Pelé—football’s ‘greatest’ as labelled by FIFA—sadly passed away on December 29th 2022, leaving behind an incredible legacy of football achievements. The former Brazilian forward had been isolating in his beachfront mansion in São Paulo, Rio before losing his battle with metastatic cancer. A few years prior to moving back home to Brazil to recover, Pelé put his summer retreat on the market—an attractive home in the Hamptons, US…
The East Hampton summer home was snapped up by Pelé in 1979 for $156,000 (£130k), according to Dirt. Stretching across 3,400 square foot and totalling six bedrooms and seven and a half bathrooms, the three-time World Cup champion would have plenty of space to relax and unwind. We’re sure he enjoyed holidaying so close to his two New York City-dwelling daughters as well.
Inside you’ll find an impressive double-height living room, with stretches of fresh white walls bathing in sunlight via multiple floor to ceiling windows. According to a previous listing, the recently renovated chef’s kitchen boasts sliders that open out onto the deck beyond for sun, sea, plus turf ’n’ surf.
Sitting on approximately one acre near Clearwater Beach and its marina, the seven bedroom open-plan home boasts magnificent ocean views from plentiful windows throughout. Elsewhere the new owners can enjoy a play area, office and media room—all for the $2.9 million (£2.4m) asking price.
Running the full width of the top scorer’s former home is a viewing deck, which can be accessed via sliding windows from the primary suites on the first and second floors. After owning the beach-front holiday home since 1979, Pelé briefly listed his long-time pad for rent at $45,000 (£37.4k) a month before eventually selling up in 2018, according to the New York Post.
Boxing legend, Muhammad Ali decided to hang up his gloves in 1979 and pick up the keys to a magnificent historic estate in Hancock Park, Los Angeles with his third wife, Veronica Porché. The heavyweight champion retired here with his wife and their two children until the couple's eventual divorce seven years later in 1986.
Now known as the Muhammad Ali Estate, the mansion was originally built by John C. Austin—the renowned architect of the Griffith Observatory and Los Angeles City Hall—in 1916. Sitting on 1.5 acres and boasting 14,500 square feet of living space, the luxurious seven-bedroom manse hit the market most recently in 2019 at just under $17 million (£14m).
The dramatic interiors feature stained glass windows by Louis Comfort Tiffany, dark wood panelling, plush chandeliers and original stone fireplaces throughout—not to be outdone by marble columns, marble flooring and rich, red and gold patterned carpeting that beckons you upstairs...
Starring in a cover story for Ebony magazine a few years after moving in, Ali and his wife gave an inside tour of their Italian Renaissance mansion, and even Mrs. Ali’s exotic bird aviary. According to Thomas Hauser's book Muhammad Ali: His Life and Times, the property’s extravagant furnishings were thanks to Veronica Porché’s style.
While the interiors may seem extraordinary, guests would have marvelled at the estate grounds boasting multiple stone terraces and pool area, hidden gardens and large expanses of lawn. There’s even a large guest house, which would have come in handy with regards to the former heavyweight’s reportedly open-door policy for guests, according to the Ebony story.
This record-holding American sport star is widely regarded as one of the greatest golfers of all time, and his bank balance certainly reflects that. Worth a whopping $1.1 billion (£915m), Tiger Woods has invested wisely into his property portfolio. This includes one particular sprawling estate in Florida worth $40 million (£33m), which comes complete with it’s own four-hole practice area, naturally.
The Floridian manse resides within the exclusive Jupiter Island area, and is so large it consists of three separate addresses. After enduring injuries from a serious car incident in California, the pro golfer recuperated at home. Struggling to move around his manse on crutches, Woods realised just how expansive his estate was as he later revealed in a press conference.
Comprising of two buildings joined together via a glass-covered walkway and underground tunnels, Woods’ Jupiter Island estate was built in 2010—while his divorce from Elin Nordegren was being finalised. The father of two now spends much of his time in the 3,300 square-foot living area with girlfriend Erica Herman.
When it comes to relaxing, Woods knows how it’s done. The second 6,400-square-foot building comprises of a world-class gym, media room, wine cellar and its own lift. Woods and his family also have access to a basement games room, private cinema theatre and can unwind within their very own oxygen therapy room.
Sitting behind the golfer’s ocean-side property is a small private beach and dock where Woods is said to keep his $20 million (£16.6m) yacht, aptly named Privacy. After a self-imposed hiatus from the golfing world amidst his much publicised marital issues in 2010, we’re sure Tiger enjoys hiding out in his secluded Floridian sanctuary.
Four-time Grand Slam singles champion, Naomi Osaka is a true star in the tennis world. Ranked No.1 by the Women's Tennis Association and currently worth a whopping $51.1million (£41.8m), Osaka set an earnings record for female athletes, with $60 million (£50m) in the 12 months ending May 1, 2021. Unsurprisingly, she has also invested wisely in the property game.
After splashing out on the former 90210 residence of singer, Nick Jonas in July 2019, Osaka set her sights on another boyband’s former home. This San Fernando Valley based manse was once home to 98 Degrees singer Nick Lachey, and was snapped up by the tennis star in February 2022 for an eye-popping $6.3 million (£5.24m).
Built in 2015, the new build showcases East Coast traditional interiors, with crisp white walls that sing against rich dark brown stained hardwood floors flowing throughout almost 7,000 square-feet of open-plan living space. A luxury main bedroom suite awaits upstairs, including its own fireplace, private balcony, sitting room and dual closets.
As the highest paid female athlete of all time, we're sure Osaka enjoys relaxing in her downtime with a leisurely game of pool in the so-called 'parlour games room' including its own slick wet bar and a temperature-controlled wine cellar to be found elsewhere in the five-bedroom, seven-bathroom manse.
Outside, more entertainment awaits, with a sunken and full-size sports court, dark-bottomed pool and covered patio, bar with built-in barbecue and even a two-storey playhouse. Sitting proud in the hilltops, Osaka's guests can also enjoy beautiful views across the San Fernando Valley and the Santa Susana Mountains that surround it.
Considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time, LeBron James has won four NBA championships since 2012. Having played for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat and most recently the Los Angeles Lakers, his contract was recently extended until the end of the 2022-23 season, which will earn him $85 million (£71m) in total. Now Forbes estimates his net worth at around $850 million (£707m), and the star definitely has the stunning property portfolio to match his means...
Already the owner of a $23 million (£19.1m) mansion in LA's Brentwood neighbourhood, in 2020 LeBron James splashed out $36.8 million (£30.6m) for this grand estate in the Post Office area. Once the rented home of Hollywood star Audrey Hepburn, the Mediterranean-style villa was built in the 1930s and sits securely behind a driveway gate and a number of cameras.
Inside, the plush interiors include a light-flooded living room with a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and a picture window that frames the incredible views. The interiors have been updated through the years to include two master suites in the main home as well as multiple entertaining areas for LeBron to enjoy with his three children.
Outside, the extensive grounds are spread over two-and-a-half acres and include a pool house with two baths, a floodlit tennis court and plenty of patio space. It is the perfect place to sit back and relax with an ornate fountain and breathtaking views.
Son of basketball veteran Dell Curry, Stephen Curry was immersed in basketball from a young age. Now a national sensation, he entered the NBA in 2009 with the Golden State Warriors, eventually propelling the team to their first title in 40 years and beating the Cleveland Cavaliers. Now set to become one of the few NBA players to sign two contracts worth over $200 million (£166m), he will earn an average of $54 million (£45m) per season, the highest in the NBA.
Stephen Curry snapped up this brand new home in the wealthiest zip code in America back in 2019. Sold to the sports star for $31 million (£25.8m), the home sits in the super-exclusive Bay Area of Atherton in California. Also home to the likes of WhatsApp founder Jan Koum and ex-Facebook Vice President Mike Murphy, Curry will have some extremely wealthy neighbours.
Having never been on the open market, images of the property are scarce, apart from some renderings from Studio Green that show the house design. Reportedly located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, the home sits on just over one acre of land and is hidden behind gates, making it barely visible from the street.
Spread over three floors, the home boasts modern and contemporary decor with floor-to-ceiling windows and doors that lead outside. A roaring fireplace and a small dining nook in the main living space looks out over the picture-perfect back garden.
With multiple wings inside, to the rear of the property lies a garden featuring a swimming pool surrounded by a generous patio and a poolside cabana with a fireplace and built-in barbecue. Additionally, there's a small guest house tucked away into the far rear corner of the grounds.
American football quarterback Tom Brady has led his teams to a record seven Super Bowl victories. Having spent his first 20 seasons with the New England Patriots, in March 2020 he left and signed a two-year, $50 million (£41.6m) contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before making a sensational return two years later in March 2022 for his 23rd season in Tampa. He married supermodel Gisele Bündchen in 2009 after they met on a blind date. The power couple had an estimated joint net worth of $650 million (£541m) and invested in some serious property before their eventual divorce, which was finalised in October 2022.
In December 2020, NFL star Tom Brady splashed out $17 million (£14.1m) on a mansion on the famed Indian Creek Island in Miami. Known as 'Billionaire Bunker' the high profile island is also home to Ivanka Trump, who purchased her home in the same week as Tom and Gisele. Brady has been linked to Ivanka's father, Donald Trump since 2002, when the former president asked him to judge the Miss USA pageant.
Tom and Gisele moved their family to Florida when Brady was signed to play for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2020. While the location could not be more exclusive, the red-roofed house that currently sits on the plot is far from luxurious. Although there are no images to show the inside of the home, Tom and his ex-supermodel wife planned to tear down the current home and build a new dream eco-friendly property for their family, according to the New York Post.
The home sits on just under two acres of land and comes with more than 200 feet of sought-after private waterfront. The former couple also have access to amenities on the island include a private country club, a golf course, and the safety of the island's very own police force. Despite their divorce the couple are reportedly still going ahead with their development in 'Billionaire Bunker', though it is not sure who will live their permanently, or what the interiors will look like yet. A source told Page Six: "They like to build from the ground up. Look at their Brookline home, this will be like that."
The Brookline house is a 5-bedroom custom-built mansion designed by legendary architect Richard Landry that the Brady/Bündchens created in an exclusive part of Massachusetts. The house is nearly 10,000 square feet and built to the highest spec with a gym, spa, pool and a huge guest house complete with a yoga studio. It's surrounded by a five-acre plot of land. They sold it for $33 million (£27.5m) when they moved to Florida. With green building practices at the top of Gisele's priority list and their combined passion for design, we're sure that whatever the former duo build on this hugely expensive plot of land will be a lucrative investment!
Since beginning his basketball career in 1984 for the Chicago Bulls, legendary sportsman Michael Jordan has redefined what it means to be an NBA superstar. When he finally quit the game for good in 2003, he left with the NBA’s highest-scoring average of 30 points per game and was made a Hall of Fame inductee. Beyond his record-beating time as a player, Jordan has also spent a huge part of his career investing in the sport and in 2010 he became the majority owner of the Charlotte Bobcats. Off the court he has also become a successful businessman, boosting his net worth to $1.5 billion (£1.33b) thanks in part to his Jordan Brand with Nike and several restaurants.
His home for more than 20 years, this Chicago estate couldn't get much more flashy. Named Legend Point, it has been completely customised for the NBA superstar. Accessed by towering gates bearing his famous shirt number 23, the estate was built by the sportsman in 1995 on land he bought for $2 million (£1.66m) in 1991.
As you would expect from the most famous basketball player on the planet, the lavish home is full of every amenity you could think of. The extensive outdoor area includes a covered infinity pool with a retractable roof and walls, plus an entertaining area with a fireplace, grill and wet bar. Spread over 32,000 square feet, the main house has everything a sporting legend would ever need.
Having been on and off the market for the last nine years, with the star struggling to shift the unsellable home, the asking price started at $29 million (£24.1m) and most recently was priced at $14.9 million (£12.4m). With Jordan still reportedly paying over $100,000 (£83.2k) in annual property taxes, the house is now off the market.
After practising tennis with her father as a child, Serena Williams turned professional in 1995 and went on to have a glittering career alongside her sister, Venus. The star has won a total of 23 Grand Slam singles titles, more than any man or woman during the open era, and four Olympic gold medals. In September 2017 she gave birth to her first child, Olympia, and later that year she married her partner Alexis Ohanian. With a net worth of $41.3 million (£33m), the star has invested in some impressive homes over the years.
After the sale of her Palm Beach Gardens home in Florida, Serena bought this waterfront estate in Jupiter, Florida for $8 million (£6.6m) in September 2020. After revealing in an interview with Architectural Digest that it was the first property she had bought away from her sister Venus, the star revamped the old home putting her elegant signature style in every room.
These pictures show the house before Serena's redesign but you get a feel for the grandeur of this 14,500-square-foot mansion. It was originally built in a Spanish Mediterranean style and sits on four acres of land in the wealthy Jupiter Island area of Florida. Privately gated it came with eight bedrooms and seven-and-a-half bathrooms as well as a gourmet chef's kitchen, all spread over two floors.
The master bedroom may have look old-fashioned but was jam-packed with amenities including a fireplace and a private waterfront balcony. However, today the house has been completely gutted and is unrecognisable. With the help of her sister Venus, Serena redesigned the interiors which now boasts a princess-themed room complete with a slide for her daughter, Olympia.
What used to be the back garden featuring a fun water feature, now boasts a classy infinity pool with submerged chaise lounges, while elsewhere the tennis star and her family can use the sauna, gym, wine cellar, and private trophy room, where Serena displays her (many) awards.
One of the greatest boxers of his era, Floyd Mayweather Jnr. has won championships across five weight divisions over the course of his career. He announced his retirement in 2017 after his fight with UFC champion Conor McGregor, with a record of 50-0. However, most recently he claimed his net worth had exceeded $1.2 billion (£998m) after his fight with YouTuber Logan Paul earned him $100 million (£83.2m) alone, according to TalkSport. Also a keen property buyer, due to investment returns, he reportedly makes millions every week.
As well as having mansions in Beverly Hills and Las Vegas, the boxing legend added to his property portfolio in August this year with this waterfront property on Palm Island. The fighter, who most recently came out of retirement to fight YouTuber Logan Paul, splashed out $18 million (£15m) on the stunning house, after selling his Miami Beach home in 2020.
Spread over three floors, the sleek house has an 11,000-square-foot floor plan and is the perfect modern mansion. With some of the best views in Miami, the living spaces are sumptuous, including the all-white kitchen with stone flooring, marble worktops and a dining area with some of the best views in Florida.
Sitting on a third of an acre, the hidden 5,000-square-foot roof terrace more than makes up for the lack of garden space. There's also a swimming pool and a private dock that can store a 100-foot boat for the boxer to use at his leisure. How chic!
After turning professional at the age of 14, powerful Russian-born tennis star Maria Sharapova went on to win four of the major tennis tournaments (the US Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and the Australian Open) becoming the 10th woman to earn a Career Grand Slam after her French Open victory in 2012. She won it again in 2014, but struggled with shoulder pain after an injury and surgery, and was banned from playing the sport for 15 months in 2016 for taking heart medication that had been added to the list of banned substances. She announced her retirement after 28 years at the top of her sport with a reported net worth of $325 million (£270m).
Not long after announcing her retirement from pro tennis, Maria Sharapova splashed out $8.6 million (£7.15m) on this stunning pastoral ranch in Santa Barbara, California. The Grand Slam superstar can now spend her days exploring the five acres of stunning grounds as well as nearby community of Manhattan Beach which is known for its eateries, charming shopping and stunning mansions.
Sitting in the coastal neighbourhood of Summerland, which is high up in the Santa Barbara foothills, the spacious home boasts a main Balinese-inspired house. With vaulted beamed ceilings, loft-like living spaces and walls of glass, it's the ultimate retirement retreat. Overall, the ranch is made up of four separate structures, each with one bedroom and a private back garden.
Each separate building on the estate is decorated with colourful eclectic furniture, cosy fireplaces and historic design elements, such as stone floors and ceiling beams. Spending the majority of her time at her Manhattan Beach home, Sharapova stays at the ranch when she needs an escape from the limelight.
The estate grounds leave little to be desired. Spread over nearly five acres, they are made up of sprawling lawns and small patios with hidden nooks and seating where the star can take a private moment to unwind. With an idyllic hilltop location, there are also stunning views of the coastline and Santa Ynez Mountains.
Before his retirement in 2011, Shaquille O'Neal was one of the most famous players in the NBA. Better known as Shaq, he played for 19 seasons over six teams, which included the Los Angeles Lakers, for which he won three NBA championships. Now a multi-millionaire, the sportsman is a minority owner of the Sacramento Kings and also has other significant investments in Vitaminwater, Lyft and Ring, bringing his net worth to a reported $400 million (£333m).
Until recently, Shaq lived in this huge mega-mansion just outside Orlando in Florida. Sitting within the guarded gates of the prestigious Isleworth Golf & Country Club, he bought the property in 1993 for a mere $4 million (£3.33m).
Shaq’s former manse, known as ‘Shaq-apulco’ according to Realtor, underwent extensive renovations costing approximately $40,000 (£33.3k) to help it sell—removing much of his personality from the interiors. The primary bedroom’s huge monogrammed ’S’ bed was replaced for example, as well as the 6,000 square-foot, Shaq-emblazoned basketball court.
While no small home by everyday standards, Shaq’s latest residence is certainly a down-size for the 7'1" star, at one sixth of the size of his former Florida estate. The new pad resides in Carrollton, Texas spanning 5,269 square feet of living space. It is unclear how much he splurged on the five-bed, but records show it last sold for $1.2 million (£1m) according to Dirt.
The four-time NBA champion’s new pad sits on a quarter-acre plot and boasts rather stately stone-quoined facade with European-inspired architecture. Inside you are welcomed via Corinthian columns which stand between the foyer and the formal dining room of the five-bedroom, five-bathroom manor house.
Polished wood panelling adorns the plush library / office, while neck-craning high ceiling and luxurious neutral marble floors deck the, almost too spacious, great room, complete with modern fireplace and a wall of windows looking out across the attractive yard. Elsewhere sits four bedrooms, each with their own ensuite and a home cinema for screening game nights.
Having put the home on the market in 2018 for $28 million (£23.3m), Shaq relisted the property five times before eventually selling up for $11 million (£9.1m) in October 2021. Before he sold, the sports star was reported to have undertaken some cosmetic improvements to try and entice new buyers, including an improved pool area that's now complete with a summer kitchen and landscaping.
Baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez hit nearly 700 home runs over the course of his 22-year career. Having won three MVP awards, the New York Yankees star retired in 2016. Since making the move to the broadcasting booth, A-Rod is now an analyst for ESPN, having just renewed his contract in January 2021. Over the course of his playing career, the star earned a reported $450 million (£374m) in salary, which is still flooding in thanks to his deferred payment plan with the Texas Rangers that doesn't end until 2025. Today, with a reported net worth of $350 million (£291m), he is still buying some luxurious properties.
A-Rod has an impressive property portfolio that includes homes in New York, Los Angeles, and this property in Miami. The land was snapped up by the former New York Yankee in 2013, and on it he built this spectacular 11,800 square foot home.
Designed by architect firm Choeff Levy Fischman, the sleek home greets guests with a 24-foot cantilevered canopy that leads through to the main living areas. Featuring floor-to-ceiling glass doors that lead out into the courtyard, it makes for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Also a place for the star to store his art collection, the living room includes a portrait of Jean-Michel Basquiat by Andy Warhol.
The kitchen is just as polished as the rest of the home with stone worktops, modern fixtures and extra plush seating for guests to relax in. Elsewhere there's also a bar and lounge area with more floor-to-ceiling glass that looks out over the lush courtyard, as well as a home theatre and a basketball court.
Outside, the modern cabana sits alongside a long swimming pool surrounded by loungers to soak up the Miami sun. Alex lived with ex-partner Jennifer Lopez in the luxury home and owned a whole host of other houses with the actress, including a mega-mansion in Florida's Star Island.
From the race courses of Monaco to the boulevards of Santa Monica, Formula 1 mega-star Jenson Button has most recently snapped up a four-bed in March 2022 in an off-market deal. The Grand Prix racer and his wife, model Brittany Ward, are also in the process of renovating a $3.7 million (£3.1m) fixer-upper in the mountains between Malibu and Calabasas, so perhaps they just needed somewhere to hang their hats in the meantime.
Worth an impressive $150 million (£125m), Button can definitely afford to splurge on an extra bit of real estate along the Californian coastline. Purchasing the home for a reported $5.8 million (£4.8m), the 1929 bungalow is set within one of Santa Monica’s most prestigious boulevards and boasts an attractive Spanish Colonial design.
Having retired in 2017, the British race car driver will surely enjoy a bit of peace and quiet within the Pacific Palisades pad, which exudes old-world charm. From charming arched doorways to vaulted ceilings with hand-hewn wood beams and masonry fireplaces, the light and airy property stretches across 3,535 square feet of living space welcoming you via the unique octagonal foyer.
Living areas gleam with fresh white walls that sing against hardwood and Saltillo tile floors. Multiple floor-to-ceiling windows cast streams of Santa Monica sunshine into the family / living room that leads out onto the spacious backyard. Elsewhere in the four-bedroom, five-bathroom VIP residence, a separate dining room and gourmet kitchen awaits, ready to host large parties of hungry guests.
If the hexagonal master bath and triangular shower space wasn’t enough, a saltwater pool lies outside, with private open-air deck and spa. For sunbathing with a view, the detached two-car garage boasts a sunny roof terrace on top with fabulous Santa Monica vistas for the whole Button family to enjoy.
From Wimbledon to California, this tennis star is serious when it comes to real estate. Retired tennis champ John McEnroe and wife, singer Patty Smyth, have a roster of impressive properties up their sleeve including their main residence in Manhattan and a five-bedroom ocean front estate in Malibu.
Originally built in the 1930s, the power duo reportedly bought the beachy abode in 1984 for just under $2.5 million (£2m). The five-bedroom pad was never on the market, so us property snoops can’t take a peek at the interiors unfortunately. McEnroe and Smyth also own two more Malibu vacation homes in a discreet gated community atop Paradise Cove, purchased in 2013 and 2015 for a total of nearly $25 million (£20m) according to Dirt.
Alongside the main oceanfront deck with sweeping coastal views, the dining and living rooms also boast ocean vistas according to Dirt. While the couple sold their Malibu pad in June 2022 for $29 million (£24m), it was also seen gracing the rental listings a few years ago for an eye-popping $125,000 (£104k) per month.
Spanning 3,700-square-foot of living space, McEnroe’s former beach house boasted five bedrooms, five bathrooms, two powder rooms and a chef's kitchen. If that wasn't enough to keep them entertained, the luxury pad also hosted its own media room for cosy cinema nights in.
What’s more, you’ll also find a second private deck adjoining the upstairs main suite, overlooking Catalina Island and the property's own outdoor hot tub, fireplace-equipped cabana and even a sauna. Perfect for unwinding after a spot of table tennis on the beach.
Iconic footballer Cristiano Ronaldo broke records in 2003 when he was signed by Manchester United for $16.6 million (£13.8m) at just 18 years old. Setting many more records throughout his glittering career playing for Real Madrid, Juventus, and the Portuguese national team, Ronaldo transferred from Juventus to Man U in 2021. While the club hoped to never sell the world famous player, it was confirmed in November 2022 that Ronaldo's contract had ended early. He is now worth a reported $500 million (£416m).
Cristiano set up home in this multi-million dollar mansion in Cheshire, UK. Settling into his new digs in 2006, the footballer was joined by his partner Georgina Rodríguez and their children. Ronaldo is father to twins, daughter Eva and son Mateo through surrogacy, as well as daughter Alana Martina with Georgina; all born in 2017. The couple were expecting a second set of twins, but tragically lost one during childbirth in April 2022. The surviving twin is named Bella Esmeralda.
Located in tranquil countryside, the home is a perfect sanctuary for the young family. The super-luxe property boasts a double-height hallway that leads through to open-plan, contemporary living areas. Not a world away from the rest of his property portfolio, the footballer also owns homes in his native Maderia, a mansion in Turin, Italy, a private villa in Marbella and an apartment in Trump Tower, New York City.
The five-bedroom, six-bathroom home, which also includes a separate detached two-bed annexe, was certainly large enough for the whole Ronaldo clan. Sitting on 23 acres of land, the main living space includes a kitchen, dining area and living room which overlooks the grounds through floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors. However, if he needed some alone time, Cristiano could retreat to the master suite which sits on its very own floor with an ensuite bathroom, dressing room and lounge area.
To make sure he has every amenity under the sun, the property also comes with a cinema room, study, wine store, an indoor swimming pool complete with changing rooms, a gym and paddock land. After leaving Man United, the property hit the market in December 2022 for £2.85 million ($2.37m), while rumours swirl of his next move. As reported by Architectural Digest, the Footballing legend appears to have snapped up the most expensive mansion in Portugal for an estimated €21 million ($22.3m/£18.5m) including renovation costs. Watch this space!
With a reported net worth of $120 million (£99.8m), former world champion boxer Sugar Ray Leonard is also known for his motivational speaking and success in finance, becoming the first boxer to earn more than $100 million (£83.1m). But did he invest all that wealth into real estate?
The award-winning knockout purchased this stunning estate in Pacific Palisades with wife, Bernadette Robi, in 2000, enjoying over 16,000-square-foot of living space within the 1.32-acre grounds. It was originally designed by renowned architect, Richard Landry according to Architectural Digest.
The interiors are just as jaw-dropping and lavish as the ivy-covered facade, with Italian architecture inspired by Florentine villas according to the original listing with Hilton and Hyland. Referred to as the Leonard Estate, the residence is described as the ‘most important legacy property on the Westside’.
Alongside a whopping seven bedrooms and twelve bathrooms, the expansive estate also boasts a screening room, gourmet kitchen and even its own solarium. The main suite hosts exquisite vistas across the ocean and mountains, not to mention views across the palatial grounds…
Originally on the market for $51.9 million (£43.2m) in September 2019, the ‘Fabulous Four’ fighter resisted the Californian abode in May 2022 for a slightly discounted $46.5 million (£38.7m), before being spotted at a further reduced price of $45 million (£37.4m) in January 2023. With a separate guest house, fully lit tennis court and viewing area, sun-drenched oval pool, grass lawn and putting green, we're sure Sugar Ray’s palatial pad won't be on the ropes for long.
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