New York, synonymous with grit and towering ambition, is kind of one. It’s no wonder billionaires gather in the area to acquire the world’s most expensive and exclusive property. Some buy NYC homes as investments, or Pieding Atale, while others are looking for a place to call the house.
Even if luxury sales fell nationwide, very Alkshley home sales are actually rising in New York. Those with abundant resources seem to be riding this wave of economic uncertainty.
But this wealth comes as New York deals with the wave of affordable prices and transfers. As of 2024, one in five households spent more than 50% of their income on housing, while over half of tenants spent more than 30%. The lack of new construction combined with stagnant wages remains a major culprit.
According to Redfin data, New York City had the most expensive home sales in May.
Most expensive home sales in New York City: May 2025
1. 25Bond St. Unit PhW, New York City, New York 10012
Selling price: $34,500,000 List price: $39,500,000
Penthouse West at 25 Bond Street is a 6,350-square-foot Noho Duplex with four bedrooms, five baths and a private 2,450-square-foot terrace. Features include an 11-foot ceiling, a Bullsap kitchen and a cleaning view of Manhattan.
Selling price: $19,999,000 Price: Not available
This 4,334-square-foot West Village Townhouse features five bedrooms, four bathrooms, an elevator, a garage, garden and rooftop terrace with views of the river. Originally built in 1905, it has been completely renovated with a fusion of history and modernity.
Selling price: $18,500,000 List price: $20,500,000
Penthouse 69 at 111 W 57th Street is a full floor residence with four bedrooms, four full and two half baths, and private elevator access. The 3,873 square feet of space offers wide views and high-end finishes over the midtown area.
Selling price: $18,000,000 Price: $20,000,000
Another condo in the same building, Residence 67, at 111 W 57th St., is a 3,873 square feet full floor condominium with three bedrooms, a 3.5 bath and a private elevator entrance.
Selling price: $16,500,000Regular price: Not available
Penthouse 5c at 443 Greenwich Street is a spacious 3,227-square-foot Soho condominium with four bedrooms and five bathrooms in a stunningly renovated building from 1905.
Selling price: $16,500,000Regular price: Not available
Located in West Village, this 4,676 square feet full-floor condominium features open loft-style living with private elevator access, steel framed windows and city and river views.
Selling price: $15,650,000 List price: $17,995,000
Penthouse 2 at 215 Chrystie Street is a full-floor double layer spanning 4,236 square feet with four bedrooms and 4.5 baths, all accessible via privately-locked elevators.
Selling price: $15,150,000Regular price: Not available
Occupies the full floor of 18 Gramercy Park South, this 4,207-square-foot residence features secret keyed elevator access. The house is finished with sophisticated and luxurious details.
Selling price: $13,925,000 List price: $14,695,000
One High Line West 22D is a 4,063-square-foot corner residence with 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths. It offers custom bullsap kitchens, radiant primary baths, abundant natural light, and views of the Hudson River and city.
Selling price: $13,750,000 List price: $14,250,000
Located in one of Manhattan’s most famous prewar buildings, Unit 15E at 737 Park Avenue is a 4,382 square feet corner residence with 5 bedrooms, 7.5 baths and private keade elevator access.
