Hong Kong’s Mid-Levels West New Luxury Development “The Legacy” Breaks Record with 12,000 sq ft Duplex Units

Hong Kong’s prestigious Mid-Levels West luxury property market has welcomed a new landmark development. The long-anticipated high-end residential project at 8 Castle Road, officially named “The Legacy”, is set to rewrite Hong Kong’s real estate records with its ultra-spacious duplex units, generating significant buzz among high-net-worth individuals and investors globally.

Unprecedented Unit Scale: A New Record for Stratified Residences

The most striking feature of The Legacy lies in its top-floor three-storey penthouse duplexes, each boasting a usable area of over 12,000 square feet—a milestone that surpasses the previous record for Hong Kong’s stratified residential units since the implementation of the 2013 New Residential Sales Ordinance.

Prior to this, the title of Hong Kong’s largest stratified residence was held by a duplex unit at “Kai Yue” in Ap Lei Chau, which had a usable area of 9,663 square feet. The Legacy’s penthouses exceed this by more than 2,300 square feet, equivalent to the size of a standard large apartment, offering an unparalleled living space rarely seen in Hong Kong’s dense urban landscape. Perched at an elevation of 255.05 meters above Hong Kong Principal Datum, these penthouses also command unobstructed views of Victoria Harbour, further elevating their exclusivity.

Project Overview: Luxury and Scale in a Prime Location

Developed in two phases, The Legacy comprises two residential towers with a total gross floor area of over 400,000 square feet. The entire development offers approximately 172 units, with a focus on large-sized layouts tailored to the demands of discerning buyers seeking premium living experiences. Only two of the 172 units are the record-breaking three-storey penthouses, making them highly sought-after collector’s items in the luxury property segment.

The naming of “The Legacy” carries profound symbolism: the character “天 (Tian)” (meaning “heaven” or “supreme”) reflects the project’s elevated location in Mid-Levels West and the broad perspectives it offers, embodying a transcendent lifestyle. The character “御 (Yu)” (meaning “to govern” or “imperial”) evokes a sense of nobility, authority, and heritage, aligning with the development’s commitment to imperial-level construction standards and high-quality living.

Launch Timeline and Market Impact

Having obtained its Occupation Permit in 2024, The Legacy is poised for an imminent launch. Developers have announced that the first batch of units will be released via tender as early as September 2025. While specific pricing details have not yet been disclosed, industry analysts anticipate strong interest from local tycoons, family offices, and international investors, potentially injecting momentum into Hong Kong’s luxury property market in the second half of the year.

As Hong Kong continues to solidify its status as a global hub for luxury real estate, The Legacy’s record-breaking design and prime location are expected to set a new benchmark for high-end residential developments in the city.