While many major metro areas have seen a drop in home sales during the COVID-19 pandemic in Spring 2020, home sales rebounded in the Summer. With mortgage and lending rates hitting all-time lows, the residential real estate market saw some of the highest sales to date as more and more buyers are flooding the market. As individuals experience a lifestyle change, this comes with no surprise that high net worth individuals are looking for unique destinations, out-of-the-box amenities like a karaoke room or golf simulation and enhanced technology all at their fingertips. From New Jersey all the way to Honolulu, we’ve rounded up some of the most lavish penthouses currently on the market.
The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Honolulu – $35 Million
The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Honolulu will boast the most expensive penthouse for the island, the Hale Nani (Hawaiian for glory). Designed by arguably one of the best design teams on the planet, architecture by au Workshop, interior design by Diana Wong, and landscape by Hart Howerton, the home has approximately 6,000 square-feet of living space, four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms, as well as 647-square-foot lanai area. Residents of the penthouse will enjoy 270-degree views of the Pacific Ocean, Diamond Head and Waikiki. Legendary Mandarin Oriental amenities at the residences include access to world-class shopping and dining, as well as the largest spa in all of Oahu, a theater, recording studio, karaoke room, golf simulation room, chapel and more.
60 White St. PH, Listed by Emily Beare at CORE – $13 Million
Located in the heart of Tribeca on a charming cobblestone street, this 6,207 sqft. duplex penthouse boasts 5 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms with unbeatable views and light. In addition to nearly 1,500 square feet of private outdoor space, this state-of-the-art residence features separate air control, perimeter radiant heating, electronic and video intercom systems, as well as an individually-wired security system by American Security, a pre-wired Cloud9 system, and a Lutron home automation system. Amenities within the boutique condominium include an on-site fitness center, storage, private residential lounge and more.
The Residences at The St. Regis Los Cabos – $6.18 Million
The Residences at The St. Regis will have two exclusive, ocean view penthouses on the top floor of its luxury condominiums. Every sense is heightened in these seductive retreats that feature 4 bedrooms and a family room, offering 13,770 square feet of total living area (6,328 square feet under air and 7,441 square feet of exterior terrace), where every luxury and convenience is manifest. The penthouses feature a private rooftop oasis with expansive lounging, dining with an outdoor kitchen, and a swimming pool. The inside of the homes feature marble countertops in the kitchen and baths, and marble flooring throughout. Purchasers of The Residences will also have access to the bespoke amenities and services of St. Regis, along with access to the award-winning Jack Nicklaus Golf Course and Quivira Golf Club.
The Villa at The Oakman Condominiums, listed by Sharon Weinstein and Silvana Arias Yepez of Modern Spaces – $5.488M
The most expensive penthouse ever listed in Jersey City just hit the market for $5.488M. Just 15 minutes from Manhattan in the heart of Jersey City’s iconic Powerhouse Arts District, the luxurious 4-bed, 4.5-bath home is ideal for city dwellers seeking more space, privacy and luxury without compromising on location. Clad with ultra-high-end contemporary décor and original artwork by renowned local artist David French, the home features amenities like 2,300 sf of private outdoor space, including a heated Endless rooftop pool. A few others include:
· A private, keyed elevator entrance, providing enhanced safety and hygiene in the COVID era
· A private, split-level terrace, featuring panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline; an outdoor shower & restroom; and full outdoor kitchen including pizza oven, BBQ, refrigerator and dish washer, allowing residents to safely entertain their quarantine pod in a gorgeous, open-air environment
· A Crestron smart home automation system, which allows residents to create a hyper-personalized (work from) home experience
The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Boca Raton – $10 Million
The Penthouse Collection at The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Boca Raton, Florida offers a limited number of buyers a rare opportunity to live a lifestyle of unparalleled comfort and sheer elegance. Developed by Penn-Florida Companies and architecture by SB Architects, the penthouses will range from 7,000-10,000 square-feet and may be customized to reflect each home owner’s design and appointment preferences. The collection of 89 magnificent homes will feature private elevators, expansive wrap-around terraces with summer kitchens, 12-foot ceilings with floor-to-ceiling doors and windows, refrigerated wine storage and “smart home” automated technology. Residents of the penthouses will have unlimited access to the exclusive Mandarin Oriental lifestyle amenities which include a residents-only rooftop pool, private club room, expansive wine lounge, and a rare, multi-generational membership to Via Mizner Golf & City Club – the newest, most dynamic private club in Florida. Completion date is scheduled for the second quarter of 2022 and the sales gallery is currently open.
