. 44-46 Barrow Street, #TH
Last Ask: $24,995,000

#4. Spring + Thompson, #PH
Last Ask: $25,000,000 (-15.3%)

Spring + Thompson has one public availability asking $12.5 million.

#3. 160 East 81st Street, #TH
Last Ask: $26,000,000

#2. Waldorf Astoria Residences New York, #2803/05
Last Ask: $29,750,000

Waldorf Astoria Residences New York has 28 public availabilities from $1.8 million.

#1. 50 West 66th Street, #53N
Last Ask: $35,000,000

50 West 66th Street has 11 public availabilities from $5.995 million.

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