The former couple list their $60m Manhattan triplex as divorce proceedings move forward.
Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness have listed their sprawling New York penthouse for an eye-watering $US38.9 million ($59.6 million AUD), as their high-profile divorce unfolds. The property, located at 176 Perry Street in Manhattan, marks another significant move in the couple’s recent division of assets.
The sale comes just weeks after Furness officially filed for divorce from Jackman. Property records reveal that only days before the filing, Furness acquired a separate Manhattan penthouse at 100 Eleventh Avenue. In that deal, a company tied to Furness paid $US11.7 million ($17.8 million AUD) — half the property’s value — to a company associated with Jackman. The transaction was finalised on May 21, just two days before Furness filed for divorce.
Now, their Perry Street penthouse, which they purchased together in 2008 for $US21 million, is up for grabs. Spanning the top three floors of the glass tower, the triplex boasts sweeping views over the Hudson River. Its striking modernist design, courtesy of renowned architect Richard Meier, has long attracted attention in Manhattan’s luxury real estate circles.
The penthouse features five bedrooms and seven bathrooms spread across more than 1,000 square metres of living space. Luxurious amenities include a private sauna, an indoor gym, and a dramatic spiral staircase connecting the three expansive levels. The property also offers panoramic river views from nearly every room, creating a sense of both openness and exclusivity.
Originally described as a “modernist masterpiece” when listed in 2008, the apartment was touted for its impeccable standards and high-end finishes. Despite its grandeur, the property has struggled to find a buyer. The couple previously listed it for sale in 2022 without success. More recently, they attempted to rent the penthouse at $US125,000 per month, but again failed to secure a tenant.
Jackman and Furness announced their separation in September 2023, ending nearly 30 years of marriage. The pair first met in 1995 on the set of the Australian prison drama Correlli, where their romance began. Over the years, they became one of Hollywood’s most admired couples, sharing two children and a reputation for their seemingly unbreakable bond.
Their decision to part ways shocked fans worldwide. In a joint statement at the time, the couple said their journey was “now shifting” and that they were embarking on individual paths with “gratitude, love, and kindness.”
Since their separation, the process of untangling their substantial real estate holdings has been closely watched. This latest listing suggests the couple is now actively liquidating shared properties as part of their divorce proceedings.
The Perry Street penthouse stands as one of Manhattan’s most sought-after addresses, thanks not only to its breathtaking design but also to its celebrity pedigree. It’s unclear whether Jackman or Furness resided there full-time in recent years, though the apartment has often been associated with Jackman’s presence in New York while balancing his Broadway commitments and Hollywood career.
As the property officially hits the market, real estate watchers will be eager to see if the striking triplex finally attracts a buyer. With its prime location, architectural pedigree, and the added cachet of its celebrity owners, the penthouse offers a rare opportunity for the right deep-pocketed purchaser.
The listing is now expected to generate considerable interest from both domestic and international buyers, as Manhattan’s ultra-luxury property market remains fiercely competitive.
