A penthouse is an exclusive and luxurious type of apartment located on the top floor of an apartment building. It's no wonder that penthouse prices are so high.
One must be prepared to spend a significant amount of money to obtain such a luxurious residence. According to Luxatic, here are 5 of the most expensive penthouses in the world:
1. Odeon Tower Penthouse, Monaco - US$ 440 Million or Rp 6.3 Trillion (Exchange rate 14,319/US$)
Monaco is known as a center of glamorous life and is associated with luxury and a lavish lifestyle. The Odeon Tower, located in Monaco, holds the title of the world's most expensive apartment.
The Odeon Tower is one of the tallest residential buildings in Europe and the first skyscraper built in Monaco since the 1980s. This penthouse boasts a 33,500 square-foot living space spread across five floors, featuring amenities such as a gym, sauna, cinema, library, whiskey bar, and billiards room.
Furthermore, there's an infinity pool with a waterslide, where the owner can enjoy the best views in all of Monaco. The cost to own this penthouse is approximately US$ 440 million, or the equivalent of Rp 6.3 trillion.
2. One Hyde Park, London – US$ 237 Million or Rp 3.4 Trillion
Recently completed in the Knightsbridge area, in the heart of London, One Hyde Park is one of the most expensive apartment complexes in the world. The project reportedly cost nearly US$ 2 billion; it's no surprise that this residence is the most expensive in all of London.
This apartment has several impressive amenities, including 24-hour concierge service, a 21-meter stainless steel ozone pool, and extremely high security. One Hyde Park became the most expensive apartment ever sold in the UK when it was purchased by an unknown Eastern European billionaire for US$ 237 million, or Rp 3.4 trillion.
3. Ritz-Carlton Penthouse, New York – US$ 118 Million or Rp 1.69 Trillion
The Ritz-Carlton penthouse is the third most expensive. Located in New York City, it is priced at approximately US$ 118 million or Rp 1.69 trillion.
It features fully furnished rooms decorated with exquisite taste and offers breathtaking views from 400-foot-high windows.
4. House No 1, The Peak, Hong Kong – US$ 102 Million or Rp 1.46 Trillion
House No 1 features a large private swimming pool, Jacuzzi, garden, and rooftop terrace offering stunning views of Victoria Harbour. The penthouse even has a lift to help the owner get around.
With an area of 4,661 square feet, this apartment is not particularly large. However, the cost to own this penthouse is a fantastic US$ 102 million, or Rp 1.46 trillion.
5. CitySpire Penthouse, New York – US$ 100 Million or Rp 1.43 Trillion
In addition to the Ritz-Carlton, New York also offers a luxurious apartment at a fantastic price: the CitySpire Penthouse, priced at US$ 100 million or Rp 1.43 trillion.
What's striking about this penthouse is its octagonal shape. It covers an area of 8,000 square feet.