In Manhattan’s high-end real estate market, a home’s address is a defining feature. More than a number on a mailbox, an address represents a neighborhood, history and a chance to live in a prestigious NYC residence. A beautiful, notable building is bolstered by surrounding icons. When it comes to luxury living in the city, close proximity to Central Park is as good as it gets.  Below are three listings, each with their own cache, allure and Central Park views.

Where: 15 Central Park West, 35S
Asking: $95,000,000
Listed by: Emily Beare

When it comes to a jaw-dropping address, 15 Central Park West is sure to get attention. The pinnacle of elegance, this Robert A.M. Stern designed building occupies an entire city block and pays tribute to the design of Fifth Avenue apartments from the 1920s.  The only post-construction combination unit in the building, this 35^th floor residence gives stunning east, west and south views of Central Park, downtown Manhattan and the Hudson River.

Where: 160 Central Park South, 1015-1018
Asking: $3,850,000
Size: 1,555-SF
Listed by: Tom Postilio and Mickey Conlon

The Essex House is not only one of the world’s most celebrated hotels but also one of the most desirable Manhattan residences. This Art Deco style building debuted in 1931 and quickly became an icon easily distinguished by its glowing rooftop sign.  Offering unparalleled views of Central Park South, this building boasts the finest amenities to ensure a high-class living experience.

Where: 768 Fifth Avenue, 1405
Asking: $6,200,000
Size: 1,199-SF
Listed by: Reba Miller

Embodying the classic sophistication and elegance of Manhattan, the Private Residences at the Plaza is 5-star living in every capacity. The Plaza Hotel has hosted a roster of notable names over its storied past and the converted apartments garner the same level of prestige.  This home combines the quintessential style touches of the Private Residences at the Plaza with the unique opportunity to own a piece of New York City history.

The Real Estate Board of New York’s annual “Deal of the Year” Awards was held last night, October 25, 2012, at the Metropolitan Pavilion. CORE’s Limor Nesher was honored for her work at 251 East 110th Street where she conducted a unique art tour of the neighborhood to attract potential buyers to her townhouse listing which offered a gallery space. Emily Beare, Shaun Osher, Brittley Jarrell and Adrian Noriega enjoy the evening’s festivities in the photo above.

It seems that every media outlet’s real estate section has been consistent with covering multi, multi-million dollar properties lately. Continuing that trend is the New York Post, which launched their new luxury section, Alexa yesterday. This finely curated broadsheet “showcas[es] the most exclusive real estate for sale in and around the city.” CORE Managing Director, Emily Beare, is not unfamiliar with the world of ultra-high-end properties so it’s no surprise she was interviewed for her listing at 15 Central Park West. Additionally, the floor plans for the home were featured in a separate story with in the publication. Although we already released the floor plan to this amazing combination unit on the CORE Blog, the New York Post took there coverage a step further and included highlights from each room. See their detailed floor plan below complete with insider tips.

A sampling of last week’s press coverage of CORE and CORE properties.

“Tour a Stunning Duplex Penthouse”
LXTV’s Open House

Mickey Conlon gave LXTV’s Open House a tour of he and Tom Postilio’s striking listing at 211 East 51^st Street. Topping the recently converted building, this penthouse offers unmatchable Manhattan skyline views from private, wrap around terraces. The expansive 7-room interior brings together elegance and innovation with premium finishes and fine detailing. This home is embodies luxury, New York living.

“Steel Executive Buys Rothschild Mansion”
Bloomberg

The purchase of the Upper East Side’s Rothschild Mansion was purchased last week by Leroy Schecter for $25 million. CORE’s Emily Beare was featured by Bloomberg for bringing in the buyer. The piece was also picked up by The Real Deal.  Emily Beare is currently marketing Schecter’s property at 15 Central Park West which is already setting Manhattan real estate records.

“The Perfect New York Closet”
Gotham

New Yorkers are all too familiar with the lack of closet space in Manhattan apartments. CORE’s Michael Graves commented on the history of the “generally overlooked” amenity. Luckily the trend seems to be leading architects and interior designers to craft residences with an emphasis on smart storage options.

A sampling of last week’s press coverage of CORE and CORE properties.

“Room to Breathe”
Gotham
Emily Beare shared her insight in a Gotham spread on combination units creating a unique opportunity for buyers looking for properties with generous layouts.  The market is in high demand for large listings and combination units are helping to satisfy that need. Beare, whose listing at 15 Central Park West was highlighted, told Gotham “when combining apartments, the whole is greater than its parts.”

“16 New Developments Hitting the Market This Fall”
Curbed
As we gear up for what is typically the busy season for new developments coming onto the market, Curbed has done a round-up showcasing the most noteworthy projects.  CORE’s exciting new development, 93 Worth, was one of the selected properties.

House of the Week
New York Post
Michael Graves’ new listing at 115 Central Park West caught editors’ attention earning it a feature as “House of the Week.” The listing is noted for its prestigious address and breathtaking Fifth Avenue views.

What to do with a 2-bedroom apartment? The possibilities are endless: a guest room, a home office, a child’s room, a walk-in closet… Here are three of our favorite two-bedroom homes on the market right now – so go ahead and let your mind wander.

Where: 120 Riverside Boulevard, 9S
Size: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Asking: $1,985,000
Listed by: Maggie Kent

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A sampling of last week’s press coverage of CORE and CORE properties.

“Slim supply gives condo prices new pop”
Crain’s
Record rents, low interest rates and wealthy buyers looking to invest their fortunes are all helping to pump up the condominium sales market, Crain’s reports. One of the projects benefiting from the lack of new inventory is CORE’s Walker Tower development (above). “Walker Tower is shattering record prices for downtown,” CORE CEO Shaun Osher tells Crain’s. For more on Osher’s take on the current real estate market, read his comments on the new housing shortage.

“Trophies On Display: In Gaga Global New York, the Loudest Listings Bag the Billionaires”
New York Observer
In the Observer’s look at the current culture within Manhattan’s luxury real estate world (”If you’ve got it, flaunt it. That’s the new rule of thumb in luxury real estate, anyway.”), CORE Managing Director Emily Beare commented on the important roles advertising and publicity play in marketing expensive properties.

“What’s new”
New York Post
The Post’s big fall real estate preview featured CORE’s upcoming 93 Worth Street project on its cover. The former garment factory in TriBeCa, built in 1924, will launch sales later this fall with prices from $1,250 to $2,000 a square foot. Click here for more on the project.

A sampling of last week’s press coverage of CORE and CORE properties.

“Argentines Turn Cash Into Condos in Miami”
New York Times
Alexei Barrionuevo’s latest Big Deal column, on South American — and particularly Argentinian — buyers looking to invest their savings in Miami and New York real estate, highlights One Museum Mile (right) as a new luxury development in Manhattan that is getting lots of investor interest.

“CORE to open retail office on UES”
The Real Deal
CORE’s exciting announcement of a new Madison Avenue office is covered by The Real Deal, which writes, “The firm, which was recently ranked by TRD as the city’s top boutique brokerage based on the value of listings, has inked a 10-year lease for a 3,500-square-foot office at 673 Madison Avenue that will open next spring, the spokesperson said. A gut renovation of the place will begin this fall.

“Residential Sales Around the Region”
New York Times
The sale of the Chelsea Skyhouse, a triplex penthouse at 213 West 23rd Street listed by CORE’s Emily Beare and Christian Rogers, is featured. The trophy apartment, with 6,000 square feet of private outdoor space and a 30-foot atrium, sold for $8.2 million.

A sampling of last week’s press coverage of CORE and CORE properties.

“The Most Pampering, the Highest Fees”
New York Times
CORE Managing Director Emily Beare (right) commented on Manhattan’s hotel co-ops in Alexei Barrionuevo’s latest “Big Deal” column, which took a close look at the higher fees (and higher level of service) found at classic buildings like the Carlyle and the Pierre. The Real Deal also chimed in on the story.

“Sheik of E. 71st St.: Qatar PM doles out $47 million for double-wide townhouse”
New York Daily News
Sheik Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, the Prime Minister of Qatar, has ended his headline-grabbing NYC housing hunt at 22 East 71st Street, a large beautiful townhouse the Sheik reportedly paid $47 million for. CORE’s Jarrod Guy Randolph, who is very active on the Upper East Side, provided some analysis: “A townhouse may have been the right move for this guy from the beginning. The upper East Side townhouse market is strong, but it doesn’t have the cachet of a new condominium, especially among foreign buyers. We’re not even close to the $100 million townhouse sale.”

Great views are not always determined by how high in the sky you are–location plays a major part. Each neighborhood provides a different perspective on what makes New York City great, and sometimes things line up so that particular apartments reap the rewards. Here are some classic views currently on the market.

Where: 520 West 19th Street, #9CA
Size: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Asking: $6,875,000
Listed by: Emily Beare and David Beare

The Empire State Building, the Hudson River, Chelsea’s historic London Terrace towers and the newest New York City icon, the High Line park, are what you’ll find when looking out the windows of this Chelsea beauty, in an Annabelle Seldorf-designed building on the neighborhood’s “Architect’s Row.” Even traditionalists would appreciate the walls of windows that lead to views this good.

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