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Several of Auckland's most luxurious penthouses are on the market, including David Henderson's $10m sprawler above the waterfront Hilton hotel.
At nearby Shed 24, high-end agent Michael Boulgaris is selling a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom monster, featuring a master suite complete with sauna, for $5.5m.
Another Boulgaris listing offers the top two floors of the Waterloo Towers. It has its own lobby, a sweeping staircase connecting the floors, several living areas and cosy open fire.
Strong demand is expected for Albert St's Stamford Residences - 149 freehold apartments above the Stamford Plaza Hotel that will be completed in October.
There are six penthouses on the 23rd and highest floor, ranging in size and style. The biggest, which is expected to fetch about $6m, is 411 square metres, features chocolate marble throughout, has its own guest wing, three living areas and four bedrooms, all with their own ensuite.
It also has a scullery and all the kitchen extras, including a dedicated plate warmer.
Three of four penthouses in another exclusive development, the White Heron overlooking Hobson Bay, were also sold off the plans.
Industry insiders told the Herald on Sunday it wasn't just international money flowing into the flash pads.
Colin Giltrap, founder of the prestige car retailer that carries his name, is believed to have held the most expensive apartment record before Singapore-based businessman Mike Panjwani bought the Sentinel penthouse, forking out big bucks for a 600sqm pad in the Viaduct's exclusive Lighter Quay.