The outlook for the ultra-luxury residential real estate market in 2026 is cautiously optimistic. Fueled by inherited wealth, ultra-high-net-worth international buyers, and renewed confidence at the very top of the market, demand for trophy properties remains resilient—even as pricing expectations stretch further into nine-figure territory.
Today, a $100-million-plus asking price is no longer an anomaly; it’s the threshold for inclusion among the world’s most expensive private residences available on the open market. The current global roster spans everything from a $110 million cliffside estate in Malibu once owned by Johnny Carson to a $300 million, 75-acre mountain compound outside Aspen owned by billionaires Stewart and Lynda Resnick. Altogether, the properties on this year’s list represent more than $4.1 billion in total asking price, with an eye-watering average of approximately $164 million per home.
Below, the 25 most expensive homes currently offered around the world.
25. 6962 Wildlife Road, Malibu, California — $110 Million
Once the longtime home of Johnny Carson, this four-acre Point Dume compound blends Hollywood history with modernist architecture by Ed Niles. Highlights include a screening room, wine cellar, tennis court, aviary, orchard, and a saltwater pool carved into the landscape.
24. Jumeirah Bay Villa, Dubai, U.A.E. — $114 Million
A SAOTA-designed contemporary villa with direct beach access, featuring vast entertaining spaces, dual kitchens, a spa-grade wellness center, and a subterranean garage with a hydraulic car lift.
23. Royal Palace, Doha, Qatar — $114 Million
A Versailles-inspired mansion lavishly clad in marble and gilt, complete with a grand majlis, oxygen-enriched climate systems, multiple pools, and accommodations for large-scale entertaining.
22. Villa Del Amor, Bel Air, California — $120 Million
A Moroccan-influenced estate overlooking the Bel-Air Country Club, filled with European antiques, courtyards, fountains, a private chapel, and a dramatic 130-step outdoor staircase.
21. Mies, Vaud, Switzerland — Price Upon Request (Estimated $120–125 Million)
An impeccably restored 19th-century stone mansion on Lake Geneva with a guesthouse, staff quarters, boat slip, treehouse, and manicured park-like grounds.
20. Whitney Park, Long Lake, New York — $125 Million
A once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire a 36,000-acre Adirondack legacy estate founded in the Gilded Age, complete with Great Camps, private lakes, and miles of trails.
19. Curson Terrace, Los Angeles, California — $125 Million
A newly built concrete and glass masterpiece near the Hollywood Bowl, offering panoramic city-to-ocean views, a ballroom-style garage, and museum-grade construction.
18. Rooney Circle, Aspen, Colorado — $125 Million
A secluded 53-acre Aspen compound with a main residence, guest cabins, fitness center, ponds, and rustic-luxury interiors just minutes from downtown.
17. The Lyon Estate, Coto de Caza, California — $125 Million
A 137-acre Georgian estate with equestrian facilities, a private helipad, orange groves, and a 24,000-square-foot automotive museum.
16. Central Park Tower Apex Duplex, New York, New York — $128 Million
The world’s highest duplex residence, spanning the 127th and 128th floors, with 270-degree views and access to 50,000 square feet of five-star amenities.
15. Beverly Hills Post Office Estate, California — $135 Million
An Ed Tuttle-designed contemporary compound with 27 bathrooms, a bowling alley, wellness center, safe room, and panoramic views of the entire Los Angeles Basin.
14. Villa Siena, Bel Air, California — $135 Million
A futuristic, resort-like megamansion featuring glass walls, water features, a private jazz club, rooftop pool, and immersive wellness amenities.
13. 1370 South Ocean Boulevard, Manalapan, Florida — $150 Million
A Balinese-inspired ocean-to-Intracoastal estate offered fully furnished, with soaring ceilings, multiple entertainment spaces, and nine luxury suites.
12. The Peak, Hong Kong — $154 Million
A dramatic price-adjusted mansion with park views, grand interiors, and expansive gardens at Hong Kong Island’s most prestigious elevation.
11. Raffles Crown Penthouse, Dubai, U.A.E. — $165 Million
A 77,000-plus-square-foot triplex atop Raffles The Palm, featuring a private spa wing, rooftop basketball court, and uninterrupted skyline views.
10. Casa del Ensueños, Palm Beach, Florida — $175 Million
A reimagined 1920s estate with 200 feet of Intracoastal frontage, private dock, tennis court, infinity pool, and full performing arts theater.
9. Belgrave Square Townhouse, London, U.K. — $180 Million
A Grade I–listed Regency masterpiece restored with interiors by Peter Marino, blending historic architecture with modern luxury.
8. 911 North Ocean Boulevard, Palm Beach, Florida — $185 Million
A classic oceanfront compound with pink façades, tennis court, resort-style pool, and over 250 feet of direct Atlantic frontage.
7. Shakespeare Ranch, Glenbrook, Nevada — $188 Million
An off-market Lake Tahoe estate spanning 130 acres, complete with multiple lakefront homes, equestrian facilities, and a private pier.
6. Billionaire Sky Penthouse, Dubai, U.A.E. — $204 Million
A forthcoming two-level penthouse atop a Jacob & Co.–branded tower, featuring an indoor infinity pool and jewel-inspired interiors.
5. 1491 North Ocean Boulevard, Palm Beach, Florida — $205 Million
South Florida’s most expensive listing, offering historic provenance, expansive grounds, and over 230 feet of ocean frontage.
4. Caesarea Estate, Israel — $210 Million
A palatial Mediterranean estate inspired by Baroque and Rococo design, with gold detailing, fountains, and world-class spa amenities.
3. One Hyde Park Penthouse, London, U.K. — $235 Million
A Knightsbridge icon owned by Nick Candy, featuring 18,000 square feet of polished modern luxury and five en-suite bedrooms.
2. Repulse Bay Mansion, Hong Kong — $280 Million
A record-setting single-family residence with rooftop entertaining terraces, marble interiors, and sweeping South China Sea views.
1. Little Lake Lodge, Aspen, Colorado — $300 Million
The most expensive home currently on the U.S. market: a 74-acre mountain sanctuary with river frontage, lakes, trails, and rare entitlements for future expansion.
