In May 2026, Linda Evangelista sold her West Chelsea penthouse at 525 West 22nd Street for $6.75 million after a price cut from $9.45 million.
Evangelista bought the converted industrial building in 2001 for a reported $1.4 million, though CityRealty cites an $8.4 million figure, a discrepancy that sparked debate among real‑estate analysts.
The penthouse earned a brief celebrity spotlight when Keanu Reeves rented it during his 2025 Broadway run of Waiting for Godot, paying roughly $45,000 a month, keeping the unit occupied while it lingered on the market.
Spanning 4,022 sq ft, the four‑bedroom, two‑bath duplex boasts high ceilings, exposed brick, polished concrete, and a 2,500‑sq‑ft terrace that commands views of the High Line, a rare luxury for Manhattan residents.
West Chelsea’s evolution from industrial lofts to high‑rise towers has pushed prices skyward, and the sale underscores a shift toward more affordable luxury units in the area, as analysts note a 12 % drop in median listing prices over the last year.
The transaction will be recorded at the New York City Register Office on June 1, and the building’s new owner is slated to take possession in early June, a move that may spur additional sales in the neighborhood.