Miss America winner to win keys to a luxury high rise apartment in NYC

John Nacion/Getty Images for Empire State Realty Trust The Miss America Organisation is gearing up to crown its 99th national titleholder. But this year, there’s more than a sash up for grabs — the winner will also receive a New York City pad. Mallory Hudson, the organisation’s Communications Manager, confirmed to Realtor.com that this year’s prize package includes access to “the Miss America apartment.” The residence serves as a luxurious “home away from home” for the upcoming titleholder, who will remain based in her hometown full time. Miss America 2026 — the competition in which the reigning Cassie Donegan was crowned in Orlando, FL last September — marked the first time the impressive perk was offered to a winner. The dwelling is in the 36-story Chelsea Landmark building, which sits within the vibrant west-side neighbourhood of Chelsea, and is described by the organisation as “a stunning apartment residence that will serve as the NYC base for Miss America as she fulfils her national duties.” “As the role of Miss America evolves to meet the demands of modern advocacy and media, so too does the infrastructure around her,” a statement explains. “We’re opening doors to new partner...