Most Expensive Houses In The World 2017
Every year here at Alux we take a look at the most expensive houses in the world and upgrade this ranking to make sure it is always as accurate as possible!
For most individuals the house is the priciest asset they will ever own so you were probably curious to see where the richest of the rich live and how much did they pay for their houses.
The high-end real estate market is always changing, with prices skyrocketing every single year due to the shortage of available space in the crowded cities.
Although there are some apartments that =maybe- could have made it on this list we decided to include only houses that were build exclusively for one family.
Starting with indoor and outdoor pools, glass walls, castle like homes and some of the most famous residences world-wide, we’ve looked though them and came up with these 10.
Some of them might be up for sale if your capital permits such an expense, so keep your eyes open for what could, one day, be your home!
So what makes the following homes the most expensive houses in the world?
It has to do with the following things:
1. And the most important element factor: How much someone is willing to pay for it.
2. Cost of surrounding real-estate properties adjusted to the size and living space the property has to offer.
3. Cost of putting the house together, interior and exterior design along with extra features that might be in place.
4. Historical Value that gives the place intangible value, very similar to how a house can sell for millions more just because a celebrity lived there.
With all that said it’s time to dive into the 12 Most Expensive Homes in the World 2017:
#12 The Bran Castle ~ Estimated at $152 Million
The Bran Castle is a special mention on this list because it is a bit difficult to estimate just how valuable it is with it’s price fluctuating.
What was once the home of Vlad the Impaler, best known as the original Dracula, is found in Transylvania, Romania and although it now serves as a museum it used to be the home of the royal families.
It is the main destination for vampire enthusiast so an eccentric billionaire with a passion for history could definitely be interested in this property
We’ve taken an extensive look at the property in the following article Dracula’s Castle is Up for Sale.
Location: Romania
Value: $80-152 Million
The castle was listed for a while at the $152 Million price point and because there wasn’t much interest it dropped almost by half to now $80 Million. The reason we still include it on this list with a special mention is because during the real-estate boom in 2007 the property has see tremendous interest with the owners refusing to sell even with 9 Digit offers.
#11 Crespi Hicks Estate ~ Priced at $135 Million
This property made history when it hit the market back in 2013 as the most expensive property in the US.
The entire estate spreads across 25 acres and the seller is non other than billionaire Tom Hicks, you might know him as the guy who owns Liverpool FC, Dallas Stars and Texas Rangers.
Build and designed by architect Maurice Fatio for his personal use up until his death in 1943 it took the billionaire family almost 10 years to completely restore and a little over 100 Million went into the project, so as you’d expect, the place is breathtaking!
We’ve offered you Aluxers an inside tour of the house in this article here: The Most Expensive House in Dallas!
Location: Dallas, texas
Value: $135 Million
Time to break down the Top 10 World’s Most Expensive Houses:
#10 The Pinnacle ~ Estimated at $155 Million
The Pinnacle is the largest property in the Yellowstone Club, the luxurious community exclusive to the super-rich!
If you’re looking for the most expensive mountain side residence it doesn’t get better than the Pinnacle.
Heated floors, fireplaces, your own ski elevator and staff standing by to take care of anything you might possibly need.
Location: Yellowstone Club in Montana, USA.
Value: $155 Million
Owned by: Edra and Tim Blixseth
In a cozy ambiance is the perfect escape for you and your loved ones during the cold season!
Looking to move to London? Check out number 9:
#9 Franchuk Villa ~ Estimated at $161 Million
Real estate prices in London have always been top of the line several times ranking for the most expensive houses and homes around the world.
It’s no surprise that we find a Brit property in our top 10.
A movie theater, an indoor swimming pool, a panic room, sauna, and a personal gym are just a few of the facilities this London based mansion has to offer.
The prime location, the view and everything else this property comes with is only suited for someone with over $500 Million net worth!
Location: London
Value: $161 Million
The next one was featured in the movie Godfather:
#8 Hearst Mansion ~ Estimated at $165 Million
Although there are plenty of amazing castles to choose from when looking for a residence this one is rather special!
This castle has 29 rooms, it was featured in the Godfather movie and was also US president J.F. Kennedy’s pick for his honeymoon.
Priced at $165 Million, this Godfather place is an exquisite symbol of what wealth can buy you!
As all of the homes presented in our ranking it’s not something middle class could ever afford, only the staff costs for one year usually go over what your average earner makes in a lifetime!
Location: San Simeon, California
Value: $165 Million
Owned by: William Randolph Hearst’s trustees
Lakshmi Mittal is one of the richest people in the world so he needed a house suited to his status:
Ellison Estate ~ Estimated at $200 Million
Developed by Oracle Founder Larry Ellison this estate is a place of heaven.
The property stretches over 23 acres, with 10 luxurious buildings to live in.
Larry’s life was inspired by Japan’s Samurai Era and you can see that in everything that’s going around on the property.
You’ll find a Koi Pond, A Tea House a Bath House and plenty of Zen Like places in which you can doze off and recharge.
Location: Woodside, California
Value: $200 Million
Owned by: Larry Elison
#6 Kensington Palace ~ Estimated at $222 Million
Bought by steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal (Also featured on the Most Expensive Parties Ever Thrown) in 2008 for $222 Million, this property was put back on the market in 2012 because he’s looking for a bigger one.
The present value is supposed to make Mr. Mittal around 50 Million in profit and we’ve heard it finally found a suitable owner!
By suitable we of course mean someone with a quarter of Billion dollars just to move into a new home!
Mr. Mittal didn’t yet buy a bigger property, rumors have he’s gonna build his own castle!
Location: London
Value: $222 Million
Owned by: Lakshmi Mittal
At a quarter Billion dollars #5 is one of the greatest residences in the world!
#5 Fairfield,NY ~ Estimated at $248 Million
The Hamptons is the ultimate symbol of wealth in terms on positioning your Summer properties and although the square foot price has dropped only by a little since 2007, now we’re seeing an uprising in prices!
The largest property around is Fairfield and we were shocked to discover it was only #5 in this ranking.
Positioned in the Hamptons, probably the most expensive neighborhood in the US, this property is so big that it has it’s own power supply on site.
Totaling 63 Acres, this 29 Bedroom home is the ultimate real-estate place in the area.
Location: Sagaponack, New York
Value: $248 Million
Owned by: Ira Rennert
We bet you didn’t expect to see the White House in this top:
#4 The White House ~ Estimated at $320 Million
Standing strong on the 4th position we have the White House.
We all know it and according to real estate companies the property would be valued at $320,364,354 if it were ever to hit the market.
That is very unlikely since it is used as the presidential house since the 1800s.
Although the place is not as big or luxurious that the ones to come, it certainly has plenty of historical value, since the expected price.
Location: Washington D.C.
Value: $320 Million
Owned by: National Park Service
The most expensive home in Europe is next:
#3 Vila Leopolda ~ Estimated at $736 Million
The first property in our ranking to go over the $500 Million Mark it so happens to be the most expensive mansion on the continent!
Probably the most expensive villa in Europe, this 20 acres, half a billion house is currently owned by Mikhail Prokhorov, owner of the Brooklyn Nets.
And for the price you get one of the most incredible views in the world.
During our research we couldn’t find one facility the place didn’t offer and even if something was needed it would appear at the clap of your hands!
Location: Cote D’Azure, France
Value: $736 Million
Owned by: Lily Safra
This Billionaire used 5% of his net worth to build this sky scraper serving as a single residence:
#2 Antilla ~ Estimated at $1 Billion
In many rankings we have it listed as the most expensive home in the world and with it price tag of $1 Billion it came really close to getting the title in our top 10 also.
Believe it or not this 27-floor tower is a single residence.
Build for the Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani, it took almost 5% of his net worth to be completed.
Over 600 people are currently employed in order to function on a day-to-day basis and we have to say, the place is incredible!
Location: Mumbai, India
Value: $1 Billion
Owned by: Mukesh Ambani
Attila is currently the most expensive home in the world. It’s a single residence used -mainly- by 1 family only. There’s only one even more expensive, but these days it serves administrative purposes. That’s the only reason we’re currently listing Attila as #2 on our ranking.
And the most expensive house in the world is:
#1 Buckingham Palace ~ Estimated at $1.56 Billion
The Most Expensive House In The World is the Buckingham Palace valued at over $1.5 Billion.
We know it’s not your average real-estate property but we had to take it into account when concluding our top 10.
Same as the White House it serves administrative purposes but the place once used to be the sole residence of -some might say- the most influential family in the world.
With incredible historical value the Buckingham Palace is valued at an astonishing $1.56 Billion if it were ever to be listed on the market!
Location: London
Value: $1.56 Billion
Owned by: The British Sovereign
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This was our cover on the most expensive houses in the world as of 2017! We will continue to update this top as soon as anything important happens on the luxury markets! In which of the world’s most expensive homes would you like to live?
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