10 most expensive celebrity homes: Jay-Z, Drake, and more

Most expensive celebrity homes (Image via X / @popbase)
Most expensive celebrity homes (Image via X / @popbase)

Celebrities know how to go all out with luxury. From grand oceanfront views to high-tech mega-mansions, celebrity homes match their reputation and wealth.

Whether it's a beachfront compound or a sprawling estate in the hills, these homes often come equipped with features most people can only dream of. Let’s explore 10 of the priciest celebrity homes ever bought.


Top 10 expensive celebrity homes

Here are the top 10 expensive celebrity homes and mansions.

Jay-Z and Beyoncé – $200 Million Malibu Mansion

In 2023, Jay-Z and Beyoncé set the bar high in California’s real estate market. They put down $200 million for a Malibu estate in Paradise Cove. The huge 40,000-square-foot home was designed by Japanese architect Tadao Ando out of concrete. Sitting on an 8-acre bluff, it also features a private beach and an infinity pool.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West – $90 Million Mansion

Kim and Kanye don’t stop people from talking about their former home. The mansion, which is worth close to $90 million, has a very minimal yet high-tech design. It has elements like an underground bunker, a private park, and a very luxurious spa.

The Weeknd – $70 Million Bel-Air Property

In 2021, The Weeknd turned heads when he purchased a $70M property in Bel-Air. It is a 33,000 square foot home. There are both indoor and outdoor pools, a recording studio, a hammam, and a private theater. Also, before this purchase, the singer had put up for sale a different home of his, which was bought by Madonna.

Drake – $75 Million Hidden Hills Mansion

Drake’s palace in Hidden Hills is a blend of luxury and modern tech. His $75M home includes an Olympic-sized pool, a basketball court, and a high-tech recording studio.

Ellen DeGeneres & Portia de Rossi – $70 Million Compound

In Carpinteria, California, this seaside estate features two separate properties that come with private beach access. The couple bought it in 2022 for $70 million. Later, they sold it for $96 million, earning a significant profit.

Taylor Swift – $65 Million Tudor-Style Estate

Taylor Swift owns a home inspired by timeless design. Its Tudor-style architecture blends with antique interiors. The property, worth about $65 million, combines privacy, charm, and sophistication.

Bill Gates – Xanadu 2.0, $65 Million

Bill Gates owns an ultra-modern home in Medina called "Xanadu 2.0." It spreads across 66,000 square feet and features cool highlights like a swimming pool with underwater music, a trampoline room, and a tech-packed library. Estimates for its value have ranged from $127 million to $150 million in recent years.

Jennifer Lopez – $58 Million Holmby Hills Villa

Jennifer Lopez lives in a stunning Los Angeles villa with 14 bedrooms. The interiors showcase marble finishes and rare woods. Though her personal life has its ups and downs, her $58 million home stands tall as one of Holmby Hills' most extravagant estates.

Will Smith – $50 Million Futuristic Mansion

Will Smith’s family lives in a one-of-a-kind home. The design includes a circular atrium and advanced smart home technology. While the Smith family has faced some personal troubles, their home stands out as one of the most eye-catching celebrity homes.

Kylie Jenner – $36.5 Million Modern Mansion

In Holmby Hills, Kylie Jenner owns a huge house with 14 bathrooms, a private theater, and an opulent pool that resembles a resort. In 2020, she purchased this 19,000-square-foot mansion. It is one of the most memorable celebrity homes for stars and exhibits contemporary elegance.


These celebrity homes show the immense success of the stars who own them.

Edited by Zainab Shaikh