Gianni Versace's $70 million NYC townhouse has been restored to its former glory

The very mention of New York City conjures up ideas of wealth and glamour. For generations, New York City has been a symbol for globally famous celebrities, designers, and fashion icons, but today, a $70 million house once owned by Gianni Versace is elevating luxury to new levels.

The six-story Manhattan mansion on East 64th Street is 14,175 square feet with 17 rooms and features 7 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. The Italian Baroque-style home is dedicated to grand living and dining room spaces, a library, gym, game lounge, media room, and office. Additionally, there's a 3,025-square-foot trellised garden outside, as well as a rooftop gazebo with views of Fifth and Madison Avenues.

Gianni Versace bought the townhouse in 1995 and had it completely remodelled. Gianni paid $7.5 million for the house, which is a significant difference from the current jaw-dropping price.  It was no surprise to see the fashion legend apply his distinct touches to practically every facet of the property, which was originally built in 1950. Classical columns, beautiful mosaics, marble flooring, and painted ceilings are among the highlights. Versace purchased refurbished 19th-century panels from a Florentine estate and installed them on the roof of the Great Room, representing an amazing Elysian scene.

According to records, Thomas Sandell, a billionaire Swedish hedge financier, and his wife Ximena purchased the home straight from the Versace family for $30 million in 2005, before restoring it to its former prestige. The property is now being sold by the couple after years of revamping the estate.

The property is being co-listed by Nikki Field of Sotheby's International Realty and her daughter Amanda Field Jordan. They both admire Versace’s work and hope that whoever decides to purchase this incredible townhouse holds the same admiration.

This residence is the epitome of luxury living. The grandeur found within its walls reflects Gianni Versace’s vision of fashion blended in with both architecture and design. The house acts as a tribute to the late, great fashion icon and his dreams for the world he helped create.