As June sales slow, top weekly contracts include art dealers' townhouses and Central Park Tower condo

By CityRealty Staff | From Future New York Monday, June 23, 2025

11 West 12th Street, #TH (Douglas Elliman) | https://www.cityrealty.com/nyc/greenwich-village/11-west-12th-street/apartment-/jivQphrlAhJ

While June 2025 got off to a robust start in terms of Manhattan contracts signed, the past few weeks have seen dips in deals. The month has been marked by political and economic turmoil, and CityRealty data shows that June 2025 could be on track to a two-month low if things continue at this rate.

But New York City real estate is traditionally considered a safe investment, and a number of high-priced contracts were signed on the third full week of June 2025. These included eight townhouses among the twenty highest-priced contracts of the week.

The top contract of the week was for 11 West 12th Street, which was asking $27,000,000. It is also known as "the Forbes townhouse" in honor of longtime owner Malcolm S. Forbes, the magazine's former chairman and editor-in-chief.

Behind the red brick facade, the house contains such luxuries as as a double-height living room, a primary suite with two dressing rooms and outdoor space, an 8,000-bottle wine cellar, a home gym and sauna, a roof deck, and a private two-car garage. Entrepreneur/former Big Ass Fans owner J. Carey Smith bought the house for $20,000,000 in March 2019.

344 West 22nd Street (Compass)

The week's second-highest townhouse contract and fourth-highest overall was for gallerist Barbara Gladstone's home at 344 West 22nd Street, which was asking $11,995,000. The townhouse dates back to the 19th century, but was recently renovated by Annabelle Selldorf (architect of Park House Chelsea up the street).

Ms. Gladstone's galleries specialized in contemporary art, and her house's staircase designed by Ms. Selldorf is a work of art in its own right. Additional features include soaring ceilings, private balconies, a top-of-the-line kitchen, a top-floor home gym, and a total of 1,180 square feet of outdoor space across three levels. When it was listed this June following her death last year, The New York Times reported that Ms. Gladstone had paid $6,300,000 for it in 2011.

Coincidentally, Ms. Gladstone's townhouse was not the only art dealer's home to rank among the top contracts of the week. In 1960, over a century after 110 West 13th Street was built for attorney John Lawrence (not to be confused with Revolutionary War hero/Hamilton principal John Laurens), architect Harold Edelman renovated it for art dealer Howard Wise (h/t Brownstoner). Most recently, it has entered contract with an asking price of $9,750,000, the sixth-highest of the week.

Public records indicate that the sellers bought the house from Mr. Wise's widow for $5,700,000 in January 2011. It has been on and off the market since June 2016, when it was initially listed for $12,950,000.

Central Park Tower

The week's highest-priced apartment contract was for Residence #90W at Central Park Tower, which was asking $16,500,000. While this was good enough for the second-highest contract overall of the week, it represents a reduction from $18,807,000 when the world's tallest residential building started marketing off floor plans in 2016. The half-floor three-bedroom home boasts triple exposures, a well-designed floor plan, a premium kitchen, and a corner primary suite.

730 Park Avenue, #9C, top co-op contract of the week (Sotheby's International Realty)

The top co-op contract of the week took place at 730 Park Avenue, a prewar cooperative on the corner of Park Avenue and East 71st Street. The four-bedroom Residence #9C entered contract with an asking price of $8,500,000, the ninth-highest overall of the week.

The contract was signed shortly after actress Jordana Brewster's purchase of a fashion executive's unit two stories down was recorded by the city. Residence #9C's sellers have not been identified, but public records show that they will take a loss if the apartment goes for this price, having bought it for $10,500,000 in July 2006.

Manhattan luxury buyers were not the only ones who expressed a preference for townhouses. This building type accounted for the three highest-priced Brooklyn contracts of the week, with 162 Dean Street leading the charge with a $4,995,000 ask. The two-family townhouse dates back to 1852 and has many original architectural details intact, but has been beautifully maintained and updated with features like a new central air conditioning system and a ceramic tub from the Plaza Hotel in the primary bath. Another wonderful perk is its address on a Boerum Hill block near Fort Greene Park, Flatbush Avenue retail, popular Cobble Hill dining, and the Barclays Center-Atlantic Avenue transportation hub.

(Hendrix House)

Also of note, it was a good week for new development penthouses in Gramercy. Penthouse D at The Willow, Naftali Group's forthcoming project on the corner of East 23rd Street and Third Avenue, entered contract with a $4,500,000 ask. A few blocks north at Hendrix House, Penthouse A entered contract with a $3,450,000 asking price. Both penthouses benefit from private outdoor space, well-appointed interiors, access to an array of wellness and social amenities in their buildings, and central addresses near local parks, popular restaurants, gourmet supermarkets, and several transportation options.

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Top NYC Contracts: June 16-22, 2025

#10. Lantern House, #1104
Last Ask: $8,495,000

Chelsea | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,536 ft²

Lantern House, #1104 (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Enjoy Hudson River views from this three-bedroom home with a large private terrace. The gracious foyer and large great room lead to beautiful interiors that feature a custom kitchen designed by March & White and including custom bronze finished trim and hardware, Gaggenau appliances including wine refrigeration, a custom suspended light fixture of bronze-finished metal and specialty glass, convex fluted oak cabinetry, Calacatta Venato marble slab countertops and backsplash, 5 wide plank French oak flooring, in-residence side-by-side washer and dryer and ceiling heights of up to 10'9. The primary bedroom suite includes a massive walk-in closet and the windowed en-suite primary bathroom features Nestos Beige marble slab flooring and walls. See full details here.

Lantern House has 5 public availabilities from $1,995,000.

#9. 730 Park Avenue, #9C
Last Ask: $8,500,000

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Cooperative | 4 Bedrooms, Unknown Baths

730 Park Avenue, #9C (Sothebys International Realty)

From the Listing: Perched on the ninth floor of 730 Park Avenue and situated in one of the Upper East Side’s most esteemed pre-war cooperatives, this remarkable four-bedroom apartment boasts sweeping north and west-facing views, overlooking East 71st Street and stretching toward Central Park. To the south, the residence offers serene vistas of the verdant, tree-filled Lehman townhouse garden enclave. Bathed in natural light, this high-floor residence is distinguished by its expansive 12-room layout, multiple corner exposures, and grand proportions, and lends itself perfectly to both grand entertaining as well as relaxed living. See full details here.

730 Park Avenue has one public availability asking $24,990,000.

#8. 163 West 87th Street, #TH
Last Ask: $9,000,000

Broadway Corridor | Townhouse | 6+ Bedrooms, 6+ Baths | 5,827 ft²

163 West 87th Street, #TH (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: Welcome to 163 West 87th Street, an extraordinary 5-story elevator single-family townhouse perfectly situated on a charming tree-lined street, just moments away from Central Park. Originally designed by renowned architect Gilbert A. Schellenger in 1889-1890, the home's traditional facade conceals a stunning modern interior, seamlessly blending original architectural details with contemporary luxury and conveniences. Uncover supreme elegance in this 6-bedroom, 7.5-bathroom townhome that includes an elevator, three terraces, a roof deck and a gorgeously landscaped garden. See full details here.

#7. 310 West 11th Street, #TH
Last Ask: $9,500,000

West Village | Townhouse | 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 3,360 ft²

310 West 11th Street, #TH (Compass)

From the Listing: Located on one of the most sought-after blocks in the West Village, 310 West 11th Street is a thoughtfully upgraded, 20-foot-wide single-family townhouse offering nearly 3,800 square feet of interior space and multiple levels of private outdoor living. This four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home has been carefully renovated and reconfigured over the past 15 years to enhance both form and function. Updates include a landscaped roof deck, a completed bluestone garden, replaced windows and flooring, and modernized baths. Three working wood-burning fireplaces, ceiling heights up to 10'1", and a Boffi-designed kitchen with premium appliances add to the home’s comfort and quality. See full details here.

#6. 110 West 13th Street, #TH
Last Ask: $9,750,000 (-11.3%)

Greenwich Village | Townhouse | 5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 4,250 ft²

110 West 13th Street, #TH (Serhant)

From the Listing: Nestled on a serene, tree-lined block in the heart of Greenwich Village is 110 West 13th Street-a captivating 19th century townhouse originally built in 1844 for esteemed attorney John Lawrence. This picturesque residence, boasting 20 feet of width, seamlessly blends historic elegance with contemporary luxury, offering over 4,250 square feet of meticulously curated living space. As you step through the original stoop and custom ironwork, the home unveils a harmonious fusion of classic architectural charm and modern functionality. Towering double-height ceilings on the parlor floor create an awe-inspiring sense of space, seamlessly integrating the grandeur of the open-plan layout. See full details here.

#5. The Katharine, #5
Last Ask: $10,650,000

Greenwich Village | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 3,483 ft²

The Katharine, #5 (Compass)

From the Listing: A private elevator delivers you directly to Residence Five's charming checkerboard-tiled foyer, where nearly 3,500 square feet of Nate Berkus-designed living space unfolds, including four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms. Light pours through south-facing bay windows in the expansive great room, illuminating an entertainer's dream layout that flows seamlessly from a formal living area to a more casual area that leads to an exceptional eat-in chef's kitchen. The residence's rare U-shaped configuration creates two private bedroom wings. See full details here.

The Katharine has no public availabilities.

#4. 344 West 22nd Street, #TH
Last Ask: $11,995,000

Chelsea | Townhouse | 5 Bedrooms, 5 Baths | 4,395 ft²

344 West 22nd Street, #TH (Compass)

From the Listing: This townhouse is the epitome and definition of the second, where discreet modern sophistication along with function and form meet light and warmth to create the perfect city home. From the moment you enter the parlor level after ascending the restored 19th-century stoop, the home unfolds like a private gallery, where every architectural detail feels naturally purposeful. Upon entering through the restored front doors, you’re immediately welcomed by a serene, gallery-like vestibule—an intentional moment of pause that sets the tone for the refined interiors beyond. See full details here.

#3. The Astor, #PH1
Last Ask: $12,500,000

Broadway Corridor | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 4 Baths | 4,063 ft²

The Astor, #PH1 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: With breathtaking downtown Manhattan skyline views, this gracious 4,063-square-foot, three-bedroom, four-bathroom duplex boasts an impressive 3,096 square feet of private outdoor space accessible from four separate points. Perched atop the landmarked Astor condominium, Penthouse 1 features soaring ceilings up to10'6"and timeless pre-war details including crown moldings and 5" white oak herringbone floors. A private, enclosed elevator opens into a dramatic double-height foyer, where a sweeping staircase and the first outdoor entry point set the tone for this one-of-a-kind residence. See full details here.

The Astor has one public availability asking $5,600,000.

#2. Central Park Tower, #90W
Last Ask: $16,500,000 (-8.1%)

Midtown West | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 3,073 ft²

Central Park Tower, #90W (Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group)

From the Listing: Reside over 940' above New York City in this half-floor residence at Central Park Tower. This gracious three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom home offers over 3,000 square feet of luxury living space. This north, west, and south-facing residence boasts Central Park views from the living/dining room. The formal entry foyer and gallery are fitting for this classic layout featuring ceiling heights of approximately 11'7". The layout is perfect for entertaining and provides privacy and comfort with en-suite bathrooms as well as a separate powder room for guests. See full details here.

Central Park Tower has 10 public availabilities asking $8,800,000.

#1. 11 West 12th Street, #TH
Last Ask: $27,000,000

Greenwich Village | Townhouse | 6+ Bedrooms, 6+ Baths

11 West 12th Street, #TH (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Tucked along one of Greenwich Village's most storied and serene tree-lined blocks, 11 West 12th Street stands as a once-in-a-generation offering-a bold reinterpretation of the classic townhouse, designed for contemporary living at its most refined. At 25 feet wide and spanning over 9,650 square feet indoors-with an additional 2,400+ square feet of tranquil outdoor space-this masterfully conceived residence by acclaimed architect Paris Forino redefines downtown elegance. Step inside and ascend via private elevator through five levels of curated living. See full details here.

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Top NYC Contracts: June 16-22, 2025

#10. Lantern House, #1104
Last Ask: $8,495,000

Lantern House has 5 public availabilities from $1,995,000.

#9. 730 Park Avenue, #9C
Last Ask: $8,500,000

730 Park Avenue has one public availability asking $24,990,000.

#8. 163 West 87th Street, #TH
Last Ask: $9,000,000

#7. 310 West 11th Street, #TH
Last Ask: $9,500,000

#6. 110 West 13th Street, #TH
Last Ask: $9,750,000 (-11.3%)

#5. The Katharine, #5
Last Ask: $10,650,000

The Katharine has no public availabilities.

#4. 344 West 22nd Street, #TH
Last Ask: $11,995,000

#3. The Astor, #PH1
Last Ask: $12,500,000

The Astor has one public availability asking $5,600,000.

#2. Central Park Tower, #90W
Last Ask: $16,500,000 (-8.1%)

Central Park Tower has 10 public availabilities asking $8,800,000.

#1. 11 West 12th Street, #TH
Last Ask: $27,000,000

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