When you're a super-rich celebrity with money to burn, buying a $100 million house barely makes a dent. Over the years, we've given you a glimpse inside some of the best celebrity homes in the world, but none quite compare to these exceptional properties. From Johnny Depp's dreamy French village to Sylvester Stallone's spectacular spread, and Beyoncé and Jay-Z's Bel Air mega-mansion, these are the most expensive celebrity homes of all time. Prepare to be green with envy...

Star of classics such as The West Wing and St. Elmo's Fire, Rob Lowe is clearly no stranger to lavish living – and with a reported net worth of $100 million (£72m), it's really no wonder. The star's Colonial-style estate in Montecito, California, is one seriously impressive piece of real estate and was commissioned by Lowe back in 2009. He paid $8.5 million (£6.1m) for the vacant plot and set about designing the ultimate celebrity hideaway.

Known as Oakview, the 10,000-square-foot property has six bedrooms, 11 bathrooms and, of course, a long list of luxurious amenities. Its design was inspired by Mount Vernon, George Washington’s Virginia plantation home, Lowe told Architectural Digest in 2016. Bright and elegant, its living spaces all benefit from intricate cornicing, grand fireplaces and crystal chandeliers. Large windows also frame the 3.4-acre garden and offer views of the Santa Ynez Mountains in the distance.

The house boasts a stunning living room, a piano bar, a formal dining room, a luxurious kitchen adorned with Carrara marble, a family room, morning room, library, 1,800-bottle wine room, a cinema and a fitness centre. There's also an office with its own veranda, koi pond and waterfall. The sophisticated master bedroom also offers a private balcony, from which Lowe can admire views all the way to the Pacific Ocean. 

Of course, the home's grounds are as equally as impressive. Sprawling and secluded, the garden comes complete with a swimming pool, tennis court, cabana and a separate guest house, too. In 2018, Lowe decided to part ways with the property, listing it for $47 million (£34m). He later dropped the price to $42.5 million (£31m) – a bargain, when you think about it...

Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine has one seriously impressive property portfolio – and a reputation for being a savvy property flipper. The lavish seven-bedroom mansion can be found in the heart of VIP paradise Beverly Hills, California, and was sold off by Levine and his wife, Victoria’s Secret model Behati Prinsloo, in 2019 for a mesmerising $45 million (£32.4m).

The Moves Like Jagger singer bought the Tudor-style pad in March 2018 for $34 million (£24m), selling it a year later with a hefty $11 million (£8m) added to the asking price – which is some serious appreciation! Levine and Prinsloo did, however, reportedly invest $7 million (£5m) into the property, undertaking a comprehensive renovation project to render it truly fit for a VIP. 

The sumptuous spread, which was built in 1933, sprawls over 10,000 square feet and offers a multitude of spaces for relaxing and hosting, including a home cinema, media room, gym and guest house. Every single room is flawlessly presented, blending state-of-the-art design with traditional architectural elements, such as wide-planked reclaimed wood floors, stone fireplaces and steel-framed windows and doors. Sleek white plaster walls are enhanced by pops of colour from modern art.

There’s a stunning two-storey foyer, a 50-foot living room, a bar, an intimate panelled library, a gourmet kitchen and a magnificent master suite. Outside, you’ll find an ivy-covered garden, complete with a resort-style pool, an outdoor kitchen, pizza oven, fire pit and a sunken tennis court. Of course, the celebrity pad also comes complete with state-of-the-art security, making this the ultimate VIP sanctuary.

A man known for his style, American fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger clearly knows a beautiful thing when he sees it. As cool and distinctive as you might expect, Hilfiger's European-inspired estate in Greenwich, Connecticut, is like something from a fairytale. The clothing tycoon bought the 22-acre property in 2000 for $31.4 million (£23m) and decided to wave goodbye to it in 2020, listing it for an impressive $47.5 million (£34m).

Built in 1939, the palatial property offers an imposing welcome, thanks to its magnificent entrance hall. There are six ensuite bedrooms, seven bathrooms and three powder rooms throughout the 13,300-square-foot residence and every room boasts wooden beams, hardwood floors, European-inspired fireplaces and dramatic light fixtures.

Originally known as Château Paterno, the property is full of eclectic touches and has every amenity under the sun, including a massage room, wine cellar, tasting room, games room and even a Turkish-inspired screening room. The opulent master suite comes complete with two bathrooms, two dressing rooms and a private study, while the separate two-bed guesthouse is fully equipped with a living room and kitchen. 

There are a number of gardens spread over the estate's 22 acres, including a fountained rose garden, a boxwood knot garden and a water garden with a koi pond. The grounds also come complete with a bean-shaped swimming pool and a tennis court that sits nestled amongst the greenery. How dreamy is that?

Revealing just how expensive certain cities are, Sting's New York City apartment is even pricier than Tommy Hilfiger's 22-acre estate, although it's every bit as stunning. The former lead singer of the Police recently sold the duplex penthouse for an astonishing $50 million (£36.1m), but once you see inside you might begin to understand why it affords such a price tag...

The apartment can be found on Manhattan's illustrious Upper West Side and spans two spectacular floors. Kitted out with everything a rock star could need, it spans 5,417 square feet and features four bedrooms and four bathrooms. Built in 2007, every single room is immaculately presented, with refined fixtures and floor-to-ceiling windows that allow for unobstructed views over Central Park.

The apartment's interior design was carried out by Lee F. Mindel of Shelton, Mindel & Associates and according to the real estate listing, the floor plan was 'specifically custom designed' for Sting and his wife, English actor Trudie Styler. There's a gorgeous lounge with a bespoke free-standing fireplace, a huge chef's kitchen with a spiral staircase and a quiet library with built-in bookshelves. There's even an incredible sauna in one of the bathrooms!

Outside things get even better. The 396-square-foot private terrace boasts views that most New York City observation decks could only dream of. The Message in a Bottle singer is said to have bought the luxurious penthouse apartment in 2008 for $27 million (£19m), so he almost doubled his investment in less than 10 years. How's that for property appreciation?

Proving that some parts of the world really do offer far more bang for your buck, Johnny Depp’s incredible French estate is worth just $5 million (£3.6m) more than Sting's penthouse and comes with its very own tiny town! Located on a sleepy hillside close to iconic Saint-Tropez, the property spans 37 acres and comes complete with a main house, guest cottages, a chapel, an art studio and a private restaurant that the Edward Scissorhands star named Café Marcheline.

According to Variety, Depp snapped up the estate in 2001 for an undisclosed sum, but then spent the next 15 years piling $10 million (£7.2m) into it, restoring the village's numerous stone structures that date back to the early 1800s. As you might expect, the charming Provençal Village definitely has its fair share of quirky additions, including a skate park and a Pirates of the Caribbean-inspired wine cave suitably kitted out with skulls.

The estate’s Bohemian-style interiors span some 13,000 square feet and there's a total of 15 bedrooms and 14 bathrooms. Rustic and cosy, every living space benefits from natural stone accents, exposed timber beams and woodburning fireplaces. There's a state-of-the-art gym, two swimming pools and a private beach. There's even a gypsy-style wagon outside, which serves as a rather quirky guest suite.

The property has been on and off the market in recent years and first came up for sale in early 2015 with an asking price of just over $25 million (£18m), but Depp re-listed it the following year for a cool €50 million, which equates to almost $60 million (£42.7m). Eventually, the movie megastar dropped the price to $55.5 million (£40m), but so far it seems like no one has bought the enchanting estate.

Formula One legend Lewis Hamilton is known for his sense of style, so it probably won't surprise you to learn that his Manhattan home is cool, contemporary and entirely unique. The British racing driver, who has won an incredible seven F1 world titles, is said to earn $55 million (£40m) a year, so this penthouse apartment in the heart of New York cost the sports star just one year's salary.

Spanning three floors, this is no ordinary apartment. Located in the sought-after neighbourhood of Tribeca, Hamilton bought the home in 2017 for $44 million (£32m) and placed it on the market in February 2020 for $57 million (£41m). At the time, it was the most expensive home on Realtor. Covering 8,908 square feet, the apartment is ultra-modern and filled with natural light. It even comes with the added benefits of 3,426 square feet of outdoor space, which is bigger than most houses!

While the main open-plan living space features a 20-foot ceiling, the custom-designed chef's kitchen is the ultimate spot for entertaining VIP guests. The apartment comes with five bedrooms, including this dreamy master suite which is an oasis of tranquillity. It offers a sitting area, a spa-like bathroom and a dressing room with windows that frame the city.

The private rooftop terrace is truly envy-inducing with a plunge pool, an outdoor kitchen and expansive city views. The apartment is located in the landmark building at 443 Greenwich, which dates back to 1882. Other notable A-list residents include Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds.

Reality TV fans will be all too aware that the Kardashians own their fair share of amazing houses, the most expensive of which belongs to Kim and her soon-to-be-ex husband, Kanye West. In fact, their impressive joint property portfolio is said to be worth nearly $100 million (£72m). In April 2021, Forbes declared Kim a billionaire, while People reported that she is keeping the house as part of the divorce settlement and will continue to live there for the foreseeable. We doubt we'd want to move out either!

During their seven-year marriage, the couple snapped up numerous homes including Monster Lake Ranch in Wyoming and a mansion in Bel Air, which famously boasted gold-plated toilets and a fridge studded with Swarovski crystals. Then, in 2014, the couple bought this lavish estate in Hidden Hills for $20 million (£14m), spending a further $20 million on renovations, in order to create a home they truly loved. Following a valuation, the pad was estimated to be worth a cool $60 million (£43m).

The success of the world's most high-profile family can be put down to one man, Ryan Seacrest, who created Keeping Up with the Kardashians back in 2007. So, it's no real surprise that the reality TV guru is now worth approximately $450 million (£327m). Seacrest's Beverly Hills home is worth even more than Kim's and hit the market in late 2020 for a staggering $85 million (£61m), after he decided to relocate to New York, where he films Live With Kelly and Ryan.

The estate was previously owned by real estate mogul, Ellen DeGeneres, and is one of the most expensive homes in the illustrious 90210 postcode. The American Idol co-host picked up the spread in 2012, paying $36.5 million (£26.3m) for the privilege. Built in 1963, the three-acre property boasts seven bedrooms and 10 bathrooms spread across 9,000 square feet of inside space. The compound is made up of a four-bedroom main house, two guesthouses, a poolhouse, a separate fitness studio and an underground garage.

Inside the main residence you'll find bright, light and open living spaces with vaulted beamed ceilings and extensive glazing. There's a formal dining room, a family room and a contemporary kitchen that opens onto an outdoor patio. Other highlights include a media room, an office and a wet bar. Many of the rooms also benefit from dreamy city or ocean views.

Every interior space has also been meticulously maintained by Seacrest, who clearly has very refined tastes. Outdoor there's plenty going on too. The home's resort-like grounds come equipped with outdoor living and dining areas, a swimming pool, a reflecting pond and manicured lawns. If you've fallen in love, then the house is still for sale right now...

With an estimated net worth of $400 million (£289m), Sylvester Stallone is no stranger to incredible homes, but none compares to this spectacular mega-mansion in the heart of Beverly Hills, California. The glitzy compound can be found inside an exclusive enclave and was custom-built by the Rocky actor in 1994. In January 2021, the Hollywood icon placed the property on the market for a staggering $110 million (£80m), before dropping the price to $85 million (£62m) making it one of the most expensive homes in American history.

Colourful and meticulously designed, the mansion spans 21,000 square feet. There are eight bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, a formal lounge, two powder rooms, a dining room, a chef's kitchen and a breakfast room. Many of the rooms boast whitewashed walls, decorated with contemporary art and movie memorabilia. Plus, thanks to the home's elevated position, almost every window benefits from unobstructed views towards Rodeo Drive. 

The modern masterpiece comes equipped with everything a movie mega-star could desire, including a luxurious screening room, a state-of-the-art gym and even a stunning cigar room that offers its own air-filtration system. Elsewhere, Stallone's master bedroom boasts a sauna, steam room and a barrel-vaulted home office with its very own balcony that offers truly jaw-dropping views.

While upstairs, the gorgeous master bedroom features a sauna, a steam room and an office with its very own terrace. The stunning all-white dressing room is the perfect private sanctuary with a plush seating area and a wall of mirrors. Who said money can't buy you everything?

There's also sunbathing patios, an air-conditioned eight-car garage, a putting green and an infinity pool overlooking the city. The Rambo star reportedly let go of the property after relocating to celebrity hot spot, Palm Beach, Florida. The Rambo star reportedly let go of the property after relocating to celebrity hot spot, Palm Beach.

The ultimate power couple, Beyoncé and Jay-Z have an incredible property portfolio, but their mega-mansion in Bel Air is perhaps their most impressive asset. After struggling to secure a pad in Los Angeles, missing out on several homes and even being out-bid by fashion designer Tom Ford, they finally found their dream home. The custom-built estate, which occupies an ultra-private hillside plot in the Santa Monica Mountains, reportedly cost the couple an enormous $88 million (£64m). 

The residence was reportedly one of LA’s most expensive property transactions of 2017 and according to the Los Angeles Times, the musical duo took out a $52.8 million (£38m) mortgage on the pad, despite the fact that Jay-Z alone is worth an eye-watering $1.4 billion (£1b). Made up of six separate structures, the colossal crib is formed from glass, steel and exquisite marbled limestone, making it perfect for one of Hollywood's most iconic couples.

The 30,000-square-foot spread offers eight bedrooms and 11 bathrooms, as well as a dramatic architectural staircase made from dark wood and Italian limestone. The floor-to-ceiling windows feature bulletproof glass and there's also a state-of-the-art security system to ensure the family can relax in complete privacy. Since moving in, Beyoncé has shared plenty of shots of the house on her Instagram channel, giving us a glimpse inside the ultra-private abode.

The home's huge two-acre garden is equally as impressive and boasts plenty of sunbathing spots as well as four swimming pools. There's also a full basketball court, a spa, standalone staff quarters and a secure garage for up to 15 vehicles. The power couple also has a $26 million (£19m) holiday home in the Hamptons, New York, and a converted church in the heart of New Orleans.

It might surprise you to learn that Irish actor, Pierce Brosnan, owns one of the most expensive celebrity homes of all time. In October 2020 the Thai-inspired, oceanfront estate landed on the real estate market. Offering an 13,000-square-foot interior and a Japanese-style spa, it has all the luxurious of a five-star resort. But despite its beauty and incredible amenities, the property languished on the market and the listing has now mysteriously disappeared. But with a $100 million (£72m) price tag, it's really no wonder...

The iconic actor certainly has as much style as his on-screen persona, James Bond. Known as Orchid House, the billionaire bolthole was built in 2010 after Brosnan purchased two lots of land for just shy of $10 million (£7.2m). Secured behind carved teak entry gates, the waterfront villa benefits from panoramic coastal views from almost every room. Chic and sophisticated, the resort-style property is finished with the finest materials for a truly exceptional finish.

With beautiful beach house offers an open-plan layout filled with natural light. Every room features wide-plank teak floors, handcrafted woodwork, scissor truss ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing the ocean outside to do all the talking. The house has five bedrooms, 14 bathrooms, a stunning chef's kitchen, a butler’s pantry and a custom-designed, temperature-controlled wine closet. Elsewhere, you'll find a gym, a recording studio and a screening room with a bar and surround sound.

Sitting on over an acre of land, the estate also offers an art studio and a two-storey pool house for VIP guests. The perfect spot for serene relaxation, the saltwater swimming pool is surrounded by landscaped grounds, while the envy-inducing spa features multiple saunas, a steam room and a plunge pool. What's more, the property also comes with 117 feet of private beachfront. Now that price tag isn't sounding so steep, is it?

Fans of Oprah Winfrey might already know that the talk show host has a seriously impressive property portfolio. Her main asset is the Promised Land estate, which is thought to be worth more than $100 million (£72m). Spanning 70 contiguous acres, the Californian compound is made up of numerous different properties, including Oprah's 23,000-square-foot neo-Georgian mansion, which boasts amazing landscaped grounds.

Oprah's love affair with the estate goes back to 2001, when she was invited to a party in the idyllic area of Montecito near Santa Barbara. She instantly fell in love with the tranquil 42-acre property and began persuading the owners, Robert and Marlene Veloz, to sell her their home. Although it wasn't on the market at the time, the couple couldn't refuse the $52 million (£38m) that Oprah offered them. The compound included the aforementioned mansion, a guesthouse and various outbuildings.

Oprah has spent years accumulating more land and properties around the estate. The Promised Land parcel now includes a 23-acre equestrian estate known as Seamair Farm and actor Jeff Bridges' former Spanish Revival home, for which Oprah paid just under $6.9 million (£5m). The latter property stuns with vaulted timber ceilings, large lattice windows and generously sized fireplaces.

Oprah certainly chose the right name for her Promised Land estate. The spread is now said to include gated equestrian facilities with stables and a tack room, at least 13 separate buildings, two pools and a tennis court. Oprah also owns a 43-acre estate on Orcas Island, Washington, a ski chalet in Telluride, Colorado, and a 100-acre ranch on the Hawaiian island of Maui.

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