Manhattan Contracts: Iconic East Side townhouse and Joe Jonas' Nolita home find buyers; Arloparc's $19.75M penthouse in-contract

By CityRealty Staff | From Goldilocks Blocks Monday, February 12, 2024

124 East 70th Street, #TH (Douglas Elliman)

As Manhattan's top contracts from February 5-11, 2024 show, Tribeca's status as one of Manhattan's most highly coveted neighborhoods among luxury buyers shows no sign of fading away. Just over a year after Jennifer Gates' $51 million purchase of Penthouse H at 443 Greenwich Street, which ranked among the top celebrity contracts of 2023, the book bindery turned celebrity favorite condominium is back on top: Penthouse E had the week's top contract with an asking price of $28,000,000.

The nearly 5,000-square-foot triplex unit is crowned with a 1,254-square-foot private rooftop terrace, and it comes with a deeded indoor parking space with electric vehicle charging. Olshan Realty's market report notes that the unidentified seller bought it from the sponsor for $20,185,527 in February 2017, and that the asking price represents a reduction from $32.5 million when it was listed in July 2023.

443 Greenwich Street, #PHE (Compass)

A short distance from 443 Greenwich Street, the top townhouse contract and third-highest overall was for 182 Franklin Street, the Tribeca cheese store turned home of acclaimed architect Thierry Despont. It has been on and off the market since October 2021, when Mr. Despont listed it for $25 million; after over three years, a price reduction, and Mr. Despont's death, it has entered contract with an asking price of $19,500,000

But for all the allure of converted Tribeca lofts, the glamour of the Upper East Side has not been forgotten. The week's second-highest contract was for the penthouse at Arloparc, a new development boutique condominium near a number of East 86th Street transportation options, which was asking $19,750,000. The duplex residence has five bedrooms plus media and entertaining rooms, five full baths, two powder rooms, 5,628 interior square feet, and a 1,149-square-foot private roof terrace in addition to two private balconies. The contract comes approximately three months after sales launched, and Olshan identified the buyer only as a local.

The Upper East Side was also home to the week's second-highest townhouse contract and seventh-highest overall: 124 East 70th Street, the last New York townhouse designed by Modernist architect William Lescaze and asking $10,750,000. According to a March 2022 profile in Curbed, when it was initially listed for $13,500,000, it is also known as the Norman House in honor of Dorothy Norman, the photographer/activist who commissioned the house from Mr. Lescaze in 1941.

124 East 70th Street is distinguished at streetscape by its gray brick facade and unique glass blocks. On the inside, the listing notes that amidst a renovation to bring the townhouse's infrastructure into the 21st century, the owner researched and implemented the exact colors that Lescaze used to restore it to its original glory, an endeavor that resulted in it winning the Restoration Award from the Friends of the Upper East Side in 2015. It is being sold with the original Lescaze-designed furniture and built-ins, which have also been restored.

199 Mott Street, #2 (Compass); Joe Jonas (By Anthony Citranohttp://www.zigzaglens.com - Joe Jonas, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=18037682)

Also of note last week, the Nolita home of singer Joe Jonas entered contract with an asking price of $5,395,000, just short of Manhattan's top ten contracts. If it sells for the ask, Mr. Jonas would take a loss on it -- as per the New York Post, he bought the three-bedroom residence at 199 Mott Street as a bachelor pad for $5.6 million in March 2018 and initially listed it for $6.5 million in 2020; it has been on and off the market ever since. The contract comes weeks after he and ex-wife Sophie Turner reached a custody agreement for their two daughters.

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#10. 37 East 12th Street, #3
Last Ask: $7,250,000

Greenwich Village | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 3,028 ft²

37 East 12th Street, #3 (Compass)

From the Listing: Spanning the full third floor of this 1896-built Beaux Arts building, which includes the original cast iron facade, Residence Three pays homage to this history while offering a rare level of elevated detail and construction. With a private elevator entry, vaulted 13’ ceilings, original cast iron columns, five-inch walnut chevron-pattern flooring, and oversized northern and southern exposures, this 3,000-square-foot loft is a downtown dream. Entering the foyer and living room via the private elevator entrance, you are immediately struck by the vast southern light coming in from the four oversized windows, each of which is 5 feet wide and 9 feet tall, for 180 square feet of southern exposure. The living room itself is oversized as well, and includes a wood-burning fireplace, multiple closets and AV storage, and an office nook with an additional wet bar. Private basement storage included. See floor plan and full details here.

37 East 12th Street has no public availabilities.

#9. The Apthorp, #3GH
Last Ask: $7,500,000

Riverside Dr./West End Ave. | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 4,680 ft²

The Apthorp, #3GH (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: At over 4,600 square feet, this space is one of the largest contiguous corner units on the Upper West Side, and perfect for dinner parties, private events or simply relaxing at home. With the perfect balance of incredible proportions, character, light, view, location and building pedigree, this home represents a collector quality residence that you will seldom see. Currently a wide open flexible space, bring in your architect and create your dream home! Plans by renowned architect Alex Stojanovic have been designed to take advantage of the sweeping corner facing west toward Riverside Park. See floor plan and full details here.

The Apthorp has 4 public availabilities from $3,150,000.

#8 (tie). 840 Park Avenue, #34A
Last Ask: $9,750,000

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Cooperative | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths

840 Park Avenue, #34A (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: This elegant and refined 11-room duplex has been beautifully renovated and situated within one of Park Avenue's most coveted prewar cooperatives in the vibrant heart of Manhattan's Upper East Side. A spacious gallery welcomes you into the entertainment spaces, each adorned with floor-to-ceiling French doors and windows that gracefully open onto charming Juliet balconies. A generously sized, sunlit living room takes center stage, boasting an inviting wood-burning fireplace. The formal dining room overlooks a tranquil, tree-lined street to the south, offering an exquisite setting for hosting guests. A storage cage transfers with the apartment. See floor plan and full details here.

840 Park Avenue has no public availabilities.

#8 (tie). The Keller, #3A
Last Ask: $9,750,000

West Village | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4 Baths | 3,202 ft²

The Keller, #3A (Compass)

From the Listing: Last remaining full-floor residence offering unobstructed Hudson River views! Introducing Residence 3A, a 3,202-square-foot, corner 4-bed, 4-bath condominium with 9’8” ceilings, featuring sweeping southwestern views directly overlooking the Hudson River and Park. Each residence at The Keller offers 7” wide custom-stained European White Oak flooring, quarter-cut walnut clad entry doors, and high-efficiency central heating and cooling. The residence’s bespoke kitchen features custom cabinetry with a quarter-cut walnut finish and matte lacquer finish on ribbed panels, complemented by honed White Macaubas slab countertops and backsplash. See floor plan and full details here.

The Keller has 5 public availabilities from $2,250,000.

#7. 124 East 70th Street, #TH
Last Ask: $10,750,000

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Townhouse | 5 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths | 6,270 ft²

124 East 70th Street, # (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Welcome to one of Manhattan's most architecturally significant townhouses, located on 70th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues, considered one of the city's most beautiful and important townhouse blocks. The elevatored 4-story townhouse is over +6,700 square feet including a finished basement and connects to a unique 1-story studio building at the rear of its 100-foot lot. There is a central garden between the main house and the studio, plus a terrace on the roof of the studio overlooking the garden and townhouse. Ceiling heights are +10 feet throughout except for the entry and basement levels, where they are 9 feet and 8 feet respectively. The townhouse was designed to maximize light and a sense of peace and tranquility; it is remarkably bright and gets direct sunlight even on the first floor. See floor plan and full details here.

#6. 135 East 79th Street, #MAISONETTE
Last Ask: $11,600,000

Carnegie Hill | Condominium | 5 Bedrooms, 5 Baths | 3,709 ft²

From the Listing: Maisonette East is a bespoke 3,709-square-foot triple-mint duplex townhouse and garden. This magnificent home has soaring 10-foot ceilings, 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, chef's kitchen, well-appointed entertaining areas, and a stunning 1,000-square-foot private garden oasis. Enjoy a perfect sense of luxurious living and gracious entertaining when entering through the palatial foyer that includes double height ceilings, oversized coat closet and custom designed powder room. The voluminous living room seamlessly flows into the dining room, both with access to the garden which is perfect for everyday living and exquisite entertaining. Off of the dining room is a masterfully designed Christopher Peacock chef's kitchen including an oversized butler's pantry with refrigerated drawers and temperature-controlled built-in wine refrigerator. See floor plan and full details here.

135 East 79th Street has 2 public availabilities from $10,250,000.

#5. 385 West 12th Street, #PHW
Last Ask: $13,000,000 (-10.3%)

West Village | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4 Baths | 3,844 ft²

385 West 12th Street, #PHW (OFFICIAL)

From the Listing: Located in the West Village, this luxurious home offers four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and three exclusive terraces, each providing stunning views of the majestic river. Enter the residence via private elevator access and an impressive copper-finished door, setting the stage for the 3,844-square-foot masterpiece. The main entertaining area is truly captivating, featuring wide-plank walnut floors, high ceilings, and expansive walls adorned with art, bathed in natural light from southern, western, and northern exposures. As you step inside, a double-height solarium dining area and a fireplace lounge create an enchanting ambiance, framing the magnificent Hudson River sunsets. The spacious living room, enhanced with built-in features, is flanked by two private terraces, each offering panoramic water views and lush planter boxes. See floor plan and full details here.

385 West 12th Street has no public availabilities.

#4. 551W21, #15A
Last Ask: $15,250,000

Chelsea | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 4,264 ft²

551W21, #15A (The Agency Brokerage)

From the Listing: Indulge in the epitome of luxury living at this magnificent 4,264-square-foot haven nestled in the heart of West Chelsea. Elegance greets you as the elevator doors gracefully unveil your private sanctuary, opening into a breathtaking gallery boasting panoramic views of the Hudson River. The unobstructed vista of the Statue of Liberty serves as a majestic backdrop to this architectural masterpiece. Exuding opulence, the expansive living room, adorned with corner windows facing southwest, invites an abundance of natural light to illuminate the space. With ceilings soaring to approximately 11 feet and oak herringbone floors, each room boasts an airy and spacious ambiance, perfect for both relaxation and entertainment. The eat-in chef's kitchen was designed to perfection by Molteni. See floor plan and full details here.

551W21 has 7 public availabilities from $3,999,999.

#3. 182 Franklin Street, #NA
Last Ask: $19,500,000

Tribeca | Townhouse | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 10,000 ft²

182 Franklin Street, #NA (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire a landmark Tribeca mansion restored by world-famous designer! Entering off of Tribeca's picturesque Franklin Street, the inviting foyer leads you to a staircase and elevator connecting all the floors. The rear of the first floor is currently set up as an artist's studio, but would ideally make a wonderful children's playroom, media room, solarium, swimming pool, etc. The primary suite occupies the entire third floor complete with tremendous marble bath, dressing room, sauna, and enormous closet space. The grand dining room easily converts to a spectacular billiards room which shares the fourth floor with the chef's eat-in-kitchen. The crown jewel of this home is the penthouse great room on the fifth floor. See floor plan and full details here.

#2. Arloparc, #PH
Last Ask: $19,750,000

Carnegie Hill | Condominium | 5 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths | 5,628 ft²

Arloparc, #PH (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: The Penthouse at ARLOPARC is a duplex 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom residence spanning 5,628 interior square feet and offering northern, southern, eastern, and western exposures. A dazzling private rooftop terrace of 1,149 square feet is complete with a European pergola and an outdoor kitchen offering sweeping views of the Midtown skyline, Central Park, and beyond. Arriving at the private entry foyer with marble flooring and custom Venetian plaster wall, you enter an expansive south-facing great room featuring an oversized gas fireplace with custom marble mantle. A wet bar with custom cabinetry by Scavolini, bar/beverage station, Waterworks fixtures, and a Miele espresso machine is perfect for entertaining, and a large balcony offers stunning views of the Midtown skyline. The residence features ceilings over 11' and European white oak flooring in a herringbone pattern throughout. See floor plan and full details here.

Arloparc has 4 public availabilities from $2,850,000.

#1. 443 Greenwich Street, #PHE
Last Ask: $28,000,000 (-13.8%)

Tribeca | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 5,000 ft²

443 Greenwich Street, #PHE (Compass)

From the Listing: Welcome to Penthouse E, one of just eight penthouse-level residences atop 443 Greenwich. Recently, Penthouse E underwent a full remodel by E.B.Min, of Min Design Co. in San Francisco, earning her team a prestigious SF Design Week Award. The spacious layout boasts 4,968 square feet of living space spread over the sixth and seventh floors, with a 1,254 square feet private rooftop terrace. There are four bedrooms, four-and-a-half bathrooms, a media room, kids’ space and a deeded indoor parking space with electric vehicle charging. Large timber beams and columns contrast with smooth, minimal surfaces and a restrained and elemental color palette. See floor plan and full details here.

443 Greenwich Street has no public availablities.

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#10. 37 East 12th Street, #3
Last Ask: $7,250,000

37 East 12th Street has no public availabilities.

#9. The Apthorp, #3GH
Last Ask: $7,500,000

The Apthorp has 4 public availabilities from $3,150,000.

#8 (tie). 840 Park Avenue, #34A
Last Ask: $9,750,000

840 Park Avenue has no public availabilities.

#8 (tie). The Keller, #3A
Last Ask: $9,750,000

The Keller has 5 public availabilities from $2,250,000.

#7. 124 East 70th Street, #TH
Last Ask: $10,750,000

#6. 135 East 79th Street, #MAISONETTE
Last Ask: $11,600,000

135 East 79th Street has 2 public availabilities from $10,250,000.

#5. 385 West 12th Street, #PHW
Last Ask: $13,000,000 (-10.3%)

385 West 12th Street has no public availabilities.

#4. 551W21, #15A
Last Ask: $15,250,000

551W21 has 7 public availabilities from $3,999,999.

#3. 182 Franklin Street, #NA
Last Ask: $19,500,000

#2. Arloparc, #PH
Last Ask: $19,750,000

Arloparc has 4 public availabilities from $2,850,000.

#1. 443 Greenwich Street, #PHE
Last Ask: $28,000,000 (-13.8%)

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