Images of LeBron James homes. Pictures: Realtor/MLS/Getty
Like a fine wine, LeBron James seems to keep getting smoother with age.
The 40-year old Los Angeles Lakers star delivered a showstopping performance during a vital game against Minnesota Timberwolves, becoming the first 40-year old to achieve at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists in a playoff game.
It isn’t the first record he’s broken this season either — he also reached the 50,000-point milestone (across regular season and playoff games) on March 4, when he scored an impressive 21 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists in a game.
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The pro athlete is already the top scorer in the NBA history, however it’s not the only record that James could end up adding to his resumé.
This season marks the sports sensation’s 22nd season in the NBA, which ties him for the most seasons played, alongside former NBA star Vince Carter.
If James goes on to enjoy another season, he will claim that record for his own.
James’ career has already become one for the history books in terms of both its success and longevity — and its value, helping to net the NBA pro an estimated fortune of $1.89 billion (US$1.2 billion).
And this extraordinary wealth has also helped him become a power player in another field: real estate.
Over the years, James has amassed some amazing homes across the USA — enabling himself to live a extravagant lifestyle.
Home, sweet home in Ohio
Over 20 years ago, LeBron James bought a property in his hometown of Akron. Picture: Getty
Over two decades ago, James forked over $3.3m ($2.1m) for a property in his hometown of Ohio.
The existing home on the property was razed so James could build a custom mansion that is now estimated to be worth well over US$10m.
James purchased the property when he was just 18, shortly after he was selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers as the No. 1 pick in the 2003 NBA draft.
Although he’s moved around to play for multiple times, James has hung on to the property, which eclipses his other homes in size.
The sprawling residence tops 30,000 square feet and has six bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, and six half-baths. Pictures: @AirViewVideos/YouTube
It also boasts an array of impressive amenities sure to impress even the most discerning of homebuyers.
The sprawling residence tops 2,788 sqm and has six bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, and six half-baths.
Baller amenities are said to include a bowling alley, recording studio, and barbershop.
In a nod to his love of fashion, James’ closet at the property is said to spread across two stories.
Sunshine State
LeBron James bought this house in Miami when he joined the Heat. Pictures: Realtor
After spurning the Cavaliers and taking his talents to South Beach to form a superteam with the Miami Heat, James found a fabulous place in Florida.
He purchased a six-bedroom mansion for $14m (US$9m) in the Coconut Grove neighbourhood in November 2010.
He even snagged a bargain on the waterfront home, which had been listed for $18.7m (US$11.9m).
After four seasons and two championships with the Heat, James returned to Ohio, promising to deliver Cleveland a long-awaited title.
James put his 1,485 sqm Coconut Grove home back on the market in October 2014 for $26.8m (US$17m), a serious mark-up after four years.
Inside the Coconut Grove property. Pictures: Realtor/MLS/Getty
It was an ambitious move, but James reduced the price to $23.6m (US$15m) and eventually sold it in August 2015 for $21.1m (US$13.4m).
James’ former house changed hands again in 2021 for $19.9m (US$12.75m).
It appears the mansion underwent a makeover and landed back on the market in 2023 with a $34m (US$21.9m) price tag.
There’s no sign of James’ former presence, but the bay views are still superb.
California living — Brentwood and Beverly Hills
James picked up a stunning Brentwood property as his first purchase in California. Pictures: Realtor/MLS/Getty
During his second stint with the Cavs, James’ eyes wandered out West. In 2015, Cleveland fans were dismayed to learn he had picked up a six-bedroom mansion for $33m (US$21m) in Los Angeles’ Brentwood neighbourhood.
By this time, James had made his entertainment-industry ambitions clear, so the purchase of a home near Hollywood seemed logical — even if it left Cavs fans worried that he had one foot out the door, again.
James has built up a vast portfolio throughout his career. Pictures: Getty
But he delivered the NBA Championship to Cleveland, in an improbable upset of the Golden State Warriors in 2016. The win guaranteed him lifetime credit with Ohioans.
Then, in 2017 — amid rumours of his intention to join the Los Angeles Lakers — he purchased another home in Brentwood, this one for $36m (US$23m).
The brand-new spec home featured eight bedrooms, marble floors, and walls of glass that open to the Southern California sun.
One year later, the rumours proved true and James signed on to rejuvenate the Lakers franchise.
He was content with his pair of Brentwood homes. Then, in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the league shut down, and James went house hunting.
He wound up with a real trophy residence — a compound in Beverly Hills once owned by the creator of the soap operas “The Young and the Restless” and “The Bold and the Beautiful.”
LeBron James huge Beverly Hills compound. Pictures: Realtor
After buying the Beverly Hills home, James decided to unload one of his Brentwood properties. Picture: Google Earth
The prestigious property had been on the market for $61.3m (US$39m), but James sealed the deal for $53m (US$36.75m) that September.
The property serves as James’ primary residence to this day and is also home to his son, fellow basketball star Bronny, as well as his wife, Savannah, and their other children, Zhuri and Bryce.
The estate has two detached guesthouses, a screening room, and jaw-dropping views.
After buying in Beverly Hills, James decided to unload one of his Brentwood properties.
He put the house he purchased in 2015 back on the market in 2021 for $31.9m (US$20.5m), a little less than what he had paid.
After a few months, it was sold for $27.9m (US$19.6m).
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