Manhattan contracts led by 1852 Greek Revival townhouse and a duplex aerie in the world's tallest residential skyscraper

By CityRealty Staff | From Great Listings Monday, January 22, 2024

15 Bank Street, #TH (Corcoran) and Central Park Tower, #107/108 (Corcoran/Douglas Elliman)

January 15-21, 2024 was an abbreviated business week due to the Martin Luther King Jr. Day federal holiday, but that is not to say that it was a quiet one for the Manhattan real estate industry. Olshan Realty's luxury market report noted that only two fewer contracts above $4 million were signed than the previous, full business week. November and December 2023 saw year-over-year increases in signings, and January is poised to continue this upward trend.

One of Manhattan's most expensive contracts ever was signed last week. Duplex residence #107/108 at Central Park Tower entered contract with an asking price of $149,500,000, though The Wall Street Journal reports that the contract was signed for closer to $115 million. Regardless, that figure represents the most expensive residence ever sold for developer Extell and one of the priciest in Manhattan's residential history. The buyer was identified only as an international one who will enjoy such features as triple exposures facing all of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline, a 65-foot Grand Salon, two private terraces, and a dramatic staircase and internal elevator to connect both levels.

View south from Central Park Tower

The nine-figure contract at Central Park Tower comes about a week after a penthouse at One High Line entered contract with an asking price of $49,000,000. Additionally, another penthouse in the two-towered development entered contract with a $52,000,000 in June 2023. If sold at ask, these would rank among the 10 most expensive apartments ever sold downtown.

With seven bedrooms, eight full baths, two powder rooms, and 12,557 interior square feet, the apartment at Central Park Tower is larger than some Manhattan townhouses. That includes 15 Bank Street, a Greek Revival-style West Village townhouse had the week's second-highest contract with a $30,000,000 ask. The landmarked 6,000-square-foot house dates back to 1852 but has been meticulously renovated by Steven Harris Architects. Neither the buyer nor seller was identified, but Olshan notes that the seller bought the house for $11.75 million in 2007 and embarked on the renovation soon after.

Meanwhile, as we saw with last week's top sales, Park Avenue remains a destination for Manhattan's luxury buyers, with addresses here accounting for four of the top ten contracts of the past week. Leading the charge among Park Avenue units was Residence #67B at 432 Park Avenue, which was asking $27,500,000 in the third-highest contract of the week. Information is not available about the buyer; the seller has not been identified either, but public records indicate that they bought it from the sponsor for $26,619,462 through an LLC in March 2016.

#10. The Soho Gallery Building, #PHA
Last Ask: $7,250,000

SoHo | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths | 3,718 ft²

The Soho Gallery Building, #PHA (Sothebys International Realty)

From the Listing: Welcome to the perfect Soho penthouse! From your private entrance foyer, enter into the great room, a grand living space with soaring 11-foot ceilings, beautiful walnut sound-proofed hardwood floors and oversized stone fireplace. The impressive and open dining room features three large east-facing windows framed by exposed brick walls and is the perfect space for large dinner parties or casual entertaining. The sun-drenched eat-in kitchen with south and east exposures is a chef’s dream! Other features of this spectacular home include a separate home office, a yoga studio, laundry room with a vented washer/dryer, central air conditioning, tilt and turn windows, and private terrace with World Trade Center views. See floor plan and full details here.

The Soho Gallery Building has no public availabilities.

#9. Fifteen, #23
Last Ask: $7,500,000

Central Park West | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths | 2,662 ft²

Fifteen, #23 (The Agency Brokerage)

From the Listing: Occupying the entire floor, Residence 23 boasts 360-degree exposures, floor-to-ceiling windows, and two incredible private outdoor spaces. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom residence features unbeatable southern Manhattan skyline views and vast Central Park vistas. The foyer opens up to the grand living room, showcasing the corner of floor-to-ceiling windows and exceptional southern and eastern views from the private 90-square-foot balcony. Sunlight fills the space, highlighting the 5 ¼-inch white oak herringbone pattern flooring throughout the kitchen, hallways, living and dining rooms. See floor plan and full details here.

Fifteen has 5 public availabilities from $1,495,000.

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#8. 1185 Park Avenue, #7/8I
Last Ask: $8,500,000 (-2.9%)

Carnegie Hill | Cooperative | 5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 4,700 ft²

1185 Park Avenue, #7/8I (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Experience the epitome of refined living in this sophisticated 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom duplex at 1185 Park Avenue. Meticulously designed, this residence seamlessly blends classic elegance with modern luxury, creating a haven of comfort and style. Upon entering the top floor, a grand gallery welcomes you, leading to the expansive 28' living room adorned with a fireplace and fabulous open city views that bathe the space in natural light. The southeast end hosts a spacious dining room. Adjacent is the chef's eat-in windowed kitchen, the heart of the home, featuring top-of-the-line appliances, a banquette for casual dining, and an island with counter seating. See floor plan and full details here.

1185 Park Avenue has 4 public availabilities from $1,050,000.

#7. The Belnord, #1012
Last Ask: $8,895,000

Broadway Corridor | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4 Baths | 3,217 ft²

The Belnord, #1012 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Abound in beauty, this Robert A. M. Stern-designed four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom home boasts peaceful views into the interior 22,000-square-foot courtyard, north and south exposures, 10-foot ceilings, fully restored, oversized mahogany windows, and white oak floors with chevron and plank patterns throughout. Upon arrival, a formal entry foyer and gallery lead to the expansive and elegant great room, an exceptional setting to live, dine, and entertain. The enormous open layout kitchen has been custom designed by Molteni in collaboration with Robert A.M. Stern Architects. See floor plan and full details here.

The Belnord has 9 public availabilities from $4,150,000.

#6. Sky Lofts at 145 Hudson, #7B
Last Ask: $9,000,000

Tribeca | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 3,298 ft²

Sky Lofts at Hudson Street, #7B (The Corcoran Group)

Corner living room with casement windows

Primary bath with glass-walled shower and soaking tub

From the Listing: Off market sale and according to the listing broker, only shown twice: Experience spectacular true loft living in this palatial 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom residence in a Tribeca industrial Art Deco condominium. Spanning 3,298 square feet, this quintessential loft home breathes in stunning light and air thanks to soaring 11-12 foot-tall ceilings and stunning factory windows facing north, east and west. Paved in deep-stained wide-plank flooring, this expansive space welcomes luxurious entertaining or peaceful relaxation with plenty of room for spacious dining and living areas plus a large den with built-ins that can easily serve as a media room, playroom or a fourth bedroom, as needs require. The open kitchen accommodates culinary efforts both large and small with acres of cabinetry and sleek counter tops surrounding top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances See floor plan and full details here.

Sky Lofts at 145 Hudson has no public availabilities.

#5. The Yosemite, #17E
Last Ask: $14,950,000

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Cooperative | 4 Bedrooms, 4 Baths | 4,500 ft²

The Yosemite, #17E (Modlin Group LLC)

From the Listing: Occupying the entire top floor of 550 Park Avenue and showcasing unparalleled city and Central Park views, this show-stopping, 4,500-square-foot masterpiece represents the pinnacle of design meeting form and function. Offering 90’ of Park Avenue frontage and soaring ceilings, this four-bedroom, three and a half-bathroom corner residence recently underwent a renovation that resulted in the addition of contemporary comforts and cutting edge technologies, while painstakingly maintaining original details and classic, quiet luxuries. See floor plan and full details here.

The Yosemite has 4 public availabilities from $5,000,000.

#4. 520 Park Avenue, #17
Last Ask: $18,000,000

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 6+ Baths | 4,613 ft²

520 Park Avenue, #17 (Modlin Group LLC)

From the Listing: Impeccably designed and masterfully executed by renowned architect R.M. Stern and Molori Design, this spectacular full floor, four bedroom, five and a half bathroom is the epitome of elegant Upper East Side living. Sprawling over 4,613 square feet, this outstanding residence boasts the finest custom finishes and fixtures, with no detail unconsidered, nor expense spared. This apartment includes a storage unit. See floor plan and full details here.

520 Park Avenue has 3 public availabilities from $18,500,000.

#3. 432 Park Avenue, #67B
Last Ask: $27,500,000

Midtown East | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 4,019 ft²

432 Park Avenue, #67B (OFFICIAL)

From the Listing: Occupying the entirety of the western side of the 67th floor, this distinguished 4,019-square-foot residence at the illustrious 432 Park Avenue affords unparalleled views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline. Upon arrival via a private key-fobbed elevator, you are graciously welcomed into a private gallery landing leading to the main living space. The expansive corner living and dining room, boasting 12.5-foot ceilings, northern and western views, sets an impressive stage. Adjacent to this distinguished space is a generously proportioned chef's kitchen, adorned with a built-in marble countertop that offers impressive views of Central Park. See floor plan and full details here.

432 Park Avenue has 15 public availabilities from $5,750,000.

#2. 15 Bank Street, #TH
Last Ask: $30,000,000

West Village | Townhouse | 5 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths | 6,000 ft²

15 Bank Street, #TH (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Built in 1910, 15 Bank is a 22-foot wide, 6,000-square-foot elevatored 5-bedroom single family townhouse with a large, beautifully landscaped garden. The house has been meticulously renovated by Steven Harris to the highest modern standards and has a rare serenity and sophistication. The parlor floor features a grand entrance gallery, a formal dining room and living room with a fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the garden .Ceilings on this level are over 11 feet tall. The garden level has its own entrance under the stoop with a large mudroom, den and magnificent eat-in kitchen. See floor plan and full details here.

#1. Central Park Tower, #107/108
Last Ask: $149,500,000

Midtown West | Condominium | 6+ Bedrooms, 6+ Baths | 12,557 ft²

Central Park Tower, #107/108 (Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group)

From the Listing: This duplex penthouse at Central Park Tower is amongst the most stunning residences in the world. With a double-height, masterfully-proportioned 65-foot Grand Salon, featuring three walls of floor-to-ceiling glass, a park-facing terrace, and views that showcase all of Central Park, the Hudson River, up to the Palisades, out to the Long Island Sound, capturing Times Square and the New York Skyline, the Statue of Liberty, the Atlantic Ocean and beyond, this home is spellbinding from sunrise to sunset, in every direction. A feat of architecture and engineering, this residence spans 12,557 square feet, features two terraces, and seven bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and two powder rooms. See floor plan and full details here.

Central Park Tower has 11 public availabilities from $6,500,000.

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#10. The Soho Gallery Building, #PHA
Last Ask: $7,250,000

The Soho Gallery Building has no public availabilities.

#9. Fifteen, #23
Last Ask: $7,500,000

Fifteen has 5 public availabilities from $1,495,000.

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#8. 1185 Park Avenue, #7/8I
Last Ask: $8,500,000 (-2.9%)

1185 Park Avenue has 4 public availabilities from $1,050,000.

#7. The Belnord, #1012
Last Ask: $8,895,000

The Belnord has 9 public availabilities from $4,150,000.

#6. Sky Lofts at 145 Hudson, #7B
Last Ask: $9,000,000

Sky Lofts at 145 Hudson has no public availabilities.

#5. The Yosemite, #17E
Last Ask: $14,950,000

The Yosemite has 4 public availabilities from $5,000,000.

#4. 520 Park Avenue, #17
Last Ask: $18,000,000

520 Park Avenue has 3 public availabilities from $18,500,000.

#3. 432 Park Avenue, #67B
Last Ask: $27,500,000

432 Park Avenue has 15 public availabilities from $5,750,000.

#2. 15 Bank Street, #TH
Last Ask: $30,000,000

#1. Central Park Tower, #107/108
Last Ask: $149,500,000

Central Park Tower has 11 public availabilities from $6,500,000.

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