Penthouse Sales Surge Across Major Cities

Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost's former penthouse in New York's Carnegie Hill has gone under contract for nearly its $19.5 million asking price, featuring five bedrooms and stunning Central Park views. Meanwhile, a historic two-story penthouse on Lake Shore Drive in Chicago sold for $7.7 million, significantly discounted from its previous asking price of $17 million, making it the year's second-highest sale in the area. In Sheffield, a stylish penthouse at Porter Brook House is on the market, boasting two bedrooms and a wrap-around balcony with city views, appealing to local buyers in a trendy district. Avenue Bellevue in Washington state has sold all its penthouse units, with the last one fetching $8.975 million, following a record-setting sale of $14.35 million earlier this year. The developments are notable for their luxurious amenities and prime locations, attracting affluent buyers in competitive markets.