Formerly enslaved man founded Illinois town; 191 years later, land joins NPS

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What happened

The Hampshire House in Manhattan has seen its unfinished penthouse sell for $6.765 million, a staggering reduction of 83% from its original listing of $40 million.

This raw attic space demanded substantial work to become livable.

Key facts

  • The Hampshire House in Manhattan has seen its unfinished penthouse sell for $6.765 million, a staggering reduction of 83% from its original listing of $40 million.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:53:29 UTC.

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