A duplex penthouse in Battery Park City with murals by Banksy's protégé, for $5,950,000

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Many New York City luxury apartments look very much same, especially in listing photos. These tend to show places scrubbed of personality so a prospective buyer can envision him or herself living there. This condo, 380 Rector Pl., #PHJ, in Battery Park City, is not that kind of apartment.

The duplex penthouse features vibrant murals inside and out by Mr. Brainwash, a French-born, Los Angeles-based street artist described as Banksy's “over-the-top protégé,” so the apartment is likely going to appeal to a narrower pool of buyers than your typical whitewashed box.

The 2,220-square-foot apartment is asking $5,950,000, and it has been on and off the market a couple of times—with several major price cuts—since being listed for sale for $8,950,000 in September 2017 and then $8,375,000 in March 2018. It is currently set up as a two bedroom, with two and a half baths, and can be returned to its original three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath layout, according to the listing. 

The dining area has custom cabinetry and built-ins made of Madagascar ebony imported from Africa. Large windows provide views of the harbor. 

An open kitchen has Viking and Sub-Zero appliances and marble counter tops.

The second floor master suite overlooks the river and has an en suite full bath and walk-in closet. The second bedroom is set up as a bar/media room and a full bath.

Both bedrooms have access to a private 2,400-square-foot terrace roof and Jacuzzi.

The 1987 building is full-service, with a full-time doorman and concierge service, live-in super, fitness center, indoor-outdoor swimming pool, and outdoor deck with a retractable sunroof.

Monthly common charges are $5,018 and monthly taxes are $5,221.