

Words: Charlie Thomas
Now that we are creeping out of the recession, the house market is becoming increasingly competitive, especially in the major cities around the globe. These homes are on another level though, in terms of just about every conceivable aspect. They are highly sought after, largely because of their unique locations, vast interior space and unique design traits, the likes of which justifies their astronomical asking prices. These are the most expensive homes on the market right now.
2701 BROADWAY, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – £24,215,000

This incredible property boasts an incredible 16,000 square feet, unsurpassed views of the Golden Gate Bridge and even an indoor basketball court.
2701 Broadway, San Francisco, California, £24,215,100 from Savills
THE COLLECTION, BISHOPS AVENUE, LONDON – OFFERS IN EXCESS OF £35,900,000

For those after an investment opportunity, this deal will be hard to down down, providing you have a spare £35m. What your money will get you is a development site, with planning permission to build your very own mansion, complete with indoor pool, cinema and a landscaped garden.
The Collection, Bishops Avenue, London, in excess of £35,900,000 from Knight Frank
ROUND HILL ESTATE, GREENWICH, CONNECTICUT – $65,000,000

A mansion complete with 40 acres of land, a 45-foot living room and 9 bedrooms. Need we say more?
Round Hill Estate, Greenwich, Connecticut, $65,000,000 from Christies
LYNDHURST ROAD, LONDON – £46,500,000

This kind of property doesn’t come up in London very often. Featuring 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, nearly 15,000 square feet, a large garden and a swimming pool, it’s the perfect family home and then some.
Lyndhurst Road, London, £46,500,000 from Knight Frank
ONE HYDE PARK, LONDON

There aren’t quite enough adjectives to describe this apartment. Its location is unparalleled and its interior vast and luxurious to the point of being almost over-the-top. The ultimate bachelor pad, perhaps?
One Hyde Park, London, £64,999,950 from Savills