Cher was the penthouse’s first owner, purchasing it in the 1980s. She then sold the home to record mogul Russell Simmons in 1990 for $1.6 million. And if that isn’t enough celebrity power for you, Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards also lived in the penthouse at one point. But it was Spears, who lived there when she wrote the Grammy-winning song “Toxic,” who turned it into the spacious home it is today by combining two units—apartments 1109 and 1110, to make up the current abode, which spans 3,785 sq. ft. across four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms. Located in a 24-hour doorman building in the NoHo area of Manhattan, the penthouse’s most desirable features include the terraced roof, ample space spanning four floors, fully operational fireplaces, and the wet bar in the master bedroom. The main floor has been converted to an open plan so that the living room flows into the dining room and features a wood-burning fireplace, as well as 12-feet ceilings. A large chef’s kitchen complete with appliances by Sub Zero, Kitchenaid, and Viking makes entertaining a breeze, especially around the large central island, which is the perfect gathering place for casual meals. Also on this level is a full-sized, vented, laundry room with a slop sink. The two levels beneath are the bedrooms, two on each floor with custom closets and separate air conditioning zones. All bedrooms are large in size with custom closets and separate air conditioning zones. The master bedroom is on the lowest level with a wood-burning fireplace, an incredible amount of closet space, and a wet bar. The top-level features the den and outdoor terrace with views of the Empire State Building. There is a full bath on the top level and space for a game room, TV area, or another bedroom. The listing agent is Ian Slater at Compass. Next, Inside Britney Spears’ Net Worth and How Much Money Was Riding on Ending Her Conservatorship
