Most Expensive Homes in London
Here are some of the most expensive homes in London, showcasing current listings and record-breaking sales:
Ultra‑Prime Mansions & Townhouses
– 2–8a Rutland Gate (Knightsbridge)
- This vast 45‑bedroom mansion spans ~62,000 sq ft and overlooks Hyde Park.
- It set a UK sales record at £210 million in 2020.
- Built by combining four Victorian terraced homes with opulent interiors (e.g., gold‑leaf, underground pool, bullet‑proof windows).
– The Holme (Regent’s Park)
- A 40‑bed, 29,000 sq ft Regency mansion with a private lake, tennis court, underground pool.
- Originally listed at £250 million in 2023; sold for about £138.9 million (~$173 million) in late 2024/early 2025—one of the UK’s highest‐value residential deals.
– Aberconway House (Mayfair)
- A neo‑Georgian mansion of ~22,788 sq ft (with an additional 8,651 sq ft guest house).
- Reportedly bought by Adar Poonawalla in late 2023 for around £138 million.
– Hanover Lodge (Regent’s Park)
- A John Nash–designed, Grade II* listed villa (~26,000 sq ft), featuring a basement pool‑ballroom.
- Sold for ~£120 million in 2012; then in July 2023 purchased by Ravi Ruia for £113 million.
– Dudley House (Green Park)
- Grade II‑listed 44,000 sq ft mansion restored for Qatari royalty.
- Valued at over £300 million, making it one of the world’s most valuable private homes.
Record‑Setting Luxury Apartments
– One Hyde Park Penthouse (Knightsbridge)
- One of the world’s most exclusive apartments, commanding ~£175–200 million.
- A recent 18,000 sq ft penthouse sold for ~£175 million, with earlier sales rumored near £140 million .
– 1 Mayfair Development
- Upcoming ultra‑luxury block by billionaire John Caudwell.
- Comprises 24 principal residences; smallest units start at £35 million, penthouses targeting £200 million+, and some outstripping One Hyde Park.
High‑Value Townhouses & New Builds
- Chelsea Barracks (Belgravia/Kensington) – A townhouse listed around £58 million
- Portland Place (Marylebone) – A historic 10‑bed Georgian property valued at £65 million
Market Insights
London’s ultra‑prime £100 million+ market often focuses on:
- Knightsbridge, Mayfair, Regent’s Park, Belgravia, and Green Park—areas consistently topping per‐street and per‐property price rankings.
Summary Table
| Property | Location | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2–8a Rutland Gate | Knightsbridge | ~62,000 sq ft | £210 m (2020 sale) |
| The Holme | Regent’s Park | 29,000 sq ft | £250 m listing → £138.9 m sale |
| Dudley House | Green Park | 44,000 sq ft | £300 m valuation |
| Aberconway House | Mayfair | ~22,800 sq ft (+ guest house) | £138 m sale |
| One Hyde Park Penthouse | Knightsbridge | 18,000 sq ft | £175–200 m sale/listing |
| 1 Mayfair properties | Mayfair | TBD | £35 m–200 m+ projected |
Conclusions.
If you’re exploring London’s residential pinnacle, the Knightsbridge and Regent’s Park palaces (like Rutland Gate and The Holme) remain the most expensive houses, while ultra‑luxury apartments (One Hyde Park, 1 Mayfair) dominate the flat/penthouse market.
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