Inside Leonardo DiCaprio’s real estate portfolio: 8 fascinating properties linked to the actor

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Inside Leonardo DiCaprio’s real estate portfolio: From a Hollywood Hills compound to a private island, 8 fascinating properties linked to the actor

Leonardo DiCaprio has spent decades building a successful Hollywood career, but his off-screen choices get plenty of attention too. The Oscar-winning actor has bought everything from beachfront homes and architectural landmarks to luxury city apartments across California and New York, with one ambitious purchase on the coast of Belize. Some of these homes were owned by other celebrities first, while others stand out for their design or location. A few have since been sold, and one was connected to his interest in environmental conservation. Here is a closer look at eight properties associated with the actor.

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The Hollywood Hills compound with a Madonna connection

One of DiCaprio's best-known property investments is his Hollywood Hills compound. According to Architectural Digest, his early purchases in the area included two neighbouring properties, one of which he bought from pop star Madonna for a reported $2 million during the 1990s. He acquired the other in 1994, taking his initial investment in the compound to approximately $4 million.

Over the years, the estate underwent significant renovations and became a private retreat for the actor. It features a swimming pool, basketball court and spaces for entertaining friends. Mansion Global reported in December 2022 that DiCaprio had purchased another neighbouring mansion for $10.5 million, further expanding his Hollywood Hills holdings.

The compound has also been linked to his Hollywood circle, with actor Tobey Maguire reportedly among the friends who have stayed there.

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The Malibu bungalow bought after 'Titanic'

Following the phenomenal success of 'Titanic', DiCaprio invested in a beachfront bungalow on Carbon Beach in Malibu. He purchased the 1950s property in 1998 for a reported $1.775 million.

The three-bedroom residence offered a relaxed coastal setting rather than the scale of a traditional Hollywood mansion. It featured a fireplace, a kitchen, an outdoor deck and a hot tub, with direct access to the beach. In its October 2016 report, the Los Angeles Times described the home's ocean-facing balcony and staircase leading down to the sand.

After approximately 23 years of ownership, DiCaprio sold the property in 2021 for around $10.3 million. Architectural Digest reported on the sale in November that year, noting that the actor had purchased it shortly after 'Titanic' became a global success.

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A Spanish-style home in Silver Lake

DiCaprio's Los Angeles property collection also included a Spanish-style hacienda in Silver Lake. He purchased the three-storey residence in 1999 for approximately $769,500.

Built in 1931, the house featured four bedrooms, exposed wooden beams, hardwood floors and traditional Spanish architectural details. A covered loggia connected the living spaces to the backyard and swimming pool.

The actor held on to the property for nearly two decades before selling it in 2018. In an October 2019 report, the Los Angeles Times revisited the home's sale and described its architectural features, including its three levels and covered patio.

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The Palm Springs estate once owned by Dinah Shore

A particularly striking home associated with DiCaprio is the mid-century modern estate in Palm Springs that once belonged to singer and television personality Dinah Shore. He purchased it in 2014 for approximately $5.23 million.

Designed by architect Donald Wexler, the residence is known for its expansive glass walls, wooden ceilings and modernist design. In its March 2014 property report, the Los Angeles Times described the approximately 7,022-square-foot estate, which includes six bedrooms, a large stone fireplace, a swimming pool and a tennis court.

The property also sits on around 1.3 acres of land. Its distinctive architecture and celebrity history have made it one of the more recognisable residences associated with the actor.

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Two apartments in New York's Battery Park

Not all of DiCaprio's property investments have been sprawling California homes. In 2008, he purchased an apartment in Manhattan's Battery Park neighbourhood for around $3.67 million. He returned to the same building in 2014 to acquire an adjoining unit for a reported $8 million.

A property feature by CityRealty documented the two purchases and highlighted the building's environmentally conscious design. Known as Riverhouse, the development at 2 River Terrace includes filtered air and water systems, landscaped spaces, a swimming pool and a fitness centre.

The apartments brought together the convenience of city living and features focused on comfort and wellness.

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Blackadore Caye: The Belize island with an environmental vision

Perhaps the most unusual property linked to DiCaprio is Blackadore Caye, a 104-acre island off the coast of Belize. He purchased the uninhabited island with a partner in 2005 for a reported $1.75 million.

In a 2015 interview with The New York Times, DiCaprio described the location as "like heaven on earth". He also spoke about developing a restorative eco-resort that would address environmental damage linked to erosion, deforestation and overfishing.

“The main focus is to do something that will change the world,” he told the newspaper.

The proposed project combined luxury accommodation with plans for marine conservation, renewable energy and environmental restoration. However, the resort did not open as originally planned and has faced delays and environmental concerns.

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The Los Feliz residence once owned by Jesse Tyler Ferguson

In 2021, DiCaprio purchased a Spanish Colonial-style home in Los Feliz from 'Modern Family' actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson and his husband, Justin Mikita, for approximately $7.1 million.

Built in 1928, the nearly 5,000-square-foot residence has four bedrooms and several distinctive features, including a rotunda-shaped entrance, a two-storey library, a swimming pool and a terrace overlooking the surrounding area.

The home's previous owners also included singer Gwen Stefani and actor Robert Pattinson. In its original May 2021 report on the transaction, Architectural Digest detailed the property's architectural features and interiors, which Ferguson and Mikita had developed with designer Peter Gurski.

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A modern Malibu estate with beach access

DiCaprio added another coastal property to his collection in 2021, purchasing a modern Malibu residence for a reported $13.8 million. Situated within a gated coastal community, the home covers approximately 3,200 square feet and has four bedrooms and five bathrooms.

In its September 2021 report, Architectural Digest noted that the purchase was made off-market and that limited information about the interiors was publicly available. The report, drawing on details from property records and real estate coverage, also highlighted the home's location within a private community with direct beach access.

The purchase added another Malibu retreat to a collection that has included several coastal homes.