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From May 30-June 5, a total of 296 condo, co-op, and condop sales were recorded in Manhattan, strong numbers despite the Memorial Day holiday. The 126 condo closings came to a median price of $1.45 million, or $1,346 per square foot. The 166 co-op sales reported a median price of $755K.

220 Central Park South was unusually in second place last week, but is back on top despite a small price reduction: Apartment 36B, a two-bedroom, two-bath, sold for $23 million, or 7.6 percent below its last asking price of $24.9 million.
Further downtown, hospitality magnate Andre Balazs, whose portfolio includes the Mercer Hotel, sold his Soho condo for $10.35 million. The Real Deal notes that the sale comes 14 years after he originally listed it, and that it came in well above the $5.75 million he paid for it in 2007. When the apartment was relisted last fall, Mr. Balazs said he was spending more time in Europe and could always stay at the Mercer Hotel (right down the street!) when he was in New York.

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Carlton House, 21 East 61st Street
Carlton House, 21 East 61st Street Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St.
895 Park Avenue
895 Park Avenue Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St.
The Victoria, 7 East 14th Street
The Victoria, 7 East 14th Street Flatiron/Union Square
2 Fifth Avenue
2 Fifth Avenue Greenwich Village
150 West 87th Street
150 West 87th Street Broadway Corridor
895-Park-Avenue-01 895 Park Avenue via Warburg Realty
From May 31-June 6, a total of 31 luxury contracts at $4 million and up were signed in Manhattan. This is nine fewer than last week's total, but nevertheless maintains the 18-week streak of 30 or more contracts that Olshan Realty's market report has been tracking this year. The total weekly asking price sales volume came to $296,738,000.

A few short weeks after former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin's Park Avenue apartment had the year's top co-op contract, it has been dethroned by PHA at 895 Park Avenue, which was asking $29.5 million. The buyer was not identified, and the seller was identified only as an estate whose deceased owners purchased it from acclaimed conductor/composer Leonard Bernstein in 1974. Listing brokers Bonnie Chajet, Allison Chiaramonte, and Tania Isacoff Friedland of Warburg Realty declined to comment.

The top condo deal of the past week also boasts celebrity connections: Apartment 509 at The Plaza is also known as the Astor Suite, and has hosted the likes of John Jacob Astor, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, and John F. Kennedy. Its most recent owner was Juergen Friedrich, former head of European operations at Esprit, and he and his wife Anke Beck-Friedrich originally listed it for $55 million after a multi-million dollar renovation. But after several price reductions, the home entered contract at an asking price of $19.95 million and the couple took a loss on it - the New York Post notes that they purchased it for $25.49 million in 2007.






Top Sales
220-Central-Park-South-01 All images of 220 Central Park South via Vornado Realty Trust
220-Central-Park-South-02 Interiors via Sotheby's International Realty
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From the listing:
Located in the 67 story luxury tower of Manhattan’s latest “superstar” condominium wrapped in creamy Alabama silver limestone, designed by renowned architect, Robert A.M. Stern, and located on Billionaire’s Row just across from Central Park, this ultra-luxe 3,043-square-foot, 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath corner residence in mint condition, presents one of Manhattan’s most extraordinary views of Central Park. The residence is configured with enormous floor to ceiling windows spanning 67 feet of frontage on Central Park from the 35-foot living/dining room, as well as primary bedroom and kitchen, with superb views of the entire two and a half miles of the vast expanse of Central Park to the north, iconic Fifth Avenue and Central Park West skylines to the east and west, and filling the apartment with exceptional light from three exposures. There are just two apartments per floor, and the interiors, designed by famed interior designer, Thierry Despont, draw on classic prewar details with white oak herringbone floors, custom moldings and millwork.
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2 Available Listings from $33M

25-Park-Row-01 25 Park Row via Corcoran
16 Available Listings from $2.8M

158-Mercer-Street-01 All images of 158 Mercer Street via Douglas Elliman
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From the listing:
Located in the tallest loft building in Soho, 158 Mercer Street, Apartment 10M is one of the most remarkable full-floor homes available downtown. Customized by the current owner, famed hotelier André Balazs, this 4,200-square-foot, four-bedroom, two and a half bath home incorporates sophistication and elegance into a contemporary floorplan with one of a kind views overlooking downtown.

A key-locked elevator opens directly into the home where you will find yourself in a spacious foyer before heading down a long gallery that guides you into the enormous and naturally lit great room. Perfect for entertaining, the space includes a living room with a wood-burning fireplace that is encased in black Venetian plaster. A separate dining area is positioned by a corner den facing south and west with views of the Freedom Tower, the perfect setting to watch the sunset. A second sitting area with north and west views provides additional space for relaxation.

80-Columbus-Circle-01 All images of Residences at the Mandarin Oriental via Corcoran
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From the listing:
Residence 72A is situated high in the sky at the coveted Mandarin Oriental Hotel & Condominium, 80 Columbus Circle. This three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home enjoys breathtaking views of Central Park, the Hudson River, the George Washington Bridge, and the Manhattan skyline. The great room is an impressive 44'5" X 16'2" and boasts floor to ceiling walls of glass. Just off the great room is the kitchen featuring Miele and Sub-Zero appliances, granite countertops, and custom lacquered cabinetry, this modern oasis is ideal for entertaining.

The primary bedroom boasts incredible views of Hudson Yards, the Statue of Liberty, and spectacular color-filled Hudson River sunsets. It features an en-suite marble bathroom with an oversized soaking tub and large shower, plenty of space with a separate accessible closet, and a sliding door closet prewired for flat screen tv, audio/media equipment.
8 Available Listings from $3.95M

71-Laight-Street-01 All images of Sterling Mason via Douglas Elliman
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From the listing:
This expansive 3-4 bedroom, 4.5 bath home with over 11.5-foot ceilings is laid out with 3,243 square feet of luxurious comfort in mind. A grand foyer gallery, complete with marble powder room and large custom closet, welcomes you into this impressive residence. Upon entering the beautifully proportioned north east corner living room you are amazed by the grand scale, over 31 feet in length and soaring ceilings. Six large windows flood the room with light and reveal charming exposures towards Tribeca's charming historic cobbled streetscape.
4 Available Listings from $5.8M

Top Contracts
895-Park-Avenue-01 895 Park Avenue via CityRealty
895-Park-Avenue-02 Interiors via Warburg Realty
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From the listing:
Perched atop one of New York City's most exquisite prewar buildings, this sprawling 14-room apartment has it all – 6 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, stunning views of the city and Central Park, unparalleled natural light, grand-scale rooms, and significant private outdoor space. An embodiment of old-world glamour, this special apartment features soaring ceilings and original architectural details such as the original wood-burning fireplaces and wide-plank wood floors. But perhaps even more impressive than its glorious bones are the panoramic views from both the indoor and outdoor spaces on both levels.
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21-East-61st-Street-01 All images of Carlton House via Douglas Elliman
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From the listing:
A unique opportunity to live in the only 35-foot wide mansion with approximately 10,000 interior square feet plus an outstanding garden, terraces and enormous roof top terrace with a view of Central Park moments away from Fifth Avenue and the Park PLUS enjoy all the services and amenities of the exclusive Carlton House which include 24-hour doorman, resident manager and handymen, porters, a 65-foot swimming pool, professional fitness center and more. Enjoy a lifestyle which offers the tremendous space and privacy of a Mansion plus all the conveniences of a white glove residential building!

The Mansion has both a private entrance on tree lined 61st Street between Fifth and Madison Avenues as well as an entrance through the doorman and concierge attended lobby of the Carlton House. The Mansion has 3 exposures and is very light and bright. It is surrounded by approximately 2,700 square feet of outdoor garden, terraces and Juliette balconies. With its extraordinary width and depth, all the main living areas are on 4 floors instead of 5 or 6 as would be typical of a narrower townhouse. And also unlike traditional townhouses, the living spaces begin on the second floor, affording a lighter and more elevated living experience. It has a commercial grade elevator large enough to quickly whisk many guests at a time from the entrance level all the way to the rooftop terrace and which also goes to the lower level where you'll find the pool and fitness center.
6 Available Listings from $4.95M

1-Central-Park-South-01 All images of The Plaza via Compass
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From the listing:
This brilliant masterpiece, situated on the most desired corner of the iconic Plaza building, enjoys a magnificent vantage point yielding breathtaking views of Central Park and Fifth Avenue. The 4,299-square-foot, four-bedroom, four and a half bath residence boasts high-end museum-worthy interiors by architect S.R. Gambrel Inc., who employed master artisans that rebuilt Windsor Castle in England, in a complete transformation that is unparalleled in every last detail.

Exquisite custom millwork, soaring 12-foot ceilings, including those of tasteful old-world hand-drawn plaster, built-ins and fireplaces, rich English oak paneling, striking hand-hammered leather walls from France, and spectacular furnishings from around the world create the ultimate air of sophistication. This unique elegance is met by the latest modern features and systems, among them new HVAC with a humidifier for artwork, and state-of-the-art Savant that allows one-touch control of the lighting, audio, visual and temperature from your smartphone or iPad.
14 Available Listings from $999K

4-East-72nd-Street-01 All images of 4 East 72nd Street via Sotheby's International Realty
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From the listing:
Perched high atop 4 East 72nd Street, this massive and super stylish 13 room residence boasts sun flooded and well proportioned rooms throughout. An extremely desirable and versatile floor plan distinguishes this classic full floor prewar apartment. Accessed via a private elevator vestibule, the tremendous gallery opens to an exceedingly grand living room with three sets of large French windows and a handsome paneled library; both with wood burning fireplaces.

The gracious suite of entertaining rooms continues with an impressive formal dining room, also with fireplace and sweeping views of the city skyline over East 72nd Street. A powder room and coat closet are conveniently located just off the gallery. Beyond there is an enlarged white marble kitchen and a bright and cheery breakfast room and a wonderful study offering oblique views of Central Park. Located beyond there is a sizable laundry room and a large staff room with bath.
3 Available Listings from $11M

200-Amsterdam-Avenue-01 All images of 200 Amsterdam Avenue via Brown Harris Stevens
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From the listing:
Accessed via a semi-private landing this one-of-a-kind, 3,941-square-foot, five-bedroom, five and a half bath condominium offers an elegant, modern plan and spectacular views from every room within. A gracious foyer and gallery lead to the stunning corner living and dining area with 10’ ceilings, French white oak floors in a chevron pattern and soaring, floor to ceiling windows which frame spellbinding views of Central Park and the Midtown skyline. Innovative sliding glass panels allow for the option to have either an open or closed eat-in kitchen which is an extension of the home’s dramatic living areas. The Calacatta marble center island provides seating for three in addition to abundant work space and storage. State of the art appliances include an integrated oak paneled Sub-Zero refrigerator, freezer and wine chiller, a 48” Wolf Dual Fuel Range and a Miele speed oven, warming drawer and two dishwashers. A separate wet bar contains a sink and Sub-Zero refrigerator drawers.
18 Available Listings from $3.1M

Most Notable Price Gainers
2-Jane-Street-01 2 Jane Street via Brown Harris Stevens
From the listing:
Boho chic and centrally located, with 9 sun-filled windows wrapping the corner of cobblestoned Jane Street and Greenwich Avenue in the heart of west village historic district. With a flexible footprint, the current floor plan offers 2 bedrooms (or home office) and an open plan kitchen/dining/living area complete with a wall of shelving, top line 4 burner stove and a washer/dryer in unit. Rustic, original painted wood floors, original wood framed windows and doors, and exposed brick elements stay true to quintessential village aesthetic. The spa-like bath was architect designed, incorporating original brick wall elements, a stone floor and subway tiles as well as a custom vanity and high end Hansgrohe rain shower and Lacava sink. Seconds to subway, restaurants at your doorstep, local shops and all the neighborhood has to offer.
1 Available Listing for $975K

2-Fifth-Avenue-01 2 Fifth Avenue via Douglas Elliman
From the listing:
Perched high atop an iconic mid-century (circa 1952) Gold Coast Lower Fifth Avenue white glove cooperative bld is this rare offering of a truly spectacular sun filled and quiet 3-bedroom / 2-bathroom penthouse with approximated 2,250 square feet of private outdoor space. With extraordinary city, Hudson River, and sunset views from the apartment and terrace, features of this home include an elegant living/dining room with custom cabinetry, recessed lighting and a large picture window, a gorgeous stainless steel custom and expanded Bulthaup windowed kitchen w/60" vented Wolf range with 2 ovens, stainless Sub-Zero and Miele appliances, granite counters, and abundant storage with pantry. A separate bedroom wing offers a gracious primary bedroom w/endless custom closets, recessed lights & an en-suite bath w/glass enclosed W-I shower, marble vanity and oversized glass subway tiling, a spa-like hall bath w/built-in soaking tub, and two additional bedrooms with sweeping western views. A striking curved staircase takes you to your private rooftop oasis offering four separate lounging/entertainment areas, all with glorious light, sun and panoramic views.
3 Available Listings from $1.6M

51-West-131st-Street-01 51 West 131st Street via Compass
From the listing:
Meticulously renovated in 2020, the unit has smart recessed lighting throughout, a beautiful open kitchen with Hanssem Eco Flat cabinetry, Caesarstone countertops and new stainless-steel appliances. The Bathroom is an oasis of luxury with a pressure and temperature balancing shower body, rainfall shower head and a soaking tub. A heated Icera toilet seat and bidet round out the bathroom. With four large custom-built closets, Unit 2D has plenty of storage.
1 Available Listing for $595K

150-West-87th-Street-01 150 West 87th Street via Douglas Elliman
From the listing:
Fantastic opportunity to own a renovated classic 6 currently configured as a four-bedroom/ two-bathroom. This sophisticated home features pre-war charm and moldings, new floor, solid doors, and tasteful finishes. Enjoy an ideal layout with a large open concept living room, dining area, island with breakfast bar, and fully equipped Viking Kitchen. This sizable public area helps to get the family together to eat, play, watch TV… and entertain friends when circumstances allow. This is precisely what today’s buyers want. The three main bedrooms and main bathroom are located in a separate wing. There are 8 (yes, really!) closets and additional custom cabinetry to maximize organization and provide extra room for work-from-home and homeschooling materials, art supplies, and excess storage. As a bonus, you get your own in-unit Bosch washer/dryer: a must for young families.

7-East-14th-Street-01 The Victoria via Compass
From the listing:
Sun splashed, south-facing, sensational 1BR home at the Victoria! This totally turn-key modern residence features a functional layout with a well-proportioned living/dining space, wide-plank flooring, an open pass-through kitchen, a brand new luxurious bath, plentiful storage and a spacious bedroom
5 Available Listings from $499K

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