Michael Caine – London, £1 Million
For an actor who’s played everything from Cockney charmers to Batman’s butler, Michael Caine’s London home is a masterclass in understated luxury. Tucked in Surrey’s greenery, the property was bought in 2002 for around £1 million and sprawls over 1,100 square metres.
It’s not dripping in gold leaf or velvet drapes, but it oozes effortless British elegance: solid architecture, roomy interiors, and gardens perfect for a quiet read. Michael, now a celebrated author and double Oscar winner, has spent decades shaping cinema with classics like "The Italian Job" and "The Dark Knight." This house, like his career, is built on substance, style, and staying power.
Kelly Osbourne – Los Feliz, £2.9 Million
In 2018, Kelly Osbourne bought a striking mid-century modern home in Los Feliz for around £2.9 million. Known from "The Osbournes" and her sharp fashion police commentary, she landed a property with steel-and-glass architecture, mint-green cabinetry, open-plan living, and floor-to-ceiling windows that pull in California light.
Sitting on a quarter-acre, it has wraparound decks, two bedrooms, a den, and a saltwater pool overlooking the hills. Designed in 1963 by architect Phil Brown, it keeps its original character while adding high-end updates, making it one of the more architecturally significant celebrity homes in the neighbourhood. It’s bold, unapologetic and just the right amount of eccentric like Kelly herself.
Harry Styles – Los Angeles, £5.5 Million
Fresh off the buzz that Harry’s playlist just hit an all-time streaming high, it’s perfect timing to peek into one of his most talked-about investments: his former Los Angeles hideaway. In 2016, Harry Styles, the British singer-songwriter who rose to fame in One Direction before becoming a solo sensation, snapped up a sleek Hollywood Hills residence for approximately £5.5 million.
The modern four-bedroom, six-bathroom abode sits on about a quarter of an acre and flaunts disappearing glass walls, multi-level terraces, panoramic city-to-ocean views, plus a home theatre and gym. He offloaded it in 2019 for roughly £4.8 million, reflecting a rare real-estate loss for pop royalty.
Tom Hardy – Richmond, £2 Million
After a stalking incident made him rethink the spotlight, Tom Hardy decided privacy was worth every penny. In 2013, the "Mad Max: Fury Road" and "Peaky Blinders" star spent about £2 million on a Georgian stunner in Richmond, an area where Mick Jagger and Richard Ashcroft are practically neighbours.
The house has all the right details: classic brickwork, soaring ceilings, and a ballroom that’s practically begging for grand parties or a stylish makeover. Surrounded by leafy streets and a calm, village-like atmosphere, it offers him space to breathe without giving up sophistication. It’s understated, elegant, and as magnetic as Hardy himself.
Zayn Malik – Bel Air, £2.4 Million
Fresh from melting Instagram with a rare snap of him and daughter Khai at a BLACKPINK concert, Zayn Malik’s softer side is stealing hearts again. But rewind to 2015, when he was making different headlines, like dropping £2.4 million on a mid-century ranch in Bel Air.
Spread over nearly an acre, the place is pure understated cool: polished concrete floors, sliding glass walls, and that unforgettable galaxy-lit ceiling. He reworked the original three-bedroom into two plus a fully kitted sound studio, perfect for late-night sessions. Add a pool, spa, firepit, and sweeping canyon views, and you’ve got a home built for both privacy and serious creative work.
Adele – Los Angeles, £47 Million
Adele, the chart-smashing British powerhouse, dropped a staggering £47 million in 2022 on Sylvester Stallone’s palatial Beverly Park estate, and it is pure Hollywood theatre. Behind the grand gates sprawls 1.6 hectares of manicured bliss, with eight lavish bedrooms, twelve marble-clad bathrooms, a two-storey entrance hall, private cinema, gym, cigar lounge, custom bar and an infinity pool shimmering under the California sun.
There’s even a putting green for a cheeky round. The quirkiest touch? She made Stallone’s life-size, bronzed Rocky statue by the pool a condition of the sale. Imagine sipping champagne here, surrounded by glamour, music history and a splash of movie legend.
Paul McCartney – New York, £12 Million
Not all Beatles stories end on a high note, and Paul McCartney’s former New York pad proves it. In 2015, he dropped a cool £12 million on a Fifth Avenue penthouse with soaring glass walls, epic Central Park views, and enough marble to make an oligarch sweat.
It had major 1960s flair, though maybe a bit too much with groovy tiles and shaggy carpets begging for retirement. By 2022, the shine had dulled. He offloaded it for just £6 million, slicing the price like a sad encore. Still, with multiple homes, countless Grammys, and an MBE, he’s not exactly crying into a cup of tea over that property plot twist.
David Beckham – Cotswolds, £6.15 Million
David Beckham splits his time between global business meetings and the calm of the English countryside. In 2017, the former England captain and current co-owner of Inter Miami bought a £6.15 million estate in the Cotswolds.
The Grade II-listed farmhouse sits on almost nine acres, complete with a restored barn, outdoor pool, sauna and a football pitch perfect for family games. Inside, exposed beams and stone walls mix with modern comforts, creating a home that feels warm yet refined. When he is not overseeing his MLS club or working with global brands, he spends time here with his family, enjoying the calm that comes with life in the countryside.
Gordon Ramsay – Cornwall, £7.5 Million
Cornwall locals are used to celebrity sightings, but Gordon Ramsay took it a step further in 2016 by buying a slice of coastal paradise. He dropped £4 million on Daymer Bay House in Trebetherick, a six-bedroom home with 4.5 bathrooms, a pool, a tennis court, and sweeping sea views across a full hectare of land.
It was the perfect fit for a chef who thrives on space and style. Then came the real kicker. In 2022, he sold it for £7.5 million, setting a new record for the most expensive property sale in Cornwall. That’s a £3.5 million profit, almost as satisfying as a Michelin star.
Cheryl Cole – Hertfordshire, £5 Million
You’d never guess it from the quiet lane outside, but Cheryl Cole’s Hertfordshire place is the sort of home that makes estate agents swoon. She bought it in 2015 for about £5 million, and it’s all clean modern lines, big airy rooms and that kind of designer kitchen you’d be scared to actually cook in.
The place even bagged an International Property Award, which tells you just how polished it is. There’s space for everything, from cosy nights in to red-carpet-level entertaining. At one point, she was renting it out for £19K a month, proving it’s not just beautiful, it’s seriously in demand.
Idris Elba – London, £966K
It turns out Idris Elba doesn’t just win awards; he also wins at real estate. His London pad, snapped up in 2008 for about £966K, is pure understated cool. Think lofty ceilings, crisp lines, and interiors that look like they belong in a GQ spread. The monochrome palette makes everything feel sharper, while open spaces keep it airy and inviting.
It’s a home that works as well for a quiet night in as it does for a post-DJ-set wind-down. Between blockbuster shoots, directing gigs, and music projects, Idris keeps this Hackney base close to Shoreditch, a nod to his early days spinning vinyl for packed East End crowds.
Pep Guardiola – Salford, £2.7 million.
Pep Guardiola has never been one for cookie-cutter choices. In 2017, the Manchester City manager, whose trophy haul includes multiple Premier League titles and a historic treble, bought a £2.7 million apartment in Salford’s City Suites. It is more of a luxury retreat than a typical home, with an 18-metre spa pool, sauna, gym, private concierge and on-site dry-cleaner.
Two secure parking spaces accommodate cars, though with Manchester’s city centre on the doorstep, walking is just as tempting. The spot suits a man who spends his days at the Etihad shaping one of football’s most dominant teams and then steps out into a neighbourhood buzzing with restaurants, bars, and late-night energy.
Jürgen Klopp – Formby, £4.25K Per Month
Ever wonder where Jürgen Klopp went after the Anfield roar finally faded? It turns out that Liverpool FC quietly owned a swanky seven-bedroom mansion on “Millionaire’s Row” in Formby, where Jürgen moved in rent-free in 2019. The place was fit for a footballing king: three living rooms, a cinema, an indoor pool, a two-storey gym, a jacuzzi, sauna, solarium and even a trophy display room.
When he left in 2024, the club put it up for sale at £4.25 million, and it promptly became Rightmove’s most-clicked listing of the year. Not bad for a manager who knows how to score on and off the pitch.
Andrew Garfield – Beverly Hills, £2 Million
If you’ve ever watched Andrew Garfield light up the screen in "The Amazing Spider-Man," you can probably picture him loving a place with just the right mix of charm and cool. In 2012, he and then-girlfriend Emma Stone snagged a Beverly Hills hideaway for about £2 million—and it wasn’t just any house. This beauty once belonged to Dudley Moore.
Inside, it sprawls over roughly 360 square metres, with four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, soaring wood-beam ceilings, and a dramatic double-height living room. Step outside through those French doors and it’s pure California daydream: lush garden, sparkling pool, and enough deck space for either a quiet coffee or an A-list soirée.
Steve McManaman – Manchester, £6.9 Million
Champions League medals are in the cabinet, Premier League titles are in the memory, and Steve McManaman still knows how to live in style. His Manchester home in Cheshire is said to be worth around £6.9 million. Think sprawling 40-acre grounds, elegant sash windows, and reception rooms that could host a post-match party or two.
The former Liverpool and Real Madrid winger has filled it with understated luxury rather than blinding flash. Now working as a pundit and La Liga ambassador, he enjoys a space that’s as much about comfort as it is about class. It’s the sort of property that fits a man with football history running through his veins.
Jamie Dornan – Los Angeles, £2.3 Million
It is very on brand that Jamie Dornan, the man who made Christian Grey a household name, would go for a home that is equal parts seductive and statement-making. In 2016, he bought a Nichols Canyon mid-century modern for around £2.3 million, and the place is a masterclass in California cool.
At its centre sits a glass-walled atrium, surrounded by four bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. A double-sided stone fireplace divides the living room, while the dining space spills out to a pool, spa, firepit and layered deck with canyon views. He sold it a couple of years later, but it remains one of his most stylish moves.
Frank Lampard – London, £4 Million
Frank Lampard is keeping his coaching boots firmly on after guiding Coventry City to 5th place in the Championship and narrowly missing out on the play-off semi-finals. While he’s stirring up a storm in the dugout, let’s rewind to the place he calls home.
In 2004, Frank, the Chelsea legend and England’s midfield maestro, shelled out about £4 million for a sprawling Surrey mansion situated across two acres of landscaped perfection. Imagine an evening pool dip, a sauna session or a tennis match after a long training day. It’s a luxurious sanctuary, just the sort of retreat a football brain like his needs to reboot for the next big match.
Tom Baker – Shropshire, £675K
Few actors can claim a home with as much personality as Tom Baker’s former Shropshire retreat. Bought in 1983, Lower House in Hopton Castle is a half-timbered gem from the 15th and 16th centuries, complete with a tower linked to a Civil War stronghold.
The four-time BAFTA nominee and legendary "Doctor Who" star didn’t just live there; he championed its history, helping secure a £1 million Heritage Lottery grant to protect the neighbouring medieval castle. After three decades of ownership, he put the property on the market in 2013 for about £675K, offering buyers a slice of architectural heritage with a dash of sci-fi legacy.
Arsène Wenger – Barnet, Undisclosed Value
Arsène Wenger has always favoured substance over flash, and his home is no exception. In 1999, the former Arsenal manager, now FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development, chose a Barnet property in the quiet, green pocket of Totteridge. It is tasteful rather than showy, with tree-lined streets, generous space and just enough seclusion to keep curious eyes at a distance.
The detached house offers multiple reception rooms, a landscaped garden, a private driveway, and easy access to both Totteridge & Whetstone Underground and London’s training grounds. Its location places him within 16 km of central London while keeping him in one of the capital’s most exclusive suburban enclaves.
Tammy Abraham – London, Undisclosed Value
Tammy Abraham’s London home has the kind of presence you’d expect from a striker who’s played for Chelsea, Roma and now Beşiktaş. Stylish, spacious and set in an upscale part of the city, it made headlines for more than its looks in 2024 when burglars tried their luck.
Tammy was away, but his phone pinged with a 3 a.m. alert from the security system. CCTV showed intruders hauling something from the garden before making a quick exit. It is the sort of property that draws attention on and off the pitch—proof that even at home, life for a top-flight footballer can still feel like stoppage time drama.
Daniel Craig – Spilsby, £6 Million
Daniel Craig might have hung up his Bond tux in 2021, but his taste for the finer things is alive and thriving in the Lincolnshire countryside. In 2019, he picked up a sprawling £6 million estate in Spilsby, complete with sweeping gardens, a private lake, and enough land to make even the most discreet MI6 hideout look cramped.
The historic mansion oozes old-world charm, with grand fireplaces, timber beams, and a library perfect for plotting the next blockbuster move. Away from the cameras, he shares the estate with wife Rachel Weisz, enjoying country life with just the right amount of cinematic drama. Somewhere, Q is nodding in approval.
Sunny Leone – Los Angeles, £4.3 Million
Sunny Leone gave herself the ultimate birthday gift in 2017: a sprawling bungalow in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, her little country-style paradise just a short drive from the Hollywood sign. Spread across nearly one acre, the property boasts five bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen, a home theatre, and a sun-soaked patio leading to a turquoise swimming pool.
The landscaped gardens host outdoor dining areas perfect for California evenings. She shares the home with husband Daniel Weber and their three children, balancing family life with film shoots, business ventures, and her cosmetics brand. She uses the property as a base for both her Hollywood and Bollywood commitments.
Piers Morgan – Beverly Hills, £4.2 Million
Piers Morgan didn’t cross the Atlantic in 2009 just to rough it; he went straight for a £4.2 million Beverly Hills spread that screams “made it.” It’s got that laid-back Mediterranean vibe, but dialled up for someone who likes things a little flash.
Five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a pool glistening under the California sun, and an outdoor bar that feels like it was built for opinionated dinner parties. There’s even a tucked-away staff room, because of course there is. You can picture him holding court on the terrace, gin in hand, firing off hot takes while the Hollywood Hills glitter in the background.
Mia Malkova – Oregon, £3 Million
You know that feeling when you spot a fairy-tale castle and wonder who calls that place home? In 2021, Mia Malkova, who shot to fame as one of the world’s most popular adult performers and now builds her brand streaming on Twitch, scooped up a real-life castle in Portland for about £3 million.
This 13,000-square-foot French-style fantasy took three years to build, and it looks every inch the part—ceiling fresco, two-storey library, indoor cinema, and even the biggest ceiling clock dial in Oregon. Ownership gave her more than a home; it bought her cinematic storytelling space with turrets, towers, and flair.
Louis Tomlinson – Hollywood Hills, £5.8 Million
Louis Tomlinson’s Hollywood Hills hideaway has all the trimmings of a chart-topper. Bought in 2016 for around £5.8 million, the 6,000-square-foot Spanish-style property mixes rustic arches with sharp, modern edges. Four bedrooms and six bathrooms mean plenty of space, while the home theatre and bar are built for off-duty nights.
The infinity pool stretches towards the skyline, offering uninterrupted views of Los Angeles glittering below. Palm trees edge the terrace, adding just enough drama without stealing the spotlight. It’s the kind of place where a star can switch from studio mode to poolside in seconds, with a cityscape that’s as polished as any of his stage sets.
John Cleese – Montecito, £22 Million
Comedy royalty deserves an estate with personality, and John Cleese’s former Montecito home had it in spades. Bought in 1999, this 16-acre beauty came with Mediterranean gardens, cactus beds, and a vegetable plot that probably saw more sun than most Brits get in a year.
The equestrian facilities were next-level: a 16,000-square-foot stable with 24 stalls, a riding arena, and a supporting cast of alpacas, llamas, emus, and pheasants. Inside, elegant living spaces matched the charm outside, with room to write scripts or just enjoy the California breeze. By 2007, it was on the market for £22 million, sealing its status as prime A-list real estate.
Joe Swash and Stacey Solomon – Essex, £1.3 Million
Pickle Cottage sounds quaint, but inside it’s pure Essex star power. Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash snapped up the Tudor-style home in 2021 for £1.3 million, setting it on 2.5 acres of countryside calm. There are five bedrooms, a pastel-toned swimming pool, a mermaid-themed bathroom and a Wendy House that could give some real homes competition.
It’s where family chaos meets curated Instagram content, complete with six kids, DIY projects and even a kitchen garden that grows more than just veggies. Stacey’s homeware and beauty ventures have touched every corner, turning it into both a business backdrop and a personal sanctuary.
Barbara Bach – Colorado, £2.36 Million
Bond girls don’t just make an entrance on screen; they make them in real estate, too. Barbara Bach, famed for playing Anya Amasova in The Spy Who Loved Me, snapped up her Colorado retreat with Ringo Starr in 1991 for about £800K. Set on 15 acres along the Roaring Fork River, the ranch-style haven featured three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 3,200 square feet of warm, log-cabin charm.
Floor-to-ceiling windows framed the kind of mountain views you’d expect in a glossy travel mag. By 2014, the Shoot N’ Starr property was back on the market for £2.36 million, proving even her getaway spots have blockbuster-level returns.
Gareth Southgate – North Yorkshire, £3.25 Million
Gareth Southgate might be best known for waistcoats and keeping his cool under pressure, but his North Yorkshire home proves he has solid taste off the pitch too. In 2006, he paid around £3.25 million for Swinsty Hall, a Grade I-listed Elizabethan manor that sits pretty near Harrogate.
It comes with 4.5 acres, so there’s room for a penalty shootout or two, plus a view over Swinsty Reservoir that could calm even the tensest manager. Inside, there are six bedrooms, five bathrooms, a wine cellar, a library and a cinema. It’s grand without trying too hard, and it's precisely the sort of place you can imagine Gareth enjoying a quiet cuppa.
Ringo Starr – England, £5 Million
Tittenhurst Park wasn’t just a home for Ringo Starr; it was practically a piece of rock history wrapped in Georgian brickwork. He snapped it up in 1973 from John Lennon, inheriting not just sweeping lawns and grand rooms but also Lennon’s fully kitted recording studio.
Ringo rebranded it as Startling Studios, where acts like T. Rex and Def Leppard came to lay down tracks. Sitting in Sunningdale, Berkshire, the estate sprawled with over 30 rooms, ideally suited to a Beatle’s lifestyle. By 1988, he parted ways with it for a cool £5 million, selling to Sheikh Zayed, cementing its status as one of Britain’s most iconic celebrity property deals.
Alan Shearer – Darras Hall, £1.25 Million
Alan Shearer knows a thing or two about sticking close to home turf. The Premier League’s record goal scorer still calls the North East his base, splitting his time between Match of the Day punditry and life in Darras Hall.
This isn’t just any neighbourhood; it’s the North East’s “millionaire’s row,” where average house prices hover around £1.25 million and the hedges are high enough to keep even the nosiest fan at bay. His place sits on Runnymede Road, tucked among fellow football royalty. There’s space to breathe, space to entertain, and space to never, ever have to queue at the bar again.
Dhani Harrison – Los Angeles, £3.1 Million
Waterfront living clearly runs in the Harrison bloodline. Dhani Harrison snapped up his Venice Beach canal-side home in 2008, a three-storey modernist beauty with 2,826 square feet of airy interiors and sunlit spaces. It came with a rooftop deck offering 360-degree views, plus multiple balconies perfectly positioned for those golden California sunsets.
In 2019, he put it on the market for around £3.1 million, a handsome leap from its purchase price. Known for his work as a musician and composer, Dhani has scored films and released solo albums while guarding the legacy of his father, George Harrison. The property matched his style: understated, creative, and quietly enviable.
Leona Lewis – Hollywood Hills, £1.45 Million
Leona Lewis didn’t just win "The X Factor" in 2006; she secured a seat at Hollywood’s high table with a stunning Nichols Canyon address. In 2009, she spent around £1.45 million on a 3,946-square-foot Mediterranean-style retreat tucked behind private gates.
Four bedrooms, four bathrooms and a detached guest house with a gym make it a true all-in-one escape. The crisp, all-white interiors feel effortlessly polished, while lush gardens frame a pool built for perfect Los Angeles weather. For a chart-topping powerhouse who’s sold millions of records worldwide, it’s a home that hits every note of style, comfort and star-level privacy.
Cristiano Ronaldo – Manchester, £5 Million
August 2025 gave the world a new Ronaldo headline: Cristiano is officially engaged to Georgina Rodríguez, and that ring? An oval-cut diamond worth over £4 million that could blind you from across a football pitch. Fitting, really, for a man who’s been living like royalty since his 2021 Manchester United comeback.
His £5 million Cheshire mansion is pure show-off territory: seven bedrooms, an indoor pool, sauna, cinema, and courts for both tennis and padel. The gym is the kind only a five-time Ballon d’Or winner could call “home.” And there’s a chic guest barn, because even in love, space and style are non-negotiable.
Joan Collins – California, £2.2 Million
There’s something effortlessly chic about the way Joan Collins lives, and her California home is no exception. In 2007, the Dynasty star bought her £2.2 million apartment on the 25th floor of the famed Sierra Towers, and it’s every inch the definition of polished.
With 210 square metres of space, the interiors are finished in marble, granite, and high-gloss surfaces that catch the light just so. Floor-to-ceiling windows open to a balcony with sweeping views of the city, the mountains, and the Pacific. It feels private, stylish, and perfectly suited to someone who’s spent a lifetime mastering the art of glamour.
George Mackay – London, Undisclosed Price
George Mackay’s London base is every bit as understated as the man himself. He moved in around 2019, fresh off the global success of 1917 and with a résumé already stacked with gems like Captain Fantastic and Femme. Exact figures for the property are hush-hush, but whispers put it in the comfortably high six figures.
Think bright open spaces, minimalist touches, and just enough personality to hint at the thoughtful actor who lives there. It’s a calm retreat from red carpets and film sets, where scripts are read over coffee and the only explosions are coming from his next award-bait role.
Kelly Macdonald – Glasgow, £500K
West End elegance clearly has Kelly Macdonald’s heart. The “Trainspotting” and “Boardwalk Empire” star secured her Glasgow flat in 2014 for around £500K, choosing red sandstone character over soulless new builds. Tucked into one of the city’s leafiest enclaves, it offers high ceilings, sash windows, and the kind of communal gardens that make you forget you’re in the middle of Scotland’s cultural capital.
It’s a far cry from Hollywood mansions, yet perfectly in step with her understated charm. Known for roles in “No Country for Old Men” and “Line of Duty,” she continues to balance film and television work while raising two sons in one of Scotland’s most desirable postcodes.
Eamonn Holmes – Surrey, £3.6 Million
Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford once shared a Surrey mansion that wouldn’t look out of place on "How the Other Half Lives." Purchased around 2014 and valued at about £3.6 million, the property boasted six bedrooms, designer fittings, and enough room to rival a small hotel—complete with a Jacuzzi, luxury kitchen, and space to host full family dinners.
Ruth made headlines in 2025 when she secured a severance of joint tenancy, legally ensuring her share of the home remains hers to pass on as she chooses. It’s a house that mirrored the power couple’s peak; luxurious, high-profile, and now entangled in major headlines.
Jude Law – Maida Vale, £3.5 Million
Jude Law clearly knows a thing or two about real estate drama, because his Maida Vale townhouse could win awards of its own. He snapped it up in 2008 for around £3.5 million after spending four years as a tenant, clearly deciding it was too good to give back.
Spread over four floors, the Georgian gem boasts up to five bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and a dining room straight out of a countryside farmhouse fantasy. Deep reds and warm tones add a touch of theatre, naturally. By 2013, Jude had it back on the market for £4.35 million, proving even his homes have impeccable timing and box-office-worthy appeal.
Rishi Sunak – Kensington, £7 Million
Kensington isn’t short on posh pads, but Rishi Sunak’s place plays in its own league. Bought in 2010 for around £4.5 million, this four-storey mews home makes understated luxury look effortless. Think five bedrooms, four bathrooms, elegant reception spaces and a walled garden that feels like a private green oasis.
No marble fountains or golden gates here, just pure, polished sophistication. Fast forward to 2025, and estate agents estimate it’s worth about £7 million, thanks to its prime SW7 postcode and meticulous upkeep. In a neighbourhood where square footage costs more than a small yacht, this address is as much an investment as it is a residence.
Kate Beckinsale – Los Angeles, £2.9 Million
Kate Beckinsale’s Los Angeles home has that rare mix of comfort, privacy, and star power. Snapped up in 2006 for around £2.6 million, the Brentwood beauty stretches over 3,600 square feet and has four bedrooms, five bathrooms, and timeless design details like exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, and French doors that spill onto a leafy garden.
Outside, there’s a wooden footbridge, spa tub and even an alfresco shower tucked away behind the greenery. She put the place back on the market in 2021 for nearly £2.9 million. With a film career spanning “Underworld,” “Serendipity”, and beyond, she knows how to curate a space with quiet, effortless flair.
J.K. Rowling – Edinburgh, £400K
J.K. Rowling doesn’t just cast spells with words; she casts them on property listings, too. In 2011, she picked up a charming home in Merchiston, Edinburgh, for around £400K, sneaking it in under her husband’s name like a literary ninja. It wasn’t a Hogwarts-sized castle, but it did sit close to her childhood stomping ground, which inspired elements of the Harry Potter universe.
Before that, she waved goodbye to her turreted Victorian mansion, which sold in 2012 for a cool £2.8 million. That’s where she wrote four Potter books, built two treehouses, and likely turned down Muggle neighbours asking to "borrow a wand."
Steven Gerrard – Merseyside, £3 Million
Steven Gerrard is spending less time on the touchline and more time in front of the camera, working as a pundit for TNT Sports ahead of the Champions League final between PSG and Inter Milan. But his real escape is back in Merseyside.
In 2005, the Liverpool legend and former England captain bought a six-bedroom, five-bathroom mansion in Formby, hidden away on the area’s famous Millionaire’s Row. The place has a cinema, spa, two-storey gym, solarium, sauna and a swimming pool, all set within private grounds. It is grand yet welcoming, a home that fits a man who has spent his life in the spotlight.
Raj Kundra – Mumbai, £7.6 Million
Tucked along Mumbai’s glitziest stretch, Raj Kundra’s Juhu flat has all the makings of real-estate royalty. Acquired in 2022 and transferred to his wife, Shilpa Shetty, for a jaw-dropping ₹80 crore (around £7.6 million), this luxurious property is tabloid bait.
The home hit headlines again in 2024 when Indian authorities attached assets worth ₹97.8 crore, including this residence, amid a Bitcoin investment investigation. Raj, best known as a British-Indian businessman with a flair for controversial ventures and high-profile headlines, didn’t just buy a home; he secured a spotlight. It’s plush, expensive, and tangled in legal drama—just how he seems to like it.
Daniel Radcliffe – Melbourne, £1.6 Million
Even Harry Potter needed a stylish crash pad down under. In 2004, Daniel Radcliffe bought a luxe two-bedroom apartment in Toorak, Melbourne, while filming “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.” It cost around £1.4 million and had sweeping views of the Yarra River, sleek open-plan interiors, and a secure, celebrity-friendly postcode.
Once he turned 18, the apartment was officially transferred to him. By 2015, it was listed for £1.6 million before eventually selling in 2021 to his parents’ company for roughly the same figure. Not bad for a magical side property with a neat profit and its own Aussie plot twist.