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 (£32m) in total. Now Forbes estimates his net worth at around $850million (£614m), and the star definitely has the stunning property portfolio to match his means...

Already the owner of a $23 million (£16.6m) mansion in LA's Brentwood neighbourhood, in 2020 LeBron James splashed out $36.8 million (£26.6m) 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. 

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 the first-ever NBA player to sign two contracts worth over $200 million (£144.5m), he will earn an average of $54 million (£39m) 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 (£22.4m), 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. 

With multiple wings inside, out back the garden features a swimming pool surrounded by a generous patio and a poolside cabana with a fireplace and built-in bbq. Additionally, there's a small guesthouse 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 (£36m) contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He married supermodel Gisele Bündchen in 2009 after they met on a blind date. Now the power couple have an estimated joint net worth of $650 million (£470m) and have invested in some serious property. 

In December 2020, NFL star Tom Brady splashed out $17 million 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 he asked him to judge the Miss USA pageant, so the family friends can catch up now they are neighbours. 

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 luxury home, Tom and his supermodel wife Gisele plan 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 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. The couple were recently spotted touring the home, maybe finalising their design plans for a bigger and better property. 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 the legendary architect Richard Landry that the Brady/Bündchens created in an incredibly exclusive part of Massachusetts. Located opposite a swanky country club, the house was surrounded by a five-acre plot of land and the finished house was 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. They sold the house for $33 million when they made the move 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 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 $1.6 billion ($1.2b) 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 (1.4m) 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 (£21m) and most recently was priced at $14.9 million (£10.8). With Jordan still reportedly paying over $100,000 (£72k) 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. Due to turn 40 at the end of September, 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 wed her partner Alexis Ohanian. Today, with a net worth of $240 million (£173,4m), 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 (£5.8m) 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. 

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 (£870m) after his fight with YouTuber Logan Paul earned him $100 million (£72m) alone. 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 (£13m) 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 utilise. 

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 had become plagued with shoulder pain after an injury and surgery, and was banned for 15 months from playing the sport 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 and has a reported net worth of $325 million (£234m).

Not long after announcing her retirement from pro tennis, Maria Sharapova splashed out $8.6 million (£6.2m) 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 located 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. 

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. Known as Shaq, he played for 19 seasons over six teams, which included the Los Angeles Lakers, for whom he won three NBA championships. Now a multi-millionaire, the sportsman is a minority owner of the Sacramento Kings and also has significant other investments in Vitaminwater, Lyft and Ring, bringing his net worth to a reported $400 million (£289m). 

Having put the home on the market in 2018 for $28 million (£20.2m), Shaquille seems to be one of the many stars who is struggling to sell up, with the home still being on the market today at a reduced price of $16.5 million (£11.9m). After failing to shift the home, 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 new landscaping outside.

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 (£325m) 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 (£253m), he is still snapping up 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 that's 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. 

Iconic footballer Cristiano Ronaldo broke records in 2003 when he was signed by Manchester United for $16.6 million (£12.2m) at just 18-years-old. Now 18 years later, the footballer will once again wear his iconic number seven shirt for the team, after moving from Juventus in a $17.9 million (£12.9m) deal, back to Manchester United. With reports suggesting he could earn up to $705,000 (£510k) a week at his old club, it will only boost his already $120 million (£86.7m) fortune. 

After flying in by private jet ahead of his Manchester United return, Cristiano has just set up home in this multi-million dollar mansion in Cheshire, UK. Settling into his new digs, the footballer will be joined by his partner Georgina Rodríguez and four children. The star is required to quarantine in the mansion for five days before heading to his new training ground to meet his teammates, but it has not been reported if the young family will make it their permanent new home. 

Located in tranquil countryside, the new home is the perfect place to quarantine. The super-luxury 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 in New York City. 

The five-bedroom, six-bathroom home, which also includes a separate detached two-bed annexe, is perfect for a big family. 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 needs some alone time, Cristiano can 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. It's sure to keep the footballer and his family entertained for quarantine and beyond. 

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