LUXURY IN THE PRESS
LUXURY IN THE PRESS
The Houses Must Be White, and the Designs Preapproved. Everybody Wants In.
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
Over the past several years, demand for homes there has increased and prices have ballooned, according to local real-estate agent Jonathan Spears with Compass.
#1 Player in Scottsdale, AZ Joins Compass - Launch Real Estate
REALTRENDS
Arizona-based independent brokerage Launch Real Estate has joined Compass, America’s largest brokerage by sales volume.
Launch, an agent-owned full-service brokerage based in Scottsdale, AZ, claims to be #1 in sales volume by office in Scottsdale and has just over 300 agents.
A Philanthropist’s Home Overlooking Central Park Lists for $70 Million
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
Overlooking Central Park, the 16-room apartment is located in the prewar cooperative 960 Fifth Avenue, according to listing agents Alexa Lambert and Alison Black of Compass.
An 18th-Century Connecticut Tobacco Farm Is Now Selling as a $9.5 Million Luxury Compound
MANSION GLOBAL
The 28-acre property in the rural town of Washington includes restored structures dating to the 1860s and 1770s.
A Penthouse ‘Farm’ at NYC Tower With Unique History Listed for $12.5 Million
MANSION GLOBAL
A penthouse at the Opera building on Broadway between West 76th and West 77th streets has been reimagined in the modern farmhouse style, according to listing agent Pat Lehman of The Fabrikant Bond Team at Compass.
‘Mad Men’ Creator Matthew Weiner Lists 1920s-Era Los Angeles Home For $15.5 Million
FORBES
The Blair Estate, located in L.A.’s tony Hollywood Hills neighborhood, has officially hit the market for just under $15.5 million.
A Unique Hudson Valley Barn Residence Designed by Pietro Cicognani and Ann Kalla Asks $6M
COTTAGES & GARDENS
Sunnyside Farm represents the Hudson Valley’s artistic yet pastoral vibe well. Set upon 103 acres, its exquisite barn residence is a modern take on countryside living now asking $5.995 million.
A Quadruplex Sells for Nearly $68 Million on the Upper East Side
THE NEW YORK TIMES
The sale is the priciest so far this year. The four-story apartment is in a new, sold-out condo, the Bellemont, at 1165 Madison Avenue.
Live out Your Gilded Age Fantasies in this Opulent Upper East Side Mansion – On the Market for a Staggering $80 million
TATLER
Designated a New York City Landmark, the sprawling fin de siècle Fifth Avenue home could soon become the most expensive Manhattan townhouse ever sold
A Feng Shui-Inspired Malibu Home Hits the Market for $68.8 Million
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
The furniture in the home was strategically arranged in accordance with feng shui principles. The property, which also has a one-bedroom guesthouse, is being sold furnished.
Peak Real Estate: This Tiny Wyoming Community Has Some of the Country’s Priciest Mountain Homes
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
Roughly 7 miles west of Jackson and 8 miles south of Teton Village, this blink-and-you’ll-miss-it community of 1,567 people has some of the country’s priciest mountain-town residential real estate.
This Historic $38.5 Million LA Compound Has a Movie Theater That Seats 46 People and Its Own Art Museum
ROBB REPORT
The Knoll House was originally designed in 1916 by famed Los Angeles architect Myron Hunt.
Once Owned by the ‘Greatest Female Golfer,’ a Narragansett Home Lists for $12M
BOSTON GLOBE
Hints of the home’s history - and the late Glenna Collett Vare are scattered throughout, from illustrated wallpaper to green-painted trim.
St. Louis-Area Estate With a Carwash Sells for $13 Million, Becoming One of Missouri’s Priciest Homes
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
The roughly 30,000-square-foot house is situated on about 7.5 acres in the St. Louis suburb of Ladue.
Rockefeller Family Descendants Sell Historic Philadelphia-Area Estate for $24 Million
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
The property, known as Kirkwood Farm, dates to the late 1700s and includes five historic farmhouses, ranging in size from about 1,750 to 2,900 square feet.
An English Lord and Lady are Selling their Napa Valley Vineyard for $35 Million
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE
Juslyn Vineyards comes with a 12,000-square foot mansion, plus Cabernet vines.
$35 Million Contemporary Home Among the Trees Is Now One of San Diego’s Most Expensive Listings
MANSION GLOBAL
The Dickinson-Clark team out of Compass San Diego had their $35M listing "The Tree House" recently featured on Mansion Global! The stunning ultra-modern property sits on 1.5 acres and offers ocean views and incredible cantilever architecture.
How Hot Is Aspen’s Market? Townhouse Fetches More Than Twice What It Sold for 2021
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
The property, which sold for $22 million, underwent an extensive renovation.
Hot Property: ‘The First Bauhaus House in Dallas’
D MAGAZINE
Bauhaus style is characterized by geometric, minimalist, and function-over-form design. The Westgrove home has an open living-dining floorplan, and there are clean lines throughout the rectangular floor plan.
San Francisco Mansion That Just Hit the Market is Most Expensive Listing of 2023
SF GATE
With a price set at $35 million, 2830 Pacific Ave. is the most expensive listing in San Francisco so far for 2023. The mansion is for sale just off San Francisco's Billionaires' Row, and at that price, it'll take a billionaire to buy it.
Half-Floor Penthouse at Manhattan’s Star-Studded Condo Lists for $18.5 Million
MANSION GLOBAL
Located on the seventh floor of 285 Lafayette St., the apartment has six bedrooms and five bathrooms, according to last week’s listing with Brett Mitchell of Compass.
MatchesFashion Founders Sell Stunning NYC Townhouse for $23.14M
THE NEW YORK POST
This sale comes some six months after the fashionistas listed the property for $25 million, with listing broker Carl Gambino, of Compass. The buyers’ broker was Cindy Scholz, also of Compass.
NYC’s Historic Mayflower House Lists for $14.99M
THE NEW YORK POST
Designed by architect John Payne, the stately five-story, five-bedroom limestone offering is 6,600 square feet and sits just off Park Avenue.
Beachfront Estate Aims to be Crowned Priciest Home in Orange County City
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
Asking $55 million, the six-bedroom house in Dana Point includes 70 feet of waterfront, an infinity pool and a commercial elevator.
This $68 Million L.A. Mansion Is Anything but ‘Cookie Cutter’
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
The futuristic spec mansion, which spans roughly 20,000 square feet, was built down the edge of a canyon.
‘Most Expensive’ Ski Home in US on Sale for Record-breaking $100M
NEW YORK POST
The grandest of Aspen Mountain’s handful of residences, the home also features more than “a football field of true ski-in, ski-out ski access,” according to the listing, which is repped by Compass’ Steven Shane.
Mexico’s Richest Man Re-lists NYC’s Largest Townhouse for $80M
NEW YORK POST
Located at 1009 Fifth Ave. on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, Carlos Slim Helú previously listed the 20,000-square-foot property for the same price in 2015.
In One of Maui’s Biggest Deals, Waterfront Home Sells for $32.67 Million
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
The roughly 7,400-square-foot property in the Wailea-Makena neighborhood went into contract in just under a month.
A New Build in Pacific Palisades, California, Hits the Market for $24 Million
MANSION GLOBAL
The 11,750-square-foot residence features a traditional shingle-style exterior and an organic, zen and minimalist interior.
Tour a $20M San Francisco Townhouse with Great Panache and Panoramic Views
COTTAGES&GARDENS
Beyond the home’s quintessential views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the architecture and tailored contemporary interiors shine.
In Dallas, a Sports Lover’s Dream Home Asks Almost $10 Million
MANSION GLOBAL
Built in 2016, the five-bedroom home is “truly a stunning and sophisticated entertainers estate,” according to the listing with Tom Hughes and Jill Schrank of Compass.
Park Slope Brownstone With Opulent Woodwork, Mantels, Built-ins, Central Air Asks $5.6 Million
BROWNSTONER
Within the Park Slope Historic District, the 20-foot-wide house is one of a row commenced in 1888 by architect and developer William Flanagan.
Jessie James Decker and Eric Decker Selling $10.3 Million Nashville Mansion
E! NEWS
The "Wanted" singer and the NFL star have listed their Nashville home for $10.3 million. Brian Cournoyer and Jamie Brandenburg of Compass hold the listing.
This $4.5 Million Log Cabin on Washington’s Orcas Island Is Like Living Inside a Storybook
ROBB REPORT
The 16-acre estate is perched atop a rock formation and overlooks the scenic San Juan Islands.
$32 Million Moroccan-Influenced Malibu Beach House Has Showbiz Ties
DIRT
Tucked behind Balinese gates, the house itself displays Arabian influence in its design, with arched and keyhole doorways, latticed screens, coffered ceilings, Moroccan light fixtures, and mosaic tile.
350-Acre Big Sur Spread With Breathtaking Views Seeks $22 Million
DIRT
The rare and picturesque property is listed with Compass agent Jonathan Spencer.
Upper West Side Townhouse With a Plush Bar and Indoor Pool Lists for $17.5 Million
BARRON’S
Located on West 70th Street, the residence is less than a block from Central Park. The townhouse features six levels of living space, plus a backyard, according to Ian Slater of Compass.
Inside a Florida Beach House Where Dogs Can be Dogs
WALL STREET JOURNAL
The Inlet Beach property, which includes two doggy bathtubs and a dog-friendly swimming pool, is on the market for $19.95 million.
$25M Former Vanderbilt Estate In Mill Neck Tops LI’s 2nd Highest Point
PATCH
The 13-acre 1937 Gold Coast estate, Wychwood, has been home to a Vanderbilt, a Whitney, and the publisher of Time and is on the market.
Epic 186-Acre, $7.75 Million TX Ranch has Stunning Views and Wildlife
MY SAN ANTONIO
This month, a sprawling, 186-acre ranch in Chappell Hill, Texas, came onto the market, represented by Tonya Currie of Compass Realty and listed at $7.75 million.
Aspen Home Listed for Nearly $14 Million Takes Design Cues From New York’s Tribeca Nabe
MANSION GLOBAL
Recently remodeled, the open floor plan, tall ceilings and sliding glass doors allow for far-reaching views of the Rocky Mountains, according to the listing with Steven Shane of Compass.
Home of the Week: Inside Cartoonist Ranan Lurie’s $28 Million NYC Retreat on Central Park
ROBB REPORT
Set on the building’s 36th floor, the three-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom condo is spread over nearly 3,200 square feet. Owner Lurie, who died this past June, was an Israeli-American cartoonist who was known for drawing literally hundreds of world leaders—from Barack Obama to Benjamin Netanyahu.
Stephen Curry’s Former California Home Lists for $8.9 Million
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
The house is located in the community of Alamo in the East Bay, about 30 miles east of San Francisco, according to listing agent Bonnie King of Compass.
A Designer’s Custom Compound Sells for $16.55 Million, a Record
LOS ANGELES TIMES
A four-structure compound owned by designer Morgan Brown just traded hands for $16.55 million, making it the priciest single-family home sale ever in the West Hollywood area, records show.
Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner Want $16.995 Million for Waterfront Miami Home
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
The waterfront property spans about half an acre in the upscale gated community of Bay Point, according to listing agent Carl Gambino with Compass.
L.A. Mansion Once Owned by Mary Tyler Moore Fetches $14.6 Million
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
Built around 1929, the Spanish-style house is nearly 6,800 square feet with six bedrooms, an indoor sauna and outdoor pool, according to the listing.
Glam 1920s Art Nouveau Mansion With Star-Studded Pedigree Up for Grabs
DIRT
Completed in 1924, the Castle might be the most over-the-top of Leicht’s houses, replete with rounded and octagonal rooms, Egyptian-inspired geometric pillars, groin-vaulted ceilings, repeating arched passageways, and massive Art Nouveau-style picture windows.
Fashion Entrepreneurs Sell Home in Sought-After Beverly Hills Neighborhood for $35.25 Million
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
The roughly 6,230-square-foot house is one of the priciest to trade on a per-square-foot basis in the exclusive Trousdale Estates community.
Trevor Noah Asks $12.95 Million for Manhattan Penthouse
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
Trevor Noah, host of Comedy Central’s late-night political satire program “The Daily Show,” is saying goodbye to his Manhattan apartment. He is listing the penthouse, located in the Hell’s Kitchen area, for $12.95 million, according to listing agent Nick Gavin of Compass.
Melissa and Doug Toy Founders Sell Connecticut Home for $15.175 Million
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
The 11-bedroom, roughly 38,000-square-foot home is about 5 miles north of the Long Island Sound shoreline, said Karen Scott of Compass, who represented the Bernsteins in the off-market deal.
Designer Morgan Brown Lists West Hollywood Compound For $16.9 Million
FORBES
The property includes four structures set in 9,495 square feet of living space on a 26,499-square-foot lot in the heart of WeHo.
This Prominent Rye Home Is a Hub for History in Westchester
WESTCHESTER MAGAZINE
The picturesque location of this stunning Rye house pales in comparison to the century-old saga that comes with it.
Rare New York City Family Home Hits The Market For $17.5 Million
FORBES
At 5600 square feet, the grand home has over 13 rooms on five levels. Soaring ceilings, restored woodwork and original fireplace mantels are important historic elements.
Powerball Jackpot Has People Dreaming of Buying Luxurious Jersey Shore Homes
NBC10 PHILADELPHIA
Nick and Kari Giuffre of Compass represent 8808 First Avenue, an oceanfront beach home listed at just under $12 million in Stone Harbor.
Swedish Government Lists Washington, D.C., Mansion for $19.5 Million, Making It City’s Priciest Listing
MANSION GLOBAL
The roughly 12,200-square-foot home on almost 7 acres will be Washington, D.C.’s most expensive residential listing, said listing agent Cara Pearlman of Compass, who has the listing with colleague TJ Morton.
A 290-Acre Estate in New York’s Hudson Valley Sells for a Record $18.5 Million
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
Suzy Welch, wife of the late former General Electric Co. Chairman and CEO Jack Welch, has sold her roughly 290-acre estate in New York’s Hudson Valley for $18.5 million, property records show.
Interior Designer Michael Taylor’s Former Sea Cliff Home Lists for $32M
SAN FRANCISCO BUSINESS TIMES
Situated on the bluffs, the east-west orientation ensures views from almost every room and welcomes southern light in through numerous picture windows and French doors. In all, the home has five bedrooms and six and a half bathrooms.
Gloria Vanderbilt’s Former Manhattan Brownstone Lists for $11.99 Million
MANSION GLOBAL
The home spans 6,400 square feet over its five floors, and though it’s been recently upgraded, it still retains its old-world charm. It’s on the market with Tania Friedland and Allison Chiaramonte of Compass.
Historic Mansion in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights Offers Modern Luxe for $14 Million
SF GATE
Built in 1908, this Pacific Heights mansion has survived — and thrived. Today, 2624 Green St. offers modern luxury while still honoring its original historic design. It’s now on the market for $14,250,000.
Jennifer Lawrence Lists Her New York City Loft for $10.5M
REALTOR
“The Hunger Games” actress bought the stylish 3,184-square-foot Manhattan pad, located two blocks from the Hudson River Greenway, in 2017 for $9,034,697. After five years, she is looking to cash in on a near $1.5 million profit.
A-List Celebs Love This NYC Condo Building. Its Penthouse Just Hit the Market for $40 Million.
ROBB REPORT
The four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath condo offers close to 5,600 square feet of living space and a wrap-around terrace with panoramic views of lower Manhattan.
In Brooklyn, a Eurpoean-Inspired Penthouse With Panoramic Views of New York Lists for $8.5 Million
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
Located at One Brooklyn Bridge Park in Brooklyn Heights, the roughly 3,440-square-foot apartment has a wraparound terrace with panoramic views of Brooklyn Heights, the Statue of Liberty, New York harbor and the New York City skyline.
Magic Johnson’s Former Bel-Air Mansion Hits the Market for $14.5 Million
ROBB REPORT
A six-bedroom Moraga Estates mansion that once belonged to a Los Angeles Lakers legend has hit the market for $14.5 million. The 10,000-square-foot gated enclave is being listed by Compass agent Nancy Ellin, who also happens to be the seller.
Rosewood Hotel Group Will Open Its First Residences in Beverly Hills in 2024
ROBB REPORT
The ultra-luxe Rosewood Residences Beverly Hills will have 17 residences starting at $9 million.
These Beverly Hills Condos Chase Record Prices
LOS ANGELES TIMES
A $100-million boutique condo complex is rising in the vaunted Golden Triangle district of Beverly Hills with a potential five-star restaurant, private pools and the kind of pampering that might lure elite downsizers from their sprawling estates