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n the heart of downtown Manhattan, a luxurious penthouse is making waves with its eye-watering $75 million price tag. Former Howard Hughes Corp. CEO David Weinreb has put his 6,500-square-foot West Chelsea abode on the market, boasting bespoke design and high-end finishes that rival some of the city's most exclusive properties.
The crown jewel of this opulent residence is a gargantuan private swimming pool, touted as the largest in New York City. Spanning an impressive 61 feet long, 10 feet wide, and 4 feet deep, it's a feat of engineering that would be challenging to replicate in any other setting. "It's gigantic," says Compass listing broker Clayton Orrigo. "Pools are usually half the size of that. It's very difficult from a weight standpoint."
Weinreb, who took Howard Hughes public and led the company for nearly a decade before stepping down in 2019, acquired the raw space in 2017 for $38 million. After an initial listing for just below $50 million failed to attract a buyer, he opted to complete the construction, pouring his heart and soul into creating a true masterpiece.
The penthouse's design is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship, with "museum-quality" finishes that include 800-pound brass-clad doors, a Jean-Georges Vongerichten-designed kitchen featuring top-tier appliances, and expansive views of the Hudson River, the Statue of Liberty, and the Empire State Building through floor-to-ceiling windows.
A sculptural spiral staircase leads to a 4,600-square-foot private rooftop terrace, complete with the swimming pool, a full bathroom, a built-in grill, and soft turf. The building itself, designed by Foster + Partners, offers additional amenities such as a gated courtyard, a 20-foot green wall, a fitness center, a yoga room, and a residents' lounge.
As downtown Manhattan continues to experience a surge in high-profile transactions, Weinreb's penthouse is poised to set a new standard. With its move-in-ready status and unparalleled luxury features, it's no wonder that this property has become one of the most coveted listings in the city. "It's not just a one-off apartment," says Orrigo. "There's a whole class of these right now."
