Manhattan Sales:
- For the week ending August 16, 2024, $436,081,481 worth of transactions across 244 condo, condop, and cooperative deals were recorded
- 116 condo sales came to an aggregate price of $263,252,143
- Eight condop sales came to an aggregate price of $10,096,352
- 120 co-op sales came to an aggregate price of $162,732,986
In this article:
In recent years, soaring supertalls and architecturally bold designs have captured the spotlight—and commanded steep prices. However, as the week ending August 16, 2024, shows, Manhattan's luxury buyers still have a deep appreciation for the city's architectural history. Three of the week's five priciest sales were in new buildings that thoughtfully honor their historic, often landmarked, surroundings. The other two top sales took place in buildings that have played a key role in elevating their neighborhoods.
Superior Ink, #12C (Compass)
Chief among them was the only eight-figure sale recorded last week: Residence #12C at the Robert A.M. Stern-designed Superior Ink closed for $15,850,000, or just under the asking price when it entered contract in spring 2024. The buyer conducted the transaction through a trust, and public records identify the sellers as finance executive Edward Nicoll and his wife, Helen Nicoll. The Real Deal notes that they stand to make a small profit, having bought it for $13.5 million in 2009, and that they bought a massive Miami house in 2015.
Further uptown, another Stern building triumphed. The maisonette at 20 East End Avenue, a modern interpretation of prewar architecture, closed for $9,200,000; while well below the asking price of $10,895,000 when it entered contract in July 2024, it was still good enough for the week's top Upper East Side sale and third-highest overall. With five bedrooms and five baths spread across three floors and over 4,700 interior square feet, the apartment pays tribute to prewar proportions as well.
Beckford House & Tower
Directly to the west, companion buildings Beckford House and Beckford Tower were instrumental in transforming their stretch of Second Avenue and breathing new life into Yorkville's residential market. Both condominiums feature limestone and brick facades and impeccably detailed apartments, in nods to the local history, and luxury amenities to cater to the modern buyer. Beckford Tower, the taller of the two, was home to the week's fifth-highest sale, Residence #18B, which sold for $7,800,000.
But for all the respectful touches today's architects put on their new buildings, some would say there is no substitute for the originals. 174 Duane Street was originally constructed as a loft building in 1910 in what is now the Tribeca West Historic District; amidst its conversion to a small handful of high-end condos, the red brick facade and original architectural details were carefully preserved. The three-bedroom Residence #C had the week's second-highest sale at $9,800,000 in what appears to have been an off-market deal.
812 Park Avenue, #7/8C (Corcoran Group)
Additionally, the week's top co-op sale and fourth-highest overall took place in the J.E.R. Carpenter-designed 812 Park Avenue, an early entrant on the Upper East Side's cooperative scene and a gold medal winner from the New York chapter of the American Institute of Architects. Residence #7/8C, a grand four-bedroom duplex, closed for $9,000,000.
Also of note last week, three sales were recorded at Claremont Hall, Morningside Heights' tallest tower and yet another Stern design in the heart of Union Theological Seminary's campus. The apartments start on top of Union Theological Seminary classrooms, offices, and faculty housing to make the most of Hudson River and Riverside Park views, and amenities include a library, fitness center, and indoor pool with Gothic ceilings and original chandeliers. Another great perk of the building is its proximity to Columbia University, Barnard College, Teachers College, and Manhattan School of Music. Coincidentally, the sales were recorded about two weeks before classes start at Columbia on September 3.
Claremont Hall (Corcoran Group)
Beckford Tower, #18B (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing:
This grand high-floor residence opens to a generous entry foyer featuring striking herringbone flooring with an adjoining gallery. Pre-war sensibility and a contemporary aesthetic blossoms into full-display with a spacious custom-designed Christopher Peacock windowed eat-in kitchen showcasing a spectacular Statuary marble countertop and backsplash and breakfast room. Adjacent to the kitchen, the pre-war and contemporary harmonious composition continues with a formal separate windowed dining room connecting to an expansive corner living room displaying prime south and west views, meticulous detailing by Studio Sofield, high 11-foot ceilings, and rift and quarter-sawn 4-inch wide white oak flooring with herringbone pattern.
This grand high-floor residence opens to a generous entry foyer featuring striking herringbone flooring with an adjoining gallery. Pre-war sensibility and a contemporary aesthetic blossoms into full-display with a spacious custom-designed Christopher Peacock windowed eat-in kitchen showcasing a spectacular Statuary marble countertop and backsplash and breakfast room. Adjacent to the kitchen, the pre-war and contemporary harmonious composition continues with a formal separate windowed dining room connecting to an expansive corner living room displaying prime south and west views, meticulous detailing by Studio Sofield, high 11-foot ceilings, and rift and quarter-sawn 4-inch wide white oak flooring with herringbone pattern.
1 Available Listing for Sale for $5,250,000
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812 Park Avenue, #7/8C (Corcoran Group)
From the Listing:
Move right in to this beautifully renovated and immaculately maintained 10 into 9 room duplex in one of J.E.R. Carpenter’s most desirable buildings. The cozy entrance vestibule leads to a truly impressive gallery with a sweeping circular staircase, setting the tone for grand entertaining and gracious living, with ceiling heights of 10 feet throughout the first floor. Arched openings lead to a cozy paneled and lacquered library with wet bar and a light filled living room. The south facing dining room is entered through well scaled double doors and leads to a carefully outfitted pantry, with icemaker and wine refrigerator, and a light filled kitchen with dining area. Upstairs, a spacious landing leads to the sunny south facing primary bedroom, complete with marble bath and two walk-in closets. Two additional spacious bedrooms and windowed bathrooms face north, across the hall. There is a second-floor laundry room as well as a cozy two room staff suite, complete with full bath.
Move right in to this beautifully renovated and immaculately maintained 10 into 9 room duplex in one of J.E.R. Carpenter’s most desirable buildings. The cozy entrance vestibule leads to a truly impressive gallery with a sweeping circular staircase, setting the tone for grand entertaining and gracious living, with ceiling heights of 10 feet throughout the first floor. Arched openings lead to a cozy paneled and lacquered library with wet bar and a light filled living room. The south facing dining room is entered through well scaled double doors and leads to a carefully outfitted pantry, with icemaker and wine refrigerator, and a light filled kitchen with dining area. Upstairs, a spacious landing leads to the sunny south facing primary bedroom, complete with marble bath and two walk-in closets. Two additional spacious bedrooms and windowed bathrooms face north, across the hall. There is a second-floor laundry room as well as a cozy two room staff suite, complete with full bath.
3 Available Listings for Sale from $4,850,000
20 East End Avenue, #M (Corcoran Group)
From the Listing:
Designed in the style of classic pre-war apartment houses, this palatial home features soaring ceilings, expansive casement windows, custom designed moldings, and Appalachian oak flooring with a walnut stain. The Maisonette offers a gracious entry gallery with a grand staircase that connects entertaining and living spaces to the home's private quarters above. This residence is washed with natural light throughout and features a substantial chef's kitchen with Gaggenau 400 series appliances and millwork custom designed by Stern.
Designed in the style of classic pre-war apartment houses, this palatial home features soaring ceilings, expansive casement windows, custom designed moldings, and Appalachian oak flooring with a walnut stain. The Maisonette offers a gracious entry gallery with a grand staircase that connects entertaining and living spaces to the home's private quarters above. This residence is washed with natural light throughout and features a substantial chef's kitchen with Gaggenau 400 series appliances and millwork custom designed by Stern.
Superior Ink condos and townhouses
From the Listing:
Sweeping, sparkling river and open city views from this magical high floor residence at the Superior Ink Building are “stop you in your tracks” beautiful. This five bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom home features over 4,100 square feet across a floor-through layout with high ceilings and wonderfully big windows to capture the views. Purchased directly from the sponsor as one apartment, the current owners have completely renovated and seamlessly combined what exists as two apartments on other floors in the building. A chic wood paneled entrance gallery opens into a dramatic corner living room with mesmerizing Hudson River views.
Sweeping, sparkling river and open city views from this magical high floor residence at the Superior Ink Building are “stop you in your tracks” beautiful. This five bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom home features over 4,100 square feet across a floor-through layout with high ceilings and wonderfully big windows to capture the views. Purchased directly from the sponsor as one apartment, the current owners have completely renovated and seamlessly combined what exists as two apartments on other floors in the building. A chic wood paneled entrance gallery opens into a dramatic corner living room with mesmerizing Hudson River views.
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