The Most Expensive Homes of 2025 in the U.S. – Ranking of the Year’s Largest Deals

In 2025, the U.S. luxury residential real estate market demonstrated that luxury housing remains in demand even amid hard-to-access and expensive mortgages, as well as economic uncertainty. All these challenges are not relevant for the wealthy.

The ten most expensive homes of the year were sold for prices ranging from $63 to $133 million. Almost all of the properties are private residences located on the oceanfront or in gated luxury communities. Below is a detailed ranking explaining where and exactly what buyers paid such sums for.

1. Mansion on Gordon Drive, Naples (Florida) – $133,177,500

This property topped the ranking as the most expensive deal of the year in the United States, sold in April. The house is located on the shore of the Gulf of Mexico in the prestigious Port Royal neighborhood—one of the most exclusive and expensive areas in Naples.

This is not just a house, but part of the largest beachfront complex: a plot of more than 8.5 acres with direct ocean access, a private beach, a park, and golf infrastructure. The private villa features six bedrooms and 14.5 bathrooms, with a total living area of 820 m². This territory, together with neighboring plots, forms one of the largest coastal landholdings in the country.

2. “Spelling Manor” in Holmby Hills, Los Angeles (California) – $110 million

Second place in the ranking is occupied by the famous residence known as Spelling Manor—one of the largest private homes in the United States, with a total area of 5,250 m².

The house was built in the late 1980s for the renowned television producer Aaron Spelling and his wife, where they lived and hosted guests. The mansion has more than 14 bedrooms and 27 bathrooms, and its total area exceeds that of the White House.

In 2025, the house was purchased by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and his wife. The new owners plan to convert part of the space for events and cultural discussions.

3. Mansion in Bel Air, Los Angeles (California) – $110 million

This home in the elite Bel Air neighborhood is an estate with 3,270 m² of living space, seven bedrooms, and 15 bathrooms.

The buyer was Australian businessman James Packer, known for investments across various industries ranging from entertainment to real estate.

The house had previously been sold at lower prices in 2010 and 2018, highlighting the growing demand for luxury real estate in the region.

4. Mansion on Anchorage Way, Miami (Florida) – $101.5 million

In Miami, in the prestigious Coconut Grove neighborhood, a large waterfront residence known as “Banyan Ridge” was sold in December.

The property offers 1,100 m² of living space, 13 bedrooms, and 16 bathrooms, as well as 18,200 m² of land on the shore of Biscayne Bay. The site includes several buildings, a swimming pool, a waterfall, and a private dock with a boat lift.

5. Estate on Old Harbour Rd, North Palm Beach (Florida) – $97.5 million

In December, another major Florida property was sold—a private residence located in the gated community of Lost Tree Village. This is a 1,660 m² home with direct bay access, several docks, and extensive grounds.

The property previously belonged to an heir of the Wrigley family company, known for its chewing gum production. This history makes the estate particularly interesting as a piece of collectible real estate.

6. “Green Gables” in Woodside (California) – $85 million

This property is known as the Mortimer Fleishhacker House or “Green Gables Estate”—a classic English-style estate built in the early 20th century.

The 2,230 m² residence includes 34 bedrooms and 26 bathrooms and is surrounded by gardens, Italian terraces, and swimming pools on a vast 283,000 m² plot. The estate has been used for private and public events, including receptions and even meetings at the UN level.

7. Coastal Estate in Malibu (California) – $80 million

This home on the Pacific Ocean coastline is a luxury residence with direct access to the beach.

In Malibu, such properties are especially valuable due to limited land availability, proximity to Los Angeles, and the opportunity to enjoy panoramic ocean views and privacy.

8. Home on La Gorce Circle, Miami Beach (Florida) – $74.3 million

This residence was sold in April. The house covers 1,480 m² and features nine bedrooms and 13.5 bathrooms, panoramic views of Biscayne Bay, a swimming pool, an elevator, and a large hall over 30 meters long. The previous owners used it as a vacation home rather than a permanent residence.

9. Residence on Kāhala Ave, Honolulu (Hawaii) – $65.8 million

In Honolulu, on the island of Oahu, a luxury ocean-view villa was sold. The home was recently built and includes six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and separate areas for guest houses and entertainment.

A key advantage of this property is direct access to a beachfront in a tropical climate, making it attractive both as a leisure investment and for rental purposes.

10. Mansion in Beverly Park, Beverly Hills (California) – $63.1 million

Closing the ranking is a property located in the prestigious Beverly Park neighborhood with a total area of 2,830 m².

The house was purchased by Paris Hilton and her husband after they lost their Malibu home in a fire.

The mansion includes recreation areas, a gym, a tennis court, swimming pools, and a spa area.

The year 2025 confirmed the dominance of Florida and California in the U.S. ultra-luxury real estate market: eight out of the ten most expensive deals took place in these two states. The key price drivers are unique waterfront locations, large property size, ownership history, and exclusive architectural solutions, experts at International Investment note.