Manhattan Sales:
- For the week ending March 14, 2025, $474,353,104 worth of transactions across 198 condo, condop, and cooperative deals were recorded
- 90 condo sales came to an aggregate price of $282,939,290
- Three condop sales came to an aggregate price of $2,920,000
- 105 co-op sales came to an aggregate price of $188,493,814
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After last week's jaw-dropping numbers that included the most expensive sale of 2025 to date, perhaps a week-over-week dip in the Manhattan residential market's aggregate total was inevitable---on the second full week of March 2025, the combined price of the top five sales recorded by the city did not match the top sale of last week. But it was nevertheless a busy time when several high-priced sales were recorded at soaring new skyscrapers and classic cooperatives alike, with three Upper West Side listings accounting for the five highest-priced sales.
Leading the charge was Residence #4N/5W at The Brentmore, which closed for $18,000,000. The closing comes less than a year after the seller, actor/philanthropist Grace Hightower, listed the apartment she shared with then-husband Robert De Niro. Following a dryer fire, the formerly "boxed off" duplex underwent an extensive renovation to create an airier atmosphere with high-end, durable materials throughout.
Ms. Hightower spoke highly of the apartment's proximity to Central Park, but said in a statement, "I want to get my own space and go crazy with color"; her next move is not yet known. The buyer conducted the transaction through a trust, but another bold-faced name would not be unexpected: Mr. De Niro and Ms. Hightower bought the apartment from disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein for $20.9 million in 2006, and The Brentmore has counted photographers Annie Leibovitz and Elliott Erwitt, singer Paul Simon, and actors Celeste Holme and Joan Copeland among past residents.
Ms. Hightower spoke highly of the apartment's proximity to Central Park, but said in a statement, "I want to get my own space and go crazy with color"; her next move is not yet known. The buyer conducted the transaction through a trust, but another bold-faced name would not be unexpected: Mr. De Niro and Ms. Hightower bought the apartment from disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein for $20.9 million in 2006, and The Brentmore has counted photographers Annie Leibovitz and Elliott Erwitt, singer Paul Simon, and actors Celeste Holme and Joan Copeland among past residents.
535 West End Avenue, #16, top condo sale of the week (R New York)
The prewar cooperatives lining Central Park West continue to command respect among luxury buyers; Penthouse N at the Emery Roth-designed 65 Central Park West had the week's fourth-highest sale with a $14,500,000 closing price. However, the neighborhood has seen an influx of new condo construction in recent years. 535 West End Avenue was an early entrant, and Residence #16 closed for $15,550,000. This was good enough for the week's top condo sale and second-highest overall, but represents a small reduction from when it entered contract in January 2025.
Public records show that the seller, listed as an LLC, took a loss, having bought it for $16,295,000 in March 2013. The buyer, too, conducted the deal through an LLC, and is the second owner of the six-bedroom apartment with a massive private terrace, the only one of its kind in the building.
Public records show that the seller, listed as an LLC, took a loss, having bought it for $16,295,000 in March 2013. The buyer, too, conducted the deal through an LLC, and is the second owner of the six-bedroom apartment with a massive private terrace, the only one of its kind in the building.
Also of note on the Upper West Side, a total of $35,110,385 across four sales was recorded at 50 West 66th Street, a towering new condominium a short distance from The Brentmore. The three- and four-bedroom units all closed roughly around ask and feature floor-to-ceiling windows, custom Smallbone of Devizes kitchens with Miele and Sub-Zero appliances, and marble baths. The building is set to offer approximately 50,000 square feet of wellness and social amenity space, and another perk is an address near Central Park, Lincoln Center, Michelin-starred restaurants, and The Shops at Columbus Circle.
495 West Street, #3 (Corcoran)
Further downtown, public records show that Oscar and Tony Award-winning actor Joel Grey has sold his apartment at 495 West Street for $7,600,000. Not only did this come in slightly over ask, but Mr. Grey netted nearly five times the price of just over $1.5 million he paid for it (h/t Mansion Global). He bought it from the sponsor in 1999, which would have let him live there when he played the Wizard in the original Broadway cast of Wicked.
Top Manhattan sales
1185 Park Avenue, #PHA
65 Central Park West (CityRealty)
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From the Listing:
Perched gracefully on the 16th and 17th floors of one of Central Park West's prestigious pre-war cooperatives, this penthouse duplex presents an unparalleled level of luxury and refinement. The building, nestled at the corner of 66th Street, offers a timeless backdrop for a residence that commands breathtaking views of Central Park and the iconic Manhattan skyline. Each major room boasts these captivating vistas, with most featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors that open onto a sprawling, meticulously landscaped 78-foot terrace.
Perched gracefully on the 16th and 17th floors of one of Central Park West's prestigious pre-war cooperatives, this penthouse duplex presents an unparalleled level of luxury and refinement. The building, nestled at the corner of 66th Street, offers a timeless backdrop for a residence that commands breathtaking views of Central Park and the iconic Manhattan skyline. Each major room boasts these captivating vistas, with most featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors that open onto a sprawling, meticulously landscaped 78-foot terrace.
2 Available Listings for Sale from $1,695,000
Central Park Tower, #91W (Extell Marketing Group LLC)
From the Listing:
Reside over 950' above New York City in this half-floor residence at Central Park Tower. This north, west, and south-facing, three-bedroom, three and one-half bathroom 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". Floor-to-ceiling glass spans the perimeter of the entire residence, filling this home with light. The layout is perfect for entertaining and provides privacy and comfort with en-suite bathrooms as well as a separate powder room for guests.
Reside over 950' above New York City in this half-floor residence at Central Park Tower. This north, west, and south-facing, three-bedroom, three and one-half bathroom 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". Floor-to-ceiling glass spans the perimeter of the entire residence, filling this home with light. The layout is perfect for entertaining and provides privacy and comfort with en-suite bathrooms as well as a separate powder room for guests.
535 West End Avenue (CityRealty)
535 West End Avenue, #16 (Sotheby's International Realty)
From the Listing:
Located on the 16th floor of 535 West End Avenue, one of the most elegant condominiums on the Upper West Side, this full-floor, true six-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom residence with every exposures, north, south, east, and west, is the only apartment in the building with a private wraparound terrace. This bright and distinctive home boasts oversized windows in every room, offering approximately 6,637 square feet of internal space, in addition to an expansive 1,814-square-foot terrace. Apartment trades with garage space (approx.$437/month).
Located on the 16th floor of 535 West End Avenue, one of the most elegant condominiums on the Upper West Side, this full-floor, true six-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom residence with every exposures, north, south, east, and west, is the only apartment in the building with a private wraparound terrace. This bright and distinctive home boasts oversized windows in every room, offering approximately 6,637 square feet of internal space, in addition to an expansive 1,814-square-foot terrace. Apartment trades with garage space (approx.$437/month).
6 Available Listings for Sale from $6,999,999
The Brentmore, #4N/5W (Compass)
From the Listing:
A new era arrives: this large, elegant, fully renovated home is perfectly positioned in one of the most desired Central Park West buildings. A multi-year renovation, the result of a collaboration between architect Alexander Antonelli and interior designer Buzz Kelly, has transformed this grandly proportioned 5,800+ square foot duplex with 4 to 5 bedrooms, a formal living room, dining room, and a study into an exquisite classic with all the expected modern conveniences and luxuries filed with character via gleaming hardwood floors and superb millwork detailing throughout.
A new era arrives: this large, elegant, fully renovated home is perfectly positioned in one of the most desired Central Park West buildings. A multi-year renovation, the result of a collaboration between architect Alexander Antonelli and interior designer Buzz Kelly, has transformed this grandly proportioned 5,800+ square foot duplex with 4 to 5 bedrooms, a formal living room, dining room, and a study into an exquisite classic with all the expected modern conveniences and luxuries filed with character via gleaming hardwood floors and superb millwork detailing throughout.
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