Record-Breaking Luxury Home Sales Across the US

Lucía Torres · 2026-06-24

This quarter, record-breaking sales are popping up everywhere. From a private seaside compound in Laguna Beach to a historic townhome in New York City, with huge deals in Beverly Hills and Dallas in between. Let's dive into the Q2 transactions that are kicking off summer with a bang. ### California: A New Standard in Laguna Beach Agent John Stanaland represented both the buyer and seller in this Orange County residential closing for $110,000,000. This sale smashed the county's previous residential sales record of $70,000,000, marking a massive milestone for the market. It echoes a growing trend of high-end buyers seeking homes outside Los Angeles city limits, heading to places like Emerald Bay and Irvine Cove in Orange County. ### West Hollywood: A Penthouse with a View In a record-breaking condo deal in West Hollywood, Penthouse West at 8899 Beverly Blvd sold for $23,000,000. Agents Nikki Joel and Emma Baker represented the seller, while The Agency's Founder and CEO Mauricio Umansky represented the other penthouse. This is the largest top-floor residence in the Olson Kundig-designed architectural masterpiece in the Design District. The space features jaw-dropping 14-foot floor-to-ceiling motorized glass walls that open to a 1,900-square-foot wraparound terrace with panoramic views of the Hollywood Hills and Los Angeles skyline. ### New York: A Historic Townhome Sells Fast 123 East 35th Street in New York City just became the most expensive single-family home sale in the neighborhood in over 20 years. Listed by Mike Biryla, the historic 1903 James F.D. Lanier Residence sold in less than one week. It had been on the market for over 4 years with multiple brokers. This Gilded Age Beaux-Arts mansion is one of the largest single-family residences in the city at 11,638 square feet. It was once owned by prominent socialites James and Harriet Lanier and is listed on both the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission and the National Register of Historic Places. ### Texas: Dallas Sets a New Record Custom-built by Mark Molthan and designed by Tom Weber Residential Studio, 4815 Saint Johns Road in Dallas was listed for over $24,000,000. This set the record for the highest residential sale price in the area over the last year. Located in one of Dallas' most sought-after neighborhoods, the 11,433-square-foot estate blends sophisticated contemporary design with warm master craftsmanship, natural materials, and an abundance of light. The buyer was represented by The Agency Dallas Owner Damon Williamson, while the seller was represented by Allie Beth Allman & Associates. ### Key Takeaways from Q2 Luxury Sales - **Laguna Beach** saw a $110,000,000 sale, doubling the previous record. - **West Hollywood** penthouse sold for $23,000,000 with stunning views. - **New York City** historic townhome sold in under a week for $15,900,000. - **Dallas** estate set a new high at $24,900,000. These deals show that luxury buyers are looking for unique properties with history, views, or prime locations. Whether it's a seaside compound or a historic mansion, the market is heating up across the country.