Acclaimed actress Greta Garbo’s former home has gone up for sale at $7.25 million – and it still has many of the late starlet’s signature touches.
With her name forever associated with Hollywood royalty, Greta’s old Manhattan pad is certainly fit for a queen.
The stunning three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment is now back on the market for just over $7 million – and it’s perfect for fans of the Swedish-American star.
Last sold for $8.5 million in 2017 after a fierce bidding war, the home retains many of her furnishings and personal touches.
Greta – who was best known for her roles in A Woman of Affairs, Anna Christie, Romance, and Camille – died in 1990 at the age of 85, but retired from acting when she was just 35, leading a private life in her New York apartment for 50 years – and it’s easy to see the appeal.
Acclaimed actress Greta Garbo’s former home has gone up for sale at $7.25 million – and it still has the late starlet’s signature touch
With her name forever associated with Hollywood royalty, Greta’s old Manhattan pad is certainly fit for a queen
The stunning three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment is now back on the market for just over $7 million – and and it’s perfect for fans of the Swedish- American star
Greta was best known for her roles in A Woman of Affairs, Anna Christie, Romance, and Camille
She died in 1990 at age 85, but retired from acting when she was 35, leading a private life in her NYC apartment for 50 years – and it’s easy to see the appeal
The home boasts large picture windows with spectacular views of the East River, which was said to have reminded Greta of her native Stockholm
The apartment is located at the end of 52nd street in Manhattan, right next to the East River
The home boasts large picture windows with spectacular views of the East River, which was said to have reminded Greta of her native Stockholm.
It also includes a newly renovated kitchen, dining room, many living areas, numerous bathrooms, and a HVAC system.
The spacious kitchen is connected to a formal dining room and includes a Miele side-by-side refrigerator and freezer, a Thermador five-burner stove with griddle and oven, and a custom maple-top center island.
It also has more than a dozen cabinets and drawers for optimal storage space, a chandelier hanging from the high ceilings, and intricate wood carvings in the walls.
The living room – which was Greta’s favorite space – includes a gas fireplace and an attached den, while French doors at the far end open to a lovely balcony cooled by river breezes.
The primary bedroom suite features Greta’s beloved rose-hued Fortuny silk walls and headboard, while a second bedroom includes a pink-and-green-accented V’Soske rug personally designed by the movie star. A third bedroom is currently set up as a study, with its own en suite.
It includes a newly renovated kitchen, dining room, multiple living spaces, numerous bathrooms, and a HVAC system
The spacious kitchen is connected to a formal dining room and includes a Miele side-by-side refrigerator and freezer, a Thermador five-burner stove with griddle and oven, and a custom maple-top center island
In the dining room, a stunning chandelier hangs from the high ceilings while accented wooden walls surround the bright space
The living room – Greta’s favorite space – includes a gas fireplace and an attached den, while French doors at the far end open to a lovely balcony cooled by river breezes
The primary bedroom suite features Greta’s beloved rose-hued Fortuny silk walls and headboard
A second bedroom includes a pink-and-green-accented V’Soske rug personally designed by the movie star
A third bedroom is currently set up as a study, with its own en suite
The home also offers generous storage spaces, plus separate laundry and utility rooms.
Greta grew up in Sweden and started appearing in commercials for women’s clothing after college. In the 1920s, she landed a few Swedish roles before she was discovered by Louis B. Meyer, vice president of media company Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios.
Louis believed he could turn her into a big star and had her relocate to Hollywood, where he did just that. She went on to become one of the most well-known actresses of her time, but after starring in 28 feature films across 16 years, she retired in 1941.
She later told biographer Sven Broman, per Daily Star, ‘I was tired of Hollywood. I did not like my work. There were many days when I had to force myself to go to the studio. I really wanted to live another life.’
After leaving the spotlight, she resided in the New York City apartment and worked as an art dealer. She died of pneumonia and renal failure in 1990.
The property – which was featured on TopTenRealEstateDeals – is located in the legendary Campanile building, famous for the superior, white-glove level of service and discretion it offers to its VIP residents.
Greta grew up in Sweden. In the 1920s, she landed a few Swedish roles before she was discovered by Louis B. Meyer, vice president of media company Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios
Louis believed he could turn her into a big star and had her relocate to Hollywood, where he did just that. She went on to become one of the most well-known actresses of her time, but after starring in 28 feature films, she retired in 1941
The home offers generous storage spaces, plus separate laundry and utility rooms
The property – which was featured on TopTenRealEstateDeals – is located in the legendary Campanile building, famous for the superior, white-glove level of service and discretion it offers to its VIP residents. Some of its bathrooms are pictured
Other celebrities who have called the exclusive building – located at the end of 52nd street in Manhattan – home include Ethel Barrymore, Rex Harrison, and members of the billionaire Rothschild and Heinz families. One of its bathrooms is pictured
Centrally located, it is easily accessible to everything Manhattan has to offer
Directly beside the East River, the building is walking distance from the River Club of New York and the Sutton East Tennis Club as well as the ferry to Roosevelt Island
With a skyline dominated by iconic skyscrapers, including the Empire State Building and the art deco Chrysler Building, Mid-Town East is home to the architectural destination of Grand Central Terminal and the luxury shops on 5th Avenue
Other celebrities who have called the exclusive building – located at the end of 52nd street in Manhattan – home include Ethel Barrymore, Rex Harrison, and members of the billionaire Rothschild and Heinz families.
‘Every unit has its own private elevator landing and storage space,’ a description of the building on NY Nesting reads.
‘A full-time doorman, lift operator and live-in superintendent serve this historic landmark that once served as a private entrance and boat landing for the famed 1930’s Mayfair Yacht Club.’
Directly beside the East River, the building is walking distance from the River Club of New York and the Sutton East Tennis Club as well as the ferry to Roosevelt Island.
With a skyline dominated by iconic skyscrapers, including the Empire State Building and the art deco Chrysler Building, Mid-Town East is home to Madison Avenue’s advertising giants, the architectural destination of Grand Central Terminal, the luxury shops on 5th Avenue, and the United Nations Headquarters.
Centrally located, it is easily accessible to everything Manhattan has to offer. The listing is held by Brian K. Lewis of Compass, New York.
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