Bel-Air Beauty: A Newly Constructed $65M Mansion Is the Week’s Most Expensive Home

by Kellie Speed

Some things in life are worth the wait.

Just ask California interior designer César Giraldo, who, along with architectural firm Tag Front, painstakingly designed and curated this $65 million modern masterpiece in Bel-Air.

Seven years in the making, the magnificent new build is this week’s most expensive home on Realtor.com®. It was originally listed at the beginning of the year for a staggering $68 million, now reduced by $3 million.

Other pricey properties to hit the market this week include a Florida contemporary once owned by Cher, a collection of cottages on Lake Tahoe, and a Texas ranch that includes a winery and vineyard.

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

10. 211 S Muirfield Rd, Los Angeles, CA

Price: $23,000,000
Golf course setting: This Spanish Revival estate sits on the eighth green of Wilshire Country Club.

The eight-bedroom mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was built in 1926 by architect Roland Coate for socialite Eva K. Fudger. The 10,179-square-foot residence later became the home of film producer and aviator Howard Hughes.

The modernized interior boasts a family room with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and a chef’s kitchen with polished brass countertops.

Other luxurious details include a screening room, a 2,500-bottle wine vault, an attached guest residence, and an outdoor kitchen with a stone pizza oven.

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9. 9303 Hawk Shadow Ln, Delray Beach, FL

Price: $23,995,000
Villa Ananda: The design of this reimagined 11,457-square-foot contemporary was inspired in part by the boutique hotel chain Aman Resorts, the listing notes.

The six-bedroom, resort-style mansion underwent “a significant addition and extensive ultra-luxury upgrades in 2019,” according to the listing.

The one-level estate is tucked away in Stone Creek Ranch, a private enclave of just 37 homes that comes with 24/7 security. Highlights include stained European white oak floors, a primary suite with a “resting room,” and nine air-conditioned garage bays. A covered lanai, fireplace, and built-in grill are out back.

The 2.5-acre lot offers lake views from nearly every room.

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8. Santa Barbara, CA

Price: $25,000,000
Villa Del Mare: This vast 287-acre property anchored by a six-bedroom mansion overlooks Santa Barbara‘s Gaviota Coast near Refugio State Beach.

Offering mountain and ocean views, the mansion was built in 2015 and measures 13,900 square feet. The interiors are modern with California charm. The one-level, open floor plan boasts fireplaces in the living and family rooms.

Designed for entertaining, the enormous property comes with a wine cellar, media room, in-ground pool, numerous patios, and a guesthouse. The property includes a helipad, solar energy, and a private well for off-grid living.

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7. 1955 Glenbrook Rd, Glenbrook, NV

Price: $25,000,000
Five boutique cottages: Here’s an opportunity to own five cozy cottages at Lake Tahoe’s Shakespeare Ranch.

The lakefront retreat provides a total of five bedrooms, five full baths, two living rooms, multiple kitchens, one enclosed sitting deck, and four exterior decks.

Nestled in the Glenbrook Community and offering views of Mount Tallac and Emerald Bay, the property is “reminiscent of a private luxury resort.” Membership to the Glenbrook Club, a nine-hole golf course, is optional. The location is close to restaurants and outdoor activities.

The 1.2-acre lot comes with two private buoys, shared use of a deep-water pier (no boatlifts included), and a beach.

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6. 18654 County Road 418, Tyler, TX

Price: $26,500,000
Rio Neches Ranch: This sprawling estate anchors a 1,200-acre lot, which also includes a horse, cow, and hay operation as well as a winery and vineyard.

The 9,000-square-foot home was built in 2011 and features many luxurious details, including an arched, double-door grand entry. The open floor plan offers soaring ceilings and walls of window. The chef’s kitchen has a commercial-grade range and other high-end appliances.

Located along miles of the Neches River, the massive property is also home to the Pelle Legna Winery and vineyard. It even has its own boat house, fishing pier, bar, and game room, which is said to have hosted some of the state’s most popular entertainers.

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5. 13187 Chalon Rd, Los Angeles, CA

Price: $29,888,000
Allure: Developer and designer Ramtin Ray Nosrati crafted an ultraluxe living experience with this seven-bedroom mountainside manse on a 1.3-acre lot.

The 14,000-square-foot home features over-the-top finishes, including a home theater with a starlit ceiling, a 30-foot living moss wall, a pickleball court, a putting green, and a Michael Jordan-inspired basketball court.

The chef’s kitchen has a triple waterfall island and a commercial-grade, walk-in refrigerator. The 3,000-square-foot primary wing has a two-sided fireplace, a lounge, and dual changing rooms. There is even a bar, wine room, rooftop deck, sauna, and spa with a fitness center.

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4. 64 Lagorce Cir, Miami Beach, FL

Price: $42,500,000
La Gorce Island living: This Spanish contemporary island estate with 158 feet of linear water frontage was once owned by pop icon Cher.

Offering 12,450 square feet of living space, the six-bedroom residence features arched doors, dual grand staircases, Brazilian oak flooring, and double-height ceilings.

The open floor plan includes “social salons,” an art deco bar, and a media room. The first-floor primary suite comes with a sitting room and a private terrace.

Outside, there is a resort-style pool, hot tub, cold plunge, sauna, and pool house. The property is just one of 30 homes located in an ultra-exclusive enclave with 24/7 security.

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3. 13800 US Highway 101, Goleta, CA

Price: $45,000,000
The Hacienda Ranch: This 3,100-acre property features multiple structures, including a ranch house designed by George Washington Smith.

The Hacienda Ranch at El Rancho Tajiguas was built in 1924 and features additions by Cliff May. The four-bedroom home is outfitted with “turn-of-the-century California adobe architecture,” including Mexican tile and two fireplaces.

The enormous property comes with rangeland, agricultural operations, 15 wells, and six reservoirs. There are also two cottages, a manager’s home, and 14 employee homes on the sprawling site.

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2. 545 Indian Field Rd, Greenwich, CT

Price: $57,995,000
Waterfront wonder: This Georgian Colonial constructed in 2014 got its design inspiration from the original 1928 stone building on the property.

Overlooking Long Island Sound, this six-bedroom abode sits on a 1.6-acre lot on a peaceful cove and comes with a private beach, pool, and dock.

The 12,492 square feet of living space includes a reading room, a wood-paneled library with a fireplace, and a double-height living room with a barrel ceiling. The primary suite has two dressing rooms, a tray ceiling, a soaking tub, a sauna and steam shower, and a private balcony.

Luxe amenities include a wine storage room, a mirrored exercise room, and a whole-house generator.

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1. 1859 Bel Air Rd, Los Angeles, CA

Price: $65,000,000
Curated estate: Seven years in the making, this exquisite glass mansion offers 20,000 square feet of luxurious living space. The home was designed by award-winning architectural firm Tag Front, with interiors curated by world-famous designer César Giraldo.

Encased in glass, the three-level home has nine bedrooms and 13 bathrooms. Stunning details include a curved staircase made of steel and aluminum and interiors marked by clean lines and eye-catching designs.

The 1.4-acre gated lot features numerous terraces and an infinity pool.