Homes in the News

Wilson, Wyoming | Jackson Hole Sotheby’s International Realty

Hot property: five ranches in the US – Financial Times
From the Hamptons to Hawaii, homes for those with agricultural or equestrian aspirations.
Gill Huff Ranch in Wilson, Wyoming, is a newly renovated property featuring original log cabins on 199 acres ideal for trail riding. The estate includes a three-bedroom main house, a two-bedroom guest house, and a spa cabin, all accessible via a private road. Located five minutes from Wilson and 15 minutes from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, the property offers stunning mountain views, a chef’s kitchen, and a fitness center, with direct access to designated horseback trails in the adjoining National Park land.

Kate Mara and Jamie Bell List LA Colonial for $5M – Architectural Digest
The Los Feliz four-bedroom is over 100 years old.
Actors Kate Mara and Jamie Bell have listed their 1922-built Colonial-style home in Los Feliz, Los Angeles, for just under $5 million.The 4,359-square-foot residence offers four bedrooms and four bathrooms, with all bedrooms and three bathrooms located upstairs.

Paramount Pioneer Adolph Zukor’s High-Spirited Home Hits the Market – Forbes
A hot spot for creatives, Paramount founder Adolph Zukor’s home hosted Hollywood’s greats.
The historic estate of Adolph Zukor, founder of Paramount Pictures, has been listed for sale. Known for its architectural significance and storied past, the property offers insight into the opulent lifestyle of Hollywood’s early moguls.

Buy a Slice of California’s Mid-century Modern History with This 1955 Pasadena House – Wallpaper
Conrad Buff II Residence has been fully restored and updated for the 21st century.
The Conrad Buff II Residence, a mid-century modern home in Pasadena, California, designed by Buff and Hensman in 1955, has been listed for sale. The single-story, four-bedroom house underwent a full renovation in 2017, preserving original features like walnut cabinetry and cork flooring, and is situated on a hillside overlooking a canyon.

In Beverly Hills, the Legendary Chimorro House, $22M – CA Home + Design
The Chimorro House, known for its architectural significance, is on the market for $22 million.
Commissioned in 1926 by the mysterious Mrs. Chimorro, the home was designed by renowned architect Roy Selden Price, a leading figure in Los Angeles’ Period Revival movement. While little is known about Mrs. Chimorro herself, she was a friend of Charlie Chaplin, who later hired Price for another project. The estate reportedly featured a secret tunnel to the Beverly Hills Hotel, an ideal feature for hosting lavish Prohibition-era parties.

Tour a Bucolic Greenwich Estate Known as ‘Orchard Hill’ Priced at $7.5M – Cottages & Gardens
A Greenwich property called Orchard Hill has hit the market for $7,495,000, and already found a buyer.
Orchard Hill, a 6.18-acre estate in Greenwich, quickly found a buyer after hitting the market for $7.495M. Originally built in 1997, the gated property underwent a renovation last year, enhancing its seven-bedroom, nine-bathroom stone-and-shingle-style main house. The estate features landscaped gardens by William Rutherford, a Har-Tru tennis court with a pavilion, and a pool terrace with a spa, pergola, and outdoor fireplace.

Hot Property: Cotuit Home Has Waterside Appeal – Boston Herald
Get the rare chance to slow down to a gentle Cape Cod pace and enjoy an idyllic waterside locale.
Homes on Cotuit’s peaceful Shoestring Bay are rare gems, and 24 Bay Road offers a unique chance to embrace Cape Cod’s serene lifestyle. With stunning west-facing water views, a private dock, and stylish updates throughout, this home seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. The primary suite, three-season porch, and various outdoor spaces provide perfect spots to relax and enjoy nature.

If You Love Homes With Glass Bricks, Here’s a $2.5M Stunner in Topanga – Dwell
Designed by Ed Niles, the crisp, white residence has floor-to-ceiling windows and a sprawling patio overlooking the ocean and downtown L.A.
Nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains, this modern Ed Niles-designed home offers stunning ocean, city, and mountain views. The two-bedroom residence features floor-to-ceiling glass walls, soaring ceilings, and an open-concept layout that flows to a spacious patio. Set on 1.6 acres, it provides unmatched privacy and breathtaking panoramas, even from the sunken tub.

Katy Compound with Custom Chicken Coop Hits the Market at $4.5 Million – Houston Culture Map
It’s the most expensive home on the market in the bustling Houston suburb.
Listed at $4.5 million, 3113 Saddlebrook Lane in Katy is the most expensive home on the market in the area. Set on 3.82 acres, the property features a main house, guest house, pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, and RV parking. The 5,947-square-foot main residence includes six bedrooms, elegant travertine flooring, a wine room, and a cozy living room with exposed beams.

Significant Sales

Romazzino, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty

Sardinian Estate Sells for More Than $160 Million in a Record Deal for Italy – Mansion Global
A sheikh’s sprawling seafront villa in Sardinia, Italy, has sold for more than €160M—breaking the record for Italy’s most expensive residential sale.
A 28-bedroom seafront villa in Romazzino, Sardinia, sold for over €160M, setting a new record for Italy’s most expensive residential sale. The 5.7-acre estate features extensive water frontage, private beaches, and was previously owned by Henry Ford II and Sheikh Ahmed Zaki Yamani.

Mary Tyler Moore’s Connecticut Estate Sells for $16.9M – Mansion Global
The late actress’s 7-acre spread had been on the market since the fall of 2023.
The late actress Mary Tyler Moore’s Georgian Colonial estate in Greenwich, Connecticut, has been sold for $16.9M after over a year on the market. Built in 1900 and designated as a historic landmark, the 13,825-square-foot home features five bedrooms, nine bathrooms, a gym with spa, a 65-foot pool, and a separate apartment. Moore and her husband purchased the property in 2006 for $9M and undertook extensive renovations.

Trends and Market Insights

Quezon City, Philippines | Philippines Sotheby’s International Realty

Brokerage Beat: News from United, eXp, SERHANT., and more – Real Estate News
Sotheby’s International Realty enters the Philippines.
Sotheby’s International Realty is opening its 18th office in Asia. The new location in Makati, Philippines, will be led by Catherine Ocariz-Florencio, an industry professional with over 15 years of experience.

Top DC Small Team Joins TTR Sotheby’s International Realty – Inman
A leading small team in Washington, D.C. joins TTR Sotheby’s International Realty.
HRLS Partners, including Robert Hryniewicki, Adam Rackliffe, Christopher Leary, and Micah Smith, transitioned from Washington Fine Properties to TTR Sotheby’s International Realty. With a combined career sales volume of $2.42B and approximately 1,300 transactions, they were ranked the No. 2 small team in Washington, D.C., in 2024.

Why Condo Prices Are Soaring in the Land of Ultra-Rich Lawn-Lovers – The New York Post
A tony home in Palm Beach once meant a columned Mediterranean Revival estate flanked by century-old palm trees. These days, an apartment will do.
In Palm Beach, luxurious homes once meant grand Mediterranean Revival estates, but now upscale apartments are just as desirable. The island of Palm Beach and West Palm Beach, separated by the Lake Worth Lagoon, have historically been known for their private homes, including iconic estates like Mar-a-Lago. However, the COVID-19 pandemic brought a wave of billionaires, transforming the market. West Palm Beach, in particular, is undergoing a renaissance, driven by Stephen Ross’s investments in education and office space, earning it the nickname “Wall Street South.”

King Beds: Cabana Prices Push Past $1 Million in Palm Beach – The New York Post
Scoring a piece of pool-front real estate in Palm Beach takes more than tossing down a towel — a reserved bed for fun in the sun now costs as much as $1 million. 
Palm Beach and West Palm Beach have experienced a surge in luxury real estate prices, driven by an influx of billionaires and new developments. High-rise luxury condos along Flagler Drive, such as the Bristol and South Flagler House, have become prominent, with prices reaching new heights. Additionally, poolside cabanas in Palm Beach have become highly coveted, with some selling for up to $1 million due to high demand and limited availability.

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