(l-r) 252 West 12th Street and 1040 Fifth Avenue, home of the past week's two $25 million contracts
When New York City was on lockdown in the early days of the coronavirus pandemic, some speculated that well-heeled New Yorkers would abandon their apartments in favor of townhouses. As the week of December 19-25, 2022 would indicate, it is a tough call - two contracts, one for a townhouse and one for an apartment, tied for the top deal with $25,000,000 asks.
The townhouse contract was for 252 West 12th Street in the heart of the Greenwich Village Historic District. The house was originally built in 1910 and has since been updated with perks like a chef's kitchen, a full-floor primary suite with walk-in closet and marble bath, a home gym, a state-of-the-art movie/family room, and multiple outdoor spaces including a roof terrace. Neither the current buyer nor sellers were identified, though Olshan Realty's market report notes that the sellers purchased it from philanthropist Aileen Getty in 2019.
The apartment contract was for 1040 Fifth Avenue, #9/10C, a duplex apartment near the top of the Rosario Candela-designed building. The listing notes that the four-bedroom, six and a half-bath home has been in the same family for over 50 years. As such, it is in need of renovation, a factor in its price cut in September 2022. However, it would be impossible to improve on the direct views of Central Park.
The townhouse contract was for 252 West 12th Street in the heart of the Greenwich Village Historic District. The house was originally built in 1910 and has since been updated with perks like a chef's kitchen, a full-floor primary suite with walk-in closet and marble bath, a home gym, a state-of-the-art movie/family room, and multiple outdoor spaces including a roof terrace. Neither the current buyer nor sellers were identified, though Olshan Realty's market report notes that the sellers purchased it from philanthropist Aileen Getty in 2019.
The apartment contract was for 1040 Fifth Avenue, #9/10C, a duplex apartment near the top of the Rosario Candela-designed building. The listing notes that the four-bedroom, six and a half-bath home has been in the same family for over 50 years. As such, it is in need of renovation, a factor in its price cut in September 2022. However, it would be impossible to improve on the direct views of Central Park.
The second-highest contract was #8501 at 35 Hudson Yards, which was asking $16,595,000. The buyer of this five-bedroom, five and a half-bath home was identified only as a New Yorker. While this represents a 40% reduction from the $27,500,000 price when it was listed off floor plans, it was nevertheless a good week for Hudson Yards' tallest tower: A few floors down, #8103 entered contract with a $10,950,000 ask.
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252 West 12th Street, #TH (Compass)
From the Listing:
Stunning, masterfully renovated 5-bedroom historic pre-war West Village townhouse. Originally built in 1910, this home blurs the line between a stylish, European-country estate and a lavish, New York living experience. Beyond the beautiful brick facade awaits an alluring, bright living room centered by a wood burning, marble fireplace and double area seating.
The chef’s kitchen leads to one of the many lush outdoor terraces for scenic dining. The upper levels house 4 superbly styled bedrooms. The primary suite fully occupies the third floor with a walk-in closet, wood burning fireplace and elegant double vanity ensuite with a marble bath.
The home features multiple outdoor spaces including primary, penthouse and roof terraces, as well as, a stunning private garden. The lower level hosts a state-of-the-art movie/family room, a guest bedroom, and a well equipped gym.
Stunning, masterfully renovated 5-bedroom historic pre-war West Village townhouse. Originally built in 1910, this home blurs the line between a stylish, European-country estate and a lavish, New York living experience. Beyond the beautiful brick facade awaits an alluring, bright living room centered by a wood burning, marble fireplace and double area seating.
The chef’s kitchen leads to one of the many lush outdoor terraces for scenic dining. The upper levels house 4 superbly styled bedrooms. The primary suite fully occupies the third floor with a walk-in closet, wood burning fireplace and elegant double vanity ensuite with a marble bath.
The home features multiple outdoor spaces including primary, penthouse and roof terraces, as well as, a stunning private garden. The lower level hosts a state-of-the-art movie/family room, a guest bedroom, and a well equipped gym.
1040 Fifth Avenue (CityRealty)
1040 Fifth Avenue, #9/10C (Sotheby's International Realty)
From the Listing:
Remarkably graceful, this exceptional high floor duplex is a superb example of Rosario Candela’s beautiful and masterful work. Exceedingly large, the glorious and sunlit residence is comprised of 14 impeccably proportioned and scaled rooms, and has the good fortune to be situated in one of Carnegie Hill’s most prestigious and sought-after white-glove cooperative buildings. Ideal for both grand living and extraordinary entertaining, the apartment is distinguished by endless rooms with picture perfect views from an extraordinary 18 oversized windows facing directly onto Central Park. Upon entry, this celebrated apartment opens to a private elevator landing, and beyond there is an impressive marble-floored gallery.
Graced by the original marble staircase with wrought iron balustrade, the gallery in turn anchors each of the principal entertaining rooms. Majestically perched over Central Park, the 30-foot living room includes two sets of double doors and a wood burning fireplace. It is flanked by a large and handsome oak paneled library and an elegant formal dining room, each with a marble-mantled wood burning fireplace and divine tree-top outlooks.
Remarkably graceful, this exceptional high floor duplex is a superb example of Rosario Candela’s beautiful and masterful work. Exceedingly large, the glorious and sunlit residence is comprised of 14 impeccably proportioned and scaled rooms, and has the good fortune to be situated in one of Carnegie Hill’s most prestigious and sought-after white-glove cooperative buildings. Ideal for both grand living and extraordinary entertaining, the apartment is distinguished by endless rooms with picture perfect views from an extraordinary 18 oversized windows facing directly onto Central Park. Upon entry, this celebrated apartment opens to a private elevator landing, and beyond there is an impressive marble-floored gallery.
Graced by the original marble staircase with wrought iron balustrade, the gallery in turn anchors each of the principal entertaining rooms. Majestically perched over Central Park, the 30-foot living room includes two sets of double doors and a wood burning fireplace. It is flanked by a large and handsome oak paneled library and an elegant formal dining room, each with a marble-mantled wood burning fireplace and divine tree-top outlooks.
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35 Hudson Yards, #8501 (The Corcoran Group)
From the Listing:
Enter this spectacular five-bedroom residence through grand double-doors and enjoy the 10’10" ceilings, lavish satin finish wide plank French oak floors, massive south-facing Great Room, formal dining room, and stunning views of the Hudson River from every room. The windowed eat-in kitchen has been outfitted with luxurious Smallbone of Devizes cabinetry with opal white marble counters and backsplash. Full suite of Gaggenau appliances, inclusive of a wine fridge and coffee maker, truly make this kitchen extraordinary.
The corner primary bedroom boasts a dressing room and wet bar, and a luxurious windowed en suite bathroom which is wrapped in stunning iceberg quartzite, complete with stunning double vanity with Kinon panels, and full depth soaking tub. The other bedrooms are all equipped with en-suite baths. The residence includes a utility room, with side-by-side washer/dryer, and a handsome onyx-clad powder room.
Enter this spectacular five-bedroom residence through grand double-doors and enjoy the 10’10" ceilings, lavish satin finish wide plank French oak floors, massive south-facing Great Room, formal dining room, and stunning views of the Hudson River from every room. The windowed eat-in kitchen has been outfitted with luxurious Smallbone of Devizes cabinetry with opal white marble counters and backsplash. Full suite of Gaggenau appliances, inclusive of a wine fridge and coffee maker, truly make this kitchen extraordinary.
The corner primary bedroom boasts a dressing room and wet bar, and a luxurious windowed en suite bathroom which is wrapped in stunning iceberg quartzite, complete with stunning double vanity with Kinon panels, and full depth soaking tub. The other bedrooms are all equipped with en-suite baths. The residence includes a utility room, with side-by-side washer/dryer, and a handsome onyx-clad powder room.
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The Plaza, #907 (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing:
This spectacular 3 bedroom, 3 bath residence has been thoughtfully designed by world renowned interior designer Kerry Joyce, using the finest quality of materials and finishes throughout. Never before offered to the market until now, this exquisite home features a beautiful floor plan, with grand scale picturesque windows showcasing the most breathtaking and protected views of Central Park.
The elegant and welcoming entry foyer leads to a spacious and open living/dining great room with extraordinary proportions, perfect for entertaining intimate or large gatherings. Added window benches allow you to enjoy the true splendor of perfectly centered Park views. A glamorous gallery hall leads to all 3 bedrooms. It features fully outfitted custom closets for all your storage needs, the entire length of the hall. The primary bedroom suite is a true sanctuary- featuring a lavish dressing area, as well as a sitting area, and customized closets, including a separate walk in closet.
This spectacular 3 bedroom, 3 bath residence has been thoughtfully designed by world renowned interior designer Kerry Joyce, using the finest quality of materials and finishes throughout. Never before offered to the market until now, this exquisite home features a beautiful floor plan, with grand scale picturesque windows showcasing the most breathtaking and protected views of Central Park.
The elegant and welcoming entry foyer leads to a spacious and open living/dining great room with extraordinary proportions, perfect for entertaining intimate or large gatherings. Added window benches allow you to enjoy the true splendor of perfectly centered Park views. A glamorous gallery hall leads to all 3 bedrooms. It features fully outfitted custom closets for all your storage needs, the entire length of the hall. The primary bedroom suite is a true sanctuary- featuring a lavish dressing area, as well as a sitting area, and customized closets, including a separate walk in closet.
35 Hudson Yards, #8103 (The Corcoran Group)
From the Listing:
This expertly planned split four-bedroom residence boasts 10’10" ceilings, lavish satin finish wide plank French oak floors, and stunning views of the Hudson River. The windowed eat-in kitchen has been outfitted with luxurious Smallbone of Devizes cabinetry with opal white marble counters and backsplash. Full suite of Gaggenau appliances, inclusive of a wine fridge and coffee maker, truly make this kitchen extraordinary.
The primary bedroom boasts two large walk-in closets and a luxurious en suite bathroom which is wrapped in stunning iceberg quartzite, complete with stunning double vanity with Kinon panels, and full depth soaking tub. The second, third, and forth bedrooms are all equipped with en-suite baths. The utility room with side-by-side washer/dryer, and handsome onyx-clad powder room, are both conveniently located off the main hallway. No detail was overlooked in this truly exquisite home.
This expertly planned split four-bedroom residence boasts 10’10" ceilings, lavish satin finish wide plank French oak floors, and stunning views of the Hudson River. The windowed eat-in kitchen has been outfitted with luxurious Smallbone of Devizes cabinetry with opal white marble counters and backsplash. Full suite of Gaggenau appliances, inclusive of a wine fridge and coffee maker, truly make this kitchen extraordinary.
The primary bedroom boasts two large walk-in closets and a luxurious en suite bathroom which is wrapped in stunning iceberg quartzite, complete with stunning double vanity with Kinon panels, and full depth soaking tub. The second, third, and forth bedrooms are all equipped with en-suite baths. The utility room with side-by-side washer/dryer, and handsome onyx-clad powder room, are both conveniently located off the main hallway. No detail was overlooked in this truly exquisite home.
271 Central Park West, #9E (Compass)
From the Listing:
Welcome home to 9E at 271 Central Park West, a one of a kind Upper West Side residence offering 60 feet of direct Central Park frontage encompassing a canopy of greenery, front row views of the iconic reservoir and the Fifth Avenue skyline and dramatic vistas all the way down to Central Park South and the architectural glory of the 57th Street corridor. Defining features of this wow factor home include 20 windows, a wood burning fireplace, 10’2’’ ceiling heights, stunning herringbone floors and a sprawling floor plan comprising approximately 3,300 square feet with a 34-foot-long great room and a separate family room. Perched high above the trees and bathed in natural light from eastern, southern and western exposures, this beautifully renovated 5-bedroom home is ready for its next chapter.
Welcome home to 9E at 271 Central Park West, a one of a kind Upper West Side residence offering 60 feet of direct Central Park frontage encompassing a canopy of greenery, front row views of the iconic reservoir and the Fifth Avenue skyline and dramatic vistas all the way down to Central Park South and the architectural glory of the 57th Street corridor. Defining features of this wow factor home include 20 windows, a wood burning fireplace, 10’2’’ ceiling heights, stunning herringbone floors and a sprawling floor plan comprising approximately 3,300 square feet with a 34-foot-long great room and a separate family room. Perched high above the trees and bathed in natural light from eastern, southern and western exposures, this beautifully renovated 5-bedroom home is ready for its next chapter.
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