JD Vance – Washington DC ($590K)

In 2014, JD Vance and his wife, Usha, spent $590K on a cozy Capitol Hill townhouse in Washington, D.C.—a spot just a stone’s throw from political power plays and overpriced coffee. This 1,674-square-foot charmer blends historic vibes with modern perks, featuring airy ceilings, a spacious living-dining combo, and a quaint courtyard perfect for sipping something stronger than politics.

Nestled on a tree-lined street less than a mile from the Capitol, it screams “D.C. insider chic.” But here’s the twist: these days, the Vances rent it out for $3,700 a month, proving even senators know a thing or two about turning a profit.

Kamala Harris – Brentwood ($2.7 Million)

Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff’s Brentwood home is nothing short of prime real estate gold. Snagged in 2012 for $2.7 million (pre-VP days, of course), this 3,500-square-foot gem is nestled in a star-studded neighborhood where neighbors include Gwyneth Paltrow and LeBron James. Four bedrooms, five bathrooms, and a private pool make it the ultimate California dream.

With its enviable location just ten minutes from the Getty Center, it’s a haven for both power couples and poolside lounging. Fast-forward to today, and the house’s value has practically doubled, clocking in at a cool $5 million.

Erin Burnett – New York (Undisclosed price)

Journalist Erin Burnett has her own program ‘Outlook’ which she hosts on CNN. Burnett gets on our list not for outrightly owning a luxury building but for her rented luxury apartment in New York. Velvet Ropes reported in 2021, that the apartment located near the Lincoln Center offers great amenities including a community swimming pool, a 24-hour doorman, residential lounge, parking garage, etc.

The 2-bedroom apartment has 2.5 bathrooms, high ceilings, a marble bath, and a large window with a great view into the city. It is a huge apartment that reportedly costs her somewhere in the region of $13,500 monthly. 

Bill Gates – Washington, ($147.5 Million)

Bill Gates’ Washington home would make it to any list of cool mansions. ‘Xanadu 2.0’ is 66,000 square feet and took seven years to build. The sand is imported from the Caribbeans yearly. Five hundred thousand wood logs were used in its construction.

It has seven bedrooms, six kitchens, 24 bathrooms, a reception hall, a 60-foot swimming pool with an underwater sound system. It has luxury garages and an artificial stream. ‘Xanadu 2.0’  would cost at least $147.5 million today if sold with the artwork in it. In 2021, Bill Gates’ marriage to Melinda Gates, with whom he shared Xanadu 2.0, sadly ended in a divorce. 

Daniel Craig – New York ($6.75 Million)

Daniel Craig is a British actor most popularly known for his role in James Bond movies, especially “No time to die.” Craig and his wife, Rachel Weisz, bought a 6000 square-foot Brooklyn Townhouse from Martin Amis and Isabel Fonseca. After a fire incident that burned the top, the house underwent some major repairs and home remodeling. 

The house was built in 1901 and has six bedrooms and five bathrooms, with one half bath. It has five stories, a patio, a backyard garden, a roof deck, and an elevator. In January 2022, Craig admitted to offering Sam Mendes a job as a director on James Bond- Skyfall. Hilariously, Craig only realized his error and retracted the offer after Mendes accepted it.