What are the most expensive celebrity mansions?

A recent study conducted by The Perfect Rug has analyzed and ranked the most expensive celebrity houses, with a particular focus on their cost, size, and the net worth of the celebrity owners. The data for this comprehensive analysis were sourced from Forbes, USA Today, and Business Insider. The study spanned across time, analyzing purchases dating back to the 1990s. For instance, the most expensive mega-villa was acquired back in 2008. At the top of the list is Chateau Miraval, the famous castle in France, once owned by Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie and now controlled solely by Pitt. This property, known for the couple's famous divorce, is valued at a whopping $225 million. The castle boasts 35 rooms and is surrounded by 1,200 acres of land, making it not only the most expensive but also one of the most luxurious houses in the world. Pitt, now the sole owner of the chateau, has transformed it into a renowned winery (Chateau Miraval bottles can be found on the menus of many posh restaurants between Saint-Tropez and Mykonos), a production site for extremely expensive beauty products, and finally, has dedicated some rooms to a recording studio.

In second place is the most recent real estate acquisition of the royal couple of music, Beyoncé and Jay-Z. Their new home in Malibu, California, was purchased in 2023 for a record $190 million, marking the most expensive single-family home sale in the state. This addition highlights the couple's penchant for luxury properties and their significant presence in the high-end real estate market. Bill Gates occupies third place with his impressive estate in Medina, Washington, valued at $130 million and nicknamed by the media as Xanadu 2.0 in reference to the name of Charles Foster Kane's enormous castle in Citizen Kane, itself inspired by the Getty Castle. This house, which covers 66,000 square feet and extends over 10.5 acres of land, is the second-largest on the list. Gates, the richest person among the celebrities listed, has a net worth currently estimated at $129.8 billion and has spent much on this house. It is said that the enormous mansion, built over seven years, is equipped with sensors capable of altering room temperatures as guests move through the spaces, a dining room that can accommodate 200 guests, and a library housing historic books worth $30 million.

Oprah Winfrey's residence in Montecito, California, ranks fourth with a value of $101 million. Purchased in 2001, this estate includes 23,000 square feet of living space and spans 66 acres. Montecito, known for its luxury homes, is a favored location among celebrities. In fifth place is George Lucas's Skywalker Ranch, notable not only for its $100 million price tag but also for its size. The ranch, which Lucas began developing in 1978, now comprises 317,000 square feet of property and 4,700 acres of land. This makes it the largest property on the list, offering vast expanses that dwarf even the considerable holdings of other celebrities. George Clooney's villa on Lake Como in Italy, also valued at $100 million, ties for fifth place in terms of cost. This villa, purchased in 2002, is famous not only for its luxury but also for being a filming location for the movie Ocean's 12. The current value of the property represents a significant portion of Clooney's net worth, which amounts to $500 million.

In seventh place is Cher's house in Malibu, California, purchased in 2022 for $85 million. This property includes 12,450 square feet of space, making it a significant addition to the list of expensive celebrity homes in the state. The Weeknd's residence, purchased in 2021 for $70 million, ranks eighth. This villa, covering 33,000 square feet, is notable for its modern amenities and luxurious design, which we saw in The Idol, a disastrous series for which the singer offered his home as a set. In ninth place is Tom Cruise with his ranch in Colorado, valued at $59 million. This estate is one of the few celebrity homes located outside California, with 320 acres of land offering privacy and breathtaking views. Closing the top ten is Adele, whose villa in Beverly Hills was purchased in 2022 from Sylvester Stallone for $58 million. Spanning 21,000 square feet, this property highlights Adele's preference for elegant and spacious living spaces in one of Los Angeles' most prestigious neighborhoods.