30 pictures that take you inside the luxurious homes of the super rich (2024)

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Their penthouses look like something from the future. There's no need to travel to the real Arc de Triomphe when your patio looks like this. If the infinity pool or Jacuzzi get boring, the Atlantic is just a few strides away. Their staircases are covered in gold. And so are their ceilings. AND their faucets. Because why not rinse in style? Their home libraries make hard work a little less hard. And doing laundry is a little less annoying with a laundry room like this. Their mega-mansions are pimped with multi-million-dollar home theaters. And baller bowling alleys. Their living rooms are casually outfitted with palm trees. And can you spot the grand piano? Moats aren't just for ancient castles. The super rich ACTUALLY sleep like kings. Their courtyards look like this ... And their basem*nts like this. You'll never have to BYOB to a dinner party with the super rich. And there's no need to hit the town post-dinner with a home bar like this. There are crystal chandeliers in the living rooms ... And in the bathrooms. An indoor rooftop pool is always nice. Or an 'indoor-outdoor' pool. As soon as the weather starts looking ominous, press one button and a glass wall descends to separate the two sections. They need spiral staircases to navigate their three-story mega closets. The views are flawless. Who needs vacation when you wake up to this? Or this? They also take living above the law literally. This building served as the NYPD's headquarters until 1973. They can find their oasis even in the middle of New York City. Central Park is their backyard. Even their bathrooms are super posh. And they definitely need all the space they can get. This home has nine bedrooms and nine-and-a-half baths that span over four floors. FAQs

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Jessica Mai

2016-07-06T16:30:00Z

30 pictures that take you inside the luxurious homes of the super rich (1)

We've given you a glimpse into the fabulous lives of the super rich — and noted some of the outrageous things they can buy with their billions — but perhaps more representative of their extravagant lives are their lavish homes.

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Thanks to CNBC's show "Secret Lives of the Super Rich,"and Luxury Listing's new Instagram account, we get a peek into how the super rich live.

We sorted through CNBC's Instagram account,@cnbcsuperrichand @luxlistingsnyc, and gathered pictures of some of the poshest homes out there.

Dare to dream!

This is an update of a post originally published by Kathleen Elkins.

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Their penthouses look like something from the future.

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There's no need to travel to the real Arc de Triomphe when your patio looks like this.

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If the infinity pool or Jacuzzi get boring, the Atlantic is just a few strides away.

The $25M backyard trifecta: ✔️infinity pool ✔️jacuzzi ✔️Atlantic Ocean

A photo posted by #SuperRich (@cnbcsuperrich) on Nov 7, 2015 at 8:22am PST

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Their staircases are covered in gold.

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And so are their ceilings.

Work hard. Save money. Paint ceiling gold.

A photo posted by #SuperRich (@cnbcsuperrich) on Aug 18, 2015 at 8:57pm PDT

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Their home libraries make hard work a little less hard.

There's no substitute for hard work, But no one said you had to leave home to do it.

A photo posted by #SuperRich (@cnbcsuperrich) on Aug 20, 2015 at 9:00pm PDT

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And doing laundry is a little less annoying with a laundry room like this.

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Their mega-mansions are pimped with multi-million-dollar home theaters.

Happiness is a million dollar home theatre and a $7.99 Netflix subscription.

A photo posted by #SuperRich (@cnbcsuperrich) on Aug 17, 2015 at 8:32pm PDT

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And baller bowling alleys.

This baller #mansion includes a Bowling alley--- #Bowling #Baller

A photo posted by #SuperRich (@cnbcsuperrich) on Aug 9, 2015 at 6:30pm PDT

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Their living rooms are casually outfitted with palm trees. And can you spot the grand piano?

2 Palm trees, 4 sofas, a dining area and 1 grand piano... that's just the LIVING ROOM.

A photo posted by #SuperRich (@cnbcsuperrich) on Aug 15, 2015 at 7:18am PDT

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The super rich ACTUALLY sleep like kings.

A throne for sleeping

A photo posted by #SuperRich (@cnbcsuperrich) on Aug 9, 2015 at 5:21am PDT

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And their basem*nts like this.

This NYC townhouse mansion includes serious water views... in the basem*nt.

A photo posted by #SuperRich (@cnbcsuperrich) on Aug 4, 2015 at 4:15am PDT

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You'll never have to BYOB to a dinner party with the super rich.

The mega-mansion wine cellar (do NOT BYOB there's plenty to go around)

A photo posted by #SuperRich (@cnbcsuperrich) on Jun 15, 2015 at 11:54am PDT

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And there's no need to hit the town post-dinner with a home bar like this.

This is what a #superrich home bar looks like. Cheers! Watch Secret Lives of the Super Rich on March 24th at 10p ET/PT

A photo posted by #SuperRich (@cnbcsuperrich) on Mar 9, 2015 at 1:40pm PDT

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The views are flawless.

Spectacular views... from all 28 windows.

A photo posted by #SuperRich (@cnbcsuperrich) on Aug 16, 2015 at 6:51am PDT

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They also take living above the law literally. This building served as the NYPD's headquarters until 1973.

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They can find their oasis even in the middle of New York City.

A pool on Park Avenue? Yes indeed. Take a tour of the spectacular #penthouse at 1110 Park Avenue on Llnyc.com @modlin_group #parkavenue #nycpool

A photo posted by Luxury Listings NYC (@luxlistingsnyc) on May 18, 2016 at 1:13pm PDT

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Central Park is their backyard.

Now that's an a+ view if we ever saw one! Read our full story on the Demi Moore's penthouse at San Remo at llnyc.com. #sanremo #nycrealestate #nycviews

A photo posted by Luxury Listings NYC (@luxlistingsnyc) on Apr 19, 2016 at 5:44pm PDT

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Even their bathrooms are super posh.

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And they definitely need all the space they can get. This home has nine bedrooms and nine-and-a-half baths that span over four floors.

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How many homes do the super rich own? ›

That's 3.7 homes per UHNWI, on average. It's reported that in 2022, there were roughly 579,000 people worldwide with wealth that exceeded $30 million. New York, Tokyo and San Francisco are home to the most ultra wealthy individuals worldwide.

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What is secret lifestyle of the super rich? ›

Secret Lives of the Super Rich is an American television series, hosted by Robert Frank (X)', airing on CNBC. The series explores how wealthy people live, what they buy and how they travel. It regularly features mansions, luxury cars and aircraft and expensive jewelry.

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Why do rich people have such big houses? ›

For many wealthy individuals, their home is a place of refuge and privacy where they can escape from the demands and pressures of the outside world. By creating a large, luxurious space, they can maintain their privacy and create an exclusive environment that is separate from the rest of the world.

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Where do all the super rich live? ›

The wealthiest cities in the world that have the highest number of ultra-rich people include New York City, Tokyo, The Bay Area, London, Singapore, and Los Angeles, among others.

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What family owns most of the world's wealth? ›

With an estimated wealth of $305 billion, the Royal family of Abu Dhabi- Al Nahyan family— is known as the richest family in the world. The head of the Al Nahyan family, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is the ruler and President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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Who owns the biggest houses in the US? ›

Largest houses
RankAreaOwner
1178,926 sq ft (16,622.8 m2)The Biltmore Company
2110,000 sq ft (10,000 m2)Lynnewood Hall Preservation Foundation
3109,000 sq ft (10,100 m2)Gary Melius
4105,000 sq ft (9,800 m2)Richard Saghian
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What millionaires don t waste money on? ›

The 10 things that millionaires typically avoid spending their money on include credit card debt, lottery tickets, expensive cars, impulse purchases, late fees, designer clothes, groceries and household items, luxury housing, entertainment and leisure, and low-interest savings accounts.

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What do rich people do that poor people don t? ›

The wealthy invest in retirement consistently, and they also invest in education. They take care of their health and, more often than not, pay their healthcare bills without incurring medical debt. They also tend to purchase high-quality products and food.

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How to spot a secret millionaire? ›

Here are the signs so you can become more like them to generate modest wealth and work less.
  1. They didn't win the wealth lottery. ...
  2. They worship charitable acts more than they seek to become rich. ...
  3. They wake up early and work hard. ...
  4. They rarely watch TV. ...
  5. They live in a modest postcode. ...
  6. They stay fit.
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Do the rich pay off their mortgage? ›

Most have paid off their mortgages. In 2020, 58% of the state's equity millionaires owned their homes free and clear. Statewide, there has been a dramatic rise in the number of Californians who have paid off their mortgages, from 1.6 million households in 2000 to 2.4 million in 2020.

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Why do rich people pay rent? ›

Many wealthy would-be buyers can afford to wait to buy their dream home — so they're choosing to rent instead. Some may be waiting for lower rates and more homes on the market. Others may believe the housing market is overvalued, according to Realtor.com, and want to avoid overpaying for a property that may lose value.

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Why do rich people rent instead of own? ›

Most wealthy people tend to be entrepreneurial and prefer to invest in their own business or other forms of investment. Plus, not to mention all the hidden costs of owning a home such as property taxes, maintenance fees and unexpected repairs all on top of the monthly mortgage payment.

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Do rich people live on credit? ›

Wealthy people aren't afraid of borrowing. But they typically don't borrow money to live beyond their means or because they failed to save for emergencies or make a plan to cover expenses. Instead, rich people tend to use debt as a tool to help them build more wealth.

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What is the best city to live in if you are rich? ›

New York City

The Big Apple is home to 340,000 millionaires, 724 centi-millionaires, and 58 billionaires. It is the financial center of the USA and the wealthiest city in the world by several measures.

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What city in America has the most billionaires? ›

New York still leads the U.S. and the world when it comes to wealthy cities. With nearly 350,000 millionaires and 60 billionaires, the Big Apple is the richest city in America, according to the USA Wealth Report from Henley & Partners and New World Wealth.

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What percentage of millionaires own homes? ›

Real estate investment has long been a cornerstone of financial success, with approximately 90% of millionaires attributing their wealth in part to real estate holdings. In this article, we delve into the reasons why real estate is a preferred vehicle for creating millionaires and how you can leverage its potential.

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How many mansions does Mark Zuckerberg own? ›

The Facebook (now known as Meta) founder currently owns 10 homes situated all throughout California—including San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Lake Tahoe—plus several holdings on Kauai, Hawaii. Each property is far more elaborate than even your standard celebrity fare.

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Do billionaires have multiple homes? ›

Yes, many billionaires own multiple homes. Owning multiple homes can provide benefits such as having a vacation home, having a place to stay in different locations, and being able to diversify their real estate investments.

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How many ultra high net worth households are there? ›

According to The Wealth Report, Douglas Elliman and Knight Frank's flagship report – the number of ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) globally rose 4.2% in 2023 to 626,619 from 601,300 a year earlier. This increase more than reverses the decline witnessed in 2022.

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