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176 Perry St., #10S
Between Washington and West streets
$40 million
Common charges: $27,841
Approximate Monthly real Estate Taxes: $5,406
Broker: Roger Erickson/Sotheby’s International Realty
This West Village triplex, designed by architect Richard Meier, spans about 11,000 square feet and has expansive Hudson River and city views. A condo located in a full-service building, it includes floor-to-ceiling windows, white oak floors, a custom circular staircase, and two glass installations by artist Jamie Carpenter. The first floor has three bedrooms, a recreation room, library, music/guest room, and five baths. The second floor has a living room with double-height ceilings, a dining room/gallery, an eat-in-kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, and two wine storage areas. The third floor contains the master suite, which includes a bath, sauna, dressing room (with a tailor station and cedar closet), meditation room, home office, and 60-inch television. Each floor also has a terrace.
260 Fifth Ave., Fifth Floor
Between 28th and 29th streets
$4.495 million
Maintenance: $3,572
Broker: Martha Kramer/Fox Residential
About 3,800 square feet, this full-floor loft, straddling the Flatiron and Garment districts, has 24 windows with open city views through northern, southern, and eastern exposures. Containing two entrances on either ends of a private landing, this eight-room apartment has a den/family room, three bedrooms, and two full bathrooms on one side and a living/dining room (almost 800 square feet), master suite (with an extra-large walk-in dressing closet and tumbled stone bath), fourth bedroom (or office), and half bath on the other. The kitchen, which has wood countertops and stainless-steel appliances, including a Viking range, is located in the middle. Original design details include beamed ceilings and wood floors. This co-op is located in a pet-friendly building with a doorman and a keyed elevator.
785 Park Ave., #17BC
Between 73rd and 74th streets
$15 million
Maintenance: $6,135
Broker: Richard Ferrari/Prudential Douglas Elliman
This Upper East Side co-op, about 3,500 square feet, was designed by architect Michael Gabellini. Located in a full-service pre-war building, it features floating Venetian plaster walls, Spanish limestone floors, and several stainless steel doors. The master suite, which has access to one of three terraces, contains two custom-fitted closets, a dressing area, and a Carrera marble bathroom with a trough sink. The stainless steel kitchen has a built-in Vermont bluestone table, a pantry, and high-end appliances, including two refrigerators, two ranges, and two dishwashers. This four-exposure home with city and Park Avenue views also has a living room, media room, guest room, and two additional baths. There are power shades, multi-zoned central air-conditioning, and custom lighting throughout.