NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) — A person can dream, can’t they? Affordable housing in New York City has been a very real issue for residents of the Big Apple for a long time.
Affordable housing lotteries offerring rent on the cheaper side of things across the five boroughs are difficult to win even with proper qualifications.
While this New York City mayoral race has shed a light on rent prices, New Yorkers are still looking for their chance to live comfortably in a nice home.
These homes are not for your average Joe, however.
Have you ever caught yourself looking at the most expensive listings in your area, just because? It’s important to dream big in the city that never sleeps. Motivation to climb the ladder can be a big boost to those who need it, or a reminder for what they’re striving to achieve.
There are some other-worldly price tags attached to New York City condos, homes and the like. Some of which leave you wondering who can afford them in the first place.
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Curious to find out? Daring to dream big? Here are the five most expensive listings on Zillow right now:
Unit Quadplex 80 at 111 West 57th St. in Manhattan listed on Zillow for $110 million. (Credit: Sotheby’s International Reality on Zillow)
Unit Quadplex 80 at 111 West 57th St. in Manhattan listed on Zillow for $110 million. (Credit: Sotheby’s International Reality on Zillow)
Unit Quadplex 80 at 111 West 57th St. in Manhattan listed on Zillow for $110 million. (Credit: Sotheby’s International Reality on Zillow)
Unit Quadplex 80 at 111 West 57th St. in Manhattan listed on Zillow for $110 million. (Credit: Sotheby’s International Reality on Zillow)
Unit Quadplex 80 at 111 West 57th St. in Manhattan listed on Zillow for $110 million. (Credit: Sotheby’s International Reality on Zillow)
Unit Quadplex 80 at 111 West 57th St. in Manhattan listed on Zillow for $110 million. (Credit: Sotheby’s International Reality on Zillow)
Unit Quadplex 80 at 111 West 57th St. in Manhattan listed on Zillow for $110 million. (Credit: Sotheby’s International Reality on Zillow)
Unit Quadplex 80 at 111 West 57th St. in Manhattan listed on Zillow for $110 million. (Credit: Sotheby’s International Reality on Zillow)
Unit Quadplex 80 at 111 West 57th St. in Manhattan listed on Zillow for $110 million. (Credit: Sotheby’s International Reality on Zillow)
Unit Quadplex 80 at 111 West 57th St. in Manhattan listed on Zillow for $110 million. (Credit: Sotheby’s International Reality on Zillow)
This never-been-sold, seemingly imaginary 11,480 square-foot condominium overlooking Central Park has it all. Five bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a bike room, playroom, media room, recreation room and more are just the tip of the iceberg.
Across four floors, Quadplex 80 has dedicated suites for entertainment, guests, luxury and living. Included features are a 360-degree view of New York City, two private terraces, custom spiral starecases, a private elevator, swimming pool and a gym, just to name a few.
The property was listed in April.
Apartment 64 at 157 West 57th Street in Manhattan is listed on Zillow for $90 million. (Credit: Modlin Group on Zillow)
Apartment 64 at 157 West 57th Street in Manhattan is listed on Zillow for $90 million. (Credit: Modlin Group on Zillow)
Apartment 64 at 157 West 57th Street in Manhattan is listed on Zillow for $90 million. (Credit: Modlin Group on Zillow)
Apartment 64 at 157 West 57th Street in Manhattan is listed on Zillow for $90 million. (Credit: Modlin Group on Zillow)
Apartment 64 at 157 West 57th Street in Manhattan is listed on Zillow for $90 million. (Credit: Modlin Group on Zillow)
Apartment 64 at 157 West 57th Street in Manhattan is listed on Zillow for $90 million. (Credit: Modlin Group on Zillow)
This apartment at One57, in the area known as “Billionaires’ Row,” stretches across 10,000 square feet giving tenants a robust view of Manhattan in all its glory. With eight bedrooms and eight bathrooms, the unit occupies an entire floor of the building.
The property includes a bike room, access to the Park Hyatt hotel’s spa, pool, fitness center, a performance and screening room,, yoga studio, private dining, a library and more.
The apartment was built in 2013.
High above Manhattan, Unit 62 looks straight out of a movie. (Credit: Moldin Group on Zillow)
High above Manhattan, Unit 62 looks straight out of a movie. (Credit: Moldin Group on Zillow)
High above Manhattan, Unit 62 looks straight out of a movie. (Credit: Moldin Group on Zillow)
High above Manhattan, Unit 62 looks straight out of a movie. (Credit: Moldin Group on Zillow)
High above Manhattan, Unit 62 looks straight out of a movie. (Credit: Moldin Group on Zillow)
High above Manhattan, Unit 62 looks straight out of a movie. (Credit: Moldin Group on Zillow)
Overlooking Manhattan, Residence 62 at 220 Central Park South comes with access to all of the essentials: a 75-foot swimming pool, basketball and squash courts, a fitness center, rock-climbing wall, private theater, game room, playroom, a rooftop garden bar for residents only and more.
“At roughly 6,000 square feet, the home feels less like an apartment and more like a private estate in the sky—grand enough for glittering soirées yet refined enough for quiet sanctuary,” the listing says.
This home, listed on Zillow for $70 million, has 14 bathrooms. (Credit: Moldin Group on Zillow)
This home, listed on Zillow for $70 million, has 14 bathrooms.
This home, listed on Zillow for $70 million, has 14 bathrooms.
This home, listed on Zillow for $70 million, has 14 bathrooms.
You will never have to worry about sharing bathrooms in this Manhattan home. 8 East 62nd St. comes with 14 bathrooms. Yes, 14 bathrooms. The recently-renovated house is filled marble, including the spiral staircase, an interior courtyard garden, top-of-the-line appliances and more.
Chandeliers and a wood-burning fireplace tie the inside of the home together, with a primary suite occupying the entire third floor. The first level is fit with a skylit gym, a sauna, steam room and massage room.
There’s even a wine cellar tucked in the house as well.
Penthouse 80 at 430 East 58th St. in Manhattan. (Credit: Corcoran on Zillow)
Penthouse 80 at 430 East 58th St. in Manhattan. (Credit: Corcoran on Zillow)
Penthouse 80 at 430 East 58th St. in Manhattan. (Credit: Corcoran on Zillow)
Penthouse 80 at 430 East 58th St. in Manhattan. (Credit: Corcoran on Zillow)
Penthouse 80 at 430 East 58th St. in Manhattan. (Credit: Corcoran on Zillow)
Available for immediate occupancy, Penthouse 80 follows the skyline trend of offering 360-degree views of New York City, even from your bedroom.
With five bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, a bike room, playroom, media room, recreation room and package room to boast, this penthouse will never leave you wishing for more.
The apartment is on the newer side, built in 2022.
Spencer Gustafson is a digital content producer from Long Island who has covered New York state and city news since 2023. See more of his work here.
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