1. Buckingham Palace, United Kingdom ($4.9 billion)
Buckingham Palace, the residence of the British Royal Family, is valued at a staggering $4.9 billion. With 240 bedrooms, a swimming pool, and a doctor’s surgery, it’s not just a home but a symbol of British heritage. Spanning 77,000 square meters, it’s also one of the largest houses globally.
2. Antilia, India ($2 billion)
Owned by India’s richest person, Mukesh Ambani, Antilia is a 400,000-square-foot skyscraper in Mumbai. With 27 floors, each having double-height ceilings, it’s designed to withstand earthquakes. The residence boasts six floors for parking, a temple, luxurious guest suites, three helipads, and even a snow room.
3. Villa Leopolda, France ($750 million)
Located between Monaco and Nice, Villa Leopolda is Europe’s most expensive private residence. With a history tracing back to King Leopold II of Belgium, it offers 80,000 square feet of luxury, including a massive swimming pool and gardens maintained by over 50 gardeners.
4. Villa Les Cèdres, France ($450 million)
This historic mansion in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat was once owned by King Leopold II of Belgium. Spanning 35 acres, it boasts an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a ballroom, and stables for up to 30 horses.
5. Les Palais Bulles, France ($420 million)
Also known as the Bubble Palace, this unique property near Cannes is shaped like a terracotta-colored bubble. Designed by Hungarian architect Antti Lovag, it features ten suites decorated by different contemporary artists and an open-air 500-seat amphitheater.
6. The Odeon Tower Penthouse, Monaco ($330 million)
This luxurious penthouse offers breathtaking views across Monaco. Located atop a 560ft skyscraper, it boasts a 360-degree infinity pool and a private water slide.
7. Four Fairfield Pond, United States ($250 million)
Located in the Hamptons, this Italian Renaissance–style home offers 63 acres of beachfront property. With 18 bathrooms, 21 bedrooms, three swimming pools, and a 164-seat theater, it’s a symbol of opulence.
8. 18-19 Kensington Gardens, United Kingdom ($222 million)
Located in one of the UK’s most elite streets, this neo-Georgian mansion underwent years of restoration. It boasts traditional charm, manicured gardens, and amenities like a hairdressing salon and an indoor swimming pool.
9. Beyoncé & Jay Z's Malibu Mansion, United States ($200 million)
Owned by the power couple Jay-Z and Beyoncé, this architectural marvel offers 30,000 square feet of luxury. Designed by Japanese architect Tadao Ando, it features enormous hallways and manicured lawns.
10. Ellison Estate, United States ($200 million)
Owned by billionaire Larry Ellison, this Japanese-style estate in Woodside, California, is a waterfront marvel. It’s a collection of houses with a man-made lake, a tea house, and a bathhouse.