“The Big Lebowski” star, 65, told Architectural Digest that she had her eye on the residence before it ever hit the market.
“We were so lucky to find this apartment,” she said in a video tour of the home. “I think this is one of the most beautiful apartments in New York.”
Located in a 1920s building that was originally a hotel, the home is on “the roof of the building” and boasts several terraces—including one with an herb garden she planted and shares with her “very close friends.”
After living in a townhouse with her husband, director Brett Freundlich, and their two children for nearly 25 years, this apartment is her first time living “up high.”
Julianne Moore shared a look inside her stunning New York City home, filled with items she’s collected for decades. (Architectural Digest)The West Village abode has ample outdoor space, providing amazing views of the city. (Architectural Digest)The actress and her husband raised their children in a townhouse, but decided to downsize and opt for a unit in a high-rise. (Architectural Digest)
“There’s so much life. You see people,” she said, pointing to a man on his balcony visible through the window. “It’s a wonderful way to experience the life of the city.”
The home underwent an eight-month renovation, a project Moore worked on closely with her brother-in-law, architectural designer Oliver Freundlich. The duo have worked together through six transformations.
“It’s compact enough that the details really, really matter.” Moore said of the home. Freundlich added “a little bit of shine everywhere, like in the light switches and with the faucets and the cabinet handles.”
The home isn’t just filled with items that were sourced to match the aesthetic. Moore seemingly has a meaningful connection to each piece she’s brought into her abode, from the kitchen chairs she purchased in Paris in 1995 and have been in “every place” that she’s lived in since to the modest piece of Ikea furniture she bought instead of “having something made,” which holds dishes in the corner of her storage-lacking kitchen.
The mom of two elaborated on her design preferences, noting that she likes “craft.”
Moore explained she spends most of her time at this table in the entry of the home, looking out over her terrace. (Architectural Digest)The corner bookshelves were installed by the previous owner. (Architectural Digest)Moore has an eclectic collection of art, including a wax baby she acquired after working with the artist who sculpted it. (Architectural Digest)
“I don’t like things to be overly produced,” she shared. “I like patina. I like texture. I like ceramics.”
Ceramics carrying fascinating backstories line many of the surfaces in the dwelling. A fascinating piece by an artist named “Four” holds eggs in the kitchen, a mirror made by Isabel Rower greets guests in the entryway, and a collection of ceramic items cast in bronze—like AirPods and a cassette tape—are displayed in the living room.
While many of the collectibles Moore has acquired over the years have ties to her impressive career—such as the wax baby she snapped up while working with Lisbeth McCoy, the artist who sculpted it—there’s not an inch of the home that feels pretentious.
A table she spent “a long time” hunting down serves as a catchall in the home’s entry, and the hardwood floors of the primary bedroom are bare because she enjoys doing yoga there.
The statement-making bookshelves nestled in a corner of the main living space are left over from the previous owners, whom Moore applauded for having great taste.
Moore’s bathroom is a light-flooded sanctuary, which she says has the best lighting and many intentional little design details. (Architectural Digest)The bedroom is beautiful but unfussy, with bare floors where she enjoys doing yoga. (Architectural Digest)
She kept their original bathtub, too, which is high praise from the tub-obsessed A-lister who considers the feature “essential” to her life.
Just a few cosmetic changes were made to upgrade the primary bathroom, where she worked with Freundlich to source tiles that would match the existing marble.
Simple pleasures seem to bring Moore lots of joy. For example, a “marine lip” has been added to the edge of her bathroom countertop, a detail she says “everybody always comments on.” The feature prevents water from running off the side of the counter.
The bathroom, in general, seems to be a special place for the Academy Award winner.
“One of the things that’s great about this bathroom in particular is, because the marble is so bright and these lights are so good, you tend to look really good in this bathroom,” Moore shared. “Sometimes you might look better in this bathroom than you do in real life, so I don’t know if that’s a good thing or a bad thing.”
While the apartment certainly has some quirks, such as the aforementioned lack of space in the kitchen and a tricky terrace door that increases the odds of getting stuck outside, there’s no shortage of character.
Moore loves working from her table while she looks out at the terrace and is appreciative of her “actual working fireplace,” a feature she explained is “very, very unusual in New York City.”
In addition to the charming penthouse, Moore and her family have a “big house in Montauk.” They originally held a cottage in the same area, selling it for $2.85 million when she realized her children had outgrown it.
“Our kids grew up, literally,” she said. “One is 5’10” and the other is 6-foot-2.”
Although the family has opted for more space by the beach, their apartment in the West Village is a downsize from the townhouse in which she raised her children, Caleb Moore Freundlich, 28, and Liv Helen Moore Freundlich, 24.
A five-bedroom estate in Manalapan, FL, offering the unique “opportunity to renovate, expand, or create a new custom estate” has just hit the market for an eye-watering $95 million.
The 2.69-acre property spanning the Atlantic Ocean to the Intracoastal Waterway has splashed to the top of the week’s most expensive homes list.
Built in 1989, the 16,538-square-foot residence comes with a private 100-foot dock designed to accommodate a substantial yacht.
Also found on the property are east and west pools, a bridge over a pond, and a gazebo. The expansive lot has 250 feet of water frontage on both the ccean and waterway.
More spectacular estates to make the week’s most expensive homes list include a recently gutted Upper East Side townhouse, an equestrian estate in Wellington, FL, and a luxury spec developer’s own mansion in Palm Beach, FL.
Waterfront Point lot: This recently renovated estate is said to be owned by venture capital and private equity firm executive Andrew Heller, who bought it for $16,000,000 in 2014.
The nearly 1-acre lot features stunning views and 343 feet of direct water frontage. It’s anchored by a six-bedroom residence that just completed a “remarkable transformation.” It now features a glass elevator, a grand two-story entry, a chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry and coffered ceilings, and a water-facing primary suite with a fireplace and private terrace.
The property comes with a two-story guesthouse, a private protected dock, an in-ground pool, and a four-car garage.
Peninsula estate: Built in 2020 and designed by architect Max Strang, this gated six-bedroom mansion overlooking New River has many modern amenities, including a pickleball court.
Highlights of the 9,995-square-foot floating cantilever design include retractable glass walls, bespoke lighting, skylights, and European white oak floors. Expansive windows provide jaw-dropping views of the 640 feet of water frontage. Luxurious amenities include a chef’s kitchen with a hidden prep pantry, a formal dining room, a primary suite with a gym and sitting room, a home theater, and a full apartment suite.
Covered patios overlook the in-ground pool with a spa.
Point lot: This recently constructed waterfront estate features three floors of luxurious living on Las Olas Isles.
Built in 2025 by Bomar Builders, the 10,160-square-foot residence, with a third-floor roof deck, was designed by Carlos Martin Architects. Featuring 277 feet of direct water frontage, the six-bedroom mansion is being offered “fully furnished” with interiors by Artistic View. Oak millwork, Italian porcelain, glass walls framing the breathtaking Intracoastal Waterway views, and two fireplaces are found throughout the home.
The nearly half-acre lot also has two summer kitchens, a temperature-controlled wine room, a commercial-grade elevator, a 70-foot lap pool, a spa, and a deep-water dock to accommodate a yacht.
Upper East Side townhouse: This five-bedroom residence spans six levels and features 14,125 square feet of modern living space through a “no-expense-spared gut renovation.”
The elegant interior features an open floor plan designed for grand-scale entertaining and everyday living. A “showpiece” kitchen has Calacatta paonazzo marble, custom cabinetry, and a “dramatic” island. The cozy living room has a wood-burning fireplace. Glass doors open to a landscaped garden ideal for morning coffee. A full-floor primary suite has a dressing room and a spa-inspired bathroom. The lower-level wellness retreat has a gym, a steam room, and a sauna.
A top recreation level has a golf simulator, a kitchenette, and direct access to a private sun deck.
Palm Beach Point: This 23.08-acre equestrian compound features a recently built five-bedroom mansion, a 20-stall barn, dual tack rooms, grooming and feed stations, an all-weather arena, 14 lush paddocks, and a 3.3-acre Grand Prix field.
Built in 2023, the 15,029-square-foot estate, “where no detail has been spared,” has a “restaurant-grade” kitchen, a billiard room, two executive offices, dual primary baths with steam showers, a fitness center, a zero-edge saltwater pool with a hot tub, and a pool house with a cold plunge. There is also a four-bedroom apartment for guests or staff, plus a private studio and a one-bedroom apartment with a separate entry.
The sprawling property comes with a 12-car garage with a lift and a “mile-long all-weather perimeter track.”
Central Park views: This five-bedroom estate, custom-designed by Arthur Dunnam of Jed Johnson Studio, combines the luxury of private living with glamorous community amenities.
A formal private entry opens to a stylish interior with 12.5-foot ceilings, custom millwork, quartered solid oak floors, and integrated cove lighting. The chef’s kitchen has satin-lacquered parchment-white cabinetry, Grigio Carnico marble countertops, and a butler’s pantry. A private terrace overlooks Central Park.
The $21,889 monthly association fee at the Robert A.M. Stern–designed building provides access to a Residents’ Club with a full-service dining room, club room and bar, dining terrace, screening room, game room, and wine tasting room. There is also an Athletic Club and Spa with a pool, fitness center, sports courts, golf simulator, and playroom.
Mediterranean-style mansion: Luxury spec developer Todd Glaser is said to be looking to part ways with his Marion Sims Wyeth–designed estate, which was built in 1928.
The thoughtfully modernized mansion features 12,000 square feet of timeless and elegant living space. Located in the Estate Section, this nine-bedroom residence sits on 1.11 acres, featuring seven fountains, rose gardens, and parking for 12 vehicles. Impressive details include a living room with a 35-foot ceiling, original stenciled pecky cypress beams, a lavish primary suite with dual baths and dressing rooms, and a wine cellar.
A pool, two-story cabana, gym, separate staff quarters, and six-car garage are also found on the property.
Triplex penthouse: Located atop the Robert A.M. Stern–designed luxury building, this five-bedroom estate spans the top three floors, offering spectacular views of Fifth Avenue and Greenwich Village.
Built in 2025, the 8,327-square-foot residence also features 752 square feet of outdoor living. Offering sweeping views of Washington Square Park and the New York skyline, the mansion has a grand entry with a “windowed, architectural staircase,” a great room with herringbone white oak floors, a library, and a Christopher Peacock chef’s kitchen with Calacatta gold marble and a breakfast nook opening to a limestone private terrace. A primary suite with multiple dressing rooms, a private balcony, and dual marble bathrooms spans the lower level. An “entertainer’s dream” on the top floor has a solarium with a wet bar, an expansive terrace, and an outdoor kitchen.
A $16,897 monthly association fee provides access to “white-glove amenities,” including a fitness center curated by The Wright Fit, a tranquility room, a library lounge with a bar and wine/spirit lockers, an atrium dining room with a catering kitchen, and a golf simulator.
2.51-acre waterfront retreat: Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this 10-bedroom compound includes a recently updated 10,000-square-foot main estate and a two-bedroom guesthouse.
Built in 1998, the refreshed 12,019-square-foot interior now offers new windows and glass doors that capture the breathtaking scenery. Luxurious details include a wood-paneled office with built-in cabinetry, a living room with a coffered ceiling and fireplace, and a chef’s kitchen with an oversized island. Covered terraces overlook the private grounds, with a heated swimming pool with new deck, a spa, and a gazebo with beach access.
Also located on the property are a fitness center, two guest casitas, a gatehouse, and a three-car garage.
Sea-to-lake estate: This “exceptionally rare dual waterfront setting” features a five-bedroom mansion. However, its prime 2.69 acres are also being marketed as “an opportunity to renovate, expand, or create a new custom estate.”
The property spans the Atlantic Ocean to the Intracoastal Waterway and features a 100-foot private dock and a beach parcel. The 16,538-square-foot residence has sliding glass doors, exposed beams, and vaulted ceilings.
East and west pools, a bridge over a pond, and a gazebo are also located on the sprawling lot.
The newly completed residence, which was designed by renowned architecture firm Saota, was created to offer “true resort style living,” as evidenced by the laundry list of features that are found across the 1.7-acre spread, including a rooftop wellness pavilion and an infinity pool with a swim-up bar.
At the center of the parcel is a dazzling 18,000-square-foot home that was developed by Michael Chen’s Luxford Group. The company purchased a vacant lot for $14.5 million in 2015 and constructed this megamansion atop it. Since it was completed in 2023, the residence has been used as a venue for a number of glittering functions, including a Louis Vuitton design exhibit.
Perched on a promontory “just two minutes from Sunset Boulevard,” the glamorous sanctuary, which has sparkled its way to the top of the week’s most expensive homes list, features an Arclinea showroom kitchen, a 1,000-bottle wine gallery, a Dolby Atmos cinema, a hand-carved stone bar, and a 50-foot cascading water wall.
Offering sweeping views from Santa Monica to the Pacific Ocean, the residence also has a four-stop elevator and a “showroom-style” garage with custom Italian millwork and Schweiss bifold glass door that can accommodate up to nine sports cars.
More jaw-dropping estates to make the week’s most expensive homes list include an Aspen mountain retreat, a 2-acre Hamptons sanctuary, and a 2,380-acre Texas farm.
Coastal off-grid luxury estate: This four-bedroom compound is architect Mickey Muennig‘s “final residential masterpiece” tucked away on a 109-acre nature preserve.
Located between U.S. Forest Service land to the south and California State Park land to the north, the four-parcel property boasts a 4-mile trail system and access to a beach. Offering views from the Pacific Ocean to a redwood forest, this legacy estate features a solar-powered primary residence with glass walls, heated concrete floors, a double-sided wood-burning fireplace, a wine cellar, and multiple patios. The one-bedroom guesthouse was also designed by Muennig.
A three-car garage can be found on property.
Gilly Gilson of Engel & Volkers Carmel is the listing agent.
Mickey Muennig-designed estate in Big Sur, CA (Realtor.com)
Vulcan: This five-bedroom lavish penthouse located in the Four Seasons Private Residences Deer Valley is under construction and slated to be complete in 2028.
The 6,558-square-foot duplex “built for a life lived at elevation” will feature a media room, game room, dual primary suites, two fireplaces, and a grand salon with a dramatic vaulted ceiling. Luxurious finishes include Mountain White marble, Taj Mahal quartzite, white oak millwork, and engineered wood floors. It will also offer breathtaking views spanning from Deer Valley’s Bald Mountain to the Jordanelle Reservoir.
“Renderings are not specific to individual residences and may differ from the finished product,” the listing notes.
Sheila Hall of Summit Sotheby’s International Realty DV EV is the listing agent.
Mountain retreat: This modern five-bedroom mansion boasts floor-to-ceiling glass walls offering spectacular views of Aspen Mountain, Highlands, and Independence Pass.
Built in 2019, the 7,312-square-foot estate is conveniently located near Aspen Golf & Tennis Club, the Roaring Fork River, hiking and biking trails, and downtown Aspen. Sophisticated finishes include European glass doors, walnut floors, Italian windows, Swiss gray stone masonry, and a snowmelt system.
Opulent amenities include a chef’s kitchen with a butler’s pantry, a primary suite with a handcrafted wood soaking tub, a lower-level entertainment area with a bar, theater, and 1,500-bottle, climate-controlled wine room. There is also a massage room, sauna, bunk room, and three-car garage.
Patios with two fire pits overlook a hot tub, outdoor kitchen, and dog run.
Lex Tarumianz of Aspen Snowmass Sotheby’s International Realty is the listing agent.
Celebrity pedigree: This eight-bedroom legacy estate with a safe room and bomb shelter was the former longtime residence of legendary actors Barbara Stanwyck and Robert Taylor.
The 14,744-square-foot Bel-Air mansion built in 1932 has been thoughtfully modernized. Original details include wood-beamed ceilings, iron bannisters, multiple fireplaces, and a library with built-ins.
Modernizations include a lavish kitchen with wine refrigeration, a family room with full bar that transforms into a screening room, a spacious primary wing with “dramatic entry foyer,” and a private club–inspired entertainment level with wine cellar, full bar, billiard lounge, and entertaining spaces.
Also found on the manicured 1.22-acre lot are a koi pond, lily ponds, fruit trees, tennis court, pool with spa, atrium-style cabana, two-story pool house with full gym, a detached guest suite, and three separate two-car garages.
James Harris of Carolwood Estates is the listing agent.
Brand-new estate: This seven-bedroom compound is located down a long driveway designed for the buyer seeking the ultimate in privacy.
The 12,854-square-foot estate features floor-to-ceiling windows, double-height ceilings, and sophisticated finishes. Also found throughout the three-level home are custom finishes, designer lighting, and a sun-soaked interior with a seamless transition to the outdoor living area. The six-bedroom primary estate also has a gym, home theater, and wellness amenities, including a hot tub, sauna, and steam shower.
A one-bedroom guesthouse, pool, cabana, fire pit, and attached and detached garages are also located on the 1-acre lot.
Jen Finato of Pacific Peninsula Group is the listing agent.
Full-floor condo: This Studio Sofield-designed unit boasts 5,251 square feet of space along with a 151-square-foot terrace featuring Central Park views.
The five-bedroom residence, which has a service entrance, features a corner great room, library, home office, “entertaining wing,” and direct elevator entry. Ornate details include 11-foot ceilings, four exposures, European white oak floors, and custom crown moldings. A triple-exposure kitchen has balcony access and professional-grade appliances.
The primary suite boasts Midtown skyline views, a dressing room with morning kitchen, two walk-in closets, and luxe bathroom with marble flooring and views of Central Park.
An $11,941 monthly association fee provides access to a residents’ lounge with bar, private dining room, billiard room, media room, game room, sport court, wellness center with spa, steam room, sauna, and cold plunge.
Cathy Franklin of Corcoran East Side is the listing agent.
Waterfront mansion: This Hamptons estate sits on 2 acres of privacy with 970 feet of direct frontage on Georgica Pond.
Offering views from the pond to the Atlantic Ocean from a private cove, the property is surrounded by protected land. Located minutes away from restaurants and shops along Main Street, the legacy estate offers the unique opportunity to create the ultimate multigenerational compound “of exceptional scale and stature.”
James Giugliano of Nest Seekers International, Southampton, is the listing agent.
Waterfront estate in East Hampton, NY (Realtor.com)
Full-floor co-op: This four-bedroom residence last traded hands in 2012 when former Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt was reported to have purchased it for $50 million.
The Ries Hayes–designed 11th-floor unit offers sweeping views from Central Park to the Manhattan skyline. Highlights include 32 oversized windows, wide-plank oak floors, custom moldings, bespoke finishes, and high ceilings. A living room for entertaining has a wood-burning fireplace, and an intimate library offers magnificent park views.
Other impressive details include a formal dining room, a chef’s kitchen with a Taj Mahal quartzite center island, a sun-soaked media room with custom built-in bookcases, and a primary suite that was once three original bedrooms.
Also included with the sale, according to the listing, is a two-bedroom Maisonette guest apartment with a private Fifth Avenue entrance.
Cathy Franklin of Corcoran East Side is the listing agent.
Los Angeles Dodgers owner’s New York City apartment (Realtor.com)
2,380-acre farm: This enormous ranch located about a half-hour southwest of Austin boasts an 11-acre spring-fed lake, several ponds, a barn, several outbuildings, and an internal road system.
Designed for the outdoorsy buyer who enjoys fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, horseback riding, or walking trails, the property surrounded by abundant wildlife also has hilltop spots to capture the scenic natural beauty. An additional 855 acres are also available for purchase.
According to the listing, the sprawling Hill Country farm has room for a 4,400-foot airstrip.
Dave Murray of Keller Williams Realty is the listing agent.
2,380-acre farm in Dripping Springs, TX (Realtor.com)
New construction: This brand-new contemporary overlooking the Bel-Air Country Club was designed by Saota with “true resort style living” in mind.
The eight-bedroom mansion perched on a promontory in a gated enclave features a 15-car motor court and views spanning from downtown Los Angeles to Santa Monica and the Pacific Ocean. Over-the-top amenities include a showroom kitchen, a separate chef’s kitchen, a 1,000-bottle wine gallery, a Dolby Atmos screening room, and a lounge with cascading water wall.
Outdoor highlights include a 2,500-square-foot rooftop deck with dual pergolas, a summer kitchen with barbecue pavilion, a wellness retreat with massage room, steam shower, dry sauna, lap pool that flows into an infinity-edge pool with swim-up bar, and a sunken fire pit lounge.
Also found on the 1.7-acre property are a “showroom-style garage” designed to display up to nine sports cars.
Michael Chen of Christie’s AKG is the listing agent.
Newly built estate in Los Angeles, CA (Realtor.com)
Gwyneth Paltrow has come under furious criticism after she appeared in a video commercial for a luxury high-rise apartment building in Israel—amid the country’s ongoing conflict with Palestine.
Paltrow, 53, takes center stage in a new promo for 51 Park, an upscale 51-story development in Herzliya, a city that lies just north of Tel Aviv, and is approximately 50 miles from the Gaza Strip, which has been decimated by the war between Israel and Hamas.
In the ad, Paltrow is seen luxuriating in a high-rise penthouse apartment overlooking Manhattan, complaining about early mornings as she prepares to go on a run through Central Park.
“Who decided mornings should be so early?” she laments, as she stretches and changes into a workout set, before stating: “Even my coffee needs a coffee.”
As the ad shows her jogging along the park’s tree-lined pathways, the voiceover continues: “Waking up for a morning run can be brutal, but it’s a price I’m willing to pay. Because once I hit the park, pure energy takes over. It’s hard to explain.”
Paltrow is then seen running back to the apartment building, where she changes and heads out for the day, while stating: “There’s a reason the world’s most iconic buildings are by a park,” in an apparent reference to 51 Park’s location next to Herzliya Park and Galil Yam Park.
Gwyneth Paltrow has come under furious criticism after she appeared in a video commercial for a luxury high-rise apartment building in Israel—amid the country’s ongoing conflict with Palestine. (51 Park)
The actress makes her way to a waiting car parked at the curb outside the New York building, before instructing the driver to take her to 51 Park.
“New York?” he asks, to which she responds: “Herzliya. Israel.”
Renderings of the finished project are then flashed up on the screen, showing two interconnected towers that rise up over the Herzliya skyline.
Though she did not share the video on her own Instagram account, it was quickly reposted by several other users, many of whom took aim at Paltrow’s decision to tout a luxury real estate project in a country that is still engaged in a violent conflict that has thus far claimed the lives of more than 69,000 people in Gaza alone, according to the Red Cross.
The ad was met with outrage from social media users, who branded Paltrow “irredeemable” for her decision to appear in the clip, while one person on X questioned why she felt it was acceptable to promote “luxury penthouses while Palestinians are being buried beneath the rubble of their homes.”
“This is a staggering display of indifference to the human suffering unfolding before the world’s eyes,” the X user continued.
It’s unclear exactly how much Paltrow was paid to appear in the promotional material for 51 Park, which is the latest project from Israeli real estate group Aviv Melisron and was designed by architect Avner Yashar.
Realtor.com® has contacted Paltrow’s spokesperson for comment.
The website does not currently state how much units inside the building are being listed for; however, The Guardian notes that other, similar properties in the area “have gone for millions.”
“Two spectacular and iconic 51-story towers, overlooking the pastoral Herzliya Park and Galil Yam Park, giving you the perfect combination of urban luxury and green quality of life,” the building description states.
The clip starring the “Shakespeare in Love” actress, who appears to have filmed the ad in New York City, began circulating on social media earlier this week. (51 Park)Paltrow’s ad was filmed to promote 51 Park, a luxury 646-unit development in Herzliya, a city located approximately 50 miles from the Gaza Strip, which has been decimated by the war between Israel and Hamas. (51 Park)
“Perfect location. International style and chic. Environment and planning of an unprecedented standard. Everything you need to live on an iconic level.”
The website further states that, when completed, 51 Park will be home to 646 “diverse” units that include “mini penthouses,” full penthouses, and other apartments with between two and five rooms.
Communal amenities being offered to residents include a swimming pool, a gym and sauna, a Pilates and yoga complex, a business lounge, a wine room, a cinema, and a “boutique retail floor that complements the residential experience.”
It is not known whether Paltrow has any plans to take ownership of any of the units when the property is finished.
Paltrow, who was raised by a Jewish father, director Bruce Paltrow, and a Christian mother, Blythe Danner, and she has previously revealed that she was brought up in a multifaith household.
In October 2023, after members of the terrorist group Hamas launched a violent attack on an Israeli music festival, killing around 1,200 people and taking a further 251 hostage, Paltrow was among a group of Hollywood stars who wrote an open letter to then-President Joe Biden, calling for the release of all those taken by the militants during the attack.
With the letter, the group, which also included Amy Schumer, Sacha Baron Cohen, Chris Rock, Katy Perry, Bradley Cooper, and Justin Timberlake, among others, launched a public campaign called #NoHostageLeftBehind.
“We all want the same thing: Freedom for Israelis and Palestinians to live side by side in peace,” the letter stated. “Freedom from the brutal violence spread by Hamas. And most urgently, in this moment, freedom for the hostages. We urge everyone to not rest until all hostages are released. No hostage can be left behind.”
The final 20 Hamas hostages were released on Oct. 13, 2025, as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement.
However, the conflict remains ongoing—and Israel has been accused of carrying out a genocide in Gaza by multiple human rights organizations, allegations that the country’s leaders have repeatedly denied. The country is currently facing a genocide trial at the International Court of Justice, according to CNN.
A historic New York City townhouse has been opened up to the public for the first time in more than 100 years—revealing a fascinating glimpse at the incredible original features that have been painstakingly maintained since the property was built in 1841.
Located in Manhattan‘s storied West Village, the extraordinary four-bedroom property, which spans 3,450 square feet, has been owned by the same family for more than a century, during which time it has been “meticulously maintained.”
However, the dwelling has now been brought to the market for the first time, with an asking price of $11.99 million, in what listing agent Warner Lewis, the founder and partner of the Harkov Lewis Team at Brown Harris Stevens, describes to Realtor.com® as a “truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
Images of the Greek Revival abode reveal a glimpse at the unique features that can be found inside the home, including the original wood-burning stove in the kitchen, untouched gold leaf detailing, multiple fireplaces, and—perhaps the most special element of all—an incredible two-story greenhouse that is attached to the back of the dwelling.
Yet there are also aspects of the property’s incredible past that are invisible to the casual observer, Lewis explains, such as its connection to the Underground Railroad.
A historic New York City townhouse has been opened up to the public for the first time in more than 100 years. (Andrew Brincka/DD Reps)A new listing for the property reveals a fascinating glimpse at the incredible original features that have been painstakingly maintained since the property was built in 1841. (Andrew Brincka/DD Reps)Located in Manhattan’s storied West Village, the extraordinary four-bedroom property, which spans 2,100 square feet, has been owned by the same family for more than a century, during which time it has been “meticulously maintained.” (Andrew Brincka/DD Reps)
“As a native New Yorker, I have always been fascinated by the history of the city and what it must have been like to live here 100, or more, years ago,” he shares. “My favorite fiction is historical fiction—whether it be ‘The Alienist’ or ‘Gangs of New York’—and when I’m not reading fiction, reading about the actual history of New York has always interested me.
“We have a major link to that history: 29 Grove St. was a stop along the Underground Railroad, and there are copious original details going back to 1841.”
Before the dwelling was officially listed on June 2, the Harkov Lewis team revealed a sneak peek behind its doors in an Instagram post that highlighted some of the other unique features found inside the abode, from a hand-painted blue-and-white porcelain sink that has remained in place since the 1980s to a vintage doorbell that “predates electricity.”
According to Lewis, the property’s charming original features make it one of the most unique listings to hit New York’s real estate market in the last two decades, not least because so many of its historic elements have been so carefully maintained—rather than being stripped out to make way for more modern amenities.
“In 20-plus years of doing real estate in the city, never have I had the pleasure of working on a piece of New York history like 29 Grove,” he said. “Every time I’m in the house, I see a feature that takes me back to a time we can only read about in books or see in movies.
“The historical details of this house are not to be missed and make it a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for its next owner.”
While it retains many of those details, however, the house has undergone some updates, with the listing description noting that the facade of the 21-foot-wide home has been completely restored, while a new roof has also been added within the last seven years.
Images of the Greek Revival abode reveal a glimpse at the unique features that can be found inside the home, including the original wood-burning stove in the kitchen. (Andrew Brincka/DD Reps)The property spreads across four stories, with fireplaces and large floor-to-ceiling windows found in many of the main living spaces. (Andrew Brincka/DD Reps)There is a formal dining room with its own fireplace on the garden level of the dwelling. (Andrew Brincka/DD Reps)
Additionally, the backyard, which can be accessed via the greenhouse, has been leveled to provide a more spacious and usable space.
“Thoughtful updates over the last seven years—a new roof and restored facade, cellar, doors, railings, rear chimney, and bluestone pavers—preserve the home’s integrity as it enters its next chapter,” the listing states. “The backyard has been leveled, creating an open and functional space.”
Inside the home itself, there are plenty of opportunities for additional upgrades to be carried out, including a significant expansion of the home.
“There is also potential to add approximately 1,375 square feet, subject to verification by an architect, allowing for future expansion tailored to your vision,” the listing adds.
A future buyer could also choose to reconfigure the home, which is currently set up with four bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, but offers ample living spaces that could be transformed for another use.
On the main story, referred to as the parlor level, an enormous great room boasts 11-foot-high ceilings as well as a stunning original fireplace and a built-in mirror with gold leaf detailing around its edges. That special design feature is flanked by two floor-to-ceiling windows that help to flood the space with light, while delicate crown molding adds a very luxurious feel to the room.
This room spans the entire length of the property and has been outfitted with two separate seating areas, making it the ideal space for entertaining guests. A long hallway leads out to a large enclosed terrace that serves as the upper portion of the two-story greenhouse, with a spiral staircase that leads down to the ground floor.
According to the listing, the dwelling has undergone many thoughtful updates over the years. (Andrew Brincka/DD Reps)There is an extraordinary two-story greenhouse at the back of the property. (Andrew Brincka/DD Reps)Beyond the greenhouse, there is a large garden space. (Andrew Brincka/DD Reps)
Downstairs on the garden level, there is a large kitchen, where an exposed red brick wall has been accessorized with hanging copper pots that sit above the home’s original wood-burning stove—although the current residents have chosen to add a more modern oven and stovetop for convenience.
Elsewhere on this level, a formal dining room with restored wood floors also houses an additional fireplace, as well as ample room for a very large gathering.
Beyond the kitchen, the enormous sunroom, which is part of the greenhouse space, can be accessed through the hallway or via the spiral stairs that lead down from the upper story. The greenhouse-turned-sunroom effectively serves as a gateway to the garden, where additional seating areas can be found.
The second floor of the dwelling is home to a large primary bedroom, with its own fireplace and a cozy seating area, as well as built-in storage, a large walk-in closet, and an in-room sink. This space shares a full bathroom with a second bedroom on the floor.
The other two bedrooms are located on the third floor, where they are separated by a large den. There is also another full bathroom on this story.
What the listing makes clear, however, is that the dwelling could well be seen as a blank canvas for more industrious buyers who are seeking to write a new chapter for the property, one that incorporates many of the extraordinary details from its earliest days.
“Exquisite original details include a gold leaf pier mirror, beautiful crown molding throughout, and stunning front and interior doors,” the listing description states.
“Historic details such as the five black and gold-veined marble mantles, original shutters, and the original wood-burning kitchen range showcase the home’s 19th-century character. Also remaining are the original cast-iron boot scraper and functioning bell-pull doorbell at the entry.”
