50 Cent’s Connecticut Mansion
With all the amenities of 50 Cent’s mansion home (boasting a whopping 52 rooms, a recording studio, a hot tub area, and a gaming room) you would think that this is well worth the asking price of $18.4 million. He purchased the mansion for a mere $4 million, and he listed the mansion to be what it is priced today. But according to real estate agents, the rapper cannot sell the house because it is way too overpriced.
Mel Gibson’s Malibu Mansion
You would think that Mel Gibson’s spectacular summer vacation home in Malibu, California, would be a golden real estate goose, but you are mistaken. Its original price was at $14.5M in 2010, but since there were no takers, he dropped it to $12.8M, and by 2011, it hit its lowest point at $11.8 million. A decade later? Still, no takers.
Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch
The iconic (and controversial) pop star Michael Jackson famously owned the Neverland Ranch. The property has two guest houses, a lake, a 50-seat movie theater, and several Disney-themed rides. However, when Jackson died, the property fell into disrepair and has had a history of financial difficulties and even foreclosures.
Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn’s Beach Mansion
In Malibu, California, couple Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn’s beach mansion has been on the market since 2011 for a whopping $14.8 million! It’s still on the market today, but you can rent it out on Airbnb for $95,000 per month.
Tommy Hilfiger’s Mansion
Boasting several rose and water gardens, a greenhouse, and a beautiful cottage, you would think that people would be lining up to have first dibs on Tommy Hilfiger’s mansion in Connecticut. The mansion was originally named Chateau Paterno, as it was built for Charles Paterno. The mansion is filled with many paintings and sculptures. Hilfiger and his wife are now relocating to Florida and put their mansion up for sale for $48 million in 2020, but after a year, still no takers.
Michael Jordan’s Estate
Michael Jordan’s amazing mansion in Chicago has been on the market since 2012 with an original asking price of $29 million. Currently, the mansion is priced at $15 million, and Jordan even threw in a rare pair of Jordan shoes to no avail. According to real estate experts, his asking price is just too high.
The Mansion of Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez’s mansion in Los Angeles, California, is a dream come true for any celebrity. It has nine bedrooms, a dance studio, a gym, a theater, and even a recording studio! It was originally listed on the market in 2015 for $17 million, but she has significantly lowered the asking price by $4 million. The main reason why this mansion is not selling is because of the high property tax in LA.
Sylvester Stallone’s Mansion
Sylvester Stallone’s mansion in La Quinta, California pays homage to his Italian ancestry as the actor himself picked out the house décor and theme himself! The original listing of the mansion dates back to 2014 and was priced at $4.5 million. However, because of a lack of buyers, Sylvester has reduced the price to a mere $3.9 million.
Ellen DeGeneres’ Mansion
Ellen DeGeneres and her wife, Portia, are known for flipping mansions and reselling luxury homes. However, their luck seems to have ended with their swanky Los Angeles condo. Their condo is priced at $8 million and has been in the market since 2014.
Celine Dion’s Florida mansion
Singer Céline Dion once owned a lavish Florida estate that had 13 bedrooms, 14 bathrooms and a guest house. The home also had a waterpark with a lazy river and waterslide. The house, which was built for Dion’s family in 2010 and listed for $72.5 million in 2013, took until 2017 to sell – when it was purchased for $28 million.
Joey Lawrence’s Mansion
The former Bloom actor has been selling his Spanish estate in Los Angeles for nearly two decades! His estate has six bedrooms, sauna rooms, a movie theater, and a master suite. He bought the property back in 1994 for $1.4 million, and his current asking price is $2 million.
Billy Joel’s Palm Beach Mansion
There’s nothing blatantly wrong with the Piano Man’s Palm Beach mansion. However, the 10,000 square foot, eight-bedroom home simply hasn’t moved in the six years it’s been on the market. The price has dropped several times, currently sitting at $9 million cheaper than its initial asking price. The singer has even offered to include the furniture!
Steve Jobs’ Jackling House
The late Apple CEO Steve Jobs bought this historic California mansion in 1984, but he soon lost interest and moved out in 1994. After 11 years of abandonment, Jobs finally got permission to demolish the 15,000-square-foot mansion in 2011. Jobs had stated his intention to build a smaller, contemporary-styled house on the site but never got the chance to do so before his death.
Joe Pesci’s Hall of Justice
Joe Pesci’s Jersey Shore mansion sits on a highly desirable piece of property. So, why hasn’t it sold for its $6 million asking prices? Well, probably because it looks like the Justice League’s Hall of Justice or another alien/comic book spaceship was dropped into the middle of a completely unrelated neighborhood.
Faith Hill & Tim McGraw’s Mansion
Faith Hill and Tim McGraw have a combined net worth of about $135 million. With that spending power, of course, they can afford this amazing castle in Tennessee, which boasts more than 1853 acres! It is currently on the market for $20 million. It seems like a good deal for such a catch, but the location means everything when it comes to real estate. Since the castle is located in a sleepy town, it may be too boring for celebrities who are used to the fast-paced city life.
Denise Richards’ Mansion
Denise Richards is a famous actress and model and is also on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Her mansion in Calabasas is worthy of a Beverly Hills housewife because of everything it has – a water pool, a waterslide, a wood-fired pizza oven, and an extravagant master’s bedroom. It is also rumored that Angelina Jolie rented the mansion after her divorce from Brad Pitt.
Mohamed Hadid’s unfinished mansion
Property tycoon Mohamed Hadid began construction of his Beverly Hills mansion in 2005, but a legal battle with the city put it on hold for almost ten years. The property was 30,000 square feet, twice the size that was permitted by Los Angeles County. The property was eventually listed as a development site but did not attract buyers. It was demolished in 2022.
Matt Lauer’s Hampton House
Matt Lauer’s house in the Hamptons is a dream vacation house! It boasts six bedrooms, a huge porch located in front of a picturesque beach – just imagine chasing sunsets with this house! He is currently selling his mansion for a whopping $44.8 million, and it has been in the market since 2019.
Steven Cohen’s Penthouse
You would think that a businessperson would be luckier in the real estate industry. However, there is no such luck in selling Steven Cohen’s New York penthouse. Steven Cohen is a wealthy hedge fund owner who decided to sell his penthouse for a whopping $113 million back in 2013. Since then, the asking price has been significantly reduced and now sits at $98 million.
Alan Wilzig’s Townhouse
If you have watched the film Wolf of Wall Street, you would know who Alan Wilzig is. He has been selling his New York townhouse for $44 million since 2014. However, the famous businessman seems to have trouble selling because his townhouse is still on the market.
Forge Mansion
The Forge Mansion was built in Pennsylvania back in the 1770s. This historic masterpiece even has a gable roof. With such a classic home, you can probably guess why this house has been on the market for some time now – it is said that ghosts haunt the home.
The Halston Penthouse
Now, who can forget the Halston Penthouse and the many extravagant parties it has hosted back in the day! This extravagant home has been on the market since 2011 when its initial value was set at $38 million; however, the price has significantly dropped down to $21 million because of a lack of interest from potential buyers.
Mediterranean Mansion
The Mediterranean Mansion is also known as Palazzo di Amore and boasts over 43,000 square feet, a wine cellar, and 12 bedrooms. It was used by many celebrities who chose to have extravagant parties there, but apparently, there are no takers. It is on the market for a whopping $129 million.
The Aiken Estate
The Aiken Estate is a lush mansion located in Savannah, Georgia. The house is in a prime location with beautiful gardens, a huge verandah, and five bedrooms and bathrooms. It was previously owned by the famous poet, Conrad Aiken who did not have a happy relationship with his wife, Anna, who was rumored to be a socialite that loved to spend money. The relationship did not turn out well, and rumors are that the couple’s ghosts continue to haunt the manor.
Granot Loma
Granot Loma is considered one of the most beautiful mansions in Lake Superior, Michigan. Around 400 Scandinavian craftsmen have worked on the home. It has over 20 rooms, a hot tub, four separate apartments, and a private marine area to the boat! It has been on the market since 2017 with the initial asking price of $40 million, but the asking price was cut in half due to a lack of buyers.
Stone-Walled Estate
This fairy-tale mansion offers any royalty’s dream come true! The mansion has its own wine cellar, an eleven-car garage, a home theater, and is over 30,000 square feet! It has been in the market since 2010 with the asking price of $60 million but has since depreciated due to hefty property taxes.
Golden Gate Glamour
This classic home boasts of amazing architecture that just reeks of Old-World glamor. Its space boasts over 16,000 square feet, an elevator, seven bedrooms, and eleven bathrooms. It has been listed on the market since 2017 for an expensive $29.5 million in the San Francisco market.
SK Pierce Mansion
One look at the SK Pierce mansion, and you would probably guess why it has been sitting on the market until now. The large Victorian mansion was previously owned by Sylvester Pierce, known for his amazing furniture. The mansion was built in the mid-1870s and is supposedly haunted. In fact, some people rent the house to try to get a glimpse of the paranormal.
8 Mile Road Mansion
This Chateau-inspired mansion is so secluded that it requires tourists and visitors to drive on a long and winding private road before reaching it. Boasting over 4 acres of land, it probably hasn’t sold because it’s so far from any amenities!
Pillar Estate
This stunning Greek-inspired estate is in a prime location in New York and has five fireplaces, a library, a ballroom, six bedrooms, and even a parlor! It was first put on the market in 2015 for $1 million but has depreciated by 50% since. This sudden depreciation of value is partly due to the many paranormal occurrences that are said to have happened within the home.
The Ann Starrett Mansion
The Ann Starrett Mansion is a Victorian-inspired mansion that boasts more than 5,000 square feet, eleven bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and a majestic scenic view. It was briefly turned into a boutique hotel but was quickly shut down partly due to the rumors that the mansion is haunted.
Tri-Mansion
True to its name, the tri-mansion is literally three mansions in one! It has the mansion proper, an apartment, and a guesthouse. It also is located in a prime location in Dallas which is minutes away from downtown. Dallas also has fairly low property tax guidelines, so real estate people still wonder why the Tri-Mansion has been on the market since 2019.
$10 New Jersey Mansion
Yes, you read that right. This New Jersey Mansion is priced at $10 currently. The catch? Once you buy the mansion, you must relocate the mansion by physically moving the house because an approved subdivision is built within the area.
Schweppe Mansion
The Mayflower Place or the Schweppe Mansion was a wedding present for Laura Schweppe, the daughter of a prominent businessman. The place was mainly used to entertain royal visitors from Sweden and England.
French Provincial Castle
The French Provincial Castle is a fairy tale princess’s dream come true! Located in the Bronx, New York, it has turrets, a lush garden, and oak floors. It is priced at more than $3 million but it’s been on the market since 2009.
Nightlife Nest
This Connecticut mansion features all the accoutrements you’d expect from a mansion: a home theater, a hot tub, an indoor pool, a… nightclub? Yup, the so-called ‘nightlife nest’ features a full-scale, fully functional nightclub. Given that the cost of the home has gone down 60% in the last decade, it seems like there *shockingly* isn’t much demand for an in-home club.
Historic New Jersey Home
This historic New Jersey mansion looks like it’s worth a ton from the outside. However, there are two major factors going against it. First off, the home itself is in desperate need of renovation and is full of asbestos and lead paint. However, the house can’t be renovated or torn down since it’s listed as a Historic Landmark. On top of that, the land immediately around the house has been zoned for 8 more homes.
The Watcher’s Mansion
What’s The Watcher you ask? The Watcher is the self-appointed name of an anonymous letter-writer who sends strange correspondence to anyone who lives in the house. The letter-writers “ancestors” were allegedly caretakers in the 1920s and 1960s, and they’re somewhat “overprotective” of the home, to the point where many buyers simply skip it altogether.
The ‘Blank Space’ mansion
Taylor Swift filmed her 2014 music video for the song Blank Space at Winfield Hall, located in Glen Cove, Long Island. The mansion originally belonged to businessman Frank Winfield Woolworth, who died two years after it was built. The interior features paneled ceilings, countless chandeliers and a whopping 15 fireplaces. Originally on the market for $19.95 million, the mansion sold for only $8.25 million in 2022.
Crespi Estate
Crespi Estate, a massive mansion in Dallas, was originally listed at $135 million. The price later dropped down to a paltry $36 million. The Estate was built in 1939 by architect Maurice Fatio. Since then, it has attracted a number of famous visitors, including presidents and celebrities. However, it didn’t sell until 2017. It was listed again in 2023 by the current owners for $60 million.
