While we may think our houses cost a lot of money, these penthouses, villas, and mansions go way beyond normal spending limits. Ranging from $200 million to a staggering $4.9 billion, these are the ten most expensive houses in the world.
10. Beyonce & Jay-Z Mansion, $200 million
Our tenth most expensive home is owned by superstars Jay-Z and Beyonce and is one of the greatest architectural masterpieces in the country. The 30,000-square-foot home is located in Malibu, with the couple paying $200 million to secure the property it makes this the most expensive home sold in California. Along with the architecture, the house sits on an 8-acre bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean on Billionaires’ Row.
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9. 18-19 Kensington Gardens, $222 million
Our ninth most expensive home was a restoration project led by Sir David to bring 18-19 Kensington Palace Gardens back to its 1845 splendor, which was designed by Sir Charles Barry. Under the guidance of the English Heritage and The Crown Estate, all of the original features and decorations were carefully restored, including 40 Adam fireplaces. The whole project took five years to complete and is now home to the Mittal family.
8. Four Fairfield Pond, $250 million
Heading back over to the U.S. is our eighth selection, Four Fairfield Pond. The large private house has a total floor area of 110,000 square feet and is located in Sagaponack, Long Island. Fair Field was built in 2003 and is owned by American billionaire businessman Ira Rennert. It is one of the largest homes in the United States, and the garage alone can hold up to 100 cars.
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7. The Odeon Tower Penthouse, $330 million
Valued at $380 million, the Odeon Tower Penthouse is located in the Golden Citadel of Monte Carlo. Designed by architect Alexandre Giraldi and constructed by Groupe Mazococo, the property is spread over several floors with a private elevator. In addition, this penthouse has a pool with a private water slide that takes you down one story into another infinity pool.
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6. Le Palais Bulles, $420 million
Worth $420 million, the Bubble Palace was built between 1975 and 1989. The house’s nickname “Bubble Palace” comes from its circular rooms that look out over the Mediterranean Sea. This palatial home is owned by Pierre Cardin, a French fashion designer. There are three swimming pools, many gardens, and a 500-seat amphitheater built within the hillside areas of the palace.
5. Witanhurst, $450 million
The fifth most expensive home in the world is worth a massive $450 million. Witanhurst was built between 1913 and 1920 for Arthur Crosfield, an English soap baron. It is located on an 11-acre plot in Highgate, a very wealthy hilltop neighborhood, with interiors spread over 90,000 square feet. It includes 25 bedrooms, a glass rotunda, and a 70-foot-long ballroom. The house provides some of the best views of London.
4. Villa Les Cèdres, $450 million
Located in Saint Jean Cap Ferrat in France, the fourth most expensive house in the world is the Villa Les Cèdres. It was built in 1830, and later King Leopold II of Belgium purchased the house in 1904. Within Villa Les Cèdres, you’ll find 19th-century oil paintings, a library with 3,000 books, and beautiful crystal chandeliers. The property is worth $450 million.
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3. Villa Leopolda, $750 million
At a whopping value of $750 million, the Villa Leopolda is located in the fashionable Cote d’Azur region of France. Owned by the widow of Lebanese Brazilian banker Edmund Safra, the original owner of the house was King Leopold II of Belgium. The villa is sprawled out over 50 acres, and is quite popular with Hollywood movies, appearing in the 1955 Alfred Hitchcock film To Catch a Thief.
2. Antilia, $ 2 billion
The second most expensive house in the world is located in Mumbai, India. Worth around $2 billion, Antilia belongs to businessman Mukesh Ambani, India’s richest person. The house has a total area of 400,000 square feet and 27 floors. The building has a dedicated ice cream room, a health spa, a temple, a salon, three helipads, and a 50-seat movie theater.
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1. Buckingham Palace, $4.9 billion
With an estimated value of $2.9 billion, the Royal Family’s Buckingham Palace is the most expensive house in the world. Located in the heart of London, Buckingham Palace has been the official residence of the monarchy since 1837. The royal residence has 775 bedrooms, 78 bathrooms, 92 offices, 19 staterooms, and 52 royal and guest rooms.
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