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On the first full week of March 2026, the number of residential apartment sales recorded in Manhattan ticked up week-over-week. All five of the highest-priced sales of the week closed for over $10 million, highly characteristic of a market where a surge in super-luxury condos is causing the average condo price across Manhattan to spike in 2026.
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Two Downtown listings on the Hudson River waterfront were neck and neck for the top sale of the week. Leading the charge was Residence #11A at Tribeca warehouse-turned-condominium 250 West Street, which closed for $21.436 million. The sale appears to have taken place in an off-market transaction, and public records indicate that the buyer, who is listed as a trust, will only be the three-bedroom home's second owner. The seller, also listed as a trust, bought it from the sponsor for $10.5 million in June 2013; most recently, they sold it for more than double without accounting for inflation.
Penthouse B at 495 West Street was not far behind, closing for an even $19.5 million. Both parties are listed as LLCs; however, when the penthouse last changed hands in May 2025, The Wall Street Journal identified the buyer as acclaimed photographer Annie Leibovitz, who had previously used another apartment in the waterfront boutique condominium as a live/work space. She makes a $3 million profit on the penthouse, and her next move is not immediately known.
The Strathmore (Related Companies)
The top sponsor sale of the week took place at Billionaires' Row supertall 111 West 57th Street. Residence #36 closed for an even $18 million, only slightly under ask and the week's third-highest sale overall. When the three-bedroom condo entered contract in January 2026, the listing noted that it was the last floor-through Tower Residence remaining in the building. The two public availabilities are a duplex penthouse asking $45 million and a quadruplex penthouse in the crown of the building asking $98 million.
In other new development news, closings have begun at The Strathmore, with all one- and two-bedroom units coming in over ask to date. When the 44-story building was under construction as a rental, it was grandfathered in to zoning laws that prohibited buildings of similar height from rising in this section of the Upper East Side. The result is open views from bay windows, and interiors feature 7" French oak floors, kitchens with custom Italian cabinetry and Miele appliances, smart thermostats, and in-unit laundry. Remaining availabilities range from a one-bedroom for $950K to a four-bedroom for $5.065 million.
J.W. Marriott Essex House (Compass)
Also of note, The Real Deal identified Academy Award-winning actor Nicolas Cage as the buyer of a two-bedroom apartment at J.W. Marriott Essex House. Residence #2701-2703 represents the combination of a full-sized and accessory unit in the condo hotel, and closed for $6.5 million in the week's tenth-highest sale. Between his busy filming schedule and his real estate portfolio across the country, he will likely use this apartment as a pied-a-terre.
Top Manhattan sales
The San Remo, #4C (Corcoran Group)
From the Listing:
Perfectly situated in the premier prewar co-operative, The San Remo, this extraordinary thirteen into ten room corner residence has been expertly renovated by the renowned architectural firm Hottenroth + Joseph with C-Squared Contracting executing the construction. Drenched in sunlight, this stunning residence has three magnificent entertaining rooms overlooking Central Park. Fit for entertaining and everyday living, each room boasts grand scale, generous proportions, and refined finishes throughout.
Perfectly situated in the premier prewar co-operative, The San Remo, this extraordinary thirteen into ten room corner residence has been expertly renovated by the renowned architectural firm Hottenroth + Joseph with C-Squared Contracting executing the construction. Drenched in sunlight, this stunning residence has three magnificent entertaining rooms overlooking Central Park. Fit for entertaining and everyday living, each room boasts grand scale, generous proportions, and refined finishes throughout.
1 Available Listing for Sale for $6,500,000
The Kent, #30A (Extell Marketing Group LLC)
From the Listing:
This extraordinary 5,188-square-foot duplex features 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, and 1,466 square feet of private outdoor space, offering panoramic views of Central Park, the East River, and the Manhattan skyline. Designed by Beyer Blinder Belle and Alexandra Champalimaud, the residence boasts 14’ ceilings, a 44’ Grand Salon with Italian marble fireplace, wall-to-wall floor-to-ceiling windows, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Tax abatement in place through 2039.
This extraordinary 5,188-square-foot duplex features 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, and 1,466 square feet of private outdoor space, offering panoramic views of Central Park, the East River, and the Manhattan skyline. Designed by Beyer Blinder Belle and Alexandra Champalimaud, the residence boasts 14’ ceilings, a 44’ Grand Salon with Italian marble fireplace, wall-to-wall floor-to-ceiling windows, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Tax abatement in place through 2039.
111 West 57th Street, #36 (Sotheby's International Realty)
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From the Listing:
Designed by the renowned Studio Sofield, recognized for their impeccable craftsmanship, this 4,492-square-foot residence offers a direct elevator entry gallery which leads into a sprawling full-floor, 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom Tower Residence. The formal entry gallery is finished with white macauba stone floors and offers a dramatic north to south view which opens into the sumptuous Great Room. This incredible space is highlighted by 14-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows which showcase unrivaled, perfectly centered views over Central Park. Last remaining full-floor.
Designed by the renowned Studio Sofield, recognized for their impeccable craftsmanship, this 4,492-square-foot residence offers a direct elevator entry gallery which leads into a sprawling full-floor, 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom Tower Residence. The formal entry gallery is finished with white macauba stone floors and offers a dramatic north to south view which opens into the sumptuous Great Room. This incredible space is highlighted by 14-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows which showcase unrivaled, perfectly centered views over Central Park. Last remaining full-floor.
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250 West Street, #11A (Cantor and Pecorella)
From the Listing:
With a variety of over 30 different layouts, ranging in size from airy lofts with 16 foot ceilings to magnificent four-bedroom homes, 250 West offers exceptional light, high ceilings, sweeping views, and generous living. Every home is inclusive of an open chefs kitchen that is well thought out for every day living and entertaining. These functional and beautifully appointed kitchens include Poggenpohl cabinetry, an integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch stove, range and dishwasher.
With a variety of over 30 different layouts, ranging in size from airy lofts with 16 foot ceilings to magnificent four-bedroom homes, 250 West offers exceptional light, high ceilings, sweeping views, and generous living. Every home is inclusive of an open chefs kitchen that is well thought out for every day living and entertaining. These functional and beautifully appointed kitchens include Poggenpohl cabinetry, an integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch stove, range and dishwasher.
1 Available Listing for Sale for $5,295,000
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Cumberland House, #3A (Corcoran Group)
Last week, 69% of resale Manhattan apartments sold at a profit without accounting for inflation. Many of the units that netted the biggest profits are a testament to the rise of Downtown Manhattan neighborhoods in recent years; while Residence #11A at 250 West Street, the week's highest-priced sale, more than doubled in value, it was outstripped by apartments in Greenwich Village that changed hands for the first time in more than 20 years and resold at significantly higher profits.
15 West 84th Street, #PHB (Compass)
From the Listing:
A rare offering in the heart of the Upper West Side — this extraordinary Art Deco penthouse with wraparound, landscaped terrace presents a private oasis in the sky with sweeping, iconic city and Central Park views. Spanning the top floor of a distinguished cooperative, the sprawling two-bedroom (convertible three-bedroom), two-and-a-half-bath home offers sun-filled interiors and gracious proportions. The expansive terrace is the showpiece — a sanctuary for quiet mornings, open-air dining, or sunset gatherings with views that stretch in every direction.
A rare offering in the heart of the Upper West Side — this extraordinary Art Deco penthouse with wraparound, landscaped terrace presents a private oasis in the sky with sweeping, iconic city and Central Park views. Spanning the top floor of a distinguished cooperative, the sprawling two-bedroom (convertible three-bedroom), two-and-a-half-bath home offers sun-filled interiors and gracious proportions. The expansive terrace is the showpiece — a sanctuary for quiet mornings, open-air dining, or sunset gatherings with views that stretch in every direction.
1 Available Listing for Sale for $575,000
144 East 84th Street, #6E (Serhant)
From the Listing:
Sun flooded 1-bedroom co-op apartment with northern exposure featuring hardwood floors, ample closets and an expansive living room/dining area for entertaining. The galley style kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, GE appliances, and tons of storage cabinets. Primary suite is fit for a king sized bed along with two over-sized built out closets. The bathroom features granite counters and tile flooring complete with a shower/tub.
Sun flooded 1-bedroom co-op apartment with northern exposure featuring hardwood floors, ample closets and an expansive living room/dining area for entertaining. The galley style kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, GE appliances, and tons of storage cabinets. Primary suite is fit for a king sized bed along with two over-sized built out closets. The bathroom features granite counters and tile flooring complete with a shower/tub.
University Mews, #308 (Howard Hanna NYC)
From the Listing:
Soaring ceilings, cast-iron columns, open, airy spaces, and the perfect location, this really is the NYC loft you’ve been dreaming of. So many so-called lofts make you stoop, but this one, where you can actually stand tall, makes you stop. Stop to take a second look at just how sensational it is beneath 12.6-foot barrel-vaulted ceilings, framed by cast-iron columns and lovingly lit by large south-facing windows.
Soaring ceilings, cast-iron columns, open, airy spaces, and the perfect location, this really is the NYC loft you’ve been dreaming of. So many so-called lofts make you stoop, but this one, where you can actually stand tall, makes you stop. Stop to take a second look at just how sensational it is beneath 12.6-foot barrel-vaulted ceilings, framed by cast-iron columns and lovingly lit by large south-facing windows.
Cumberland House, #3A (Corcoran Group)
From the Listing:
Welcome to Residence 3A. a massive two bedroom home with den, easily converted to three bedrooms. Step inside the spacious living room, bathed in natural light from large windows, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The modern pass-through kitchen blends style and practicality, featuring sleek stainless-steel appliances, including a wine cooler, and a breakfast bar that opens to the living and dining areas, creating a seamless flow for cooking, dining, and entertaining. Extending into a spacious den or third bedroom, complete with custom built-ins. This residence boasts two expansive, split-layout bedrooms.
Welcome to Residence 3A. a massive two bedroom home with den, easily converted to three bedrooms. Step inside the spacious living room, bathed in natural light from large windows, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The modern pass-through kitchen blends style and practicality, featuring sleek stainless-steel appliances, including a wine cooler, and a breakfast bar that opens to the living and dining areas, creating a seamless flow for cooking, dining, and entertaining. Extending into a spacious den or third bedroom, complete with custom built-ins. This residence boasts two expansive, split-layout bedrooms.
2 Available Listings for Sale from $2,850,000
210 Thompson Street, #4BN (London Foster NY LLC)
From the Listing:
It's great for all first-time homebuyers or an investor paradise! This beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom GEM in the heart of Greenwich Village is perfect for you. Its not just an easy purchase process-you can start subletting from day one! The building permits subletting, co-purchasing, gifting, and parents buying for their children. There is no flip tax, and it is not an income-restricted building.
It's great for all first-time homebuyers or an investor paradise! This beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom GEM in the heart of Greenwich Village is perfect for you. Its not just an easy purchase process-you can start subletting from day one! The building permits subletting, co-purchasing, gifting, and parents buying for their children. There is no flip tax, and it is not an income-restricted building.
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