For more than four decades, legendary music executive Clive Davis called a sprawling duplex penthouse atop Manhattan’s historic Ritz Tower his home. Now, months after his death in June 2026 at the age of 94, the iconic Park Avenue residence has been listed for sale at USD 11 million. Davis first purchased an apartment in the building in 1985 and subsequently acquired another unit, eventually combining the spaces to create the expansive duplex that served as his primary residence for over 40 years.
Inside Clive Davis’ iconic Manhattan residence
Located on the 36th and 37th floors of the Ritz Tower at 465 Park Avenue, the approximately 4,500-square-foot residence features four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a powder room and nine rooms in total. According to the property details reported by the Wall Street Journal, Davis purchased the two floors separately before combining them into one sprawling home.The duplex features a striking, custom-designed spiral staircase connecting the two levels. Davis also worked with interior designers Vicente Wolf and Robert Metzger to shape the interiors of his residence. Designed with entertaining in mind, the home features expansive living and dining areas, large windows offering sweeping views of Manhattan, and a private screening room.The property also has a separate private entrance on the 36th floor, allowing the lower level to function as a relatively independent guest or family wing. In addition, a studio apartment on the building’s 14th floor is available to buyers as a separate offering, providing additional space for guests, staff or a private office.
More about the Ritz Tower
The Ritz Tower, located at the intersection of Park Avenue and 57th Street, was completed in 1926 and designed by renowned architects Emery Roth and Thomas Hastings. It was once the tallest residential building in New York City and remains one of Manhattan’s landmark pre-war residential properties.Residents have access to several luxury services and amenities, including a 24-hour doorman, concierge services, attended elevators, in-house chef room service, daily housekeeping and a fitness centre. The property is listed with Compass, with the additional 14th-floor studio residence being offered separately.
Who was Clive Davis?
Born on April 4, 1932, Clive Davis was one of the most influential record executives in American music history. Over a career spanning more than six decades, he played a significant role in discovering, signing and shaping the careers of several celebrated artists across genres, including Whitney Houston, Barry Manilow, Aretha Franklin, Patti Smith, Bruce Springsteen, Alicia Keys and Toni Braxton.Davis served as the president of Columbia Records before founding Arista Records, where he helped build the careers of several international music stars. He later established J Records and continued to influence the music industry through his work with emerging and established artists. He won four competitive Grammy Awards and was also honoured with the Recording Academy’s Trustees Award in 2000 for his contributions to the music industry.Davis died on June 22, 2026, at the age of 94, leaving behind a legacy that helped shape popular music across generations.DISCLAIMER: Figures presented in this article are derived from various public sources and are considered approximate unless explicitly noted. We may include direct input from celebrities or their teams when available. We are open to feedback on toientertainment@timesinternet.in.