Top 10 Most Expensive Homes in the World You Might Not Know

Pinnacle Mansion is considered one of the priciest homes in the United States. Located in Montana, The Pinnacle is the first luxury ski retreat to make it into the top 10. Owned by Tim and Edra Blixseth, this mansion features a wine cellar, both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a spacious gym. With 11 bedrooms and bathrooms all equipped with fireplaces, this mansion stands out for its lavishness, making it one of the most expensive homes globally at present.

Currently, the Pinnacle Mansion is the largest estate within the Yellowstone Club in Montana, and it consistently ranks on the list of "America's Most Expensive Homes." The Yellowstone Club is an exclusive private community where the world's wealthiest come to ski and play golf. Owned by a timber tycoon, the Pinnacle Mansion is valued at around $155 million. The estate boasts an elevator to the ski summit, a wine cellar, heated floors, multiple swimming pools, and more. In winter, the house, with snow covering the roof and the surrounding landscape, looks simply magical.

The real estate market in London consistently tops the list of the world's most expensive homes, and it's no surprise that one of the UK's homes makes it into our top 10. The Franchuk Villa, located in the heart of London, is one of the priciest mansions on the globe. Spanning 21,000 square feet, this Victorian-style estate rises six floors and boasts 10 luxurious bedrooms and numerous opulent bathrooms. The property also features a safe room, steam room, private cinema, gym, and an expansive swimming pool.

Once a girls' school during the Victorian era, the Franchuk Villa was purchased and upgraded in 2006 for over £10 million. It was acquired by Ukrainian AIDS prevention philanthropist, Elena Franchuk. This five-story mansion is a rare find in London. Additional amenities include an underground pool, dry sauna, and private gym. The cinema, therapy rooms, sauna, and gym are just a few of the lavish offerings of this London-based estate. With its prime location, stunning views, and unparalleled features, this mansion is tailor-made for the ultra-wealthy!

The Hearst Mansion, located on the central coast of California, is ranked as the fifth most expensive house in the world. Built by media mogul William Randolph Hearst, this grand estate was designed by the renowned architect Julia Morgan and completed in 1919. Covering an area of 90,000 square feet, the mansion sits atop Beverly Hills and features 29 bedrooms, a private cinema, three swimming pools, a nightclub, and several tennis courts. Upon completion, it boasted a total of 165 rooms and 127 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds.

Perched in San Luis Obispo County, near Highway 1, the Hearst Castle stands as a stunning architectural gem amid the coastal hills. This national and state landmark is celebrated for its refined beauty and peaceful location. Despite ongoing construction and upgrades, it only took a few years for the main buildings to be ready to entertain the world’s elite. Hollywood stars such as Charlie Chaplin, Greta Garbo, and Clark Gable, alongside political figures like Franklin D. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill, all gathered here to enjoy lavish dinners and relaxing retreats. With its private theater, zoo, lush gardens, and exquisite sculptures throughout, a stay at the Hearst Mansion surpasses even the finest resorts in California.

The Fairfield Pond Estate is ranked as one of the ten most expensive homes in the United States and the fourth priciest home in the world. This iconic mansion draws tourists from all over the globe. The estate is owned by entrepreneur Ira Rennert and spans a sprawling 63 acres, featuring 29 bedrooms and 39 bathrooms. It also includes a bowling alley and five tennis courts. Covering a massive 62,000 square feet (roughly 1.5 acres), the property is one of the largest on the prestigious Hamptons beach.

The Fairfield Pond Estate is considered one of the most valuable properties. Currently valued at $248 million, it could fetch approximately $500 million today, according to real estate sources. In addition to the main mansion, there is a guest house and two pools on the property. The total floor space of all buildings exceeds 110,000 square feet (around 10,219 square meters). While most reports list 29 bedrooms and 39 bathrooms, some real estate databases note fewer, with 21 bedrooms and 18 bathrooms.

The One Hyde Park development consists of 86 luxury apartments, located in the prestigious Knightsbridge area, right next to Hyde Park and the lavish Mandarin Oriental hotel. The price of properties in One Hyde Park is astronomically high—ten times more than the average real estate prices in London and three times the average price for upscale properties in the area. In addition to the residential units, the building features a cinema, a swimming pool, a gym, a sauna, a golf simulator, and an expansive wine cellar. The penthouse spans two floors, with five bedrooms and covering around 1,670 square meters—roughly equivalent to 18 average homes in the UK. It includes a champagne room, a wine cellar for 750 bottles, a private spa and gym, a media room, a cocktail bar, two outdoor terraces, and four parking spaces.

Security at One Hyde Park is of the highest standard, with armored glass, panic rooms, and security personnel trained by British special forces. In 2010, Ukrainian billionaire Rinat Akhmetov purchased one of these penthouses for approximately $216 million, making it the most expensive apartment ever sold at the time. Today, it ranks among the top three most expensive homes in the world. With views overlooking Hyde Park, the One Hyde Park penthouse is a world-class piece of real estate in central London, making it a sound investment for years to come.

Ranked as the third most expensive home in the world, Villa Leopolda is situated on the French Riviera. Spanning a vast 8 hectares—about the size of eight football fields—this mansion was originally built in 1902 by King Leopold II of Belgium. It is now valued at over $500 million. Known as one of the priciest estates globally, the villa features 11 bedrooms, 14 bathrooms, and expansive gardens filled with a wide variety of plants.

In 1915, the estate was converted into a hospital. Later, in 1950, Giovanni Agnelli, the owner of the iconic Italian car brands Fiat and Ferrari, purchased it. Following Agnelli's ownership, the estate was sold to banker Edmond Safra, and after his tragic death, his widow Lily sold the property to Russian businessman Mikhail Prokhorov. The estate is perched on the hills between Villefranche-sur-Mer and Beaulieu-sur-Mer, just a few kilometers from Nice. The grounds boast a sprawling 8-hectare garden with olive, lemon, and orange trees, requiring over 50 full-time workers to maintain.

The villa itself includes a massive 400 square meter room, 12 swimming pools, 19 luxurious rooms, 14 bathrooms, antique furnishings, and vast terraces. There are also sports courts, a bowling alley, and a cinema room. As expected, the villa is adorned with priceless artworks and marble. It has appeared in various television shows and has been featured in Forbes, regarded as one of Europe's most significant historical estates.

Antilia is the most expensive home in the world, located on Altamount Road, off Pedder Road, in South Mumbai. It is the residence of Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries and the fifth richest person globally. Inspired by the mythical island of Atlantis, Mukesh Ambani's mansion is valued as the second-most expensive property after Buckingham Palace. The luxurious estate, which is estimated to be worth between $1 billion and $2 billion, was built on a 400,000 square-foot plot starting in 2002 and completed in 2010.

The home features 27 stories, with facilities like a spa, fitness center, swimming pool, outdoor gardens, six levels of parking, and three helipads. Designed by the Chicago-based architects Perkins and Will, with Australian construction company Leighton Holdings overseeing the build, Antilia is a sight to behold. At night, the entire building lights up, creating a spectacle for the elite of Mumbai who come to watch movies in the in-house theater and dine in its grand banquet hall. However, after the guests leave, the Ambani family heads to Sea Wind, a 14-story building further south in the city, where Mukesh, his wife, children, mother, and brother's family reside. Antilia's sprawling 400,000 square feet are situated on one of the priciest streets in the world—Altamount Road in South Mumbai.

Dracula's Bran Castle is located near Bran, Brasov, Romania. The castle features 57 rooms, including 17 luxurious bedrooms fit for royalty. Since 1980, it has been a museum. Known for its stunning Romanian architecture, it is also famously called 'Dracula's Castle.' Positioned in Transylvania, just 30 kilometers from Brasov, Bran Castle was originally constructed in the late 14th century in 1382 as a Teutonic defensive fortress on a rocky hill overlooking the Turku River valley. The location marks one of the most treacherous and strategically important borders between Transylvania and Wallachia. It is one of Romania’s most visited tourist sites, often referred to as the castle of Count Dracula, the legendary ruler of Wallachia, Vlad Tepes (Dracula).

Beyond its architectural allure, Bran Castle is steeped in myth, with legends suggesting that it was once the residence of Vlad the Impaler, the infamous medieval ruler. However, there is no conclusive evidence to support this claim. Historical records do indicate that Vlad Tepes was briefly imprisoned in the castle's dungeon for two days, as the area was occupied by the Ottoman Empire. Due to its association with the fictional character Dracula, the castle has become a popular tourist attraction. In 2007, the castle was sold by the Austrian Prince who previously owned it.

Updown Court is the most expensive home in the UK, located in the village of Windlesham in Surrey, England. This California-style mansion sits on 58 acres (230,000 m²) of private gardens and woodlands. Its prestigious neighbors include Elton John, Sarah, Duchess of York, and Queen guitarist Brian May. In 2005, Updown Court was the most expensive private home on the market globally. The estate features a cinema, tennis court, swimming pool, bowling alley, and stables. The mansion was built on this 58-acre plot from 1998 and completed in 2006.

The mansion includes a private marble driveway, heated floors worth £2 million, and boasts a total of 103 rooms, 24 of which are bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom. Five swimming pools, including an infinity pool, illuminated tennis court, and a wine cellar with a 3,000-bottle capacity, are also part of the estate. Approximately 20,000 m² of the estate is covered in over 30 types of imported Italian marble. The large terraces and a custom-built 50-seat cinema add to the luxury. The first floor features the main residential area with eight spacious suites, while the attic level contains two separate apartments with two bedrooms, living area, kitchen, and bathroom in each, occupying one wing of the house. Additional amenities include a sauna, a "secret" exit from the residence, a gym, indoor sports court, outdoor equestrian area with stables, a gallery, study, and library.

The Manor is the largest residence in Los Angeles, constructed in 1988. Known for its grandeur and opulence, the mansion has become a symbol of Hollywood's most famous family, hosting many memorable stories throughout its history. Situated in the Holmby Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles, this estate is a lavish, ultra-luxurious property that inspires both admiration and envy from those outside its elite circle. Originally named Spelling Manor and Candyland, it is now simply known as The Manor.

Designed like a grand castle, The Manor features 123 rooms, including a tennis court, movie theater, beauty salon, spa, and swimming pool. The estate sits on 2.5 acres and includes a private parking lot capable of accommodating 100 cars. The property also boasts expansive gardens with hundreds of different plant species. Once listed for $150 million, it is one of the most expensive homes in the country, and was later sold for a staggering price. The White House is around 5,109 square meters, whereas The Manor spans 56,500 square feet, with 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms, and 16 guest suites.