Ghislaine Maxwell’s former luxurious residence in New York City is up for sale once again, boasting a substantial asking price. Situated on East 65th Street in the prestigious Upper East Side, the property was acquired by Manhattan real estate tycoon Frederick Rudd for $15 million in 2016, a deal that was $4 million below the initial price Maxwell had set.
Following Rudd’s passing at the age of 70 last year, the five-story townhouse is now listed on the market for $17.75 million. Described as a striking 1910 Beaux-Arts-style limestone and brick townhouse on one of Manhattan’s desirable tree-lined avenues, the property features high ceilings, two fireplaces, and elegant white oak flooring, creating an ideal ambiance for sophisticated gatherings.
Despite not explicitly mentioning Maxwell’s previous ownership, the listing highlights that the mansion has undergone comprehensive renovations. Maxwell, a disgraced British socialite, received the residence from a lawyer associated with Jeffrey Epstein in 2000. Over the years, she hosted exclusive events at the home, inviting prominent guests such as the president and first lady of Iceland, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and actress Kelly Rutherford.
The news of the property resurfacing on the market coincides with exclusive images of Maxwell heading to a yoga class after being relocated to a new detention facility to serve her sentence. This development has sparked outrage among her victims, particularly due to her transfer to a minimally guarded facility in Texas, breaching U.S. prison regulations for sex offenders.
Expressing discontent over Maxwell’s favorable treatment, one of Epstein’s survivors criticized the transfer as a reward for someone who had caused immense harm. Maxwell was sentenced to a 20-year prison term in 2022 for her involvement in Epstein’s criminal activities, marking a significant victory for the victims who had fought tirelessly for justice.
Epstein, who committed suicide in 2019, was known for perpetrating heinous acts against underage girls with Maxwell’s assistance. Despite receiving a sentence slightly shorter than what prosecutors had sought, the survivors of Epstein’s abuse expressed relief and acknowledgment of the arduous journey to hold the perpetrators accountable for their actions.
