A Central Park West super-luxury penthouse recently sold for $80 million. A duplex on the 18th floor of the same address went for $75 million and another nearby for $60+ million. A penthouse at the Time Warner Center on the 78th floor sold for $7,831 per square foot, or a $65 million total. Previously the penthouse apartment at The Mark held the record for the most expensive apartment in New York. It had sold for $60 million. Some similar apartments sold for around $30 million as recently as two years ago.

Monthly maintenance fees at $13,000+ and taxes that run $16,000+ mean an extra $356,000+ annually to live in the apartment purchased. Many apartments in this price range include master bedroom suites with an office area, his and hers bathrooms, dressing rooms, and closets. An extra-large living room with floor to ceiling windows adds to the openness experienced inside. The separate dining room and chef’s kitchen including a pantry and complete laundry center are all additional perks for this price. Multiple bedrooms and baths are usually included as well.