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At the highest end of residential property, penthouses can reach a scale more commonly associated with private estates. Entire floors, private pools, landscaped terraces and exceptional views are increasingly paired with architecture by internationally recognised designers and the services of leading hospitality brands. These extraordinary penthouse residences stand out for their scale, setting, design, and rarity across some of the world’s most exclusive property markets.
1. Sky Penthouse, Tour Odéon, Monaco
Reported Valuation: Approx. US$330 million | Size: Approx. 35,500 sq ft
Crowning Tour Odéon above Monaco, the Sky Penthouse spans several levels and covers approximately 3,300 square metres, making it one of the most ambitious vertical residences conceived in the principality. Its defining feature is an expansive rooftop terrace with a circular infinity pool and waterslide, accompanied by panoramic views across Monaco and the Mediterranean. The residence sits atop a 170-metre tower designed by architect Alexandre Giraldi, with interiors by Alberto Pinto Agency, placing remarkable private scale within one of the world’s most tightly constrained luxury property markets.
2. Billionaire Sky Penthouse, Burj Binghatti Jacob & Co. Residences, Dubai
Offered At: Approx. US$204 million | Size: 22,000+ sq ft
The Billionaire Sky Penthouse occupies the upper levels of Burj Binghatti Jacob & Co. Residences, the Dubai tower developed by Binghatti in collaboration with jewellery and watch house Jacob & Co. Spread across two floors and more than 22,000 square feet, the residence includes seven bedrooms, extensive entertaining areas and private pool facilities, with panoramic views across Dubai. Jewel-inspired detailing and references to Jacob & Co.’s watchmaking form part of the wider building’s design language, making this one of the most distinctive examples of Dubai’s rapidly expanding branded-residence market.
3. Central Park Tower Triplex Penthouse, New York
Previously Offered At: US$195 million | Size: Approx. 17,500 sq ft
Set across the uppermost residential floors of Central Park Tower on Manhattan’s Billionaires’ Row, this triplex spans approximately 17,500 square feet of interior space with a further 1,400-plus square feet outdoors. The three-storey residence includes seven bedrooms, sweeping views across Central Park and the Manhattan skyline, and a grand ballroom with ceilings approaching 30 feet. Central Park Tower rises 1,550 feet above West 57th Street, giving its highest residence a position unmatched by conventional Manhattan apartments and access to the building’s extensive private residential amenities.
4. Penthouse B, One Hyde Park, London
Offered At: £175 million | Size: Approx. 18,000 sq ft
Penthouse B at One Hyde Park occupies the tenth and eleventh floors of the landmark Knightsbridge development, with approximately 18,000 square feet of space and terraces overlooking Hyde Park and central London. The five-bedroom duplex centres on an eight-metre-high formal reception room, alongside multiple living and entertaining spaces, a private cinema and spa facilities. Residents also benefit from services associated with the neighbouring Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, while the building’s Knightsbridge address and unusually large lateral footprint have helped establish One Hyde Park as one of London’s defining super-prime residential developments.
5. One Circular Quay Penthouse, Sydney
Reported Value: Approx. A$150 million | Configuration: Five bedrooms
Occupying three levels at the top of One Circular Quay, the development’s five-bedroom penthouse takes advantage of one of Sydney’s most recognisable waterfront positions. The residence looks directly across Sydney Harbour towards the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, with extensive glazing and outdoor spaces designed around those views. A private north-facing infinity pool adds to its appeal, while its location within Lendlease’s Circular Quay development places it alongside Waldorf Astoria Sydney and within walking distance of the city’s principal cultural and waterfront landmarks.
6. Wallich Residence Super Penthouse, Singapore
Sold For: S$73.8 million | Size: 21,108 sq ft
The Super Penthouse at Wallich Residence occupies the top three levels of Guoco Tower and extends across 21,108 square feet, making it one of Singapore’s largest and best-known private apartments. Its layout incorporates five bedrooms, multiple reception areas, a private pool, jacuzzi, entertainment spaces and a rooftop terrace with far-reaching views across the city. The residence gained particular prominence when it was purchased by James Dyson, while its position above Tanjong Pagar combines remarkable scale with direct access to the restaurants, offices and amenities incorporated into the wider Guoco Tower development.
7. Penthouse at 21 Borrett Road, Hong Kong
Sold For: HK$380.77 million | Size: 3,022 sq ft
Set on the 20th floor of 21 Borrett Road in Hong Kong’s Mid-Levels, this five-bedroom penthouse pairs a highly sought-after Central address with panoramic views extending towards Wan Chai. The 3,022-square-foot residence includes en-suite bedrooms and forms part of the limited collection of penthouses within the development’s second phase. Its HK$380.77 million sale set a new benchmark for 21 Borrett Road, reflecting the scarcity of newly completed large-scale residences within one of Hong Kong’s established ultra-prime neighbourhoods.
8. The Longevity Penthouse, Rivage Bal Harbour, Florida
Offered at: US$75 million | Size: Approx. 19,800 sq ft including exterior space
The Longevity Penthouse at Rivage Bal Harbour takes a distinctly wellness-focused approach to ultra-luxury living. Spanning three levels and almost 20,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, the oceanfront residence incorporates six bedrooms, a private gym, sauna, steam room, cold plunge, and dedicated treatment areas. Separate sunrise and sunset terraces introduce private pools and broad Atlantic and Biscayne Bay views. At the same time, the wider Rivage development occupies a coveted stretch of beachfront in Bal Harbour with architecture by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill and interiors by Rottet Studio.
9. Triplex Penthouse, Aston Martin Residences, Miami
Offered At: US$75 million | Size: Approx. 28,000 sq ft including exterior space
Occupying the top three residential levels of Aston Martin Residences at 300 Biscayne Boulevard Way, the seven-bedroom triplex encompasses nearly 28,000 square feet of interior and exterior space. Floor-to-ceiling glazing takes in Biscayne Bay, the Miami River and the city skyline, while a private rooftop terrace incorporates its own swimming pool and substantial entertaining areas. The interiors carry the material detailing and design language associated with Aston Martin, extending the automotive marque’s identity into one of Miami’s most prominent branded residential towers.
10. Penthouse 76, 53W53, New York
Offered At: Approx. US$64 million | Size: Approx. 7,900 sq ft
Penthouse 76 occupies two levels of 53W53, Jean Nouvel’s slender supertall adjoining the Museum of Modern Art in Midtown Manhattan. Extending across nearly 8,000 square feet, the four-bedroom residence has interiors by Thierry Despont and expansive views across Central Park and the Manhattan skyline, while elements of the tower’s exposed structural diagrid become part of the interior architecture. Residents have access to an extensive private amenity programme as well as a connection to MoMA, giving 53W53 an unusual combination of significant contemporary architecture, art-world proximity and high-rise residential luxury.
Exceptional Living at the Highest Level
The most remarkable penthouses distinguish themselves through qualities that are difficult to reproduce: an irreplaceable view, unusual scale, architectural significance or an address where available space is exceptionally scarce. Tour Odéon’s multi-level Monaco residence, One Circular Quay’s harbour position and 53W53’s architectural pedigree approach that idea in very different ways, illustrating how the world’s most ambitious penthouses have evolved into private estates in the sky.
