Top 10 most expensive apartment in the world : Luxury penthouses in Monaco, London and New York top the list of the world’s priciest apartments, many with their own pools, a full 360-degree view and concierge service. Another contender for that top position: the Sky Penthouse at Odeon Tower in Monaco, which is valued at about $440 million.
Here are the 10 most expensive apartment listings and sales:
- Sky Penthouse, Odeon Tower (Monaco): $328 million $440 million. A 5-story penthouse with its own waterslide and infinity pool.
- Penthouse D, One Hyde Park (London): $237 million. Far from any prying eyes, the home is reputed to have high security measures, such as bulletproof glass.
- Ritz-Carlton Penthouse (New York): $163 million. A full-floor penthouse in Manhattan with two levels.
- One Sydney Harbour Penthouse (Sydney) — $140 million (2021)=
- CitySpire Penthouse (New York): about $100 million. Located in Manhattan.
- House No. 1, The Peak (Hong Kong): $102 million.
- 432 Park Avenue Penthouse (New York): $95 million.
- One57 penthouse (New York): $90 million.
- South Bank Tower Penthouse (London): $90 million.
- Faena Hotel Penthouse (Miami Beach): Around $60 million.
Key Takeaways:
Location: Many of the best condos in the world are in either “Billionaire’s Row” on NYC, Knightsbridge London or coastal Monaco.
Amenities: Many of these properties have private cinemas, spas and infinity pools and 24-hour concierge service.
Owner Focus: Many are acquired by international ultra-high-net-worth individuals and serve, in many cases, as a tax-efficient asset.
(To be sure, Antilia in Mumbai — if you consider it a home and not an apartment —if you’re mailing yourself there one day is one of the most expensive on earth at over $1 billion but is a 27-story private residence, much less in London than the median U.K. price of £285k.)
The international market for ultra-luxury penthouses is fluid, with new projects in New York, Dubai and London routinely displacing the previous holders of top rankings.
The following list presents the 10 most expensive apartments and penthouses ever sold, along with their current estimated price tags in US dollars.
The Sky Penthouse (La Tour Odéon, Monaco)
Estimated Price: $440 Million This five-story penthouse is widely believed to be the most expensive apartment in the world. The residence, which is 35,500 square feet, comes with a private water slide that plunges from the balcony into an oval infinity pool with views of the Mediterranean Sea.
The Penthouse (Central Park Tower, New York City)
Estimated Value: $250 Million At 1,416 feet above the streets of Manhattan, this is the world’s highest residential residence. The three-floor space (levels 129 to 131) features a ballroom, a private terrace and views of New York City from every angle.
Penthouse D (One Hyde Park, London)
Estimated Value: $237 Million A duplex apartment in Knightsbridge that broke records on the U.K. market. It is known for its extreme security, offering bulletproof glass and Guards trained in the SAS, as well as a private tunnel to the Mandarin Oriental hotel.
220 Central Park South (New York City)
Estimated Value: $238 Million Although there are multiple units in the building, billionaire Ken Griffin bought a sprawling quadplex here in 2019 — which is still the priciest home sale ever recorded in this country.
Penthouse at Sky Lodge (New York City) — Ritz-Carlton
Estimated Value: $118 Million Spanning three separate units at the top of the Ritz-Carlton in Battery Park City, this palatial residence has more than 15,000 square feet of interior space and sweeping views of the Statue of Liberty.
Woolworth Tower Residences (Pinnacle Penthouse, New York City)
Price: $110 MillionApproximate floor count: 5Situated in the “crown” of the historic Woolworth Building, about 700 feet above street level, this penthouse occupies five floors. It also has a private observatory deck.
House No. 1 (The Peak, Hong Kong)
Estimated Price: $102 Million Hong Kong routinely emerges as one of the priciest markets on a square-foot basis. This luxury development by Sun Hung Kai Properties has private pools and gardens facing Victoria Harbour.
City Spire Penthouse (New York City)
Estimated Price: $100 Million An octagon-shaped penthouse atop the CitySpire building, on the 73rd through 75th floors. It has a private elevator and 3,000 square feet of wrap-around terrace space.
432 Park Avenue (New York City)
Estimated Value: $95 Million Iconic for its skinny silhouette, penthouses on the upper floors of the building have included some of retail and tech’s richest mega moguls and boast huge 10×10 foot windows.
One 57 (New York City)
(Estimated Sale Price: $90 to $100 Million) On “Billionaire’s Row,” this building was one of the first around where a sale for a single apartment broke the $100 million barrier in New York. Residents have use of the amenities of the Park Hyatt hotel below.
Summary of Global Luxury Hubs
New York City: Takes the top spot thanks to “Billionaire’s Row” and views of Central Park
Monaco: Highest price per square foot in the world; land is limited and Monaco is a tax haven.
London: A perennial favorite for global investors looking for secure assets in historical locations.
Hong Kong: Has some of the highest price-to-space ratios on the planet.
Top 10 Most Expensive Apartments in the World
| Rank | Property | Location | Estimated Price | Notable Feature |
| 1 | Sky Penthouse (La Tour Odéon) | Monaco | $440 Million | Five-story rooftop with waterslide into an infinity pool |
| 2 | The Penthouse (Central Park Tower) | New York, USA | $250 Million | The highest residential address in the world |
| 3 | 220 Central Park South | New York, USA | $238 Million | Massive quadplex sold to Ken Griffin |
| 4 | Penthouse D (One Hyde Park) | London, UK | $237 Million | Military-grade security and bulletproof glass |
| 5 | Ritz-Carlton Penthouse | New York, USA | $118 Million | Combination of three units with Statue of Liberty views |
| 6 | Pinnacle Penthouse (Woolworth) | New York, USA | $110 Million | Located inside the historic building’s copper “crown” |
| 7 | House No. 1 (The Peak) | Hong Kong | $102 Million | Features a private garden and pool overlooking Victoria Harbour |
| 8 | CitySpire Penthouse | New York, USA | $100 Million | Octagonal-shaped layout with 360-degree terrace |
| 9 | 432 Park Avenue | New York, USA | $95 Million | Renowned for its 10×10 foot “picture frame” windows |
| 10 | One 57 Penthouse | New York, USA | $90 Million | The first major record-setter on NYC’s “Billionaire’s Row” |
