Psst. Hear that? It's the Sex and the City theme song: that xylophonic do-do-do-do; do-do-do-do . . . aaahhh. And what do we see next? A tutu-clad Carrie Bradshaw walking the streets of New York City and getting splashed by a moving bus driving through a puddle. Plastered on the side of that bus is a gigantic promotional poster that displays none other than the sexy Bradshaw herself, captioned: Carrie Bradshaw Knows Good Sex. This is how we first met Carrie Bradshaw. This is the moment Sex and the City became must-see, Sunday night TV.

Filmed over six seasons in New York City, Sex and the City was one of the most popular television series of its time. We related to at least one of the fab four (if not all of them), felt the eclectic vibe of New York City, and so identified with those authentic dating scenario depictions. We connected with Carrie, a sex columnist, who philosophized about the Manhattan dating scene in her newspaper column, drawing from her own experiences and those of her three girlfriends. Her stories became our stories, and vice versa.

We too eventually befriended Carrie's three girlfriends: the self-sufficient and sexually adventurous Samantha, the cynical and headstrong Miranda, and the idealistic and naive Charlotte. We then accompanied the gal pals throughout their experiences of love, betrayal, joy, surprise and disappointment. As well as their real estate moves throughout their highly successful careers.

In our own relationships, we found ourselves asking: What would Carrie do? And the answer always led to some adventurous answer. Nowadays, we may find ourselves asking the question: Where would each of the fab four now be living? If curious, turn up that now-iconic theme song, and tune into the realty below to get the answers.

Carrie's Digs

Carrie’s marriage to the charismatic and now-emotionally-available Mr. Big is still the defining relationship in her life, as well as New York City itself and her three friends. Carrie remains very warm, concerned for and loyal to her friends, and asking questions about her fabulous life.

And this palatial loft in Manhattan -where she now lives with Mr. Big- leaves room for all of the above and then some.

Carrie's rooftop party days in the Meatpacking District have been replaced with these off the charts, lofty ceilings.

Carrie's bachelorette chair in her rent controlled apartment has been replaced with a custom floor-to-ceiling bookcase and two leather armchairs. There's enough space here for an influx of infinite ideas to pour through. A writer's dream space.

Carrie's love for expensive shoes and designer clothes makes her the perfect fit for this walk-in couture closet.

Samantha's Loft

Samantha Jones is still interested in having fun and entertains herself and her friends on a regular basis. And this super-sized apartment is the perfect residence for her to do so. Samantha still overdoes things, as the epicurean and hedonist that she is, but SJ does it all with high-end class. And this Manhattan home -her home- proves it.

Samantha's bedroom screams high-class.

The arched window is a delicacy. And the red flower in the table's center will later serve as Carrie's red flower lapel when she and Samantha meet for drinks.

Samantha's sushi skills pay off in her sleek kitchen.

Charlotte's Co-Op

Charlotte York achieved the perfect love, the perfect marriage and the perfect family. And now, she has achieved Manhattan's perfect palatial pad.

Refined, respectable and feminine. Three adjectives that not only describe Charlotte but her kitchen as well.

This dining area serves to accommodate Charlotte in staying the eternal optimist.

And this bedroom surely keeps Charlotte smiling.

Miranda's Apartment

Miranda Hobbes is still very orderly and a devoted rule-follower but has learned to embrace her softer, wilder side. She's back from Brooklyn with her family and once again resides in Manhattan.

Brady's room is a dream come true for him.

Morning coffee is had here before Miranda runs off to the office.

Miranda and Steve watch reruns on the couch in this cozy chic room.

Carrie, New York’s most fabulous former single lady, and her three girlfriends remain our go-to girls for all things love, life, fashion and real estate. Each of the ladies had a love affair with New York City - and those of us who watched Sex and the City still do. As we know, a great love affair never ends. Particularly not for Mr. and Mrs. Big.

All images courtesy of Christie's International Real Estate

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There's no other city in the United States that embraces glitz more than New York City. From legendary nightlife, to high-end fashion, to world-class dining, to glittering entertainment venues ― the whole world exists inside New York City. And so, crazy/sexy/cool penthouse living is no surprise. Such a lifestyle brings home that Sex and the City swank by flirting with the Manhattan skyline, flaunting provocative amenities and stripping down to bare clean-lined, contemporary living. In the most seductive locations, of course.

If you’re living the high life in NYC, spend your money where you can live it: in a grand scale apartment that will bring a hassle-free NYC home to you.

TRIBECA: 56 Leonard St., #53-54

This home is no urban penthouse myth. It's a Manhattan luxury lush landmark built in 2015.

56 Leonard St, New York, NY 10013.

Nineteen rooms with an interior just under 12,000 square feet. Multiple grand terraces, multiple fireplaces, 14-foot ceilings and seamless floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning panoramic views of the city. This home is the new, new modern that defines NYC-style luxury living at its most elegant.

56 Leonard St, New York, NY 10013.

Inundated with natural light, this home-in-the-sky also provides a serenity and soft slumber -when so desired- in the city that never sleeps.

56 Leonard St, New York, NY 10013.

The most stunning sunrises and sunsets imaginable are experienced daily.

56 Leonard St, New York, NY 10013. Photo: courtesy of Zillow.com

The building itself provides full services and amenities including a 75-foot swimming pool, a fitness center, a 24-hour attended lobby and much more. This is an unreal, real estate opportunity to live like Mr. Big in an ultra de luxe, 21st-century penthouse that is like no other. Anywhere.

MIDTOWN WEST: 635 West 42nd St., #41H

635 West 42nd St., #41H, New York. NY. Photo: courtesy of Christie's International Real Estate.

Sweeping skyline views! 41H is a perfectly situated apartment on an exceptionally high floor overlooking the city, with jaw-dropping unobstructed views of the Hudson River. And it's located in that part of the city that is ideal - allowing effortless access to any other part of the city in less than a New York minute.

635 West 42nd St., #41H, New York. NY. Photo: courtesy of Christie's International Real Estate.

And the hotel-like amenities are insane: 24-hour concierge/valet, tennis court, golf driving range, large lap swimming pool, sauna, residents' multi-media lounge and billiards room on the 47th floor, valet services (laundry and dry cleaning on site), state-of-the-art fitness center, yoga/pilates studio, fully-landscaped terraces/sundeck, bike storage, valet parking available, basketball courts, bocci ball, BBQ grills, free daily breakfast and a cross town shuttle bus for commuting purposes. It's a mini city within the city.

At the end of your work day, you can also occasionally grab a bite to eat and glass of wine nearby at Da Marino Restaurant, the Italian restaurant on 49th and Broadway where Ms. Carrie Bradshaw was serenaded by Mr. Big.

635 West 42nd St., #41H, New York. NY. Photo: courtesy of Christie's International Real Estate.

If that's not enough, this rolling apartment also has an expansive rooftop terrace that Mr. Big would appreciate, being the cigar aficionado that he is. A high-end pool table also patiently awaits some evening shenanigans. Would Mr. Big be happy living here? As only Mr. Big can say in that sexy, cool monotone voice of his: “Abso-effin’-lutely.”

635 West 42nd St., #41H, New York. NY. Photo: courtesy of Christie's International Real Estate.

And there's more. White oak flooring, granite countertops in the kitchen, and a marble bathroom. This spacious apartment has excellent closet space outfitted with California closets. So, Ms. Carrie Bradshaw would also be happy living here.

Similar to Carrie, you'll want this dynamic walk-in closet in order to cozy up with your sole mates and connect with your fashionista, badass side. "I like my money where I can see it – hanging in my closet," Carrie has said. If you live in this lush apartment, you can easily follow in Ms. Bradshaw's footsteps.

SOHO: 158 Mercer Street, Apt 11B

158 Mercer Street, Apt. 11B, New York, NY. Photo: Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty.

"Beauty is fleeting, but a rent-controlled apartment overlooking the park is forever," Carrie Bradshaw has also said.  And if you think that apartment would be a rare find, wait until you see this contemporary loft in the West Village. A rare find, indeed!

158 Mercer Street, Apt. 11B, New York, NY. Photo: Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty.

For a monthly rent of $27,000, you could live in 4300 square feet of luxury on a high floor in The New Museum Building, a prestigious pre-war luxury full service condominium with two lobbies. As soon as you enter your home, you are welcomed by an expansive airy and bright 2000 square-foot open entertaining space. Unparalleled abundant light and gorgeous sunsets are to be envied by those not living here. A wood burning fireplace keeps you warm on chilly winter days; a separate wet bar with temperature controlled wine storage toasts you on summer evenings; and top-of-the-line kitchen appliances, along with a stone island, help to serve you culinary creations.  No fantasy living here. It's real-life NYC swanky living at the ultimate best.

158 Mercer Street, Apt. 11B, New York, NY. Photo: Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty.

This condo building is in the heart of SoHo near the best restaurants, designer shops and nightlife. It is not too far from the store of Patricia Field, costume designer for Sex and the City. So, in this lush apartment, you'll be able to live and dress like Carrie, and the best of the best New Yorkers.

Whether you're living Sex and the City, or perhaps you're living Ex and the City, live either option with NYC badass boldness, and with grand scale realty fashion. You know, in Mr. Big and Ms. Bradshaw's style.

Top Image: Courtesy of 56 Leonard St

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For all the Sex and the City fans out there, (and even the ones who won’t admit it) the rivalry between Carrie and Mr. Big drifts into all kinds of aspects of their life. At the beginning of their relationship, one of their first big differences was in apartment style. Big lived in a swanky apartment uptown, where as Carrie had a more lived-in abode within walking distance of Bloomingdale’s (that was preposterously big for a weekly writer, trust us!)

Mr Big’s Swanky Pad:

Carrie Bradshaw’s Writer’s Den:

In real life, the actors have the inverse taste in real estate, with both making headlines in New York. Sarah Jessica Parker and her husband Matthew Broderick are currently in the construction phases of creating a Franken-mansion in the West Village, only a few blocks away from their current apartment. The space is also only a few blocks away from "Carrie's Apartment", the set that was meant to depict her characters's building much farther uptown. The power couple recently bought two adjacent town houses in the neighborhood and has scheduled plans for interior demolition and reconstruction. The West 11^th Street homes cost a total of $35 million. Once conjoined, they will feature a 2,100 square foot private garden, and cover about 13,900 square feet in total.

Chris Noth, AKA Mr. Big, is comfortable in a more subdued setting. The actor recently purchased a small co-op on the Upper East Side, in a pre-war Lenox Hill building. While the building was renovated recently, it still has classic touches like oversized windows, herringbone wood floors and crown molding. Noth paid a reported $1.85 million for the space, $30,000 less than it was previously listed for. Noth also owns an apartment downtown on 9^th street in the same building as Sex and the City writer, Candace Bushnell, used to live.

Whether its on the screen or in the streets, Carrie and Mr. Big are still at it in the New York real estate game to see who can score the headlines. As expected though, Carrie always wins in the end.

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