10 Most Expensive Luxury Homes In New York City

New York City is home to 9 million people. It is the most populated city in the United States. It is extremely congested and densely populated. The result of this is colossal towers and buildings consisting of apartments and residences. There is no space of a two-storey home like in most of the cities in the US.

New York City also consists of extremely powerful, influential, and most importantly, wealthy people in the world. Everyone from businessmen, fashion designers and movie stars reside in NYC. This resulted in the development and construction of the most luxurious homes one can find. So, if you have a few hundred million dollars lying around, this is a list to look out for.

1. 172 Madison Avenue (98 million dollars)

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This address is the most prestigious address in the world. A condominium or penthouse in this building would be worth more every year. People purchasing a property at Madison Avenue is someone who would be recognised by everyone. 172 Madison is a luxury amenity galore. A normal person would be overwhelmed with the kind of provisions at this place. The quintuplex (a word which was specially created for this kind of home) penthouse is a 19000 square feet home with 11 bedrooms, 14 bathrooms, a private pool, jacuzzi and 3500 square feet of terrace space. So, if you have 98 million dollars to avail, this is your place to be.

2. Woolworth Tower Residences (30 million dollars)

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Even writing about these apartments would a need a more luxurious font. The Woolworth Towers were designed and built by the renowned French architect Thierry W Despont. The view from these residences sore over to the farthest horizon. A culmination of 32 luxurious condominiums pleases the eyes with its every detail. From overly unnecessarily huge windows to humungous kitchen workspaces and private terraces, these residences have it all. When you get to 233 Broadway, you are bound to feast your eyes to this beauty. With 30 million dollars’ worth of 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, one can live lavishly in the 7000 square feet condo.

3. Madison Square Park Tower (77 million dollars)

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New York looks absolutely enchanted at 777 feet above the ground. If you wish to capture a view like that, penthouses in the Madison Square Park Tower are the right place to be at. But it will not be so easy since you would need a minimum of 4 million dollars to a peak of 77 million dollars to reside in this gorgeous building. The 13000 square feet penthouses atop the building has half a more bathrooms than the 6 bedrooms. They each take up all the space on 63rd, 64th and 65th floor giving a 360-degree view of New York

4. 35 Hudson Yards (30 million dollars)

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This list would go redundant if the tallest residence building is not included in it. The Brobdingnagian building of 92 floors, 35 Hudson Yards, one does not experience just one building but a whole new construction of a modern neighbourhood construction in the West of Manhattan. Everything from 14 acres of lush parks, shopping centres and exquisite culinary is available here. It is a whole different world. Prices of each condominium hovers between 5 and 30 million dollars. One can get 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. Living here would be a lifestyle, and to experience New York, it could be the perfect place.

5. 565 Broome SoHo (40 million dollars)

Soho was once a paradise for modern artistry. This building is homage to such contemporary art. The south penthouse with 4 bedrooms and bathrooms is worth 40 million dollars. The 10000 square feet property stands amidst various amenities and facilities. The locality is an absolute bliss with state-of-the-art architecture and landscape.

Now that we have learnt that such properties have value not only based on the excellent skill of the people who have built these properties, but also on the locality. The area in which these buildings are built have office spaces and dineries which compliment each of these buildings perfectly. One can enjoy and cherish everything around their home, that is, if they do not find everything within their residences itself, because really, these homes have it all. I mean if one is paying such vast amounts of capital to purchase such stunning homes, it would be a let down if the amenities did not match up to the look.

6. The Atelier(85 million dollars)

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7. 220 Central Park (238 million dollars)

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The most expensive house ever sold in the US is in this magnificent building situated right at Central Park. The casual 238 million dollar penthouse sold to billionaire Ken Griffin is just one of his many properties. The penthouse is a 4 storeyed from the 50th floor to the 53rd. It is a whopping 23000 square feet big which more than a big mansion. Even though this penthouse is so iconic, previously owned by Calvin Klein, it is still the tip of the iceberg because the building which was made by the renowned Robert A.M. Stern just oozes of luxury. A pool, library, fitness centre, squash court, game room are just a minute number of amenities at this place. The “Billionaire Bunker” has only 3 bedrooms, but they are so big that it is easy to get lost in each of them. The pictures of the interior had been kept private for a long time but have been released recently. Feast your eyes.

8. CitySpire West 56th Street (100 million dollars)

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Let me just start by saying that the penthouse it is octagonal in shape. It has 6 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms. It is less of a house and more of a labyrinth. Well, the most grandeur one you can find and in which one would need 100 million dollars to get lost in. Steven Klar owns the penthouse for 25 years and let us suppose he loves it. Just the terrace is 3000 square feet with 8000 square feet of lush carpet and wood to bless your feet with. This piece of art is well worth its value. It reminds the viewer of Versailles due to its chandeliers and vintage furnishing. A total of 135 windows gives a whole new perspective of the blissful city.

9. 53 West 53rd(64 million dollars)

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The architecture is inspired by French structures and is designed by the famous Jean Nouvel. Lounges with high ceilings with a view to the Central Park, 65 foot pool, a private park with formal dining and much more can be found in this plush condominium building. The 4 bedroom PH76 suite is the most expensive penthouse in the building with a value of 64 million dollars. It has 8000 square feet of luxurious space bejewelled with state of the art furniture.

10. 432 Park Avenue (79 million dollars)

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The penthouse on floor 92 and 93, purchased by the founder of Sanders Capital, Lewis Sanders, is 8000 square feet home has 6 bedrooms, worth originally for 79 million dollars. Sanders spent an extra 1 million dollars just for staff quarters in the house. The whole building has access to a lot of luxurious facilities but they are not allowed to the exclusive amenities which are reserved for the owners of the no.92/93. This is also the tallest resident building in the world match the 35 Hudson Yard. The residents receive free entertainment tickets, private charters, a state of the art private theatre, and a 2000 bottle wine cellar. As you can see, it is a bit much, but what else can you expect from such a magnificent residence.

It is pretty clear from this list that the kind of money and capital needed even to access such properties is absolutely colossal. It is unsaid that you are bound to see a number of celebrities and well known businessmen in these resident buildings. So, if you need a luxury apartment in the most fabled addresses in the world, be sure to stock up the bank account.