Anthony BarceloThough it wasn’t all To’ak chocolates and Juliet roses when it came to offloading ritzy megamansions, the ultra-luxury housing market nonetheless managed to muster up a bit of steam in 2024. Per a report by global real estate brokerage Knight Frank, international sales of $10 million-plus homes flagged somewhat but are still up considerably from five years ago, and in Manhattan, the sales volume for $20 million-plus properties rose by a staggering 58 percent during the fourth quarter.
Overall, the priciest residences currently for sale around the world are, unsurprisingly, in locales that are well known as attractive magnets for multibillionaires. About half of the homes can be found in the U.S., where seven are scattered around Southern California and several others are in Florida and New York City. London and Dubai also make strong showings with three properties in each city, while Hong Kong, Turkey, and Switzerland, and are represented as well.
Whether in the market for a palace-sized penthouse, a waterfront retreat with a private stretch of sand, or a suburban estate in convenient proximity to a world capital, prepare to pony up a minimum of nine figures to snag one of the world’s most expensive homes. Since our last update, several properties were taken off the market, a few underwent price reductions, and a few posh pads were added. The top spot clocks in at more than $300 million, while the least exorbitant of the most expensive homes for sale on the planet tallies up at $105 million.
24. 432 Park Avenue, New York, New York — $105 Million
Three years ago, this sky-high penthouse at 432 Park Avenue was the most expensive listing in New York City, going for a head-spinning $169 million. With a slew of designer furnishings by name-brand fashion houses like Fendi and Hermès, the apartment has remained on the market with a lowered asking price of $130 million since last year. Despite this, the crown jewel of the 1,400-foot Rafael Viñoly-designed tower—now listed at $105 million—continues to provide a bird’s-eye view of Central Park and beyond from its prime position along Billionaires’ Row. A private elevator landing and library are special features of the 8,225-square-foot residence, along with its six bedrooms and bathrooms and 24 windows. The home’s luxe furniture and custom piano are also emblazoned with “Penthouse 96” for distinction.
23. Sand Castle, La Jolla, California — $108 Million
This jaw-dropping estate, created and owned by Texas-based billionaire tech entrepreneur and political donor Darwin Deason, sprawls over two parcels of oceanfront land in the seaside community of La Jolla near San Diego. Anchoring the $108 million gated spread is a seven-bedroom main home featuring a yacht-inspired bar room and a fitness center, as well as an adjoining three-bedroom guesthouse showcased by a great room flaunting a bar and a pair of 18th-century mermaid statues. Rounding it all out: a beachfront “boat bar,” several on-property caves, and gated access to La Jolla Shores Beach, as well as a private elevated beach sporting the same pristine white sand found at Georgia’s Augusta National Golf Club, where the Masters Tournament is held.
22. Bodrum, Turkey — $110 Million
Turkey has endured as a popular destination for folks who are considering investing in waterfront homes. So, it’s not surprising that this lavish estate built atop a hill overlooking the Mediterranean would rank as one of the most expensive properties on the market. The exact price is available only upon request, but it’s believed to be approximately $110 million. Sited in the seaside resort town of Yalikavak on the shores of the Bodrum peninsula, the ultra-modern mansion is run entirely on solar power and rests on just shy of five acres. There are 22 bedrooms in a little more than 43,000 square feet of living space boasting glitzy amenities like a sauna, steam and massage rooms, and an indoor pool. Additional highlights include a second outdoor pool flanked by a sundeck and a grassy lawn.
21. Mies, Vaud, Switzerland — Price Upon Request
Not too far from Geneva, in the commune of Mies in the canton of Vaud, a 19th-century lakefront home of about 11,000 square feet underwent a state-of-the-art update less than a decade ago using the finest of materials, craftsmanship, and technology. The unconfirmed asking price is believed to be in the range of $110 million. In addition to a five-bedroom main home with a basement-level cinema and a separate guesthouse, the estate includes a caretaker’s house and two staff apartments, along with a swimming pool, a tennis court, and space to moor a boat.
20. Villa Del Amor, Bel Air, California — $115 Million
This custom-built estate, dubbed Villa Del Amor (House of Love) and owned by Paul L. Kessler and his wife Diana Derycz-Kessler, founders of the investment firm Bristol Capital Advisors, which operates the artisan candy company Sugarfina, was crafted by Sinclair Associates Architects with Moroccan-influenced interiors by Dejager Design. Encompassing roughly 15,000 square feet, the nine-bedroom mansion sits amid a 1.6-acre parcel nestled alongside the 13th hole of the Bel-Air Country Club golf course. In addition to vintage fireplaces and fountains culled from the couple’s European travels, highlights include a candy bar stocked with Sugarfina products, a movie theater, a private chapel, a pool and spa, a gym, and four courtyards. There’s even a 130-step staircase for outdoor workouts.
19. Le Palais, Cannes, France — $125 Million
Inspired by Italy’s famous floating city of Venice, Le Palais sits alongside a man-made lagoon and a lagoon-sized swimming pool in the hills above Cannes, France. Price at £120 million (about $125 million), the palatial abode presides over nearly six acres and showcases extravagant architecture with monumental columns, stately arches, and fountains aplenty. The home spans a whopping 32,000 square feet and offers a total of nine bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, numerous reception rooms, and an impressive wine cellar. The grounds are nothing to sneeze at, either, with a tennis court, stately gardens surrounded by woodlands, and, within the lagoon, two islands with meandering paths.
18. Clarges, London, U.K. — $125 Million
Architects Squire & Partners completed one of Mayfair’s most luxurious residential buildings in 2019, naming it the Clarges. The 34-unit apartment house is crowned by a sprawling three-story penthouse now on the market for $125 million. Six bedrooms and bathrooms are spread across nearly 8,700 square feet with an additional 2,775 square feet of outdoor space. For entertaining, two reception rooms are found on the ninth floor next to the eat-in kitchen with a marble island and lacquered cabinetry. A wrap-around terrace provides 360-degree views of the London skyline and Green Park. Take the glass, steel, and marble staircase down one floor to reach the all en suite bedrooms, including the primary with a spacious walk-in closet and a bathroom laced with marble features. Back upstairs, on the tenth floor’s rooftop terrace, there are unobstructed views of landmarks like the London Eye and ample space for sunset views. Clarges’s also provides residents with access to a private cinema room, gym, and 82-foot swimming pool.
17. 9505 Gloaming Dr., Beverly Hills, California — $126 Million
Beverly Hills and mega-mansions go hand in hand. Perhaps that’s what sparked a few headlines last summer around this 10-acre spread above Coldwater Canyon. But more interesting than its design, some might say, are its versatile options for purchase. For $40 million, you can buy the land along with its approved plans. The alternative is dropping $126 million to have developer Bo Zarnegin construct the hilltop compound over a two- to four-year period. Its eight-bedroom main residence will span 21,661 square feet with posh amenities like a salon, yoga room, home gym, and theater. But that’s not all. A 5,000-square-foot guest house is planned, alongside a car museum with over 3,000 square feet of space and a turntable for displaying trophy models. The mountainous landscape makes for epic sunrise vistas out by the lap pool; the glimmering views of the City of Angels at dusk from the estate aren’t too shabby, either.
16. Armani Beach Residences, Dubai, U.A.E. — $131.5 Million
Tadao Ando, one of architecture’s biggest stars, announced an exciting first-of-its-kind collaboration with The Armani Group in early 2024. At the time, the two announced they were partnering on a residential tower in Dubai known as the Armani Beach Residences at Palm Jumeirah. While the highly anticipated tower isn’t expected to reach completion until 2026, the waterfront condo currently has a private presidential suite available to the tune of $131.5 million. Naturally, the penthouse is being outfitted by Armani/Casa, however, the buyer will have the opportunity to customize the interiors with the firm’s help. Across its two floors, you’ll find five bedrooms and seven bathrooms contained within an epic 43,830 square feet of living space. Of course, there will be plenty of perks too. Think everything from a mega-sized rooftop terrace with an infinity pool and jacuzzi, a movie theater, a personalized gym, and a seven-car parking lounge.
15. Gingins, Vaud, Switzerland — Price Upon Request
This lavish home is tucked away on more than 10 private, park-like acres behind a stacked stone wall and hammered copper entrance gates in the semi-rural commune of Gingins, near the foot of the La Dôle mountain peak, about 15 minutes north of Geneva. The listing price is by request only but is believed to be in the neighborhood of $135 million. The 18,000-square-foot main house boasts spacious reception rooms, 10 bedrooms (the primary suite includes a two-story dressing room), an office suite with a conference room, a gym, a home theater, a gold-encrusted hammam, and a salon with hairdressing and manicure stations. Other notable features include a swimming pool, a meditation pergola, and a two-bedroom staff residence.
14. Banyan Ridge, Coconut Grove, Miami, Florida — $135 Million
This urban oasis in South Florida’s affluent Coconut Grove neighborhood splashed onto the market for the first time in over four decades last year. Priced at $135 million, Banyan Ridge Estate’s best feature is its Eden-like outdoor settings that span 4.5 acres. This includes a 100-year-old banyan tree, hence the property name, set alongside cascading waterfalls and a saltwater fishpond. The massive estate is comprised of 10 parcels of land with two primary residences, a guest house, and a townhouse that accounts for 13 bedrooms and 15 bathrooms altogether. An impressive zero-edge infinity pool blends into the estate’s natural settings, while the terrace overlooking the bay is ideal for hosting guests for sunset cocktails. Just 20 minutes from downtown Miami, the home places residents near local entertainment options like Design District shopping and award-winning restaurants.
13. 594 S. Mapleton Dr, Los Angeles, California — $137.5 Million
Appearing once again on our list is this luxurious showpiece nestled within the sumptuous Holmby Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles. First listed for $165 million and subsequently reduced, the residence that’s touted in marketing materials as “undoubtedly one of the finest estates in the world” still packs a pricey punch at an eye-popping $137.5 million. But you’re sure to get your money’s worth with this opulent limestone structure, which was custom-built over several years by the late primetime TV titan Aaron Spelling and his socialite wife Candy Spelling. Completed in 1990—and recently updated to the tune of around $20 million by a former owner, English Formula 1 racing heiress Petra Ecclestone—the palatial home rests on almost five manicured acres hosting a pool and spa, fountains, a tennis court, citrus trees, and rose gardens. As for the 56,000-square-foot mansion itself, there are 14 bedrooms and a staggering 27 baths, along with a bowling alley, a movie theater, a beauty salon, a nightclub, and an aquarium. There also are two separate motor courts and covered parking for dozens of vehicles.
12. Sky House, New York, New York — $150 Million
As the crown jewel of Central Park Tower, aka the world’s tallest residential building, Sky House is all about making a statement. The duplex’s ballroom-scale grand salon, sculptural staircase, and library are three of its most captivating features. But there’s even more to discover across its 11,535 square feet, including eight bedrooms and several en-suite bathrooms laced with marble and Dornbracht fixtures. Floor-to-ceiling windows span the home’s 127th and 128th floors, while 14-foot ceilings hover above custom-stained herringbone-patterned wood flooring. Residents can relax or seek entertainment at the building’s Central Park Club, which houses 50,000 square feet of amenities like a 60-foot heated saltwater pool, sports courts, a sculpture garden, and the globe’s highest private cigar lounge. Best of all, perhaps, is that there’s 24-hour concierge service.
11. Casa Grande, San Juan Capistrano, California — $150 Million
When completed, this recently listed 42-acre hilltop compound in San Juan Capistrano will be one of Orange County’s most awe-striking and, with its $150 million price tag, most expensive private homes. Coined Casa Grande and located within the Marbella Country Club, permitted plans call for a 38,000-square-foot ridgeline residence with 360-degree ocean, mountain and coastline views, along with two substantial guesthouses, a barn and stables, and a distillery, all situated amid a working avocado farm and citrus grove, along with what marketing material describes as “untapped potential for a thriving agave business.” An existing structure of 21,000 square feet holds a trio of apartments, office space and extensive warehouse space.
10. Villa dei Fiori, Bel Air, California — $150 Million
Long owned by the late financier and philanthropist Robert Day and his widow Marlyn, this sprawling Los Angeles estate known as Villa dei Fiori recently became available for the first time in nearly three decades, with the potential of being one of the country’s priciest home sales ever if it goes for anywhere near its $150 million asking price. Sited atop a promontory amid three contiguous parcels with two separate addresses in Lower Bel Air, the extensively renovated and expanded premises include a main home and two guesthouses—for a total of nine bedrooms and 20 baths in roughly 18,600 square feet of living space, all of it overlooking sweeping city lights, mountains, and ocean vistas. In addition to a wine cellar, a screening room, and a gym, other lavish amenities include a pool flanked by an open-air cabana, a croquet lawn, an orchid hot house, an indoor plant nursery, and an Argentine Padel court with a viewing platform.
9. The Peak, Hong Kong, China — $154 Million
Breathtaking views of the South China Sea spring to mind when visualizing The Peak, an affluent district at the highest point on Hong Kong Island. Its luxury housing has a similar gut-punch effect, too. Case in point: this sprawling two-story house in the area that originally listed for a whopping $610 million way back in 2018. Now up for grabs at $154 million, the four-bedroom abode features a grand staircase backed by epic landscape views of Aberdeen Country Park. High ceilings featured throughout its 6,200 square feet help natural light illuminate its wooden herringbone floors, set next to decorative wallpaper and black-framed casement windows. For downtime, the primary suite affords you serene sunset vistas. The expansive back patio, meanwhile, provides ample space to entertain large groups alongside an oval-shaped pool and lush gardens.
8. 2200 Gordon Dr., Naples, Florida — $175 Million
The west coast of Florida’s second property to appear on our list is in the Port Royal neighborhood. For $175 million, this six-bedroom, 13-bathroom home on just over 8.5 acres offers a screened-in pool and direct access to a sugary stretch of sand on the Gulf of Mexico. Upon passing through the entry gates of the waterfront spread, the driveway winds past a private lagoon as it makes its way to a sprawling residence of almost 8,900 square feet. The properties on either side are also up for grabs, each priced at $60 million, representing a rare opportunity to establish a 15-plus acre estate with more than 800 feet of beachfront.
7. Beverly Hills Post Office, California — $195 Million
Formerly shared by billionaire Hyatt Hotels heir Tony Pritzker and his ex-wife Jeanne, this contemporary Beverly Hills Post Office residence is hidden away atop a gated six-acre promontory featuring an infinity-edge pool and spa, a lighted tennis court, and sweeping views of the entire Los Angeles Basin. Sited within the sought-after Beverly Crest neighborhood, the $195 million compound was custom-built and designed by McCoy Construction and architect Ed Tuttle over six years and completed in 2011. The main home boasts a striking atrium-style foyer resembling I.M. Pei’s Louvre Pyramid installation, 18 fireplaces, a movie theater, a wine cellar, a wellness center, and a bowling alley; plus there’s a detached guesthouse and separate staff quarters—for a combined total of 16 bedrooms and 27 baths in 50,000 square feet.
6. Sky Mansion Penthouse, Dubai, U.A.E. — $204 Million
The world’s first and only Bugatti-branded residence has attracted wealthy buyers without even being built yet. It was previously reported that Brazilian soccer star Neymar snapped up a unit inside the tower at the end of last year. However, there’s still a swanky Sky Mansion Penthouse available should you want to count the footballer as your neighbor. This pinnacle pad is on the market for a whopping $204 million, cementing its appearance on our list. Altogether, the home features four bedrooms and eight bathrooms, in addition to two swimming pools—one of which is located on the roof. Naturally, the place is packed with perks from a private gym to a game room, study, and a movie theater. In classic Bugatti fashion, owners will have their own garage-to-penthouse car elevator so you can drive directly into your penthouse suite.
5. The Billionaire Sky Penthouse, Dubai, U.A.E. — $204 Million
This $204 million Dubai penthouse is perched atop what could become the tallest residential tower in the world. Crowning the highly anticipated Jacob & Co. branded building in the city-state’s financial district, the exclusive Billionaire Sky Penthouse will span two floors and measure a whopping 22,000 square feet once complete. Inspired by the watch and jewelry company’s blingiest and most celebrated horological creations, the seven-bed duplex will soar approximately 1,600 feet above the UAE with an indoor infinity pool that faces the famous Burj Khalifa and Dubai Creek Harbor. Elsewhere, the first floor will hold an impressive 950-square-foot gymnasium, a sauna and steam room, a study, an office, three living rooms, two kitchens, and two dining rooms. To top things off (literally), a movie theater, a family lounge, a billiards area, a massage room, and a massive 1,550-square-foot primary suite will be located upstairs.
4. One Hyde Park, London, England — $220 Million
The One Hyde Park complex in Knightsbridge remains one of London’s most sought-after addresses, where one of its penthouse units is available for £175 million, or about $220 million. Owned by property mogul Nick Candy, the glamorous aerie measures a whopping 18,000 square feet over two floors; there are five bedrooms, each with a unique ensuite bath, including a 2,300-square-foot primary suite with twin bathrooms and spacious dressing rooms. Other highlights include a double-height living room with a glass fireplace, a sleek kitchen, a cocktail bar, a home theater, a spa complex, a state-of-the-art gym, a separate staff suite, and secure underground parking for four cars.
3. Repulse Bay, Hong Kong, China — $280 Million
Over the last year, the luxury real estate market in Hong Kong has seen a significant shift as wealthy expats flock to the city and the number of super-prime residential sales continues to trend upwards. At the tippy top of the ultra-luxury housing lot is a record-setting $280 million mansion in Repulse Bay on the southern part of Hong Kong Island. Completed in 2019, the trophy townhouse was initially scooped up in 2014 by local property firm First Group Holdings. The conversion project included turning the five-story apartment complex into an 11-bedroom, eight-bath single-family home. Today, the approximately 18,300-square-foot stunner is decked out with a built-in elevator, a private garden, automatic gates, and a sprawling rooftop terrace with postcard views of the city and sea. The over-the-top abode also features lots of glossy marble, a swanky double staircase, a garage with an EV charger, and an outdoor patio that can accommodate over 100 guests.
1. South Ocean Boulevard, Manalapan, Florida — $285 Million
In Manalapan, Florida, a not-yet-built estate is already making waves with a whopping $285 million price tag—and the ground hasn’t even been broken. Spearheaded by local developer and former mayor Stewart Satter, the spec mansion next door to billionaire Larry Ellison could become the most expensive home ever sold in the United States if it’s snapped up. Once complete, the supersized spread will feature a 55,000-square-foot main house with eight bedrooms, a connecting guest dwelling, and a boathouse. Additional plans for the property include a private bowling alley, a movie theater, a spa, padel court, a car museum, and not one but two swimming pools.
2. Gordon Pointe, Naples, Florida — $295 Million
In February of last year, this waterfront compound at 100 Bay Road in Naples was the highest-priced listing in the country, asking an eye-watering $295 million. Now, for the second consecutive year, Gordon Point has landed on our most expensive home list and still stands to set a record if it fetches its hefty listing price. Nestled on a private peninsula within Naples’s sought-after Port Royal neighborhood, the epic Sunshine State oasis was originally assembled by the late financier John Donahue and is being offered up by his family. The coastal retreat features three multi-million-dollar houses plus a private yacht basin, over 700 feet of beach frontage, and another 950 feet on Naples Bay. The primary residence sports six bedrooms and a screened-in swimming pool. Elsewhere, the second house comprises five bedrooms and a pool, while the third dwelling has the bonus of an 11-foot T-shaped dock that can accommodate six boats.
1. The Holme, London, England — $314 Million
The Holme, a $314 million mansion in London, has retained its title as the world’s most expensive home for sale for the third year in a row. So, is the price tag worth it? Spanning a whopping 29,000 square feet, the palatial pad was put up for sale with Beauchamp Estates and Knight Frank in March 2023 by its owner, Prince Abdullah bin Khalid bin Sultan al-Saud, a member of the Saudi royal family. Dubbed the “White House of Regent’s Park,” the Georgian-style property dates back more than 200 years and was originally built in 1818 by architect and Regency-era developer James Burton, along with his son Decimus. Altogether, the two-story spread comprises 40 bedrooms, a tennis court, a sauna, a library, a grand dining room, and garaging for up to eight cars across four acres. In addition, the residence also has sweeping views of the park’s tree-lined lake and picturesque lawns.
