Judith Sheindlin, famously known as Judge Judy, has reached a final decision regarding her Manhattan penthouse: It’s hitting the market. The renowned TV personality and former prosecutor, celebrated for her courtroom reality show, listed her elegant duplex on Thursday with a price tag of $9.5 million. “We’ve cherished this exceptional apartment,” she remarked in a statement, adding that it’s now time to simplify. Situated within the prestigious Sutton Place enclave, the co-op occupies a coveted spot in Manhattan. Stretching from 53rd Street to 59th Street and from First Avenue to the East River, Sutton Place boasts a rich history of notable residents, including the Vanderbilts, Kennedys, and Cuomos, as well as luminaries such as I.M. Pei, Freddie Mercury, and Marilyn Monroe.
Judge Judy has put her Manhattan penthouse on the market.
According to records, the Brooklyn native, aged 81, and her husband, Jerry, also a former television personality and judge, purchased the home for $8.5 million in 2013. Situated in a pre-war building designed by the renowned architect Rosario Candela, the eight-room unit is described as the “epitome of refined living” in the listing by Tom Postilio and Mickey Conlon of Compass.
The home has a wood-paneled library.
“Judy has an exceptional eye for real estate, and this residence is no exception,” remarked Postilio. “Those who appreciate Sutton Place will find this home perfectly harmonized with its surroundings. Its timeless design eschews passing trends in favor of enduring style, and this penthouse exudes style effortlessly.”
There’s a light-filled kitchen.
The home features a 29-foot entrance gallery leading into various spaces, including a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a formal dining room with floor-to-ceiling French casement doors, a wood-paneled library, and a chef’s kitchen that serves as both a culinary workspace and a casual dining area, as per the listing.
There are four bedrooms, including a corner primary suite.
Additionally, the residence boasts a curved staircase adorned with its original wrought-iron balustrade and encompasses four bedrooms, including a corner primary suite. However, perhaps the most remarkable feature is the expansive wraparound terrace, offering “breathtaking views of the New York skyline and the East River,” as noted by Conlon.
There’s a formal dining room.
“Every room in the house exudes comfort,” he continued. “The abundance of natural light and stunning vistas are unparalleled, while the exceptional craftsmanship resonates throughout. Nevertheless, even on the chilliest day of the year, you’d find it challenging to lure us away from that terrace.”
The home spans two floors.