Post the most expensive house in your area

[southerner]

Everyone loves a good spin off :p

[andy's di]

I did a search for my city and came up with 45 $1M plus listings - the most expensive of which is this $19M Parcel of land (http://www.mls.ca/PropertyDetails.aspx?vd=&SearchURL=%3fPage%3d5%26Mode%3d0%26vs%3d1%26rlt%3d %26cp%3d%26pt%3d0%26mp%3d1000000-0-0%26mrt%3d-1-0-0%26Beds%3d0-0%26Baths%3d0-0%26f%3d%26ft%3dall%26o%3dA%26of%3d1%26ps%3d10%26p tgid%3d1%26aid%3d6568%26MapURL%3d%253fAreaID%253d3 547&Mode=0&PropertyID=5369975)

It has a 3000 sq foot rancher on the property with potential for multi family development.

For a home alone the most expensive I could find was this $2.488M home (http://www.mls.ca/PropertyDetails.aspx?vd=&SearchURL=%3fPage%3d5%26Mode%3d0%26vs%3d1%26rlt%3d %26cp%3d%26pt%3d0%26mp%3d1000000-0-0%26mrt%3d-1-0-0%26Beds%3d0-0%26Baths%3d0-0%26f%3d%26ft%3dall%26o%3dA%26of%3d1%26ps%3d10%26p tgid%3d1%26aid%3d6568%26MapURL%3d%253fAreaID%253d3 547&Mode=0&PropertyID=5043748)

The front of the home:
http://pictures.mls.ca/mls/reb89/medres/4/v6107741.jpg

[May27JnJ]

The front of the house

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a114/jendubz/2701212_1.jpg

The back of the house

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a114/jendubz/2701212_2.jpg

:eek: $2,499,999.00 - 13,339 SQ. FT. - 6 Bedrooms - 6.4 Bathrooms

There are bigger ones, but I couldn't find them right now.

[southerner]

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a131/wcsoutherner/g405742_0.jpg

$4,900,000
5 Bed, 6 Bath
2.4 Acres

[karlatta]

There's one for $14.75 million, but there weren't any pictures, so I'll post the $6.5 million beauty instead.

Front:
http://harpictures.marketlinx.com/MediaDisplay/16/hr1555616-2.jpg

Back:
http://harpictures.marketlinx.com/MediaDisplay/16/hr1555616-13.jpg

7638 sq. ft., 4-5 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3 car garage

[Asha]

my city has very expensive homes, but in my particular neighborhood this was the priciest single family home i could find with a picture.

$849,000
http://homepics.realtor.com/image8/http/longisland/listings/large/048/1904934.jpg
www.realtor.com

[udsweetpea]

http://homepics.realtor.com/image3/http/trend/listings/large/091/4805092.jpg

Located in West Chester, PA
$10,500,000
9 beds, 11.5 baths
20,000 square feet

I love the estimated monthly mortgage payment- $53,000 :eek:

Oh how I'd love to be on the commission side of that deal!

[PinkMartini]

$1,125,000 will get you a 4/5 5,825 sq ft home

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v25/Pure14k/expensive.jpg

[aligirl]

$6.45M in ladue, mo (close to st louis)

http://pictures.cbgundaker.com/59/557859_1.jpg

http://pictures.cbgundaker.com/59/557859_4.jpg

6 bedrooms, 5 full baths and 2 .5 baths, 3.4 acres

There's one for $8M but the pics are blurry.

in my county,

$2.995M

6 bedrooms, 7 full baths + 3 .5 baths
http://pictures.cbgundaker.com/82/703582_1.jpg

http://pictures.cbgundaker.com/82/703582_2.jpg

[HeatherFL]

Where are you all finding the listings? I'm coming up with nada on Realtor.com.

[May27JnJ]

Where are you all finding the listings? I'm coming up with nada on Realtor.com.

I just use a company's website, like remax, century 21.

[MLA]

In my city:

$2,899,000
5 Bed, 8 Bath
8,819 Sq. Ft.
8 Acres

Single Family Property, Year Built: 2001, Waterview, Central air conditioning, Community swimming pool(s), Basement, Dining room, Office, Hardwood floors


http://homepics.realtor.com/image10/http/triangleareanc/listings/large/086/895934_0.jpg

http://homepics.realtor.com/image10/http/triangleareanc/listings/large/087/895934_1.jpg

http://homepics.realtor.com/image10/http/triangleareanc/listings/large/088/895934_2.jpg

[HeatherFL]

Well, on ReMax I found a piece of vacant land for $14,000,000.

I know there are some much more expensive in the area, but here's one nearby. It's $17,900,000. Seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms plus three half baths. 17,145 square feet. Bonus Room, Breakfast Room Separate, Eating Space in Kitchen, Family Room, Florida Room, Formal Dining Rm Separate, In-Law/Rental Apartment, Study/Den/Library. Multiple garages, 2 boatlifts and floating dock provide plenty of room for cars and personal watercrafts. Security gates too.

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g230/HeatherJWFL76/MISC/outside.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g230/HeatherJWFL76/MISC/outside6.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g230/HeatherJWFL76/MISC/outside2.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g230/HeatherJWFL76/MISC/outside5.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g230/HeatherJWFL76/MISC/outside4.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g230/HeatherJWFL76/MISC/outside3.jpg

[Surftraitor]

Heather FL isn't that Hulk Hogan's house? I know he moved from Tampa to Miami

[May27JnJ]

Heather FL isn't that Hulk Hogan's house? I know he moved from Tampa to Miami

OMG! That's Hulk's house!!!

[greenbunny]

This is how much school district affects price around here:

This house is so-so, in my opinion, but it's in the best school district around here. It's $6.5 million.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/agreenbunny/house1.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/agreenbunny/house1-1.jpg

This house is in the crappiest school district. (Most people living on this side of town send their kids to private school, but it still drives down the price.) This is $3.1 million.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/agreenbunny/house2.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/agreenbunny/house3.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/agreenbunny/house4.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/agreenbunny/house5.jpg

[HeatherFL]

Well, I was wondering if that was his house-which was over the bridge from Tampa in Seminole. But he moved back to Tampa Bay from Miami months ago. His house sold for $25 million, so I guess whoever bought it might be selling it for less now and they don't have it listed as Seminole. They have it listed in Belair, which isn't a big difference. Also, the market has changed so much here in the last year. Amazing they are having to ask $8 million less!

[May27JnJ]

Well, I was wondering if that was his house. But he moved back to Tampa Bay from Miami months ago. His house sold for $25 million, so I guess whoever bought it might be selling it for less now.

Yes because I know Linda would not decorate like that. ;)

[maggieb]

In Washington, DC:
http://homepics.realtor.com/image10/http/washingtondc/submit/large/042/dc6250064a.jpg

$10,600,000
With 19,000 sq ft of living space, these 4 residences offer a comfortable, convenient and elegant living situation. The original estate house is a fine example of the Colonial Revival style and the three others evoke the ethos of the Craftsman style. In all, this includes more than 18 bedrooms, 8 garage parking spaces and at least four others. PROPERTY INCLUDES 2945, 2947, 2949 & 2951 Albemarle St.


Single Family Property, Subdivision: FOREST HILLS, County: WASHINGTON, Year Built: 1992, Four or more stories, Central air conditioning, Basement, Dining room, Hardwood floors

[sheartm7]

$1,999,000
5 Bed, 5.5 Bath
6,432 Sq. Ft.
1 Acres

http://homepics.realtor.com/image8/http/mlspin/submit/large/038/70444970a.jpg

[Jenyfer9]

http://homepics.realtor.com/image3/http/chicago/listings/large/017/06410751.jpg
realtor.com (http://realtor.com/FindHome/HomeListing.asp?snum=1&mlsttl=&frm=byzip&mls=xmls&js=on&target=&ct=&st=&sbls=&stype=&zp=60526&areaid=60526&mnsqft=&fid=so&mnprice=0&mxprice=99999999&mnbed=0&mnbath=0&typ=1&poe=realtor&x=12&y=10&sid=082BA82ADFC3C&sbint=1&sblo=0&snumxlid=1076085702&lnksrc=00002)
built in 1935, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, $1,130,000

[villanelle75]

I think my county wins thus far, and I'm not even sure this was the most expensive one. For $19,250,000, you get, "This architecturally stunning contemporary residence [which] features walls of glass that accentuate unparalleled panoramic views from la jolla cove to the whitewaters of la jolla shores & beyond. 5 exceptional bedroom suites, 6 full baths plus 3 powder rooms, elevator, theatre, office, art room, 3000 bottle wine cellar. "
http://www.ziprealty.com/images_mls/SANDICOR/0/66/05/97/83/_P/066059783_P01.jpg

http://www.ziprealty.com/images_mls/SANDICOR/0/66/05/97/83/_P/066059783_P02.jpg

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http://www.ziprealty.com/images_mls/SANDICOR/0/66/05/97/83/_P/066059783_P07.jpg

[villanelle75]

Oh wait! That's pocket change compared to the one I found on another search. 6 bed, 9 1/2 bath. $50,000,000

"Spectacular ocean front estate. Situated on 120 feet of frontage, this home boasts over 10,000 square feet of luxury living. An enclave of five structures, it includes a family residence, a health spa, theater, pool, tennis court, greenhouse and two guest houses. "

http://www.ziprealty.com/images_mls/SANDICOR/0/51/04/83/92/_P/051048392_P01.jpg

http://www.ziprealty.com/images_mls/SANDICOR/0/51/04/83/92/_P/051048392_P02.jpg

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http://www.ziprealty.com/images_mls/SANDICOR/0/51/04/83/92/_P/051048392_P06.jpg

[hmbay]

Man I need to make more money. ;)

Well there are a lot more expensive houses in the Minneapolis area but if you just take my small suburb of about 5000 people in a semi-rural area this is the 2nd most expensive listing (the first includes 30 acres of land in a prime development spot so the house itself isn't worth 3 mill). I've actually been in this house at an open house this winter and actually LOVED it. If I had 2.2 million I'd buy it! ;) (FWIW the cheapest house for sale in my suburb right now is $224k)

http://edinaimages.fnistools.com/Images/Listing03/9/Large/3258285_1.jpg

http://edinaimages.fnistools.com/Images/Listing03/9/Large/3258285_4.jpg

http://edinaimages.fnistools.com/Images/Listing03/9/Large/3258285_5.jpg

http://edinaimages.fnistools.com/Images/Listing03/9/Large/3258285_7.jpg

it has its own indoor pool, a wine cellar, an office with a hidden room behind a bookcase, two kitchens, an exercise room, 3 fireplaces.

MLS REMARKS:
Nestled in a gated community on two private, treed acres abuting a 5 A common preserve, this stunning, walkout rambler boasts every amenity. Exquisite, timeless finishes. Spectacular indoor pool and spa facility. Eight heated garage stalls!

LISTING INFORMATION (Last Updated 3/5/2007 3:26 PM):
County: Hennepin
Foundation Size: 5902 Sq. Ft.
Number Bedrooms: 6
Baths (Full & Partial): 7
Year Built: 2001
Approx. Sq. Ft.: 9309
Lot Size: 2 Acres

[lauren f s]

I live in a suburb of Dallas and this was the most expensive house that came up, for $1,950,000. It's 6 bedrooms, 7.5 baths, 9,332 sq. feet, on 5 acres and comes with a 2000 sq foot barn.

http://homepics.realtor.com/image3/http/ntreis/submit/large/040/10639260a.jpg

http://homepics.realtor.com/image3/http/ntreis/submit/large/045/10639260b.jpg

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http://homepics.realtor.com/image3/http/ntreis/submit/large/060/10639260e.jpg

[andy's di]

If I look outside my neigbourhood and do a search in my regional district the most expensive house I can find is this for $15,950,000:

http://pictures.mls.ca/mls/reb89/medres/7/v619157_1.jpg

MLS Details:

Property Type: Single Family
Category: House
Property Sub-category: 2 Storey
House Style: 2 Storey
Age: 48 years
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Fireplace: Yes
Central A/C:
Pool:
Waterfront: Yes
Workshop:
Features:
Central location, Private setting, Shopping nearby, View, Waterfront, Ski hill nearby, Marina nearby, Fireplaces, Appliances Included
House Size: 4710 sqft
Lot Size: 30500 sqft

"A one of a kind "West Vancouver Waterfront Estate" situated on a spectacular 30,500 sqft (.709 acre) property with approx. 400 sqft of world-class waterfront! This amazing opportunity rarely becomes available for you to build your very own 'Seaside Mansion' on the Pointe. Featuring breathtaking views of the city, harbour, Point Grey and out along the mighty Georgia Strait to Vancouver Island. Enjoy kayaking, fishing, windsurfing, boating, water-skiing & all day ocean breezes from your doorstep."

mls.ca (http://www.mls.ca/PropertyDetails.aspx?vd=&SearchURL=%3fPage%3d21%26Mode%3d0%26vs%3d1%26rlt%3 d%26cp%3d%26pt%3d1%26mp%3d1000000-0-0%26mrt%3d-1-0-0%26Beds%3d0-0%26Baths%3d0-0%26f%3d%26ft%3dall%26o%3dA%26of%3d1%26ps%3d10%26p tgid%3d1%26aid%3d6578%26MapURL%3d%253fAreaID%253d6 578&Mode=0&PropertyID=5179072)

[phoenics]

I love this house: It's in SF...

$19+ million... can I borrow about 18.5 mil?

http://www.movoto.com/MLSImages/110/291888_0.jpg

[Phen]

I love this listing. I'm dying to know who buys this.
http://homepics.realtor.com/image8/http/northcentralms/submit/large/040/29496a.jpg

poolhouse
http://homepics.realtor.com/image8/http/northcentralms/submit/large/045/29496b.jpg

rear view and heated pool
http://homepics.realtor.com/image8/http/northcentralms/submit/large/050/29496c.jpg

Larger than the Governor's Mansion

Renovated 4-level mansion with new 3-story pool house is located between the Square and Ole Miss. At 29,000 square feet, this home is larger than the governor's mansion and is perfect for entertaining with 3 kitchens, multiple appliances, and large dining rooms. There are 9 bedrooms in its present configuration, 10 baths plus 2 half-baths, 11 gas fireplaces, 10 a/c units and chandeliers throughout the home. Both the home and the pool house have attached garages, and the pool house has an additional three a/c units. The 3-story pool house has dressing rooms, multiple bathrooms and closets, as well as a game room and sauna. The upper level of the pool house is one large room with built-ins and would be suitable to be used as a bedroom. The large pool is heated and the landscaping around the pool house is nearly complete. A new wall is being erected around the entire estate.

built in 1926, this can be yours for only $4,900,000.

~ phen

[AmandaLeigh]

I know there are more expensive homes for sale, but this was the most expensive one that came up on my search. It is a six bedroom, 25 acre estate that fronts the Potamac River.

http://homepics.realtor.com/image10/http/washingtondc/submit/large/060/fx5397724b.jpg

[sabrespa]

33,500,000
7 bedrooms
8 baths
28,780 sq ft

http://www.corcoran.com/images/media/Unitphotos/2840_1.jpg
http://www.corcoran.com/images/media/UnitPhotos/2840_2.jpg

[jnshanna]

This is the most expensive home in my zip code. This home is actually about a mile from our house.

$1,488,000
4 Bed, 4.5 Bath
4,678 Sq. Ft.

Single Family Property
Year Built: 2001
Style: Mediterranean
Master bedroom
Den
Bedroom(s) on main floor
Fireplace(s)
Fireplace features: Gas, Living room
2 car garage
Heating features: Forced air, Gas
Central air conditioning
Interior features: Master bedroom is on Main Level, Air filter/purifier(s), Built-in bookcase(s)/shelves, Central vacuum system, Intercom system, Pantry, Security features, Sound system/wiring, Tile flooring, Wet bar
Exterior features: Covered patio, Fenced, Level lot, Outdoor lights, Public sewer service, Public water supply, Second residence, ,
Exterior construction: Stucco
Roofing: Tile
Community security features
Approximate lot is 14,374 SF
Corner lot
Approximately 0.33 acre(s)
Lot size is less than 1/2 acre


http://www.rmls.com/RC2/UI/photo.asp?z=DPDOAEEWCXCQAEEMEPCRABDXDFAWDKDHDEDUAW EXDGDQDDDHDUDKAQADCD

http://www.rmls.com/RC2/UI/photo.asp?z=DPDOAEEWCXCQAEEMENCRABDXDFAWDKDHDEDUAW EXDGDQDDDHDUDKAQADCD


OMG, I would love to have this bathroom!
http://www.rmls.com/RC2/UI/photo.asp?z=DPDOAEEWCXCQAEEMEICRABDXDFAWDKDHDEDUAW EXDGDQDDDHDUDKAQADCD

[jnshanna]

OMG sabrespa, that is some house!! Look at that view!! :eek:

[LexyLou]

This is a couple towns over, but it's obviously a very elite area. It's where a lot of musicians live and Manhatten business tycoons. Rev Run from Run DMC lives here and so did Russell Simmons and Kimora Lee. My town is NOT like this at all...but it's fun to look.

$13,900,000
Style: COL
Total Rooms: 25
Bedrooms: 8
Full Baths: 8
Half Baths: 3
Basement: rec rm,staff qtrs w/kit,2 br/bth,wine rm
The ultimate estate. This magnificent stone and stucco Country French Manor features approx. 18.250 sq. ft. of luxurious living space. Located on 4.2 beautiful acres, this one-of-a-kind estate features the ultimate in design and craftsmanship. This remarkable home offers the very best in luxury: Huge gourmet chef's kitchen w/fireplace, grand reception rooms for entertaining, incredible master suite, movie theater with seating for fourteen, wine tasting room & indoor basketball court!
http://photos.njmls.com/2707841.1.jpg
http://photos.njmls.com/2707841.3.jpg
http://photos.njmls.com/2707841.5.jpg

The most expensive in my actual little bitty town
$949,000
Total Rooms: 9
Bedrooms: 5
Full Baths: 4
Half Baths: 0
Basement: FULL,UNFIN.; 9' CEILINGS
LOL it doesn't have AC

But I'm still coveting it.

http://photos.njmls.com/2645235.1.jpg
http://photos.njmls.com/2645235.2.jpg
http://photos.njmls.com/2645235.6.jpg

[Cali_Katy]

The most expensive house in my zip code is $2,195,000:

http://homepics.realtor.com/image9/http/alamedacontracosta/submit/large/008/40239608a.jpg
http://homepics.realtor.com/image9/http/alamedacontracosta/submit/large/013/40239608b.jpg

5 Bed, 5.5 Bath
5,300 Sq. Ft.
0.25 Acres

If I expand it to look in a neighboring town, we go up to $12,000,000.

http://homepics.realtor.com/image9/http/alamedacontracosta/listings/large/035/40235841.jpg

6 Bed, 6 Bath
7,650 Sq. Ft.
25.25 Acres

[kris97]

After all of the 8-digit houses, this $2.99 million hideaway is a relative bargain!

http://new.gsmls.com/media/getImage.do?mlnum=2347203&num=0

http://new.gsmls.com/media/getImage.do?mlnum=2347203&num=1

http://new.gsmls.com/media/getImage.do?mlnum=2347203&num=6

My favorite part, though, is the conservatory, which has heated ceramic floors!
http://new.gsmls.com/media/getImage.do?mlnum=2347203&num=9

Here's the virtual tour, complete with Christmas decorations. (??)
http://media.homestore.com/mls/HB2Y6WEP-5-VIRTUAL_TOUR.htm?

[kissmytiara]

Most expensive in my zip code:

http://i15.tinypic.com/2d16641.jpg

$1.3 million!!! Custom home offered by builder 2 acre estate with 6 bedrooms 6 baths and 4 gar in main house and a detached 1 car garage with workshop area and room up for private office or workroom. Seperate cabana house with kitchen and an air-conditioned sports court. zone air, builtin gun safe, gourmet kitchen,everything you can imagine in homes costing much more. Close to Fort Worth Christian school and 15 minutes from downtown Ft Worth & DFW airport.

[sublime311]

Dang! :eek: This $22,000,000 house has it's own website!!!

http://www.campbellcliffs.com/main.html

Campbell Cliffs-sited on 20 private acres overlooking all of Tucson. Featured in Architectural Digest, Dream Homes, Design & Architecture and now the cover for 21st Century House, a new book profiling the most Architecturally significant homes in the world. Lavish furnishings & extensive Art collection are included.

• More than 31,000 square feet under roof
• 25,000 square feet air conditioned.
• 24 dramatic rooms
• 1,200 square foot commercial kitchen
• 2,000 square foot staff quarters
• 6-car garage
• room to seat 300 for a formal dinner
• 3,000 square foot entertainment center
• home theater
• gymnasium
• office wing
• wine cellar
• indoor gun/archery range
• multilevel pool area
• tennis court
• two elevators
• state-of-the-art security and communications systems
• incredible luxury and superb finishing details.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

The next most expensive home (http://tucson-real-estate.brendaobrien.com/listingdetails_64566.cfm?startrow=1&&LOTSIZEMAX=0&AGE=NO&PROPERTYTYPE=NO&AREA=NO&SUBDIVISIONOPS=NO&PLANCOMM=NO&BATHROOMS=NO&CITY=NO&ADDRESSNAME=&PRICEMAX=0&ADDRESSSUFFIX=NO&SHOWLISTINGS=0&ADDRESSNUM=&SQFTMAX=0&LOTSIZEDIM=NO&SQFTMIN=0&SUBDIVISION=&PRICEMIN=1000000&SITEMEMBERSEARCHID=0&RETIRECOMM=NO&LOTSIZEMIN=0&ADDRESSDIR=NO&ZIPCODES=NO&SCHOOLDISTRICT=NO&MLSNUMBER=&BEDROOMS=NO&FEATURES=NO&GOLFCOMMUNITY=NO&SITEAGENTID=0&SAVEDSEARCHTITLE=&list_id=2627345&PageID=64565)comes in at $7,950,000.

[coquelicot]

In my zip code, and less than 2 miles from my house. It's been for sale for a long time:

$8,400,000
4 Bed, 6.5 Bath
12,114 Sq. Ft.
116.67 Acres

http://homepics.realtor.com/image10/http/middletennessee/submit/large/059/823843c.jpg

The home even has a NAME. When I first saw the name on the brick wall at street level, I thought it was a subdivision. Nope. I think they're trying to market the land for "development potential." We don't need another stinkin' subdivision. :P No pics of the inside, though. Bummer.

The #2 most expensive house for sale in my zip code is right down the street from this one ($2.5 million). That's a huge drop-off between #1 and #2. It's not a very ritzy area, it just has a lot of open farmland, and I guess a few people built their dream homes on it.

Just to give you an idea of the difference between the zip code where I live now, and where I grew up, this is the most expensive one for sale back in my "home" zip code:

$585,000
5 Bed, 4.5 Bath
5,330 Sq. Ft.
0.35 Acres

http://homepics.realtor.com/image1/http/louisville/listings/large/074/1119693.jpg

[ManteoChik]

There is actually a home listed at $8M but its still under construction so no pictures.

This is the most expensive in the area:
$2,995,000
8 Bed - 9 Full Bath - 2 1/2 Bath -
Oceanfront
Additional Features:
•Beach Access •Boardwalk to Beach •Caban •Ceiling Fan(s)
•Central Vacuum •Covered Decks •Elevator •Garage Door Opener
•Gazebo •Handicap Access •Hot Tub •Intercom
•Jet Tub •Landscaped •Outdoor Pool •Outside Lighting
•Outside Shower •Patio •Security System •Smoke Detector(s)
•Water Filter •All Window Treatments •Dryer Connection •Gas Connection •Gas Fireplace •Ice Maker Connection •Master Bath •Pantry
•Walk in Closet •Washer Connection •Wet Bar
http://www.obxmls.net/mlsm/medium_46290.jpg
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http://www.obxmls.net/mlsm/medium_46290g.jpg
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[ManteoChik]

The one posted above is the most expensive in our county.

Here's the most expensive in my actual zip code, which is pretty small and an island that is only 12 miles long.

$1,999,900
4 Bed - 6 Full Bath - 2 1/2 Bath
Soundfront
Additional Features:
•Ceiling Fan(s) •Fenced Yard •Garage Door Opener •Jet Tub
•Landscaped •Lawn Sprinklers •Outdoor Pool •Outside Shower
•Screened Porch •Smoke Detector(s) •Water Softener •Boat Ramp
•Boat Dock •Clubhouse •Gated Community •Outdoor-Comm. Tennis
•Sound Access •Board Walk •9' Ceilings •All Window Treatments
•Attic •Gas Fireplace •Master Bath •Walk in Closet
•Wet Bar
http://www.obxmls.net/mlsm/medium_48154.jpg
http://www.obxmls.net/mlsm/medium_48154f.jpg
http://www.obxmls.net/mlsm/medium_48154g.jpg
http://www.obxmls.net/mlsm/medium_48154h.jpg
http://www.obxmls.net/mlsm/medium_48154a.jpg
http://www.obxmls.net/mlsm/medium_48154d.jpg

[krbb]

Here is the most expensive in my city in south east Ohio.

http://www.sibcycline.com/RetsPhotos/CIN/999609_1.jpg

$ 1,799,000
6 Rooms, 5 Beds
6/3 Full/Half Bath
on 6 acres

I think the kitchen could be nicer for 1.8 million dollar home.
http://www.sibcycline.com/RetsPhotos/CIN/999609_5.jpg

[AttyGrl74]

You guys, PLEASE stop posting photos of my house on the internet, kthx. :P

[SiValleySteph]

For a scant $16 million, you can buy Larry Ellison's Atherton estate, complete with own website:

http://www.larryellisonathertonestate.com/

On a huge 1.78 acres.

When he put it on the market in 2005, it was listed at $25 million. Guess the market has dropped some?

Larry Ellison is the Oracle guy, BTW, 9th richest American in 2005, don't know about last year.

[mamax2]

This one's not too far away:

http://www.holidayoc.com/sales/listings/images/424285.jpg

Virtual Tour (http://www.mouseonhouse.com/Property/23/2051/)

Just $4.99M, which is, apparently, a steal!!!

[mindy75]

This is the most expensive home in my zip code. It actually isn't too far from my house. I'm thinking it currently belongs to a country music star, but I can't remember who. This house is in a fairly rural area. New construction in a subdivision on a golf course in my zip goes from $500,000 to just under $2 million.

http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n253/mindy75/810946.jpg

$2,150,000
5 Bed, 5 Bath
8,000 Sq. Ft.
48 Acres
Built in 1999

[Kimberland30]

Here's one in our city listed at $24.5 Million.
8 bedroom
7 full baths
4 half baths
4 stories
21,000 SF
3 fireplaces
Deep water access
Separate guest house

I had to link the picture because it's copywrited.

Big Damn House (http://www.hrmls.com/dejaager/cgi-bin/aa.fcgi?+YjI0ZGUzMzEyZGU2MzE5YzA3YTdjMzRmMTIwNWYxM WMSlI0iZbI78etCOGgMJqrxLfRnVte4iAPGr2jKXbZEtSKpJs% 2fTTjPtS+aNynw1c0qMPrECM3H4VQ%3d%3d)

[pelican75]

Geez, I live in a relatively cheap zip code!

http://www.latterandblum.com/rl/listings/listingphoto/NOLAMLS/978/672770.jpg

Price $565,000.00
Age 100
Living Area 2834 sq. ft (approx)
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half

[LittleFredPunkinHead]

The most expensive house where we're moving to next month is a "Stately stone 6 bedroom, 5.5 bath English manor" with a private beach, listed at $5.9 million. I could go for a private beach, but what's the deal, they expect someone to manage with only a half bath? Horrors! ;)

[KeliAnn]

Just in our zip code ...

$1,375,000
http://homepics.realtor.com/image9/http/greenville/listings/large/049/1126342.jpg

[chefker]

There's a local landmark for sale for a mere $6.5 million--the Winchell Smith mansion, called Millstream (http://www.sothebysrealty.com/PropertyDetails.aspx?R=104058005&N=12+4294967274+4294967219+4294966730&No=-1&PSeq=0).

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y49/chefker/ext_front2.jpg

12,000 square feet, 28 rooms, guest house, etc.

Check out the main website (http://www.millstreams.com) for a tour of the whole house. Not my preferred style of decor, esp. in the living room & dining room. It looks like Marie Antoinette threw up everywhere in there. ;)

$2.6 million will buy you this (http://www.realtor.com/FindHome/HomeListing.asp?snum=324&frm=byzip&mnbed=0&mnbath=0&mnprice=0&mxprice=99999999&js=off&fid=so&mnsqft=&mls=xmls&vtsort=&typ=1&poe=realtor&zp=06001&zp=06032&zp=06070&sid=08349D3AF942C&pgnum=33&snumxlid=1069594538&lnksrc=00001):

http://homepics.realtor.com/image1/http/hartford/listings/large/085/g438885_101.jpg

8500 sq. feet, 13 rooms. 6 BR, 6 1/2 baths.

All I can say about these two houses, with the astronomical square footage, is holy heating bill!

And this one's (http://www.realtor.com/FindHome/HomeListing.asp?snum=320&frm=byzip&mnbed=0&mnbath=0&mnprice=0&mxprice=99999999&js=off&fid=so&mnsqft=&mls=xmls&vtsort=&typ=1&poe=realtor&zp=06001&zp=06032&zp=06070&sid=08349D3AF942C&pgnum=32&snumxlid=1076920678&lnksrc=00001)just as massive. I see this one as I drive home every day--it's waaaaay up on a mountain near my house. IMO it pretty much ruins the landscape, taking over the mountain like that. :rolleyes:

http://homepics.realtor.com/image1/http/hartford/listings/large/043/g451377_101.jpg

http://homepics.realtor.com/image1/http/hartford/listings/large/099/g451377_201.jpg

Asking price is $2.2 million--9300 square feet, 5 BR, 7 1/2 baths.

[heather1029]

12,500,000

This is the most expensive house I could find in my town on realtor.com, but I hear that the crazy-expensive ones are more secret about their sales.

Here's the description given on the Long&Foster site about the house:

"Hickory Hill, Robert F. Kennedy's Home for over 50yrs, was previously owned by President and Mrs. John F. Kennedy. This handsome 19th Century residence sits on almost 6 acres w/majestic trees and rolling lawns. The residence has 12BDRMS,10.5 BATHS,12FPs, a 38ft living room, pool and pool house, tennis court and stables. "

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m67/glasgohr/expensivehouse.jpg

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m67/glasgohr/poolhouse.jpg

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m67/glasgohr/sittingroom.jpg

[cr8zyforaf]

Here is the most expensive one in my zip code:

Fabulous opporty., setting & presence. 135+ acres is package of 5 sep. deeds to incl. 3 sep.1-acre lots; stunning renovat. of manor house on 2 acres; 127 acre buildable preserv. site w/carriage house w/guest qtrs., lg.equip.gar. Historically situated encompassing a section of the Patapsco River equally dvided between woods & rolling pasture. Ag Preserv. No entry w/o appt.

5.4 million
http://photos.mris.com/nfs/photos08/1/0/3/8/5/9/10385955091_1_M.jpg

[blueskygirl]

Surprisingly, the most expensive home is actually a penthouse condo.

$5,800,000
4 bed, 4 bath

http://homepics.realtor.com/image1/http/louisville/submit/large/008/1145677a.jpg

[melnv]

$100,000,000:eek:

Here's a link to the listing. I just realized the pics are copywrited.
http://www.idxcentral.com/snar/idxsearch.cfm?idxid=hbfriend&pg=profile&mls=60023747&start=26&From_Price=3000000&To_Price=999999999&sqft=0&bed=0&bath=0&comarea=any&ptype=Single%20Family&set=any&acmin=0&acmax=99999&fl=any&Rows=25&list=45&lo=any&la=any&do=any

Square Feet: 38000
Approx. Acreage: 210.00
Stories: 3 Story
Garage: 6+
Year Built: 2000

[megc1]

Wow buccm! That looks like a hotel!

[ginadc]

Hickory Hill? Oh my god, Hickory Hill is for sale? That's just wild. I wouldn't have imagined that property would ever have gone on the market, with its history. I would have figured the Kennedys would want to keep it in the family.

Just saw the $100 million property...holy cow. What area is that in? It does look like a hotel. I can't imagine people actually living in a house like that!

[pixielou]

in the town we are buying in. . .

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t6/pixielou_house/expensivehouse.jpg?t=1175635018

a bargain at $4.8 million. . .it even comes with a tool shed for you diy'ers!

An extraordinary 16.4¿ acre estate located on a scenic country road surrounded by magnificently manicured grounds, rolling meadow, pond, and forest. The property also includes an in-ground swimming pool overlooking acres of rolling meadow land, a gambrel style three-bedroom caretaker¿s house with attached greenhouse, two-story barn with attached three bay garage, a hay barn, and a tool shed.

[akacharlotte]

More land than home
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i224/akacharlotte/indiancreek.jpg
7372 INDIAN CREEK RD
Nashville, TN 37209
MLS ID#: 834512
$7,200,000
2 Bed, 1 Bath
1,125 Sq. Ft.
412 Acres

In Nashville
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i224/akacharlotte/hillsboro.jpg
5836 HILLSBORO PK
Nashville, TN 37215
MLS ID#: 712876
$6,900,000
5 Bed, 7 Bath
11,054 Sq. Ft.
8.03 Acres
UNIQUE LODGE ESTATE W/STONE ENTRANCE, DRIVE CIRCLES KOI POND W/WATERFALL, GUEST HOUSE W/2 BR,2 BA WMINI KIT, BERMUDA PUTTING GREEN, POOL W/RAINFALL, OUTDOOR FIRE PIT, HOT TUB, OUTDOOR FP,ENTRANCE HALL W/LIMESTONE WATERFALL, 6 FP, (LIMESTONE & 3 MASONARY

Outside of Nashville in Mt. Juliet
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i224/akacharlotte/luxury.jpg
Web #: 669588
Price: $8,400,000
Bed: 4
Bath: 6.1
Living Space: 12114
Status: Active
Type: Residential
Property Taxes: 6651.00

[isaacsmommy]

In my zip code in KY (http://www.semonin.com/Listing/ListingDetail.aspx?Search=b7c7dd08-d1a2-42e9-b2fa-39c85e2e0e11&Listing=17643676&IRPAgentID=385&Image=1&First=1&Last=10&pagesize=10&SearchType=&ListingDistrictTypeID=&FirstLetter=&Sort=6&Cookies=)

Price: $2,250,000

Number Bedrooms: 5
Baths Full:5 Half:3
Year Built: 2003
Approx. Sq. Ft.: 7556
Stories: 2
Total Rooms: 15
Lot Size: 0.9 Acres

[jenahdawn]

In our area:

http://www.redata.com/100001/mls/stills/1442574ax.jpg

5 BR, 3 Full BA, 2 ¾ BA, 1 Half BA
Residential
$2,800,000

[Niobe]

Most expensive in my area comes in at an impressive $65,000,000 (http://realtor.com/FindHome/HomeListing.asp?snum=20&locallnk=yes&frm=bymap&mnbed=0&mnbath=0&mnprice=5000000&mxprice=99999999&js=off&pgnum=2&fid=so&stype=&mnsqft=&mls=xmls&areaid=574&poe=realtor&ct=San+Francisco&st=CA&sbint=&vtsort=&sorttype=&typ=1&x=90&y=7&sid=086649757992C&snumxlid=1056319548&lnksrc=00001).

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/230/464895956_2b3cb7a3af.jpg?v=0

This one is a relative steal at $25,900,000 (http://realtor.com/FindHome/HomeListing.asp?snum=19&locallnk=yes&frm=bymap&mnbed=0&mnbath=0&mnprice=5000000&mxprice=99999999&js=off&pgnum=2&fid=so&stype=&mnsqft=&mls=xmls&areaid=574&poe=realtor&ct=San+Francisco&st=CA&sbint=&vtsort=&sorttype=&typ=1&x=90&y=7&sid=086649757992C&snumxlid=1073976284&lnksrc=00001) and is just incredible.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/183/464895958_21a8095d6d.jpg?v=0

[honeygirl]

Niobe - I love that the estimated monthly payment for that first house is $328,675. ;)

[ptcrn]

There aren't too many expensive properties in Maine this week, I guess. :rolleyes: I know I've seen many more expensive ones than this! This is in the town next to ours.

5600 sq feet, 4 bedrooms.

$999,000
http://www.mreis.com/ListingImages/Residential/0/8/3/7/837945_201_22.jpg

http://www.mreis.com/ListingImages/Residential/0/8/3/7/837945_301_22.jpg

http://www.mreis.com/ListingImages/Residential/0/8/3/7/837945_401_22.jpg

[KitKat]

Niobe, the first house is offered for $65M without a kitchen (but a very large space for you to build one) and an incomplete/unfinished interior. So after you pay that you've got to put a bit more $$ into it before it's livable. It's just over a block away from my house, so I have watched them build this for the past few years from an empty lot.

There is another house that is going for a reported $75M less just a few houses up the street. If you live in the PH area, you will know which house it is despite the fact that the realty team is not actively marketing it.

And homes in this area of PH (where the single family houses are) are still selling like crazy!

[jbenny75]

$1,875,000
7 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms
8100 square feet
Yearly taxes: $21,461:eek:
http://idximages.eneighborhoods.com/125/48975920.jpg

No expense spared in technology, design & appointments! Gorgeous architecture, complimenting color palette, superior moldings & amenities, plus intelligence home technology & surveillance system. Located in The Vineyards , one of the most prestigious communities in * County! Spellbinding spiral staircases in foyer to upper and lower levels. Roman arches surround the elegant formal dining room. Soaring great room reveals architectural windows around marble fireplace & decorative tray ceiling. Gourmet kitchen features butler s pantry, entertaining serving bar, solarium style breakfast room, stunning Ernst custom cherry cabinetry beautifully embellished and accentuated by granite countertops and tile backsplash, elongated cooking island, plus all stainless steel premiere Viking appliances. LL complete with wet bar, billiard/rec. room enjoys marble fireplace, wired theatre room, & in-law quarters. Grand master suite with Country Club dressing/walk-in closet and etched porcelain tile in super bath.

[LeslieandPaul]

Niobe - I love that the estimated monthly payment for that first house is $328,675. ;)


I was going to post the exact same thing!

I have a few. The area I live in spans several cities
Kinda close by
12.5 mil, langley (http://www.mls.ca/PropertyDetails.aspx?vd=&SearchURL=%3fPage%3d43%26Mode%3d0%26vs%3d1%26rlt%3 d%26cp%3d%26pt%3d1%26mp%3d1000000-0-0%26mrt%3d-1-0-0%26Beds%3d0-0%26Baths%3d0-0%26f%3d%26ft%3dall%26o%3dA%26of%3d1%26ps%3d10%26p tgid%3d1%26aid%3d749%26MapURL%3d%253fAreaID%253d62 42&Mode=0&PropertyID=5169377)
Had to post this one b.c of the outrageous size
9.9mil, east lower mainland, 45000 sq ft (http://www.mls.ca/PropertyDetails.aspx?vd=&SearchURL=%3fPage%3d43%26Mode%3d0%26vs%3d1%26rlt%3 d%26cp%3d%26pt%3d1%26mp%3d1000000-0-0%26mrt%3d-1-0-0%26Beds%3d0-0%26Baths%3d0-0%26f%3d%26ft%3dall%26o%3dA%26of%3d1%26ps%3d10%26p tgid%3d1%26aid%3d749%26MapURL%3d%253fAreaID%253d62 42&Mode=0&PropertyID=5169377)
about an hour away
16mil, West Van (http://www.mls.ca/PropertyDetails.aspx?vd=&SearchURL=%3fPage%3d6%26Mode%3d0%26vs%3d1%26rlt%3d %26cp%3d%26pt%3d1%26mp%3d0-0-0%26mrt%3d-1-0-0%26Beds%3d0-0%26Baths%3d0-0%26f%3d%26ft%3dall%26o%3dA%26of%3d1%26ps%3d50%26p tgid%3d1%26aid%3d6578%26MapURL%3d%253fAreaID%253d3 547&Mode=0&PropertyID=5179072)
12 mil, in the city (http://www.mls.ca/PropertyDetails.aspx?vd=&SearchURL=%3fPage%3d7%26Mode%3d0%26vs%3d1%26rlt%3d %26cp%3d%26pt%3d1%26mp%3d1000000-0-0%26mrt%3d-1-0-0%26Beds%3d0-0%26Baths%3d0-0%26f%3d%26ft%3dall%26o%3dA%26of%3d1%26ps%3d50%26p tgid%3d1%26aid%3d6577%26MapURL%3d%253fAreaID%253d3 547&Mode=0&PropertyID=4944494)

[beachlvr]

Well, I just found out that two houses one street over from me are both listed at 1,050,000!!!!!!

Most expensive in my city:

$1,899,900
4 Bed, 3.5 Bath
3,850 Sq. Ft.
0.37 Acres

http://homepics.realtor.com/image9/http/alamedacontracosta/listings/large/056/40236991.jpg

This is the next town over, and is much nicer for almost the same price

$1,999,000
4 Bed, 4 Bath
4,500 Sq. Ft.

http://homepics.realtor.com/image2/http/sanjose/listings/large/015/705481.jpg

[ivansbabe]

This is the most expensive $40,000,000. It's been for sale awhile, there are only so many microsoft millionaires :rolleyes:

http://dist-cache.windermere.com/pics7/ImageStore.dll?id=9F3A7FA36B1DA8F1&w=400&h=300&rev=0&bg=FFFFFF

http://dist-cache.windermere.com/pics7/ImageStore.dll?id=1F3A7E2469B52156&w=400&h=300&rev=0&bg=FFFFFF

http://dist-cache.windermere.com/pics7/ImageStore.dll?id=B598D7CE49B70A14&w=400&h=300&rev=0&bg=FFFFFF

http://dist-cache.windermere.com/pics7/ImageStore.dll?id=1D30F5D4C315220C&w=400&h=300&rev=0&bg=FFFFFF

[kalogrias]

It's hard for foreigners to own property here in Seoul, but this is the most expensive rental I could find in my neighborhood -- it's $25,000/month, unfurnished, no washer or dryer provided, no dishwasher, nothing but internet and cable.

http://www.nicerent.com/mn_img_house/Dongbinggo-dong/Embassy%20Place/314/1.jpg

ETA: That's $300,000/year!

[AusAshMommy]

Southeastern Shores of NC...

http://homepics.realtor.com/image1/http/wilmington/listings/large/083/3765251.jpg

4 Bed, 4 Bath
$10,000,000
Built: 1969
4901 - 5000 Sq Feet

Single Family Property
Area: Wilmington
County: New Hanover
Year Built: 1969
4 total bedroom(s)
4 total bath(s)
3 total full bath(s)
2 total half bath(s)
12 total rooms
Single story
Type: Approximately 4901-5000 sq. ft.
Style: Ranch home
Master bedroom
Dining room
Master bedroom is 18X18
Living room is 18X17
Dining room is 18X18
Kitchen is 15X15
Hardwood floors
Fireplace(s)
Swimming pool(s)
Garage
Attached parking
Heating features: Electric
Central air conditioning
Interior features: Master bedroom is downstairs, Formal dining room, Attic storage, Attic, Carpet, Ceramic tile flooring
Exterior features: Public sewer service, Public water supply, In-ground swimming pool
Exterior construction: Brick, Frame, Brick/veneer, Slab foundation
Roofing: Shingle
Approximately 35 acre(s)
Lot size is 20 or more acres
Trade/exchange considered
Elementary School: Blair
Middle School: Myrtle Grove
High School: Ashley

Ironic - The kids who live here, feed into the same HS where our kids will attend HS if we're still in the same house we're getting ready to purchase...sais something there...no far from cheaper real estate...its literally 15 mins from our door...

[justHB]

This one is a relative steal at $25,900,000 (http://realtor.com/FindHome/HomeListing.asp?snum=19&locallnk=yes&frm=bymap&mnbed=0&mnbath=0&mnprice=5000000&mxprice=99999999&js=off&pgnum=2&fid=so&stype=&mnsqft=&mls=xmls&areaid=574&poe=realtor&ct=San+Francisco&st=CA&sbint=&vtsort=&sorttype=&typ=1&x=90&y=7&sid=086649757992C&snumxlid=1073976284&lnksrc=00001) and is just incredible.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/183/464895958_21a8095d6d.jpg?v=0This house has been on the market *forever* and a day. I remember reading an article about it not too long ago that talked about what a problem it was going to be to actually sell it. I think it has major structural issues.

[Amuse Bouche]

In my area -- $125,000,000 --12 BR, 15 Ba, + guest house on 5.01 acres

http://imgprd.nrtwebservices.com/California/properties/JPG_Main_White/a79/7ef61b13-213f-4647-82ec-86d400797a79.JPG
http://imgprd.nrtwebservices.com/California/properties/JPG_Main_White/36f/14c00871-afa5-4292-9f56-d166c265436f.JPG

My zip code is much more reasonable -- there aren't a lot of single family homes, period -- this one goes for $2.4 million, and is 4 BR, 4 Ba.

http://imgprd.nrtwebservices.com/California/properties/JPG_Main_White/3f8/c6a060d3-e5f2-405a-b56f-e17bc17a63f8.JPG

And this is in my parents' town (about 15 miles away from us, on the "cheap" side of town for LA) - $52 million,Bedrooms: 15 Bathrooms: 19 Full
Apprx. Sq. Feet: 31415
http://imgprd.nrtwebservices.com/California/properties/JPG_Main_White/504/8aaac9d6-df43-464c-806a-c94bd9586504.JPG
[img]

[Oakley]

This is a fun thread!

I live in Orlando and here's what I found:
http://homepics.realtor.com/image1/http/orlando/listings/large/043/o4753151_101.jpg

$6,400,000
5 Bed, 7 Bath
8,089 Sq. Ft.


So...I just put in West Palm Beach (where we used to live) and I found this. Either it's on a REALLY great piece of waterfront property or it's a typo!

http://homepics.realtor.com/image10/http/westpalmbeach/listings/large/021/r2790297_1.jpg
$26,000,000
4 Bed, 2 Bath
1,762 Sq. Ft.

[Jessica]

For only 24 million you can buy Russell Simmon's classy house (http://www.njmls.com/cf/details.cfm?mls_number=2709885&id=999999)!

http://photos.njmls.com/2709885.1.jpg

So tasteful...love the lion head fireplace
http://photos.njmls.com/2709885.3.jpg

[screetch]

Here's the most expensive house in my zip--

http://homepics.realtor.com/image2/http/fortwayne/listings/large/013/2513704.jpg

$1,799,000, 6948 sf, 1.9 acres

It's been on the market forever, at least 2 years. Funny, I didn't even realize where it was until recently.... it's about a mile from my house and I pass by it all the time on the way to DS's school. It's in a subdivision that has a cheesy, 80s-ish looking sign (and rather unassuming name, Sunset Lakes). I noticed that the little "lake" (more like large pond) had some motorized boats on it and I was curious about the 'hood so I checked it out (most neghborhoods around here allow only paddle boats, if anything). Was totally surprised to see all these monster-sized homes on roving lots!

[ABirney]

OK... you guys are going to laugh at me. We live in a very rural area (eastern South Dakota.) DH and I live in a town of about 350. There were 4 houses listed on Realor.com for sale in our town. The most expensive was $92,900 but there was no picture available. I think it's the one they just built on the edge of town, it's just over 1000 sq. feet (about the size of our house.)
Here's the listing for the 2nd most expensive house in town:
local house (http://homes.realtor.com/search/listingdetail.aspx?zp=57241&typ=7&sid=d8ba88615b7246e1b024b4505b693bad&lid=1081250687&lsn=3&srcnt=4)
If I search in the larger town 20 miles from us (population 20,000) where alot of us work (DH and I included) this is the most expensive house:
bigger house (http://homes.realtor.com/search/listingdetail.aspx?zp=57201&typ=7&sid=b122950c5e374ade9bfbc945603632b9&sdir=0&sby=2&lid=1075732443&lsn=2&srcnt=238#Detail)

I'm sure if I searched in the largest local town I'd find something over a mil but that's about 90 miles away.

[Etoile]

6.9 Mil in Longmont, CO (http://www.coloproperty.com/index.cfm?&Action=ShowFrameSet&GotoApp=Listings&GotoAction=ListingStep1)
5.5 Mil in Longmont (http://www.coloproperty.com/index.cfm?&Action=ShowFrameSet&GotoApp=Listings&GotoAction=ListingStep1)

We live about 20 minutes outside of Boulder, CO which is a wealthy area...
and surprisingly this was the most expensive listing I found
5.5 Mil (http://www.coloproperty.com/index.cfm?&Action=ShowFrameSet&GotoApp=Listings&GotoAction=ListingStep1)

[Rosebud]

Most expensive house within 15 minutes drive from me:

$8,360,000
5 Beds, 6.50 Baths
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/bhhouse.jpg
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/bhhouse2.jpg
Reminiscent of old world Hollywood. Gated magnificent Med on one of the most desirable street of flats of Beverly Hills. Completely renovated & expanded in 2003, this spectacular home has its original charm and details. large master w/his & hrs bathrooms, Paneled library,gourmet kitchen w/ extended family room & marble fireplace , sunken living room w/ vaulted ceilings & hardwood floors,large app.18600+ sqft lot with large grassy yard, pool, thx theater/guests, are the highlights of this fabulous hm.

[jenji]

Knoxville, TN

$4,495,000 - 9,141 SqFt home on 5 acres of land on the lake
6 BR, 7 Bath, 4 car garage, barn, etc.
http://homepics.realtor.com/image8/http/knoxville/listings/large/013/471391.jpg
http://homepics.realtor.com/image8/http/knoxville/listings/large/090/471391b.jpg

from Realtor.com

[Chelsea524]

In my zip:
$699,000
http://photo.wfrmls.com/280x210/674183.jpg

Same city, different zip:
$7,999,000
http://photo.wfrmls.com/280x210/667386.jpg

[DianeCourt]

I live in a northwest suburb of Detroit. This lakefront is listed for $4,000,000:

http://homepics.realtor.com/image10/http/detroit/listings/large/092/27080749.jpg

http://homepics.realtor.com/image10/http/detroit/listings/large/099/27080749e.jpg

The housing market around here is in the tank.

[smurf]

In my ZIP code:
This 3800 sq. ft. home is located on 10 acres and is listed for $750,000
http://ntreisphotos.ntreis.net/media/08/hr2372308-16.jpg

[Bloomwood]

In my ZIP code:
$7,975,000
4635 sq ft.
http://imgprd.nrtwebservices.com/California/properties/JPG_Main_White/c04/d2baf736-ab38-4bcc-ac6e-19200902ac04.JPG
This Home sits on a Large Level Meadow featuring 4bdrm/4.5ba + Home Office. Separate 1br/1ba Guest House, Large Pool with Pool House. Former home of famous writer Martin Cruz Smith. Ultimate Privacy minutes from downtown.
(I have no idea who that "famous" writer is)

[Kristy]

The most expensive in my zip code, south side of Indianapolis.
$544,900
4 Bed, 4 Bath
4,979 Sq. Ft.
1.75 Acres

http://homes.realtor.com/search/listingdetail.aspx?zp=46217&ml=3&typ=1&sid=be04134804804626af35bc03dadaffef&pg=31&lid=1075872405&lsn=303&srcnt=303#Detail

Not digging the well water feature, though.

[Jen1098]

This is the 2nd most expensive in my zip code. The most expensive one didn't have a picture.

http://homepics.realtor.com/image3/http/trend/submit/large/045/4928420a.jpg

$1,399,000
5 Bed, 5 Bath
2.16 Acres

[lil_geek]

This is fun!

The most expensive in my area code... which is comprised of mostly farm land and trailer parks... but includes a stretch of Lake Ontario Waterfront....

http://pictures.mls.ca/mls/reb37/highres/8/76045281.jpg
$1,499,000

A BEAUTIFUL STATELY HOME, COMPRISING OF 9000 SQ FT, SET MID POINT ON 8 ACRES OF MANICURED LAWNS, WONDERFUL 150 YEAR OLD TREES AND ALMOST 600 FT OF NATURAL SHORELINE WITH LARGE CONCRETE DOCK. THE MAIN HOUSE HAS A SEPARATE 1500 SQ FT APARTMENT AND 3 GARAGE. THE FULLY FENCED AND SECURITY GATED GROUNDS BOAST A BARN, INGROUND POOL, TENNIS COURT, SHUFFLEBOARD AND SAUNA IN THE ORIGINAL ICEHOUSE.

[looty]

http://homepics.realtor.com/image1/http/stlouis/submit/large/042/655922a.jpg

$3,795,000
5 Bed, 8 Bath
7,000 Sq. Ft.
21 Acres

[{b}]

This one's $22 million

http://www.houlihanlawrence.com/vp/ListingServlet?SITE=HLAWNY&ScreenID=LISTING_DETAIL_P&EXCEEDLIMIT=null&numRecordsToShow=25&totalFound=0&cd_MLS=297280

http://www.redata.com/100018/mls/stills/297280dx.jpg
Price: $22,000,000
MLS #: 2608550
City/Town: Mamaroneck
Post Office: Larchmont
Property Type: Single Family
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms Full: 5 Half: 1

Panoramic Picture Postcard Water Views On Three Sides. Over 800 Feet Of Sea Wall Surround This Newly Renovated 6,270 Square Foot Residence With Magnificent Property and Protected Deep Water Dock- Separate Pool House w/New Baths, Beautiful Arbor, Gazebo, Terraces And Grass Tennis Court. Gymnasium In Outbuilding. Separate 2,261 Square Foot Staff Quarters.
Sch Dist: Mamaroneck
Est. Sqft: 8,531
Acreage: 4.0
Est. Taxes: $92,943
Year Built: 1951
Parking: 4+ Car Detached
Rooms: 9

Amenities:
Beach, Mooring/Dock, Pool, Tennis/Paddle Court, View, Water Access, Waterfront


Gotta love those taxes!

[EllieInGa]

http://www.wsbtv.com/news/13521777/detail.html

The link doesn't show inside pictures, but the exterior is beautiful!

[KGif]

A mere $14,000,000
Wonder what a monthly payment would be on that ... ;)


http://photos.mris.com/nfs/photos08/1/0/3/9/4/6/10394631864_3_M.jpg

" A modern day chateau; features 30X40 art gallery, indoor pool, 8 garages, 4stop elevator, geothermal heat, wide entertaining galleries, + 3BR apartment (separate security). Between Dulles Air & White House. (48HRS appointment schedule) "

[pixielou]

for all you bargain hunters. . .

i had posted this a while ago, going for $4.8 million. well after a year on the market, in mid-june they dropped their price to $3.95 million.

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t6/pixielou_house/misc%20photos%20-%20for%20cc/expensivehouse.jpg?t=1183666363

[Surftraitor]

Our zip code, $2M, 4 BR, 4 BA
1.2 acre lot

http://www.mlslistings.com/Reports/GetContents.ashx?content_type=image&ResourceID=760123&ObjectId=1&width=350&height=240

And this is the cheapest house in our zip…$689K, 2 BR, 1 BA
7500 sq foot lot
http://www.mlslistings.com/Reports/GetContents.ashx?content_type=image&ResourceID=742810&ObjectId=1&width=350&height=240

[Rosebud]

For some reason, this is the priciest that the MLS is pulling up today. That can't be right, but I'll post it anyway.

$5,195,000
6 Beds 5.50 Baths
Pacific Palisades

Gorgeous remodeled Traditional on one of the most desirable streets in the Huntington. Formal living & dining rooms off entry w/circular staircase leading to the second floor. Center-island kit off breakfast area & fam room opens to covered veranda, large pool with spa & grassy yard with good privacy. Spacious master suite w/separate library. Some ocean views from upstairs. Just blocks from Village, shops, beach, etc.

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/house-2.jpg http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/house2.jpg

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/house3.jpg http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/house4.jpg

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/house5.jpg

[MarriedaGoalie]

I love Oklahoma....

This is the most expensive...

$5,300,000
4 Bed, 3 Bath
3,600 Sq. Ft.
w/ 354 Acres of Land

http://homepics.realtor.com/image1/http/oklahomacity/listings/large/079/255826_0.jpg

$499,000
4 Bed, 3.5 Bath
4,081 Sq. Ft.
5 Acres

http://homepics.realtor.com/image1/http/oklahomacity/listings/large/031/283509_0.jpg

[Rosebud]

Anyone want to go halvsies on this place?

Bel Air - Holmby Hills
$40,000,000
33 Beds, 41 Baths

Exceptional architectural statement by Bob Ray Offenhauser. One-of-a-kind trophy estate beautifully placed on an approximate 3.2-acre promontory on one of Bel Air's most prestigious streets. Elegant detail, high ceilings, exquisite moldings, extraordinary inlaid onyx marbles, 3 living rooms, rolling lawns, mature landscaping, sunken tennis court, 5 extensive separate guest accommodations, 5 main master suites plus guest suites, wonderful terraces ... Fabulous opportunity to acquire the finest.

Rooms: Basement, Cabana, Den, Dining, Dining Area, Family, Gym, Library/Study, Living, Office, Patio Covered, Patio Open, Powder, Sauna, Service Entrance, Wine Cellar

Equipment: Barbeque, Built-Ins, Cable, Dishwasher, Dryer, Elevator, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Fan, Intercom, Microwave, Phone System, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Satellite, Washer

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/house2-1.jpg

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/house-3.jpg

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/house3-1.jpg

[meatpie]

LA is silly. Just plain silly. Imagine what it would cost to re-paint that place!!

Rosebud - are you preggos?!?! Congrats!!! I have a Feb. baby. It's a wonderful time to be pregant in LA (with the exception of the sober holiday period.)

[maniach]

The most expensive one in Jacksonville is $9,900,000, but they only have a picture of the gate to get into the property. There's one in Ponte Vedra (right down the road, on the beach) that is $12,000,000, though. I'm actually kind of surprised. I would have thought that houses on the river and beach would have exceeded that.

This is second most:
http://homepics.realtor.com/image9/http/daytonabeacharea/listings/large/033/v01/455030a.jpg

"Located in Jacksonville. Voted as Jax Magazine`s Top 25 Homes. Exquisite and lavishly detailed Riverfront Estate with spectacular river views from all rooms (approval of dock on-hand). All brick, hand cut and fired (Flemish Bond) superior quality & construction. Gated and Walled one of a kind estate. Room measurements are approx."

$6,200,000 5/3.5, 9900 SF

I've been thinking of moving lately, but after looking at the "Post the Least Expensive House in your Neighborhood" thread and at this one, I don't know if that's so wise...

[ks_piper]

http://www.thecarnahangroup.com/ShowResidentialImage.aspx?lr_pk=729ab7d8-c910-43ab-ac74-5538cbbb9507&Width=320&PictureNumber=1

1.8 million

MAGNIFICENT 1 1/2 STORY HOME ON LARGE CORNER LOT COMPLETE WITH CIRCLE DRIVE, 3 CAR ATTACHED SIDELOAD GARAGE, 4 CAR DETACHED GARAGE, NEW SHAKE ROOF, INGROUND POOL, POOL HOUSE, AND BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPING. THIS IMMACULATE HOME ALSO FEATURES HARDWOOD FLOORS, MAIN FLOOR MASTER, GORGEOUS GOURMET KITCHEN WITH UPGRADED APPLIANCES, TONS OF WINDOWS FOR THAT ADDED NATURAL LIGHT, SENSATIONAL WOODWORK, FULL FINISHED BASEMENT WITH SPACIOUS REC ROOM, WET BAR, EXERCISE ROOM, BEDROOM, AND A BATHROOM.

http://www.thecarnahangroup.com/ShowResidentialImage.aspx?lr_pk=729ab7d8-c910-43ab-ac74-5538cbbb9507&PictureNumber=3

http://www.thecarnahangroup.com/ShowResidentialImage.aspx?lr_pk=729ab7d8-c910-43ab-ac74-5538cbbb9507&PictureNumber=7

There is one listed at 2.5 million but it's not finished yet:

http://www.weigand.com/idx_image_ict/222484.jpg

Elegant architecture in this custom crafted home by DB Const. Stone accented with brick and copper set under a DaVinci Slate roof. Porto cochere leads to stamped concrete motor court and 4 garages. Ornate steel doors in study, entry and dining room open to the front courtyard. Exceptional ceiling treatments throughout including reclaimed timbers and tin. Kitchen offers Wolfe and Sub Zero appliances, cook top and warming drawers built into stone and brick, entertaining island and preparation island with granite counter tops, natural stone floors and pantry. State of the art theater, sauna, hydraulic elevator climate controlled wine cellar, Billiard room and lower level patio with gas fireplace.

I love the midwest - our house prices are so reasonable. We just bought a lovely large home in a great area for $180K. Love it!

[Rosebud]

Okay, for real... we should all pool our money and buy this place! There's plenty of room for all of us. And I know I've been wanting a spice garden.

$50,000,000
9 Beds 15 Baths
BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210

An amazing Italian Villa designed by renowned architect William Hablinsky. Superbly located on two plush acres in Beverly Park, this 9BR, 14BA villa features a grand screening room & wine basement built for kings & many other remarkable features. The grand scale living, dining & family rooms & gourmet kitchen make it ideal for entertaining guests & dignitaries. Outdoor luxuries include an Italian kitchen, sand volleyball court, and herb & spice garden. (MLS)

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/gossip/1-1.jpg http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/gossip/2-2.jpg

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/gossip/3-1.jpg http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/gossip/4-1.jpg

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/gossip/5.jpg

And from The Real Estalker (http://realestalker.blogspot.com/2007/08/george-santopietros-50000000.html):

The children have been screaming and emailing for Your Mama to discuss the big @ss house in Beverly Park that has recently hit the market for a bank account draining $50,000,000. They all want to know, who does it belong to? Well children, Your Mama happens to know who owns this house. It was built on speculation by a gentleman named George Santo Pietro, whose name some of you may recognize as the ex-huzband of letter turner Vanna White.

Only time will tell if Mister Santo Pietro will get anywhere near the $50,000,000 asking price. After all, it's not the only house on the open market in Beverly Park. Across the street, a 17,826 square foot mansion owned by beer baron Adolf Coors has long been on the market for $34,000,000, and the 10 bedroom and 15 bathroom house at 27 Beverly Park Terrace owned by Indonesian biznessman Han Moeljadi is on the market for $29,000,000.

[ysolde]

I could be happy in just one of those 14 bathrooms. It's probably larger than my studio, anyway.

[tinkerbelljenny]

NW Montana $26,500,000


http://beinmontana.com/imgs/property2002/153/13306307_1.jpg



http://beinmontana.com/imgs/property2002/18/13306307_8.jpg

[JenInAZ]

wow, on Remax.com there are over 500 listings over $2M in my area.... yikes!!

In Paradise Valley, AZ (Phoenix, basically) where many rich and famous people live.

I seriously wonder what this would go for in CA... Real estate here is pretty decent, even with the big explosion over the past 2 years...

There's a 5 min news clip about it here (http://www.mccunemansion.mikezampino.com/pin%20mccune.wmv)
Price $20,000,000 (apparently reduced by $5M since the news bit)
150 rooms
Bathrooms 36
14 car garage
Living Area 54,000 Sq Ft

a family of 4 used to live here.... the Hormels. Yes, that Hormel.

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i173/kaytegreen/cc%20crap/2786969_1.jpg

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i173/kaytegreen/cc%20crap/2786969_2.jpg

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i173/kaytegreen/cc%20crap/2786969_3.jpg

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i173/kaytegreen/cc%20crap/2786969_4.jpg

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i173/kaytegreen/cc%20crap/2786969_5.jpg

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i173/kaytegreen/cc%20crap/2786969_6.jpg

[bluberry]

This home is the priciest in Austin at $13,500,000:

(Lake Austin in the background)
http://12021selmahughespark.com/images/listing_images/2004/gallery/slide/housearialwebversion.jpg

http://12021selmahughespark.com/images/listing_images/2004/gallery/slide/Selma30001.JPG

http://12021selmahughespark.com/images/listing_images/2004/gallery/slide/Selma4.JPG

http://12021selmahughespark.com/images/listing_images/2004/gallery/slide/Selma1webversion.jpg

ETA: I think the decor is a little (ok, a lot) over the top!

[mrs_pell]

In the Houston area for $18,900,00. 8 bedrooms, 10 full and three 1/2 baths, 4 car garage. 21,240 sq. ft.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v641/dlphnsfan13/1885709-20.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v641/dlphnsfan13/1885709-18.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v641/dlphnsfan13/1885709-4.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v641/dlphnsfan13/1885709-6.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v641/dlphnsfan13/1885709-17.jpg

The rest of the pictures and description can be found here (http://search.har.com/engine/dispSearch.cfm?mlnum=7918165&class=1&leadid=6&sTYPE=0&backButton=Y). Pretty incredible!!

[Rosebud]

This home is the priciest in Austin at $13,500,000:
ETA: I think the decor is a little (ok, a lot) over the top!

Yeah, it looks like the White House decorated by Liberace to me. ;)

However, I would kill for that kitchen and that lake view. Very nice.

[SiValleySteph]

a family of 4 used to live here.... the Hormels. Yes, that Hormel.


Wow! That really looks like a motel from the distance shots. And not a luxury hotel, like a motel 6. It looks better close up. :p

***

Here's what we have going ... I live close to downtown, so we don't have giant estates. We max out at a few million.

The most expensive house for sale in my zip is only $3.6 million. It's only on a 14,500 sq ft lot, though!! (0.33 acre)
http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p12/SiValleySteph/houses/exphouse1.jpg

The second most expensive is $3.45 mil and is only on a 10,400 sq ft lot! That's crazy. I did the conversion - it's not even a quarter of an acre - .24 acre.
http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p12/SiValleySteph/houses/exphouse2.jpg

This beauty is $1.875 mil. It's being sold for land only. You get a whopping 19,602 sq ft, almost 1/2 an acre! (0.445 acre) It's under contract, so you're out of luck if you were hoping for this one.
http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p12/SiValleySteph/houses/exphouse3.jpg

[JenInAZ]

Wow! That really looks like a motel from the distance shots. And not a luxury hotel, like a motel 6. It looks better close up. :p

I thought it looked a lot like a nondescript office building myself :p I think the big RV add to the Motel 6 feel :D

[Ferris]

This the the most expensive house in my zip...it's a 8200 sqft house on 1 acre of waterfront. 3bd and 5.25, but in our area you can't have more than 3 bds on a septic so it has 2 offices!

http://homepics.realtor.com/image10/http/seattle/listings/large/073/27048181.jpg

http://photos.realestateadmin.com/nwmlso/photo/270/481/27048181-3.jpg

http://photos.realestateadmin.com/nwmlso/photo/270/481/27048181-2.jpg

my payments would only be 30,000 a month! :eek:

[maplekitty]

In Vancouver, the most expensive home for sale is a 6 bed, 6 bath, $20 million penthouse apartment in downtown (http://www.mls.ca/PropertyDetails.aspx?vd=&SearchURL=%3fPage%3d11%26Mode%3d0%26vs%3dResidenti al%26ret%3d300%26sts%3d0-0%26beds%3d0-0%26baths%3d0-0%26aid%3d6571%26MapURL%3d%253fAreaID%253d6571%26m p%3d1000000-0-0%26mrt%3d0-0-4%26trt%3d2%26of%3d1%26ps%3d10%26o%3dA&Mode=0&PropertyID=5906329)

The most expensive *house* is this gem (http://www.mls.ca/PropertyDetails.aspx?vd=&SearchURL=%3fPage%3d50%26Mode%3d0%26vs%3dResidenti al%26ret%3d300%26sts%3d0-0%26beds%3d0-0%26baths%3d0-0%26aid%3d3547%26MapURL%3d%253fAreaID%253d3547%26m p%3d2000000-0-0%26mrt%3d0-0-4%26trt%3d2%26of%3d1%26ps%3d10%26o%3dA&Mode=0&PropertyID=5799201)...which I actually recognize from a few tv shows and movies.

[Smiley124]

Wow. Just wow. I wasn't going to post here, but out of curiousity I went to our local MLS to see what the highest was in our area. Check out this beauty at $6,849,000 (yes, I'm in a LCOS area):

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v412/smiley124/111932_0.jpg
:eek:

5 bed, 5 bath, SQFT is listed at 3600 or higher.

WTF?!

[Dan's*Girl]

St Louis, MO

$5.75 million
3 acres, 10,000 sq ft, 6br, 9 bths, 17 rooms total

http://homepics.realtor.com/image1/http/stlouis/submit/large/063/703102a.jpg

[Rosebud]

$75,000,000
7 Beds 11 Baths
Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu Beach

This magnificent and rare gated beach front compound sits on nearly 7 incredible acres of lush landscaping. Located on its own private bluff with unsurpassed panoramic views of the ocean. Private road leads to beach. Features 2 separate barns / stables, large riding ring, 3 guest houses, gym, swimmer’s pool, lighted N/S tennis court and grounds that will leave you breathless. A truly magical paradise. A very rare offering, available for the first time to the public in over 20 years.

Rooms:
Bar, Barn, Basement, Cabana, Center Hall, Den, Dining, Family, Gym, Library/Study, Loft, Media, Office, Pantry, Patio Enclosed, Patio Open, Powder, Projection, Sauna, Service Entrance, Stable, Wine Cellar

Virtual Tour (http://www.pchestate.com/mls/)

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/gossip2/house1.jpg

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/gossip2/house2.jpg

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/gossip2/house3.jpg

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/gossip2/house4.jpg

[maniach]

I can see why people want to live in California... I thought Florida was pretty when sunny and nice, but I don't think it compares. Our water is warmer, though. Take THAT California!


We have a new most expensive house:

http://homepics.realtor.com/image1/http/jacksonville/listings/large/003/v01/398264.jpg

6 BR, 8 BA, 8400 SF, $10M

They don't have a lot size listed, but it looks pretty substantial. I can tell by the price that it's on the river.

[zhannushka]

Here's the most expensive house in my little town:

$1,700,000
5 Bed, 6 Bath
5,360 Sq. Ft.

http://homepics.realtor.com/image6/http/middlesex/listings/large/071/v01/706775.jpg

[Ferris]

I can see why people want to live in California... I thought Florida was pretty when sunny and nice, but I don't think it compares.

Those days are few and far between thought! I used to live in Cali and had friends that lived in Malibu and it was overcast or smoggy most of the time! So don't be too jealous! :)

[Rosebud]

Here's a new one in the $75 million club:

$75,000,000
Simi Valley (about an hour northwest of L.A.)

Hummingbird Nest Ranch. The finest world class equestrian estate on app 123 acres, blt 2004, just 40 mins from Beverly Hills! Beautiful Mission Revival style mansion (app 17,000 sqft designed by Richard Robertson), 6 guest houses, 10 staff houses, substantial "hunter jumper" equestrian facilities including international grand prix arena (600'x300'), rubber & sand mixed ring (300'x250'), derby grass field (650'x250'), large main barn. Public utilities & solar energy, as well as a helipad.

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/house1-4.jpg http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/house2-5.jpg

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/house3-5.jpg http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k284/rosebud03_2006/Misc/house4-1.jpg

[MLA]

$75M in Simi Valley? WTF, people? WTF?

[princesse]

$75m...wtf Indeed!

[HeatherFL]

This is about an hour north of my hometown-Miami...in Palm Beach and is Donald Trump's Maison de L'Amitie. He just happens to be selling it, and for the mere price of $125 million this could be yours. Comes complete with a ballroom, conservatory, 100-foot-long ballroom and 475 feet of oceanfront. For those of you wanting to inquire, feel free to contact Christina Condon at Sotheby's International Realty or Dolly Lenz at Prudential Douglas Elliman.

80,000 square feet -the house alone is 62,000 square feet
beauty salon
full gym and tennis court
sunken garden with a pool and fountain
tennis courts
http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g230/HeatherJWFL76/MISC/palmbeach.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g230/HeatherJWFL76/MISC/house2.jpg

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g230/HeatherJWFL76/MISC/house3.jpg

[princesse]

Sign me up! I'm worried about only having two ballrooms though........

[HeatherFL]

Yes, yes...that could be a problem. I suppose you could always set up tents on the beach.

~H.

[princesse]

Oh that just won't do. LOL!
I love it!

[HeatherFL]

Time to call the contractors! Looks like you're going to need a home addition! I mean really...It's not a home unless it's at least 100,000 square feet.

LOL

~H.

[princesse]

I need like, another 98K. Hmmm. This could get interesting for my neighbors!

Real estate here is relatively cheap.
$19 Million is all I could come up with here.

This lists some total bargains. Seriously, this home would go for 3x this in other markets.

http://www.listingmanager.com/yourlocalrealty/mlssearch.aspx

(That link didn't go where I thought it would. You can search Western PA listings though! I love to troll this site looking for homes....)

[Allegra]

there's not much over 1 million in my little neck of the woods but here's the top one!

http://www.lynchburgmls.com/PICTURES/231026.JPG

http://www.lynchburgmls.com/PICTURES/231026_4.JPG

Elk Creek Farm is an outstanding residence perfectly sited upon a graceful knoll set amongst 52 + - acres of gently rolling pasture and forest. Located just west of Lynchburg in Forest, VA the property is private yet near all amenities. The design and proportion of the residence will impress. A four sided Albemarle stone floor to cathedral ceiling chimney is the focal point of the main level. Gourmet kitchen. Dramatic mountain views. Screened porch overlooks Pennsylvania stone patios/pool. Newer copper roof, gutters and downspouts, Cypress siding. Four separate pastures. Two acre lake. Barn with apartment. Extensive board fencing. Far too many additional details to list. Call office. Private showings to qualified parties.

[Rosebud]

The houses I posted previously are still on the MLS, so if you've got 50 million it's not too late!

Here's another pricy one (two hours away in Santa Barbara):

$28,950,000
10 Beds, 11 Baths
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110

Reminiscent of the Italian countryside "Terra Bella" was lovingly created to capture the emotion of Villa De Este. Behind gates sits this gorgeous estate situated in the prestigious Hope Ranch enclave on 3 oceanfront acres.

This inspirational estate will capture your heart with its meticulous handcrafted details. Over 12,000 square feet, 9 bedrooms, 11.5 baths. Interiors by Lory Johansson-Ergo Design Works.

Featured in this estate is a dramatic 2-story entry, elegant living room with fireplace, formal dining room, gourmet kitchen with breakfast area, media room, loggia, an aromatic herb garden complete with fountains, a Zen garden, a white garden with white roses, hydrangeas, and a manicured Chess garden with a replication of an entire chessboard all overlooking the azure blue Pacific Ocean. Beautiful horse stables with miles of riding trails. There is a spectacular Versace inspired tile pool that parallels the finest resorts.

Minutes from the city of Santa Barbara, you are transported to a peaceful exquisite lifestyle. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own this trophy property. State of the art amenities and incorporating the romance and charm of days gone by. website (http://www.terrabellaestate.com/mls.htm?bf3171a8)


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[MollJay]

There are more expensive homes in the city of Chicago, this is the most expensive one listed in my zip code.
http://www.realtor.com/search/listingdetail.aspx?zp=60647&typ=7&sid=71a9d8e83b2548a2a6c3b3fa3c57907d&pg=95&lid=1091976035&lsn=950&srcnt=950#Detail

Seems like a whole lot of money for not much house, but it is a private home with a yard in the city.

[Rosebud]

$85,000,000
10 Beds 12.50 Baths

Bel Air - Holmby Hills

A remarkable opportunity to acquire one of the great classic estates in prime Holmby Hills. This historic compound is offered for the first time, this home is one of the last designed by Wallace Neff. It features over 7 acres, on 3 parcels, of gated grounds, which include rolling lawns, lush gardens, private tennis court, pool & massive motor court, plus additional parking. Grand entryway, high ceilings, over-sized doors, incredible moldings/details throughout. Shown to qualified clients only.

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[gf&js]

Isn't it nice to dream? :)

In my zip code - there is a 2.2 acre lot for $1.7 million. Yep - just the land and it's not even on the water (a huge draw in the land of 10,000 lakes).

But the most expensive house I found is:

$53,500,000
9 bedrooms, 16 baths

LANDMARK ESTATE AVAIL FOR ONLY 2ND TIME SINCE 1918. DESIGNED BY HARRIE T. LINDEBERG-RENOV/RESTORED BY BEYER BLINDER BELLE.7 STRUCTURES ON PROP-MAIN HM,CARETAKER COTT/GREENHOUSE,DET GAR,POOL COMPLEX,SMOKE RM,TEA HOUSE.APPRX 42,000FSF IN ALL-1700+FT SHORELN.
http://edinaimages.fnistools.com//Images/Listing03/9/Large/3441533_1.jpg

I'm laughing - 30 year mortgage at today's rate and 20% down would get you roughly a $300,000 monthly payment. And sadly - the county tax value on the property is only $13,000,000 - how's that for selling up!

[Rosebud]

$65,000,000
17 Beds 17.50 Baths

Mandeville Canyon, Los Angeles, 90049
Brentwood

This 112-acre luxury estate is improved with seven buildings, 70 rooms and 20,000 square feet of space. The main residence on the sweeping grounds of this world-class property was designed by renowned architect Robert Byrd. Office suite, casino, multiple guest houses. house website (http://www.3099mandeville.com/index.html)

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[jennylou]

$419,900
4 Bed, 4 Bath
4,153 Sq. Ft.

http://p.rdcpix.com/v04/l0d9e4441-m0l.jpg

[Elmophant]

http://prusny-bnimages.fnistools.com/images/dagg//ilbnmls/images/2081373.jpg

Listed for 1,200,000. You'd think for that kind of money they could have better pictures. BTW, this is in a town about 9 minutes from my city that has approximately 1,000 people living in it!!!

MLS REMARKS:
Totally redone, new additions, unique contemporary design w/3 plasma, 42-50-60 blt-in & home automation controls, security gate & camera, full kit in lwr lvl, 4 gas FPs, only qualified buyers, owner will be present @ showings.

LISTING INFORMATION (Last Updated 7/16/2008 2:42 PM):
Number Bedrooms: 3
Baths (Full & Partial): 5

Year Built: 1948
Approx. Sq. Ft.: 5768

Exterior Type: Wood
Garage

Property Style: Other
Property Type: Single Family

Total Rooms: 11
Construction Type: Wood

Lot Size: 0.36 Acres


It has a security system! This cracks me up! This town's excitement is going to the Casey's (gas station).

[thyme]

Most expensive in my hometown: 6/7, 7000 sq. ft. $1,495,000. This is in THE neighborhood in town.

http://mls4you.iprosper.net/pictures/TuscaMLS/65763-1.jpg

http://mls4you.iprosper.net/pictures/TuscaMLS/65763-2.jpg

http://mls4you.iprosper.net/pictures/TuscaMLS/65763-3.jpg -- that would be the hot tub that makes the waterfall into the main pool

http://mls4you.iprosper.net/pictures/TuscaMLS/65763-5.jpg

http://mls4you.iprosper.net/pictures/TuscaMLS-TH/65763-8.jpg

[jennylou]

I do like that pool. :)

[SD601]

This just came on the market last week in my zipcode, only a couple miles away. 12,305 sqft and $16,500,000. Wow....waaayy different than my tiny 1200 sq ft house.

http://www.sdlookup.com/MLS-080049468-3403_Kellogg_Way_San_Diego_Ca_92106

http://tempo5.sandicor.com/SNDImages/60/080049468_801_73.jpg

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[Elmophant]

SD601 I love the statement at the bottom of the description

Also available for purchase is the 4 bd, 3 1/2 ba home located adjacent to the east. This would make a great guest house or home for parents or children. The 2nd property can be purchased for $3 million only with the purchase of main house.


As if $3 million is a GREAT deal! LOL

[imagirliegirl]

This one is pretty close to us. I'll have to email the flyer to my husband. LOL

http://re3.westomahatech.com/grplimages/full-20812788-1.jpeg

$5,400,000

100 acre lot
24 rooms
6 bedrooms
7 bathrooms
7 fireplaces
15182 sq ft.

$71851.00/year taxes!! OMG!

[miaclear]

Not my style....but the most expensive.

$5,750,000
6 Bedrooms
Features a Basement Wine Room with climate controled Wine Cellar, Gourmet Kitchen at its finest, Large Family Room with wall of windows & vaulted wood ceiling, Handsome Study with Ornate Wood Molding, Oversized Gameroom, Media Room, Exercise Room, Elevator, Diving Pool with Spa, Lighted Tennis Court, Guest Quarters.

http://www.ebby.com/thumbnail/09/10849709/2486147-1.jpg?x=400;y=260

http://www.ebby.com/thumbnail/09/10849709/2486147-5.jpg?x=450;y=326

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