Luxury Mansion Breaks Records with $400 Million Price Tag in the U.S. Market

In a staggering display of opulence, a Bel Air mega-mansion priced at $400 million is on the market, boasting a remarkable 59 bathrooms, ensuring no guest will ever face a bathroom queue.

Dubbed the “crown jewel of Los Angeles” by its real estate agents, this extravagant property is linked to the Qatari royal family. Located at 11201 Chalon Road, the mansion went up for sale on Wednesday and, if sold at the asking price, will set a new record as the most expensive home in the United States, surpassing the $240 million New York City residence of billionaire Citadel founder Ken Griffin.

This sprawling estate includes both a main house and a guest house, offering an impressive total of 39 bedrooms alongside the extensive number of bathrooms.

The luxury doesn’t stop there; the property also features a salon, a traditional Middle Eastern steam bath known as a hammam, and even an X-ray machine, allowing the owner to conveniently host private doctor visits at home. Listing agent Michael Fahimian from the Beverly Hills Estates shared these details with The Wall Street Journal.

It also features a salon, hammam, a traditional Middle Eastern steam bath; and an X-ray machine, so the homeowner can host private doctor appointments without needing to go to the hospital, listing agent Michael Fahimian, of the Beverly Hills Estates, told The Wall Street Journal. 

The current homeowners, who have not been identified but have ties to the Al-Thani family, bought the 7.8 acres of land for $35 million in 2010 and it took 10 years to build the stunning estate at a cost more than $350 million. 

But with such a huge price tag, it begs the question whether anyone will be able to afford it. However co-agent Jack Harris told The Wall Street Journal: ‘There’s a handful of people who can afford something like this.’

Fahimian agreed and said: ‘This is truly a half-billion investment that the family has put into the estate. It’s not like we’re just getting some listing in Bel Air and saying: “Let’s put it on for $400 million to get press.”‘ 

An impressive Bel Air mansion, located at 11201 Chalon Road, hit the market this week for an eyewatering $400 million

The home has ties to the Qatari royal family and there is Middle Eastern influence throughout the compound

The sheer size of the sprawling estate that was built on 7.8 acres of land can be seen from this aerial shot

There is a resort-feel to the home. It offers a hammam, a traditional Middle Eastern steam bath

The home also features a movie theater for homeowners to enjoy so they never need to visit a cinema again

The estate, which was designed by architect Peter Marino, has 70,000sq ft of living space and three swimming pools and a tennis court on the grounds. 

In the main house, there are 10 family bedrooms and 13 staff ones and roughly 50,000sq ft of living space, according to the listing. 

It overlooks the Bel Air Country Club and has views of the canyons, city, and the ocean, giving it a prime spot for nature lovers who want extra privacy with a beautiful outlook. 

The 30,000sq ft guest house is just as exquisite with six family bedrooms, 10 staff, a chef’s kitchen, and a gym. It also has its own pool. 

Fahimian estimated the guest house alone would fetch $75 million if sold separately. 

The agents did not reveal the reason the family is selling the gorgeous home, but said the current homeowners have several properties in Los Angeles. 

The owner ‘has stayed here, but it’s not his primary residence,’ Harris told the outlet. 

Fahimian added that it ‘was designed so that you don’t ever have to leave if you don’t want to’ and ‘there was absolutely no expense spared.’ 

An at-home salon means the new buyer would never need to leave the comfort of their property for a manicure and pedicure

The land was purchased in 2010 and it took 10 years to complete the compound

The main house is 50,000sq ft with 10 family bedrooms and 13 staff rooms. The kitchen is full of natural light 

The property offers tons of privacy and plenty of places to enjoy nature and the outdoors 

An indoor pool at the property offers another space for owners and their guests to relax

It has a main house and a guest house, spanning 70,000sq ft of living space. It also has three swimming pools and a tennis court 

The guest house is 30,000sq ft and has six family bedrooms and 10 staff bedrooms

The property overlooks the Bel Air Country Club and offers gorgeous views

A tennis court with views of LA in the background means the new owners can keep fit and healthy on the court

Fancy a dip? There are plenty of areas to relax around the compound and entertain guests

Gold detailing with a Middle Eastern feel is pictured in this room in the property

A huge kitchen akin to that of a restaurant is pictured. Whoever buys the property will be able to put up their staff in staff bedrooms

Middle Eastern influence is depicted in the furnishings and fixtures of the property

An outdoor seating area is the perfect place to wind down on a warm evening with family and friends

If the eyewatering price is not already steep enough, it is estimated the new homeowner would also have to pay around $40 million on closing costs and $1.4 million a year in property taxes.

And California’s new proposal to tax billionaires could make the property even harder to sell. 

If passed, the law would impose a one-time five percent tax on a billionaire’s net worth. The tax money gained would help fund healthcare, education, and food programs. 

‘Widely regarded as one of the most expensive single-family residences ever built in the United States, no expense was spared in the design or construction of this global masterpiece,’ the listing added.