Owning a beautiful home is like possessing a timeless treasure. Have you ever pondered what the most luxurious and costly houses in the world look like? Here, we present a list of the priciest residences globally. Join us as we explore these dream homes that many of us would love to call our own.
1.Antilia - Mumbai, India
This is a privately owned house, belonging to Mukesh Ambani, the Chairman & Managing Director of Reliance Industries Limited.Estimated cost ranges from $1 billion to $2 billion.
- Antilia have 27 floor located in Mumbai, India.
- The construction of Antilia started in 2004 and was completed in 2010 about 6 years of construction, with the Ambani family moving in later that year.
- Antilia is spread over 4,00,000 square Feet and is located along the Altamount Road in Cumballa Hill, Mumbai.
- The tower has three rooftop helipads, a six-floor car parking that can accommodate 168 cars, a 50-seat movie theater, three floors of hanging gardens, a yoga studio, a fitness center, a ballroom, nine elevators, a swimming pool, a spa, a health center, a temple, a snow room, and accommodations for a staff of 600.
- Also this tower is designed to withstand an earthquake of magnitude 8 on the Richter scale.
- The tower was designed by the Chicago-based architectural firm, Perkins & Will and the Santa Monica-headquartered interior design firm, Hirsch Bedner Associates.
- Nita Ambani, wife of Mukesh Ambani, was closely involved with the design and planning of Antilia.
- Each room have a unique design not look like another room.
- Antilia boasts a 570-ft height, making it taller than most buildings in the area.
2.Buckingham Palace - London, UK
Buckingham Palace is the official London residence of His Majesty The King.
- Buckingham Palace is located in the City of Westminster, London.
- The building was originally known as Buckingham House and was built in 1703 for the Duke of Buckingham.
- King George III acquired the property in 1761 for his wife, Queen Charlotte, and it became known as The Queen’s House.
- The building was enlarged in the 19th century by architects John Nash and Edward Blore, who constructed three wings around a central courtyard.
- Buckingham Palace became the London residence of the British monarch on the accession of Queen Victoria in 1837.
- Palace has a total of 775 rooms, including 19 state rooms, 52 royal and guest bedrooms, 188 staff bedrooms, 92 offices, and 78 bathrooms.
- The palace spans over 830,000 square feet.
- The building is 24 meters (79 feet) high.
- The palace’s east front, which contains the balcony where the royal family traditionally appears, was added in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
- The palace has 19 State Rooms, which are used for official occasions and are open to the public during the summer months.
- Rooms are furnished with many of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection, like paintings by Van Dyck and Canaletto, sculpture by Canova, Sevres porcelain, and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world.
3.Villa Leopolda - France
- Villa Leopolda is situated in Villefranche-sur-Mer, on the French Riviera, near Nice and Monaco.
- The villa was originally built in 1902 by King Leopold II of Belgium, hence its name, Villa Leopolda.
- It is one of the largest and most expensive private residences in the world, sprawling across approximately 50 acres of land.
- It has 8 hectares (approximately 8 football fields)
- The Villa includes19 deluxe rooms, 14 bathrooms
- Amenities lik 12 pools, helipad, massive terraces, sports courts, game room, movie theatre, vintage items, exported marble, and old-era artwork
- Originally built for King Leopold II of Belgium, later owned by Giovanni Agnelli, Edmond Safra, Lily Safra, and currently owned by Mikhail Prokhorov
4.The One - California, USA
- The One California is located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, California.it took more than 10 years to build.
- It is a skyscraper, standing at an impressive height of over 1,100 feet.
- The building boasts a sleek and modern design, Span over 3.8 acres.
- One California is a mixed-use development, comprising luxury residences, office spaces, retail outlets, and amenities with 21 bedrooms, 42 full bathrooms, and 7 half bathrooms.
- The building provides state-of-the-art office spaces equipped with modern facilities and designed for productivity and comfort.
- Residents and tenants enjoy a wide array of amenities, including a fitness center, swimming pool, spa, concierge services, and more.
- Building has quickly become an iconic landmark in the Los Angeles skyline, symbolizing the city’s progress and modernization
5.Villa Les Cèdres - France
- Villa Les Cèdres is located in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, a prestigious peninsula on the French Riviera, near Nice and Monaco.
- It was built in 1830 and was originally owned by the mayor of Villefranche-sur-Mer. It was later purchased by the Belgian King Leopold II in 1904.
- Villa has spanning approximately 35 acres of land.
- It has 14 bedrooms Olympic-sized swimming pool, detailed coffered ceilings, silk-clad walls, 12-foot tall stone fireplace, wood-paneled library with 3,000 books on flora and naturalism, panoramic views of Villefranche-sur-Mer and the town below, as well as the Alps, 25 greenhouses with approximately 14,000 plant species, man-made pond with Amazonian lily pads, and 300-year-old olive trees
6.Witanhurst - London, UK
- Witanhurst is situated in the affluent Highgate area of North London, UK.
- The mansion was built in the early 20th century, between 1913 and 1920, for soap magnate Sir Arthur Crosfield.
- Witanhurst is one of the largest private residences in London, boasting a total floor area of around 90,000 square feet (Approx)
- Amenities like 25 bedrooms with 70-foot-long ballroom, glass rotunda, underground village with a 70-foot-long swimming pool, cinema with a mezzanine, massage rooms, sauna, gym, staff quarters, and parking spaces for 25 cars
- Witanhurst is considered one of the most prestigious addresses in London, often attracting attention from wealthy individuals and celebrities seeking exclusive and luxurious living spaces in the city.
7.The Odeon Tower Penthouse - Europe
- Odeon Tower Penthouse is situated in the Monte Carlo, Monaco
- Soaring to a majestic height of 170 meters (557 feet), the Odeon Tower stands tall as a beacon of luxury and sophistication in the heart of Monte Carlo.
- Total area has not specified, but it has 259 residences, including 62 for-sale private luxury residences, 157 lower floor apartments for social housing, a restaurant, offices, and a wellness center. in more From private spas and fitness centers to exclusive concierge services, the tower offers residents an unparalleled lifestyle experience.
- Designed by the renowned architect Alexandre Giraldi, the tower’s sleek silhouette and contemporary design have garnered international acclaim.
8.Four Fairfield Pond - USA
- Four Fairfield Pond is an ultra-luxurious residential estate located in the prestigious Hamptons area of New York, USA.
- Build on 1990s
- Spanning over 62,000 square feet (main house), 110,000 square feet (including all buildings on the estate) with 29 bedrooms, 39 bathrooms, a 91-foot dining room,basketball court, squash courts, tennis courts, a bowling alley.
- The estate boasts multiple lavish residences, each exuding timeless elegance and featuring luxurious amenities, including private pools, tennis courts, and home theaters.
- Over the years, Four Fairfield Pond has been home to several notable residents, including celebrities, business moguls, and influential personalities, adding to its allure and exclusivity.
9.Kensington Palace Gardens - UK
- Kensington Palace Gardens, located in London, United Kingdom, is one of the most exclusive and sought-after addresses in the world, boasting a rich history dating back to the 17th century.
- Kensington Palace Gardens is a private garden square reserved for residents of the surrounding mansions, offering a serene and picturesque retreat in the heart of the bustling city.
- Originally called The Queen’s Road, after that renamed Kensington Palace Gardens around 1870 , Built from the 1840s onward on part of the grounds of Kensington Palace
- Freehold still belongs to the Crown Estate
- Location of the London Cage, the British government MI19 centre used during the Second World War and the Cold War also several foreign diplomatic missions are located along it.
10.One Hyde Park Penthouse - UK
- The One Hyde Park Penthouse, located in the heart of London, United Kingdom, is renowned as one of the most prestigious and luxurious residential properties in the world.
- Situated in the upscale Knightsbridge neighborhood, the penthouse offers unrivaled views of Hyde Park and the London skyline, with easy access to exclusive shopping, dining, and cultural attractions.
- Build on January 2007 – March 2009 and its span over 385,000 sq ft (35,800 m2)
- 86 residential properties, with prices starting at around £15 million, and penthouses selling for almost £200 million
- Three retail units are in penthouse: Rolex, McLaren Automotive, and Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank
