The opulent New York City townhouse that once served as a gilded cage for Ghislaine Maxwell and the epicentre of Jeffrey Epstein's depraved operations has finally been sold, netting a staggering $24 million (£18.7 million).
The seven-bedroom mansion on East 65th Street, just off Madison Avenue, was purchased by Maxwell in 2000 for $4.95 million. It became a notorious hub for the disgraced financier's illicit activities and a key location in the subsequent sex trafficking investigation.
A Property Steeped in Notoriety
Following Maxwell's arrest in 2020, the US government seized the 7,200-square-foot property. Its sale was mandated to help establish a compensation fund for the many victims who suffered abuse at the hands of Epstein and Maxwell.
Despite its dark history, the luxury home attracted significant buyer interest. It was initially listed for $18 million but eventually sold for a premium, far exceeding its original purchase price two decades prior.
Inside the Infamous Mansion
The townhouse boasted the lavish amenities expected of a multi-million-pound Manhattan property:
- A grand, sweeping staircase
- Multiple wood-burning fireplaces
- A private garage—a rare luxury in New York City
- A lavish library for entertaining
- An expansive garden terrace
Despite its elegant facade, the property will forever be linked to the crimes that were planned and concealed within its walls. Its sale marks a significant, symbolic step in the long and painful journey for justice for Epstein and Maxwell's victims.
