Celebrity homes like Cameron Diaz, Ben Afflek, Jim Carrey, and more that we will further delve into in this article, are extraordinary because they offer a sneak peek into the extravagant lifestyles of the rich and famous. For many people, homes are places where you sleep, eat, and relax in a comfort zone, however, celebrity homes are much like museums that reflect their wealth and success and sometimes a reminder of the inequalities in society.
More than showcasing wealth, famous people like to design their mansions based on their character and add touches that showcase who they are and what they like. These grand, beautifully designed estates and modern mansions come in various styles and are often filled with high-end furnishings and up-to-date technology. Some celebrities are interested in architecture and interior design which makes them drawn to eco-friendly and sustainable living.
In this article, we will talk about 10 celebrities and explore their high-end living styles.
Cameron Diaz
Name: Cameron Michelle Diaz
Age: 51
Net Worth: $140 million.
Price of her current home: $14.7 million
Cameron Diaz is an American actress born on August 30th, 1972, in San Diego, California. She is well-known for blockbuster comedy movies such as The Mask (1994), There’s Something About Mary (1998), and the Shrek series. Her success in these films made her become the international star that she is with a net worth of 140 million dollars. When Cameron Diaz was only 16 years old, she started her modeling career and upon turning 21, she landed the lead role in “The Mask”. Despite not having any acting experience, the movie turned her into an instant star and grossed more than $340 million worldwide.
Cameron Diaz’s success is reflected in her Beverly Hills, California, home, which costs 14.7 million dollars. She lives there with her husband, Benji Madden, whom she married in 2015. The couple welcomed their first child in 2019 and later moved to this farmhouse-style mansion in Beverly Hills. The mansion was designed by ANR Signature Collection; a development company who specialize in high-end homes which made them design other mansions for famous people like Kylie Jenner, Travis Scott, Kerry Washington, Demi Lovato, and Louis Tomlinson.
Having retired from acting in 2018, Cameron Diaz valued her privacy, especially after giving birth, where she did not want to reveal pictures of her daughter. This was portrayed in her house, as it was secluded from the crowd, which was the design intention. The compound is 1.7 acres with complete privacy and full-time security.
Ben Affleck
Name: Benjamin Geza Affleck-Boldt
Age: 52
Net Worth: $150 million.
Price of his current home: $20.5 million
Ben Affleck is an American actor, filmmaker, screenwriter, director, and producer who was born in Berkeley, California, on August 15th, 1972. One of his most successful works, along with his best friend, Matt Damon, was Good Will Hunting (1997) where Matt played Will Hunting and Ben was his best friend. Both Affleck and Damon won the Academy Awards for best original screenplay, which kickstarted their career into becoming one of the most renowned and successful filmmakers and actors of their time.
Apart from Ben’s successful career, he enjoys quality time with his family and friends, which means he loves having people over. This is a window that allows us to understand Ben’s personality, which is also reflected in the homes he has owned throughout the years. All five real estates of always had a touch of classic and traditional architecture in them ranging from California-ranch architecture to the Greek revival style, and English colonial style all merged with contemporary architecture. The most recent house he bought was for $20.5 million in July 2024. It was designed by Cliff May and Steve Ganetti using California-Ranch style architecture with modern touches. The layout of the mansion is U-shaped with a central classic courtyard and French doors throughout the residence. Additionally, a two-story guest house along with an equestrian facility clearly illustrates Ben’s care for leisure, comfort, and hospitality. The home has warm interior finishes making it a cozy, yet high-end place to live in.
Jim Carrey
Name: James Eugene Carrey
Age: 62
Net Worth: $180 million
Price of his current home: $22 million
Jim Carrey was born on the 17th of January 1962, in Ontario, Canada. At just the age of eight, Jim found his calling and love for making impressions; later in his life, he left high school to help support his family by working as a janitor in a factory. Fast forward to seventeen and he started making money as a comedian and wrote all his pieces such as Buddy Hackett and Rodney Dangerfield. At 19, Carrey moved to California where he took on roles in movies and became more and more successful, especially after his roles in Liar Liar (1997) and The Truman Show (1998).
Being one of the highest paid and most renowned comedians, Jim Carrey retreated in an LA ranch-style home of two acres 30 years ago, where he bought the mansion for $3.8 million in a prestigious neighborhood in Los Angeles, Brentwood. His house was his sanctuary, where he would retreat and work on his painting and sculpting away from the noise of the outside world. The size of his property spans two acres, providing a substantial amount of space and privacy, shielded by 280 feet of well-maintained hedging.
The mansion boasts approximately 12,700 square feet of living space, with interiors described as well-lit and airy. Features like polished brick and hardwood floors, pitched and beamed ceilings, and multiple fireplaces create a warm and inviting atmosphere. These interior elements serve as backdrops for Carrey’s extensive collection of artworks and mixed media, some of which are his own creations. A notable feature of the house is the Art Deco-style theater, which pays homage to classic movies and includes unique details such as costumes from Carrey’s films, mohair-upholstered lounges, and industry accolades. Another interesting aspect of the theater is its bathroom, adorned with black marble and mirrors, reflecting Jim Carrey’s unique, playful character and extravagant taste. In addition to the personalized interior touches, the exterior of the house offers both relaxation and recreation amenities, making it a resort-like retreat. After enjoying the estate for 30 years, Jim has decided to list it for sale at $28.9 million, hoping someone else can experience the joy it has brought him, as he no longer spends much time there.
Kourtney Kardashian
Name: Kourtney Kardashian
Age: 45
Net Worth: $65 million
Price of her current home: $9 million
Kourtney Kardashian is the eldest sister of the three Kardashians including Khloe and Kim all of whom are children of Robert Kardashian and Kris Jenner. Kourtney gained her fame from her family’s reality TV show, Keeping Up with the Kardashians. She is known for her unconditional love for family making her a mother of four; three of her children were from her former partner Scott Disick and her last child was from her current husband, Travis Barker.
Kourtney’s family-oriented spirit was seen in the way she designed her $22 million Calabasas home. Her house was designed by Martyn Lawrence Bullard, who is an award-winning number one interior designer in Los Angeles. He understood her love for contemporary design while taking into consideration her passion for her children and family. She wanted the space to be comfortable and easy for her family, but with a modern twist which Martyn achieved. The key highlights of Kourtney’s home are modernist furniture such as Pierre Jeanneret seating around the dining table, an Oscar Neimeyer chair and ottoman in the living room, and a Jules Leleu desk in her office filled with art. Such pieces showcase Kourtney’s love for modernism and contemporary, historical, and statement art. In addition to her minimal taste, some personal touches are found throughout, that give the residence character, such as heirlooms from her family and artworks on the refrigerator done by her kids.
Emma Roberts
Name: Emma Rose Roberts
Age: 33
Net Worth: $25 million
Price of her current home: $3.6 million
Emma Roberts is an American actress, singer, and model. She is the daughter of Eric Roberts and the niece of Julia Roberts. Emma became well-known for her roles in rom coms and campy horrors, particularly in the TV series Scream Queens and American Horror Story as well as movies such as We’re the Millers and America’s Sweethearts. Her connection to Hollywood royalty through her aunt, Julia Roberts, also contributed to her recognition and fame. The Hollywood star has one child with her ex-partner, Garrett Hedlund, whom she was with from 2019 until 2022. By the time Emma was 15 years old, she had moved to around 10 different houses, which made her want a more stable life for her son, Rhodes. For this reason, she is now known for her ‘grown-up LA dollhouse’ in Hollywood Hills.
I remember as a kid, whatever’s on your wall and your ceiling is seared into your brain for the rest of your life, so I wanted to make it extra cozy and fun, but not too overwhelming.
Emma Roberts
While most celebrities are more into a contemporary and modern look and feel in their homes, actress Emma Roberts is the complete opposite, where her residence is designed for one to curl up near a fireplace with a good book. She wanted her home to feel like it’s been there for 50 years and hired design firm, Pierce and Ward to achieve her vision, which they successfully did. They created a down-to-earth space that mix bohemian, mid-century modern and rustic styles. Most pieces and furniture of the house are statement and antique-finds including her ‘doll-wall’ near her office with dolls she kept from her childhood and new ones that she bought. Not to mention her extensive mug collection and library with some rare books form the 60s; Emma Roberts went above and beyond with her house to make it a home and not just a modern minimal museum. She made sure that is comfortable, cozy, and filled with loving memories, and made room for more memories to be created with her son, Rhodes.
Margot Robbie
Name: Margot Robbie
Age: 34
Net Worth: $60-70 million
Price of her current home: $5 million
Known as the “Barbie Girl,” Margot Robbie is an Australian actress who grew up in the Gold Coast area of Australia. Her deep interest in performing led her to take drama classes. She later planned to pursue a career in Hollywood and, to prepare, took classes with a speech coach to learn the proper American accent. When she finally moved to Hollywood in 2011, she quickly landed a role in the series Pan Am. Last year (2023), she starred in and co-produced Greta Gerwig’s Barbie as the doll herself. This role not only cemented her status as the quintessential Barbie but also elevated her fame to new heights, particularly after Barbie grossed $2.2 billion at the box office. Margot Robbie married filmmaker Tom Ackerly in 2016.
After her marriage, Margot contemplated owning her own home, which she did; the actress renovated three homes ever since her marriage and she now lives in between California and her hometown in Australia. In 2017, Margot and her husband bought their first home, which is basically a mansion for $2.73 million, and then sold it in 2021 for $3.45 million. In 2018, Robbie purchased a bungalow as an investment for $950,000 in Hollywood and rented it out after she revamped it; she then sold it for $1.2 million. In the same year, Robbie bought two houses in her hometown in Australia for her mother and sister. Fast forward to 2019, the actress bought a $5 million property in Venice Beach consisting of three buildings that are still under renovation. Margot Robbie’s homes are all a mixture of luxury and tranquility, especially the ones in the Gold Coast of Australia.
Jenna Ortega
Name: Jenna Marie Ortega
Age: 21
Net Worth: $5 million
Price of her current home: $3.5 million
Jenna Ortega is an American actress who began her career on Disney Channel. She is known for her roles in Stuck in the Middle and her hit Netflix show, Wednesday. Jenna’s father is a Mexican Businessman, and her mother, Natalie Ortega, has a Mexican and Puerto Rican background. At first, she struggled to find acting roles, but then managed to make several appearances on hit shows which made her more renowned.
Apart from Jenna’s acting career, she is known for her ‘beautiful house’ situated in the heart of California, where most celebrities own properties. Like most celebrity houses, Jenna’s house is a mixture of Californian-Ranch classic style with a modern feel. Ortega’s design intention is to make everyone who visits her residence feel comfortable and enjoy the luxurious amenities. Guest rooms are equally impressive as master bedrooms which include large walk-in closets and walk-in showers and tubs. The house contains a home theatre, swimming pool, fitness center, and outdoor living. Jenna Ortega’s home is a true reflection of her success as a Hollywood star and her love for comfortable and good living.
Bradley Cooper
Name: Bradley Charles Cooper
Age: 49
Net Worth: $120 million
Price of his current home: $4.8 million
From The Hangover, Wedding Crashers, and many more comedies to other breakthrough roles, especially his latest one in Maestro, Bradley Cooper has reached the level of fame and success he enjoys today. He was born in January 1975, in Pennsylvania, United States and started his acting debut in 1999 in the famous television series, Sex in The City along Sarah Jessica Parker. He continued taking up many roles until his big break, The Hangover, which was released in 2009 and spawned sequels later in 2011 and 2013. Given that the Maestro filmmaker is up for several Oscars this year, one would expect nothing less than unique and captivating residences of his own.
From bungalows to penthouses, mansions, and properties, that Mr. Cooper owns, each with its own personality and distinguished design.
Bradley Cooper’s first house was a two-bedroom two-bathroom bungalow in Venice beach which he purchased for $1.19 million back in 2004 when he was featured in Sex and the City and took up the role in Wedding Crashers and other projects. He worked alongside a French designer, Santillane de Chanaleille, to bring his vision of an open floor plan to life; with terra-cotta floors, wooden ceilings, French doors, and maximum sunlight, the bungalow was a perfect space for the actor to kickstart his career. He later sold it for $3.13 million.
Fast forward to 2009, upon taking up roles in The Hangover, He’s Just Not That into You, and Case 39, Mr. Cooper bought another home in the Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles for $4.7 million. He still owns this home, and it was where he had his first child in 2017 with his girlfriend Irina Shayk.
After releasing A Star is Born in 2018, Cooper paid $13.5 million for a five-story penthouse in New York City and a few years later purchased a mansion for $4.8 million which is his primary West Coast home. The house is designed to be very private, especially because of the greenery surrounding its perimeters; it has a wooden and rustic feel along with a unique backyard that defines the mansions’ beauty. It features a stone-lined pool, spa, and a koi pond surrounded by fruit trees, sycamore, and oak trees with an additional two-story guesthouse with its own kitchenette. Towards the end of 2023, news was out that Bradley Cooper might be dating Gigi Hadid and it was at the time when he purchased a property for $4 million in Pennsylvania near Hadid’s mother’s horse farm.
Bad Bunny
Name: Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio
Age: 30
Net Worth: $88 million
Price of his current home: $8.3 million
Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio was born on March 10, 1994, in Puerto Rico and is globally known for his unique Latin music that blends trap, reggaeton, and other Latin genres. He first emerged on SoundCloud in 2016 and quickly gained popularity for his exceptional voice, style, and music. His stage name, ‘Bad Bunny,’ was inspired by a childhood photo of him wearing a bunny suit with a grumpy expression. This led him to create a Twitter account under the username ‘Bad Bunny,’ which resonated with his personality.
After becoming successful and globally well-known, it is no surprise that he would likewise have exceptional residences, just like any other successful celebrity.
A summary of Bad Bunny’s luxurious residences includes a Puerto Rican Mansion which he rented for a million dollars during the pandemic, and he kept it private without disclosing any details about this house; he explained that he loves coastal spots on the island and enjoys local dishes from his home.
Later in 2023, the star bought an $8.8 million dollar estate in Hollywood Hills. Beautiful features of the property include a modern design, a guesthouse, and an infinity pool along with panoramic views of the city. In that same year, Bad Bunny rented a $150,000-a-month penthouse in West Chelsea, NYC.
News explains that it is the most expensive apartment in the city of New York making it something to talk about. Being exactly what the artist loves, the house includes high ceilings, sunlight, airy, city views of the Hudson River, and a 32-foot-lap private pool. Earlier this year, Bad Bunny bought a house fromm Ariana Grande for $8.3 million in the Bird Streets area of Los Angeles, California. Despite being smaller than his other properties, this house is exceptional because of its location on three hillside parcels.
Travis Scott
Name: Jacques Bermon Webster II
Age: 33
Net Worth: $80 million
Price of his current home: $23.5 million
Travis Scott, was born Jacques Berman Webster II on April 30, 1991, in Houston, Texas. He is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer well-known for his energetic and unique live-performances and his different approach to music. Travis started off as an aspiring rapper in Texas and later became a global superstar. Beyond music, he is influential in fashion and design, collaborating with brands like Nike and launching his own label, Cactus Jack.
Behind his success includes a Brentwood mansion that Travis bought for $23.5 million in 2020. Recent news explain that the mansion is facing threats ever since February 2024 due to a large, cracked hillside because of the unusually heavy rainfall that took place. The status of the house is said to be safe by the local authorities for the time being. The house was designed like a modern yacht and is notable for its large glass panels and curved walls. Key features include a 75-foot infinity pool, a cabana, a 20-car garage, theater, gym, and wine room. In terms of design, it features a mix of wood and glass, and an open-plan living area with other common luxurious features found in celebrity homes.
Celebrity homes are more than just homes; they represent each individual’s personality and aspirations in life. They serve as tangible proof of their existence, creating personal museums that reflect who they are and what they believe in.
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