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Two classic red brick townhouses with brownstone steps and black iron railings evoke the charm often seen in Manhattan luxury sales. Tall windows line both buildings, while trees cast shadows over potted plants by the entrances.

Manhattan $5M+ Luxury Sales: September 2025

Two classic red brick townhouses with brownstone steps and black iron railings evoke the charm often seen in Manhattan luxury sales. Tall windows line both buildings, while trees cast shadows over potted plants by the entrances.

Manhattan luxury contracts fell amid inventory constraints.

Days on market and average price per square foot declined versus 2024.

September 2025 saw 57 contracts over $5M, down 12% year-over-year.

  • This was the third consecutive month with an annual decline, but sales were still 16% above the 10-year average for September.

Active listings declined 17% year-over-year.

  • Those over $5M+ fell to their second lowest level of any month in 10 years.

Days on market fell 27% year-over-year.

  • The year-over-year decline was versus a high figure last year when several residences entered contract after spending years on the market.

Average asking price per square foot was $2,966, down 7% annually.

  • The year-over-year decline was a result of a fewer new development contracts Uptown asking over $3,000 per square foot.

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