Elliot Bogod presents

Great opportunity-Last sponsor's residence at $3,000 per Sq.Ft! This stunning, fully-furnished, turnkey 2,525 Sq.Ft., 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath unit with custom interiors by Danish designer Thomas Juul Hansen, will impress the most discerning buyer. Perched high above the city, overlooking Central Park and the Hudson and East rivers, the views are breathtaking during the day and glamorous at night.

The gracious, windowed entry foyer with powder room leads into the elegant, corner living room and dining room with their stunning North and East exposures, soaring 10’6” ceilings, rift sown oak floors and custom light fixtures, perfect for grand entertaining. The gourmet open kitchen features a granite-topped island with built-in seating, Miele and Sub-Zero appliances and Smallbone of Devizes hand-crafted cabinetry. The large and private master bedroom suite offers South and East exposures with city views and an immense walk-in closet. A luxurious, master bathroom pampers with a Jacuzzi tub and separate shower, radiant heated floors, double sink topped vanities, polished Italian marble and Dornbracht fixtures. The second and third bedrooms are generously proportioned and also offer en-suite bathrooms with custom glass finishes and radiant heated floors. Only the finest fixtures and finishes have been used to create this masterpiece. Multi-zone climate control, Smart Home technology, motorized shades, customized closets and a Miele washer/dryer complete the comforts of this incomparable home.

One57 built by Extell Development Company and designed by Pritzker prize-winning architect, Christian De Portzamparc. soars above the now-iconic Billionaire's Row of Manhattan. Located on 57th Street the unparalleled building amenities and services include a 24 hour doorman and concierge, parking garage, fitness center, yoga studio, aquarium, pet wash room, library, screening room and private dining room. One57 residents also have access to the Park Hyatt’s five-star hotel services, including 24-hour room service, a triple-height indoor swimming pool overlooking Carnegie Hall, spa, steam rooms, bar and restaurant.

Address: One57, 157 West 57 Street, #32F, New York, NY 10019

Price: $7,750,000

For more information, please contact Elliot Bogod at 212-577-2270 or ebogod@broadwayrealty.com

Elliot Bogod is the exclusive agent representing the Upper West Side, New York City, NY real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

Photo Credit: Extell

Photo Credit: Extell

Photo Credit: Extell

Photo Credit: Extell

Photo Credit: Extell

Photo Credit: Extell

Photo Credit: Extell

Photo Credit: Extell

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The construction of One57 at 157 W 57th St in 2014, saw the term “Supertall” (referring to anything over 1,000 feet) first bandied about. When others of a similar ilk — 432 Park Ave., 53 W 53rd, and 220 Central Park South — also took to the skies, a pattern started to emerge and the name Billionaires' Row started to stick.

The ceilings on height were not only being shattered but along with them, sales numbers, too. Recently, Michael Dell, founder of the computer giant, reportedly spent $100.47 million on his One57 penthouse, making it the most expensive home purchase in New York to date. Word has it that 220 Central Park South, still under construction will host a $250 million quadruplex penthouse. Already topped out is the 53W53. Skyline neighbors include 432 Park Avenue and 30 Hudson Yards.

One of the newest members to this fraternity is the yet to be completed, Central Park Tower, at 217 West 57th Street, which is due to reach 1,550 feet. Many of the apartments will be asking more than $20 million.

Detractors often cite quality of life for the average New Yorker on the street  as an issue. The buildings cast huge shadows down below and traditionally have required enormous amounts of energy to heat and cool. Also as the sales numbers increase, the figures filter down through the rest of New York real estate and into the outer boroughs. Already cited as a city for the rich, the disparity between rich and poor increases.

432 Park Avenue

Amenity wise, as you would imagine, the super rich in the supertalls have everything imaginable. Pools, spas, gyms, wall-length aquariums, lounges, screening and performance rooms, dining and conference rooms make these hotels in the sky. But many would argue what’s the point of living in New York, the vibrancy, the neighborhoods and culture when you are closeted away in the clouds? If you have an apartment on Billionaire’s Row, that’s probably not your reason for owning NY real estate.

Who can actually afford these buildings? Clearly popping into your local high-street bank and asking for a mortgage on a $100-million condo isn’t going to work. Many of the sales are, unsurprisingly for all, cash purchases with foreign investors looking for a safe haven to park their money in a market, which historically has only ever gone up in value. Many of the condos often stay vacant for much of the year.

The advent of advanced architectural technology to counteract the effect of high winds means that supertall towers are not only here to stay but may be destined to go even higher. 

Chicogo-based architect Adrian Smith, who along with his partner, Gordon Gill, has formed one of the pre-eminent architecture firms with expertise in designing supertall towers such as the Burj Khalifa and Jeddah Tower (the world’s tallest) in Dubai feels, naturally, that going higher can only be viewed as a positive.

“The supertall tower can be a symbol of success and optimism for the future of any city.,” he told  curbed.com. “If cities don’t continue to build and improve their conditions, they will usually go into decline…I think the visionary leaders are saying, 'Build it right and they will come.'” 

Even if they don’t stay.

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And what better way to experience life like a billionaire than to live where they live? On Billionaires’ Row in Manhattan or LA. In Washington state alongside other Seattle-area billionaires. Quite a few billionaires, including Bill Gates, live in The Evergreen State. It's all about location, location, location. And billionaire boldness.

Live Like Bloomberg In New York

For years, even during his tenure as mayor of New York City, billionaire Bloomberg has resided in a Beaux Arts townhouse on the Upper East Side. And to surf NYC's mega-mansion wave, Bloomberg has slowly been acquiring multiple apartments adjacent to his current residence with hopes to eventually combine the neighboring townhouse and his current home to create the megamansion of all mansions, thereby joining the realty ranks of his fellow billionaires.

Where's the next best place to live if your not Bloomberg? On Billionaires' Row in Manhattan. On the 85th Floor. On West 57th Street.

157 West 57th Street Fl 85, New York, New York. Courtesy of Sotheby’s International Realty.

At this address, you too will be able to experience the world class views offered on Billionaires' Row. This tri-level residence is located in the Tower of the iconic One57 Condominium and spans 6,240 square feet.

157 West 57th Street Fl 85, New York, New York. Courtesy of Sotheby’s International Realty.

It contains an almost 30-foot private landing made of textured stone. Floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall windows enhance the 360 degree views of the entire Manhattan skyline, Central Park, the East and Hudson Rivers, the Statue of Liberty and beyond. There's no part of New York City's crème de la crème that you won't be able to see from your home.

157 West 57th Street Fl 85, New York, New York. Courtesy of Sotheby’s International Realty.

The entire apartment is equipped with a Vantage AV System to control, lights, music, shades and security. With a touch of a button, your home transforms into the New York Parthenon that it is, elegantly seated atop the metropolis that never sleeps.

Live Like Buffett In LA

There’s a reason why Buffett purchased a vacation home in Los Angeles. The beach views. The city views. The California sunshine. Living here is a seven-day weekend. And that's also the reason as to why an exclusive breed of super-developers in Los Angeles have made waves by creating mega mansions in an incompatible area of Beverly Hills dubbed Billionaire's Row.

9305 Nightingale Drive, Los Angeles, California 90069. Courtesy of Christie’s International Real Estate.

You can now live on Billionaire's Row, in billionaire luxury style and on Nightingale Drive, the sunset strip’s most coveted street.

9305 Nightingale Drive, Los Angeles, California 90069. Courtesy of Christie’s International Real Estate.

You can live in this contemporary chic home that has all the elements befitting this ideal location. Expansive rooms. Dramatic views. And custom woods, along with fire and water elements, that create a warmth rarely seen in modern day architecture.

9305 Nightingale Drive, Los Angeles, California 90069. Courtesy of Christie’s International Real Estate.

Floor-to-ceiling windows exist throughout this real estate extravaganza, bringing the outside in and helping to provide a jaw-dropping backdrop to the panoramic city views below. Outdoors, there is a fantastic infinity-edged pool and spacious fire pit area to rival the home’s interior for entertaining possibilities.

9305 Nightingale Drive, Los Angeles, California 90069. Courtesy of Christie’s International Real Estate.

Make It Rain Like Bezos In Seattle

Bezos and Bill Gates live in Seattle, along with a dozen other billionaires who live in Washington State. So, by living in Seattle, you could be part of that Washington billionaire elite club.

Bezos is the first centi-billionaire, meaning he has a fortune worth over a $100 billion. Not too shabby for the CEO who created that online one-stop shop, Amazon. If you added all the wealth of the billionaires, their worth would total a combined $9.1 trillion.  That's trillion with a T! Who wouldn't want to partake in that pot of gold?

XX 2nd Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98121. Courtesy of Moira E. Holley.

So, for buyers with deep, deep pockets, this is another mega-million, not-so-humble abode in Seattle. This ultra-luxury penthouse has the most spectacular views of Seattle's iconic Space Needle, also deemed a landmark of the Pacific Northwest.

XX 2nd Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98121. Courtesy of Moira E. Holley.

This modern bi-level offers just under 6,000 square feet of luxury living space designed to enhance and provide an elegant, sophisticated framework for unparalleled views of Seattle and its urban surroundings.

XX 2nd Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98121. Courtesy of Moira E. Holley.

This modern marvel is meticulously constructed from a sophisticated palette of exotic hardwoods, artisan metals and natural stone surfaces and is offered with a full suite of custom-made furnishings. Amenities include: 24/7 door staff, pool, gym, spa, running track, garden and tennis court.

XX 2nd Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98121. Courtesy of Moira E. Holley.

As Buffett said: “I really like my life. I’ve arranged my life so that I can do what I want.” This sentiment gives you license to do the same and more. Take it from the billionaire pros: when you say "yes" to living luxuriously in billionaire style and elegance, you'll not only be doing what you want like Buffett, but you'll be living where you want, in the style you want. And that's billionaire brass at its best.

Top Image: 157 West 57th Street Fl 85, New York, New York. Courtesy of Sotheby’s International Realty.

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252 East 57th Street, designed by Roger Duffy of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), only opened its doors six months ago but has already reached 80% capacity.

“We’re building a very strong community of people,” says the building’s director of sales, Pamela D’Arc. “This is not one of those dark buildings, people really want to live here.”

And why wouldn’t they? While the building might stand a relatively short (by billionaire’s row standards) 712 feet, it does not short you on amenities. Residents of the 95 condos are welcome to enter through a 14-foot wide, 30-foot tall gated couchere on 56th Street, which is perfect for parking a singular vehicle or an entire motorcade.

Condos start on the 36th floor of the 65-story tower. Residents can choose from 20 different floor plans, hand-selected by architect Daniel Romualdez, who has reportedly designed interiors for the likes of Mick Jagger and other prominent celebrities.

The unique attraction of the condos are curving windows that offer different exposures in each unit. The designers call it the “S” curve.

“If the apartment faces south and west you can still get a northern exposure,” D’Arc explains. “It offers an architectural uniqueness that really sets this building apart.

Duffy’s inspiration for the S-curve came from famed Finnish architect Alvar Aalto. The tower was designed to resemble the gentle curves of the widely reproduced vase Aalto made in 1937 for a restaurant in Helsinki. The building pays homage to Aalto by dubbing its 169 rental units in the lower portion of the tower Aalto57.

Separating those rental units from the condos are three amenity floors featuring a private lounge, library, dining room, catering kitchen, billiards room, theater, fitness center, spa, a 75-foot swimming pool and a 70-foot terrace. There are also two visitor guest suites and a dog playground and grooming station. Beneath the building, 252 East 57th boasts the largest automated parking garage in New York, which is reserved exclusively for owners.

D’Arc says residents have been making the most of the amenity spaces, routinely hosting dinner parties and events. The building concierge tends to all needs, from booking a masseuse for the sauna to ordering dinner to the apartment.

Of course, residents won’t have to travel far for dinner as there is a Whole Foods next door. D’Arc says the grocery has helped give this portion of Midtown adjacent to the lavish Sutton Place a more “neighborhood” feel.

“We think there is a great opportunity on this end of 57th,” D’Arc says. “It is not as crowded as the rest of Midtown but you are still blocks away from tons of great shops and restaurants.”

In terms of pricing, condos are reportedly selling in the $10-$15 million range. Shoe mogul, Steve Madden shelled out $12.2 million for a unit last September. In October, 252 East 57th unveiled its priciest unit: a 8,139 square-foot penthouse on the top floor.

The unit features six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, two private balconies and views of both the George Washington and Verrazano bridges. With a price tag of $37.5 million it’s being marketed as a bargain.

With its combination of price and design, 252 East 57th feels like an admirable addition to billionaire’s row.

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