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$308 Million Monaco Penthouse Purchased by Abramovich Associate? [UPDATED]

A well-connected Luxist follower has written in to inform us of the identity of the buyer of the record-shattering $308 million Monaco penthouse (above) we just reported on. The new owner of the world's most expensive apartment we're told is Greek billionaire Constantine Alexander-Goulandris, a close friend and business associate of Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich. According to Wikipedia, the American-born Alexander-Goulandris, 47, who's based in Monaco, is an influential adviser to the Saudi royal family and the emirs of Qatar and Kuwait, as well as the leaders of the UAE and many of the world's largest oil companies.

In addition to Abramovich he's also close to Russian prime minister Vladimir Putin. Though not on Forbes' list of the world's richest people, he's said to be worth an estimated $15 billion thanks to investments in petroleum and energy shipping and real estate, including the Olympic Tower building in NYC. In addition to Monaco Alexander-Goulandris reportedly maintains residences in Paris, London, Antibes, New York and Hawaii. He also owns one of the largest yachts in the world, the Dubai-registered, 279-ft. Delma, and jets around on a Boeing 767 and two Gulfstream G550s.

UPDATE: The buyer was in fact a member of Dubai's royal family; Alexander-Goulandris acted as an adviser - read more here.

Gallery: $308 Million in Monaco

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Hong Kong Apartment Sells For $57 Million

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A couple of people sent me a note on this one, a sign that luxury real estate is thriving in some parts of the world. We've heard all sorts of rumors about a Hong Kong real estate bubble and the bubble talk reached a fever pitch this week with the news that a Hong Kong apartment has sold for a whopping $57 million. The five-bedroom duplex suite is in a building called 39 Conduit Road. At around 6,158 square feet it is believed to be Asia's most expensive property per square foot. Amenities include a spa, swimming pool, ballroom and fitness center and the building in the Hong Kong hills boasts harbor views. Another unit in the building sold for $51 million. The fact that there is a limited amount of real estate available in the area has led to some high-prced deals as well as concerns that most residents are unable to purchase a home.

The developer, Henderson Land Development Company Limited, created a building of 66 units total ranging from 2,800 to 7,600 sq. ft. Henderson Land Development Company Limited Sales General Manager Mr. Thomas Lam said, "the supply of new luxury residence in mid-levels is extremely scarce while luxury properties in the area have always been a sought after choice. We have recently witnessed record-breaking deals in luxury property market."

[Thanks Lori and Tal]

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Marc Drier's One Beacon Court Apartment To Be Auctioned Off Too

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Last week we brought you the yacht and vacation homes of money-laundering lawyer Marc S. Dreier. Now Bloomberg reports that he will also lose his luxury condo at Manhattan's One Beacon Court. Dreier is currently confined under armed guard at the residence. He is being sentenced for charges of money laundering, conspiracy, securities fraud and wire fraud on July 13 and the auction will be held by David R. Maltz & Co. on July 21. Drier paid $10.4 million in 2007 for the four-bedroom unit. Drier's schemes cost his victims $400 million and he could face a life sentence. Cityfile has a tour of the apartment from before Drier moved in.

One Beacon Court, also known as the Bloomberg Tower because it is the headquarters of Bloomberg LP, was designed by architect Cesar Pelli. It nicludes a fitness center, business center, children's playroom and more for which you'll spend over $4,000 in monthly common charges. There are many units for sale in the building including the one belonging to Formula 1 boss Flavio Briatore listed for $25 million.

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Lindsay Lohan's NYC Apt. for Sale

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Lindsay Lohan's former Manhattan pied-a-terre, in the Atelier building on West 42nd St., is on the market for $1.25 million. The 40th floor aerie features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows with an unobstructed view of the Empire State Building, marble baths, stone countertops and an open chef's kitchen, NBC New York reports. Though the actress' reps insist she never spent much time there, the listing circulated by the realty company notes she spent $100,000 on luxe upgrades for the pad. And last year she gave Extra an exclusive tour of the apartment and the building, telling them "the security is fantastic here which I think is really important".

Lohan also hosted a photo exhibit and auction there benefiting the American Red Cross. The Atelier's amenities include a white marble lobby, exclusive full basketball and volleyball courts, a rooftop Sky Lounge with a billiards table, a landscaped sun deck, and a fitness and yoga center with an indoor swimming pool. Nick Lachey and gal pal Vanessa Minnillo also own a condo there. Lohan's apartment had originally been listed at $1.3 million but has already been reduced by $50,000. She may have originally been given use of the apartment for free in exchange for promoting the building.

Gallery: Lindsay Lohan at The Atelier

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A New Record In Hong Kong Real Estate

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A new record has been set in Hong Kong real estate. The 80th floor penthouse of The Arch building in the Kowloon district has sold for $28.8 million making it the most expensive apartment per square foot ever sold in Asia at 41,000 Hong Kong dollars per square foot. In the building no floors start with 4, so you go from the 39th to the 50th floor in this building, there are actually 65 floor total (4 is bad luck in Hong Kong like 13 is here in the U.S.). The new owner gets a private swimming pool, a rooftop terrace and 5,497 square feet of space in this unique complex. The building also includes a fitness area, lounge, and pool areas starting at the 60th floor in the place where the two towers join.

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Tel Aviv's $34 Million Apartment

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In Tel Aviv, Israel, the G Tower offers Tel Aviv's most expensive apartment, a flat priced at $34-million apartment. The Gindi Group, which developed the G Tower recently announced the selling price for the triplex flat which combines a former duplex and penthouse apartment on the 24th, 25th and 26th floors. The new apartment is located just under the triplex which was purchased by the holder of controlling interest for Bank Hapoalim, Shari Arison, for $13 million.

The tower has 31 floors with 40 apartments. Building amenities include a culture center with a library and bar, a fitness center, swimming pool, conference center, underground parking and tight security. The new apartment has 360 degree views of the city and measures 1,500 square meters (around 15,145 square feet) for a price of over $22,000 per square meter. According to an article on Haaretz.com some real estate agents in Tel Aviv think the price is way too high, especially since a $25 million penthouse in the Sea One Project on Hayarkon Street failed to sell.

Gallery: Tel Aviv's G Tower

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Rent Harry Potter's Apartment

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A few days ago I mentioned the real estate dealings of Frankie Muniz. Another young star getting his start in the real estate business is Daniel Radcliffe. The Harry Potter star has bought a Manhattan apartment for just under $4.3 million in the 40 Mercer building in SoHo. The property is now listed for rent at $20,000 a month through Halstead. The 1,843 sq ft fifth-floor apartment has two bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms and floor to ceiling windows. Amenities in the building include a swimming pool, steam room and concierge services. The purchase was made by Gilmore Jacobs Ltd., the company set up by Radcliffe's parents when he was just 11. The Sun reports that the company is now worth more around $40 million. Now that he is 18, Radcliffe has control of his own funds but hasn't been seen living too much of an extravagant lifestyle yet.

Gallery: Daniel Radcliffe NY Apt

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Betsey Johnson's Apartment, Estate of the Day

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Today's home brings up the age-old question, when does a woman outgrow the love of pink everything. If you check out fashion designer Betsey Johnson's New York apartment the answer seems to be that you can live in Barbie's dream apartment well into your dotage. The aging designer is preternaturally bouncy and giddy for her age but still perhaps even she has grown weary of her two-bedroom penthouse. The loft in the Gold Coast area of Fifth Avenue is described in the listing as a "lavishly presented confection of fifties Hollywood glamour trimmed in lace, velvet, and gold tassels." Underneath there somewhere is a rather nice apartment with great views and a nice roof deck. It's just hard to see for all the flounce. It is listed at $3.6 million. The listing pics are pretty small but Radar has them bigger.

For another look at Betsey's home decorating style, check out Betseyville, her Mexican getaway home which is available for rent.

Gallery: Betsey Johnson's Pink Palace

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A Pricey Pad For The Jolie-Pitts

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When money is no object it's always interesting to see what people choose as far as living arrangements go, and obviously money is no object for Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. So what did they choose? According to The New York Post they've landed at The Waldorf Towers in New York City. The 6,000 sq ft luxury apartment includes 6 bedrooms, an enormous kitchen, multiple terraces with sweeping views of the city, room service, maid service, and a 24hr concierge.

And perhaps more valuable to the couple than anything is the fact that the new $100,000 per month pad is close to both the United Nations (where Jolie is a goodwill ambassador) and their son Maddox's private French school.

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Paris Penthouse, Estate of the Day

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Unfortunately there are just five pics for this one, but what could be better than a penthouse in Paris with Eiffel Tower views. This penthouse is located in the eighth district of Paris. The duplex apartment is over 4,300 square feet on the seventh and eighth floors. There is also a 1,776-square-foot terrace with complete views of paris. The seventh floor is the family floor with a study, dining room, kitchen and two bedrooms plus a master suite. The eighth floor is a massive reception room that leads out onto the balcony. There are also two staff apartments included. The price hasn't been listed.

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Riverside Drive, Estate of the Day

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Today's listing, a New York duplex penthouse on Riverside Drive on Manhattan's Upper West side is actually a double celebrity home. As the Wall Street Journal reported it is currently owned by CNN correspondent, Miles O'Brien but he and his wife bought it from actor Christopher Meloni (of Law and Order, and Oz) and his wife, Sherman Williams-Meloni. The nearly 2,000-square-foot duplex penthouse has three bedrooms and a terrace overlooking the river. The living room has three exposures and is wired for surround sound. The adjoining dining room has oversized windows and access to the water-irrigated terrace. The eat-in kitchen includes granite countertops, Sub Zero refrigerator and a Bosch dishwasher. The master suite is upstairs and there are two other bedrooms each with its own bath. The building has a 24-hour doorman, garage, gym, kid's playroom, storage and a deck. The apartment is listed at $3.495 million. Mr. O'Brien and his wife bought the apartment in 2005 for $3.2 million. After the jump, the living room at sunset.

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What $10 Million Buys You in Dubai

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The world's ultra-rich have a new place to hang their hats. Dubai's Damac Properties have created a new line of luxury apartments that start around $10 million each. The Signature Residences each occupy an entire floor in two of Damac's skyscrapers: Ocean Heights in Dubai Marina and Lotus Heights in Business Bay. The apartments have 360 degree views and are located on the 67th to 75th floors of the towers and each have a private, voice-activated elevator. All apartments come with a maid's room, four parking spaces each and every apartment will have its very own swimming pool, personal gymnasium and steam room.

[via Arabian Business]

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Bl� Beverly Hills

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Those interested in a Beverly HIlls apartment have a new place to check out. Blü, is an 11-story high-rise in Beverly Hills that has 37 apartments with five units per floor. The building has a doorman, concierge service, an onsite fitness center, media room with a coffee bar and a rooftop terrace lounge. The building is located on Wilshire Blvd. within striking distance of local shopping. One and two-bedroom residences are 900 to 1300 square feet and are pre-wired for cable, multiple phone lines and high-speed internet. Move-ins are scheduled for this summer and cost $4,000 to $7,000 per month. Perhaps the boutique hotel style amenities will atrract the young celebs who are more likely to stay in hotels. After the jump, an interior shot of the apartments which include stainless steel appliances, Kohler tubs and in-unit washer and dryers.

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Brody Jenner's New Malibu Digs

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Would you live on a road that has the same name as your ex? It doesn't seem to be a problem for Brody Jenner, Bruce Jenner's son and US Weekly's hot Hollywood bachelor of the moment . Jenner has signed up to live at Villa Malibu, an apartment complex on Cavalleri Road. If that name sounds familiar it should, it's rather close to Kristin Cavallari,the Laguna Beach princess he once dated. Jenner is moving into a 2,100-square-foot two bedroom + den home. It has also been announced that model Amber Valletta and her husband, Olympic volleyball player Christian "Chip" McCaw, and son Auden will also be living at Villa Malibu. Amenities at the complex include a concierge, "lifestyle valet", a pool with cabanas, yoga and circuit training classes and a continental breakfast every Sunday. Sounds good but it might be a bit of a downgrade for Jenner who once had stepdaddy David Foster's palatial home at his disposal.

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The Rolex Tower, All Glass, No Clock

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A new tower will be going up in Dubai with a name that is recognizable pretty much worldwide. Gulf News reports that the Rolex Tower will be a 63-story mixed-use tower along Shaikh Zayed Road. The building will have a glass facade and will be the standard layered affair of ground floor retail space, offices and then a topping of 23 floors of residential apartments crowned with a few floors of penthouses. The tower was designed by the famous firm of Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, designers of Burj Dubai and many other notable structures. The cornerstone was laid this week and the project is expected to be completed by the end of 2009.

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