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Hollywood star Johansson acquires Manhattan penthouse at steep discount
Actor Scarlett Johansson and her husband Colin Jost have purchased a luxury Manhattan co-operative penthouse at roughly half its original asking price. The high-end property finally sold after remaining on the market for seven years.
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The couple acquired the Upper West Side penthouse for $13 million, a significant markdown from its initial listing price of $27.5 million. The property, which spans 6,000 square feet, underwent multiple price reductions over its extended time on the market before finding buyers.
The residence features six bedrooms and seven bathrooms, along with an array of upscale amenities befitting Manhattan's luxury real estate market. The previous owners had undertaken extensive renovations to the property before listing it for sale, modernizing the space to appeal to prospective buyers.
The drawn-out sale process underscores the challenges facing high-end real estate in New York City's competitive market, where premium properties often face extended selling periods. The eventual transaction at approximately 47 percent below the original asking price reflects market realities in the luxury segment.