This is the incredible Manhattan condo that football superstar Thierry Henry has purchased.
The 33-year-old French football player, who recently began playing for the New York Red Bulls, paid a whooping $9 million for the top two stories of the stunning Soho skyscraper.
In addition, he paid $5.85 million buying the flat on the floor under his penthouse with the intention of combining them after the present owner vacates.
Open plan living: French footballer Thierry Henry has bough a stunning three-storey apartment in the heart of New York’s hip Soho district
Fantastic location The athlete, who recently began playing for the New York Red Bull, paid $5.85 million for the floor below and $9 million for the upper two stories.
The gorgeous 5,607 square foot apartment is situated in the Nolita neighborhood on the same street in New York where Heath Ledger passed away in 2008 from an unintentional overdose of prescription medications. It also includes 4,500 square feet of outdoor space, which includes a bamboo garden.
Celebrities seem to like this neighborhood; Nicole Kidman, Lenny Kravitz, and Courtney Love all once lived on the same street, while Alicia Keys has an apartment nearby.
Wide-eyed: Since he was a teenager, the 33-year-old celebrity has fantasized about relocating to New York City.
According to city records, it includes a 72-inch built-in flat screen with surround sound and radio, an open chef’s kitchen, a media room with a wet bar, and 17 feet of floor to ceiling windows.
Andrea Rajačić, the new girlfriend of the sportsman, and he have their own ‘rain’ shower in their separate dressing rooms in the main bedroom.
The magnificent 5,607 square foot apartment, which also has 4,500 square feet of outdoor area,
After relocating to New York, Henry had spent months searching for an apartment, with a preference for trendy downtown neighborhoods like Soho, Tribeca, and Nolita, where he was now living.
He fell in love with his new 5,607 square foot house right away, and it also has 4,500 square feet of outside area.
“Henry was the first to see it,” broker Ivan Prochko stated. In two days, he watched it three times. We then had an offer that was approved.
The football star was given permission to extend his already incredible residence when he stated that the tenant on the remaining floor ‘is expected soon’ to vacate.
There are 17-foot floor to ceiling windows on the top floor and a patio that encircles two bedrooms on the middle floor. There are two bedrooms and a kitchenette on the lower level.
Cooking up a treat: The property features a stunning opening chef’s kitchen, looking out over fantastic views of the city
Luxurious features include a 5,607 square foot indoor living area and two distinct “rain” showers for each of the master bedroom’s his and hers dressing rooms.
After showing the flat to other customers, Prudential Douglas Elliman broker Raphael DeNiro said, “It’s a pretty amazing apartment with great views and lots of light.”
Ever since his first visit to the Big Apple as a wide-eyed 19-year-old, Henry has stated that he has always wanted to live in New York.
He subsequently remarked, “It was an amazing trip,” remembering the view of the buildings and getting to enjoy the parks.
“I have returned each and every time I have had the opportunity.”
Cozy and comfortable: The apartment will receive an abundance of natural light thanks to its huge windows.
Rooftop terrace: It comes complete with another 4,500 sq ft of outdoor space with dining area
Hitting the right note: A gorgeous black grand piano is focal point in the main living area