Owning Manhattan’s jaw-dropping $250m NYC penthouse finally sold at massive discount after Ryan Serhant’s team fails

ONE of the most expensive real estate listings in the country has finally scooped up a buyer after broker Ryan Serhant failed to sell it on the Netflix series, Owning Manhattan. 

The incredible New York City penthouse was listed for a staggering $250 million, which high-profile real estate agent Ryan took on despite the seller demanding a jaw-dropping asking price. 

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Ryan Serhant atop the Central Park Tower in a scene on Owning ManhattanCredit: Netflix

The penthouse’s living room has unparalleled views of New York CityCredit: Netflix

Season 2 of Owning Manhattan dropped on Netflix on Friday and showcases the aftermath of Ryan’s highest-profile home from season 1. 

Ryan took on the task of selling the Central Park Tower penthouse for $250 million – which would have shattered real estate records for the area. 

He even brought in select team members from the firm he owns, Serhant Real Estate, to attempt to sell the palace in the clouds and offered a $10 million commission to whoever brought in a buyer. 

However, after months on the market, Ryan was not able to sell the penthouse, and he was replaced by a rival real estate agent. 

Fredrik Eklund, one of the top real estate agents in NYC and a star of Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing, scooped up the listing. 

While he was able to finally sell the Columbus Circle property, it came at the cost of a steep price discount. 

The deal closed for $115 million – which is $135 million less than the original asking price. 

Alongside a black-and-white photo of him standing in the living room looking out the floor-to-ceiling glass windows, Fredrik shared a message about the sale. 

The Central Park Tower’s penthouse sits on the 129th floor over 1,500 feet above the groundCredit: Netflix

The amazing penthouse has stunning views of Central ParkCredit: Netflix

Floor-to-ceiling vaulted glass windows give unobstructed views of the NYC skyline and beyondCredit: Netflix

“The penthouse at Central Park Tower just SOLD & CLOSED at $115,000,000 and marks the BIGGEST DEAL IN NEW YORK since 2021!

“Incredibly proud to have witnessed @nyc_condo on the team broker this mega-deal with our assistance. It’s a big day for all of us at Eklund | Gomes with our third deal over $100M in less than two years,” he wrote in the Instagram caption. 

LIVING ON CLOUD 9 

The property is the penthouse level of the Central Park Tower, the tallest residential building in the world. 

The 18,000-square-foot penthouse itself is 1,500 feet above 57th Street in a neighborhood widely known as Billionaire’s Row. 

With sweeping panoramic views of the entire city, the new resident can enjoy unparalleled sights of Central Park as well as the NYC skyline. 

There is a whopping 1,500 square feet of outdoor space, which is virtually unheard of in the middle of the big city. 

The home, which sits on the 129th floor, has 7 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. 

A 2,000-square-foot private ballroom is also included in the home, with sweeping views of the city with 27-foot-high ceilings. 

A grand salon, art gallery, observatory, library, and media room all sit on the lower floor. 

The second floor features the five-bedroom suites, while the top level is designed to entertain and host large gatherings. 

The top floor features the terrace, a professional-grade kitchen, the ballroom, two bathrooms, a coat room, and a gym. 

While Ryan wasn’t the one who was able to sell this home, he’s got a number of other pricey listings that are featured on season 2 of Owning Manhattan – which is now streaming on Netflix. 

Ryan’s real estate team meets to attempt to sell the $250 million estateCredit: Netflix

A spiral staircase with gorgeous views connects the three floors of the penthouseCredit: © 2024 Netflix, Inc.

The owner can enjoy gorgeous city views from the bath tubCredit: © 2024 Netflix, Inc.

Ryan Serhant poses for season 2 of Owning ManhattanCredit: Netflix