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David Bowie’s Former Manhattan Pad Hits Market for $6.5M, Star’s Yamaha Piano Included

The three-bedroom residence boasts views of Central Park

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An apartment in Manhattan’s Essex House that was once home to David Bowie, hit the market on Wednesday, asking $6.495 million.

The U.K.-born musician and actor, using his real name David R. Jones, purchased the three-bedroom apartment in 1991, according to records on PropertyShark. He and his wife, the model Iman, lived there for over a decade and sold the property in 2002.

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Sweetening the deal for music lovers, Bowie’s Yamaha piano, which has been handed down through various owners of the apartment, is included in the sale.

Bowie died in January 2016 at the age of 69.

In addition to this precious souvenir, some other touches from the couple remain intact, including a paneled dressing room built for Iman and some hidden shelves in the living room, according to the listing.

Buyers will also get 1,877 square feet of living space, featuring three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms. The living room spans 28 feet with spectacular views of Central Park.

The current owner, who bought the unit in 2010 for $4.45 million, is listed in public records as Stanley Ho Family Trust. It’s not clear whether it’s associated with the Hong Kong and Macau billionaire and casino owner Stanley Ho, whose son Lawrence Ho is believed to have bought a sky-high apartment in 432 Park Ave for $65 million.

The Trust’s attorney and the listing agent did not respond immediately to requests for comments.

The Essex House, built in 1929 and converted to condominium hotel by Marriott Corp. in 1974, offers about 180 residences between its fourth and 40th floors. Residents have access to five-star hotel services and amenities provided either a-la-carte or as part of the monthly common charges.