$80M California Cliffside Compound on 12 Acres Is the Week’s Most Expensive Home

A three-lot spread on a dramatic bluff in Carpinteria, CA, has just hit the market for an astonishing $80 million, making it this week’s most expensive home.

Originally offered as part of a two-home, 22-acre family compound for $160 million, the slimmed-down, 12-acre offering includes a five-bedroom coastal retreat and two undeveloped parcels.

Other pricey properties that hit the market this week include a modern island oasis in Florida, a contemporary mansion where Kiss frontman Gene Simmons once lived, and a coastal estate Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are flipping.

For a full look at this week’s 10 most expensive homes, just scroll down.

10. 2400 Foxhall Rd NW, Washington, DC

Price: $31,900,000
Chateau style in DC: Fox News anchor Bret Baier is said to be relocating his family to Palm Beach, FL, so he’s put his mansion in the nation’s capital on the market.

The design of the five-bedroom estate, built in 2022, was inspired by an 18th-century French hotel in the Loire Valley. Ornate details include a double-height rotunda with a curved floating staircase, Italian marble, custom wine display, and limestone terraces.

The 1.4-acre lot is meticulously landscaped and includes a cobblestone motor court, marble fountain, tiered garden, heated pool, and putting green.

Amenities also include a two-story sport court with a golf simulator, fitness center, and home theater.

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9. Clear Ridge Rd, Big Sur, CA 

Price: $32,000,000
Off-grid escape: Originally hitting the market last year for $35 million, the eco-friendly, three-bedroom residence is reported to be owned by venture capitalist Bob Pavey.

This oceanfront residence designed by architect Mickey Muennig in the shape of an airplane wing is tucked away on a nature preserve and features views from San Luis Obispo to Santa Cruz.

The 3,261-square-foot home built in 2004 features a sod roof, wood ceilings, polished concrete floors, and glass walls.

The property comes with a one-bedroom guesthouse, an in-ground hot tub, miles of trails, and a sandy beach.

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8. 1091 Hillsboro Mile, Hillsboro Beach, FL 

Price: $33,000,000
Pink palace: Offering “beach-to-intracoastal” living, the property has 130 feet of beach frontage as well as 130 feet of intracoastal dockage.

The six-bedroom beauty was built in 2003 and boasts 9,552 square feet of living space. Elegant amenities include arched windows, exposed-beam ceilings, built-in bookcases, and terraces with Atlantic Ocean views.

The 1.3-acre lot also has an outdoor kitchen, fireplace, in-ground pool, and access to a private beach.

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7. 1812 SE 14th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Price: $35,000,000
Gated oasis: Located in Lauderdale Harbours overlooking the Stranahan River, this six-bedroom estate was newly renovated.

Built in 2000, the 7,221-square-foot designer dwelling features a two-story great room with a half-moon staircase surrounded by windows. Highlights include a media room, wine room, chef’s kitchen, and primary suite with a spa bathroom.

The corner lot boasts an infinity pool, spa, deep-water dockage, and two levels of lanais offering front-row views of the Intracoastal Waterway.

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6. 410 N Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach, FL 

Price: $38,500,000
Waterfront mansion: Vantage Capital Group founder Donald Uderitz purchased this seven-bedroom estate in 2016 for $9.2 million next to a home he previously sold to actor Kevin James, according to The Real Deal,

Uderitz spent millions more outfitting the 10,385-square-foot residence with lavish finishes designed by Jeffrey Strasser. Standout features include cathedral ceilings, arched windows, and marble floors. There is also a wine wall, massage room, and covered terraces.

The nearly 1-acre lot includes an in-ground pool, basketball court, and a two-bedroom guesthouse.

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5. 2650 Benedict Canyon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA

Price: $44,800,000
Contemporary in Beverly Hills: The seven-bedroom estate is where Kiss frontman Gene Simmons and his family lived and filmed the A&E reality series “Gene Simmons Family Jewels.”

Simmons sold the 16,390-square-foot residence two years ago for $16 million. Listed earlier this year for $48 million, the modernized manse features some of the finest materials, including Italian marble, and custom iron windows. The opulent primary suite has a “transparent” tub, double shower, and private balcony.

The 2-acre property comes with a knife’s-edge pool, an outdoor kitchen, and parking for 30 cars.

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4. 319 San Ysidro Rd, Montecito, CA 

Price: $46,500,000
Pompeiian court: A-list couple Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi purchased this five-bedroom home in June for $22.5 million, according to Siteline Santa Barbara. The Hollywood home flippers are looking to cash in on an astounding $24 million profit in just four months of ownership, if they get anywhere near their asking price.

Built in 1919, the gated abode features ornate ceilings, custom millwork, exposed beams, and seven fireplaces. Designed for entertaining on a grand scale, the sprawling space has an art studio, wine cellar, courtyard, and covered patio.

The 8-acre property also boasts multiple fountains, an in-ground pool with a cabana, a tennis court, and a chardonnay vineyard.

Montecito, CA

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3. 526 N Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach, FL 

Price: $49,900,000
Coming soon: This oceanfront palace offers 15,150 square feet of magnificent living space along with a temperature-controlled garage to showcase up to 20 vehicles.

Built in 2020, the seven-bedroom home comes with 150 feet of water frontage, a 50-foot dock, and a boathouse on the Intracoastal Waterway.

The multilevel interiors are lavish and include a three-story staircase, a 500-bottle wine cellar, a primary suite with a wraparound balcony, and an elevator.

The 1-acre lot comes with a tennis court, freeform pool, and waterfalls. There’s a two-bedroom guesthouse with an “epic” club room on the top floor with an onyx bar, pool table, and shuffleboard. A $100,000 golf simulator can also be found in the garages along with a workshop.

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2. 1898 Rising Glen Rd, Los Angeles, CA

Price: $78,000,000
Hollywood Hills estate: This gated mansion in the Hollywood Hills has eight bedrooms and 18 full bathrooms.

There’s a two-story entry and several living areas with floor-to-ceiling glass walls, which open to covered terraces. The corner primary suite is surrounded by walls of windows.

The 1.4-acre property includes a full spa with a gym, sauna, cold plunge, and lap pool. Out back, there’s an outdoor kitchen, infinity pool, and pickleball court.

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1. 2779/77/73 Padaro Ln, Carpinteria, CA

Price: $80,000,000
The Summit on Loon Point: This bluff-side compound comprises three separate parcels.

The lavish five-bedroom estate, which can be purchased separately for $55 million, was built in 2018 and offers 10,902 square feet of living space. There’s a wood-paneled library, chef’s kitchen, dining room with a cathedral ceiling, extravagant primary suite, and numerous terraces.

The 12-acre property includes two undeveloped lots.

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