Florida is known for its gorgeous weather, spectacular beaches and luxurious waterfront real estate. The state is home to 18.8 million people and nearly 1000 more move here every day including celebrities, athletes and statesmen. Many of them build customized homes that cost millions of dollars. Florida ranks highest in the nation for investable housing markets, so it’s no surprise that the most expensive homes in Florida are also some of the most expensive in the nation. If you’re looking for the best house money can buy, you’ll most likely find it here. Even if your budget doesn’t allow for the purchase of a palace, you can get some incredible design ideas from these spectacular homes. Here is the most expensive house in Florida and the five runners up.
Most Expensive
2000 S. Ocean Boulevard, Manalapan, Florida, 33462
The most expensive house in Florida is a 16 acre estate on the barrier island of Manalapan, owned by the family of deceased publisher William B. Ziff Jr. The estate includes five houses with a total of 85,000 square feet of living space. The main house is a 12-bedroom, Mediterranean-style home designed by renowned Palm Beach architect, Marion Sims Wyeth. In addition, there is a guest house with seven bedrooms, two seaside cottages and a house for the property manager. One side of the property stretches along the Atlantic Ocean and the other is situated on the Intracoastal with a dock and pier. The estate also features a PGA-standard golf area, basketball and tennis courts, Robinson Crusoe-style tree house. a bird sanctuary and a butterfly garden. The property is listed at $195 million and is the second most expensive house in the nation.
Runners Up
2. 935 Hillsboro Mile, Pompano Beach, Florida, 33062
Florida’s second most expensive home is the Le Palais Royal mansion. Construction was recently completed on this Pompano Beach home, owned by construction tycoon Robert Pereira. The mansion was inspired by the Chateau de Versailles in France and is situated between the ocean and Intracoastal with two docks. Its 60,500-square-foot living space includes 11 bedrooms and 17 bathrooms. The entry gates are gilded in 22 karat yellow gold leaf, and the home’s marble stair case accounts for $2 million of its construction cost. The 4,500 square foot swimming pool includes a swim up bar, six waterfalls and a slide. A glass bottomed hot tub is suspended over it. There’s also an underground garage with capacity for 30 cars. Other luxuries include a 3,000 bottle wine cellar, a night club, bowling alley, ice skating rink, IMAX cinema and putting green. Le Palais Royal listed at $159 million and is third place in the nation’s most expensive homes.
3. 6121 Kirkstone Lane, Windermere, Florida, 34786
At third place on Florida’s list of exorbitantly priced residences is the Versailles House in Windermere, owned by Westgate Resorts founder David Siegel. The 90,000 square foot home boasts 13 bedrooms and 23 bathrooms. It rests on the shores of a Lake Butler peninsula and features an 80 foot waterfall. The estate includes two theaters, three swimming pools, a bowling alley, roller rink, arcade, tennis courts and a baseball field. The home originally listed at $75 million but was incomplete at that time. Construction has since resumed, and the price for the completed project is $100 million. Versailles House is the fourth most expensive house in the country.
4. 1116 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
The Versace House is a South Beach mansion built in the 1930’s along the Atlantic Ocean. A two-story addition was built on in 1992, bringing it to 23,462 square feet. The home features 10 bedrooms and 11 baths with hand painted walls and ceiling frescoes. Its 54 foot pool is embellished with mosaic tiles. The home ties with the Versailles House as the third most expensive house in Florida based on its list price of $100 million, but it later ended up in a bankruptcy auction.
5. 1220 South Ocean Boulevard, Palm Beach, Florida, 33480
The fifth most expensive home in the Sunshine State is a French inspired estate located on Billionaire’s Row in Palm Beach. Its 20,000 square feet of living space includes 9 bedrooms and 17 baths. In addition, there are 7000 square feet of loggias, garages and a guest house. The home features crown molding, marble and wood floors and an intricately detailed front door. Decorative iron gates guard the entry to the property and sculptured gardens and fountains adorn the grounds. The estate is situated on the Intracoastal with its own dock. It originally listed at $84 million but was later reduced to $74 million.
6. 382 South Beach Road, Hobe Sound, Florida, 33466
Coming in at sixth place on Florida’s list of most pricey homes is golf pro, Greg Norman’s, estate on Jupiter Island. The gated property is bordered by the ocean on one side and the Intracoastal on the other. It includes seven buildings that provide approximately 26,000 square feet of living space. The four bedroom, seven and a half bath, main house was built in 1902 and features vaulted wood ceilings, fireplaces, a game room, theater, wet bar and library. A spacious master suite adjoins to his and her bathrooms. In addition, a two bedroom guest cottage is located along the ocean front. A Polynesian style grill house and cabana bath are located by the resort style heated pool and spa. Other amenities include a state-of-the-art gym, tennis courts and putting green. The estate is listed at $55 million.
2 Point Highlight
Florida is known for its gorgeous weather, spectacular beaches and luxurious waterfront real estate.
Even if your budget doesn’t allow for the purchase of a palace, you can get some incredible design ideas from these spectacular homes.
