Supertall NYC Condo Tower Where J-Lo and A-Rod Lived Is Covered in CRACKS — and Could Be Abandoned
It was once hailed as one of Manhattan’s most prestigious addresses — a soaring architectural marvel reaching into the clouds, complete with jaw-dropping views, luxury amenities, and celebrity residents like Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez. But today, that same ultra-luxurious supertall condo tower is making headlines for all the wrong reasons.
The iconic building, located on “Billionaires’ Row” in Midtown Manhattan, is now reportedly plagued by alarming structural issues — including large, visible cracks, water damage, and swaying that residents say is far from normal. Insiders are now saying what was once a crown jewel of high-rise living may face the unthinkable: being vacated or even abandoned.
The tower, which stands over 1,400 feet tall and was marketed as the pinnacle of opulence, has become a symbol of what critics call “super luxury gone wrong.” Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez once owned a lavish unit there before they parted ways, but now, even their brief association with the building is being revisited under a cloud of concern.
According to new reports, engineers and structural experts have flagged numerous safety and design flaws in the building — ranging from cracked facade panels to misaligned walls and persistent elevator malfunctions. Some units have reportedly suffered leaks, buckling floors, and loud groaning noises during high winds — all deeply unsettling for anyone living more than 90 stories in the sky.
One resident, speaking under condition of anonymity, described it bluntly: “It feels like the building is breathing — but not in a good way. You hear it, you feel it, and it makes you wonder if you’re really safe here.”
What’s more, lawsuits have already been filed by the building’s condo board against the developers and contractors, citing “negligent construction practices” and “failure to deliver the building as promised.” The potential legal and financial fallout could stretch into the hundreds of millions.
Even more shocking, real estate insiders claim that some residents have quietly moved out, while others are struggling to sell their multi-million dollar units, as the building’s reputation takes a serious hit. One luxury broker said: “It’s gone from ‘dream property’ to nightmare scenario.”
The building’s association with J-Lo and A-Rod — once a major selling point — has now turned ironic. Though the former couple sold their unit years ago, the fact that even the rich and famous chose to leave now seems like a red flag in hindsight.
City officials and engineers are reportedly conducting fresh evaluations to determine whether the building remains safe for occupancy. If the structural concerns are confirmed to be as serious as feared, residents could be ordered to vacate — effectively turning one of New York’s most expensive condo towers into an empty shell.
For a building that once symbolized the heights of modern wealth and architectural ambition, its current fate stands as a cautionary tale: even the tallest towers can fall from grace — or at the very least, start cracking under pressure.
