2025 Global Luxury Real Estate Forecast

10 Significant Luxury Home Sales From 2024

…and what they say about their local real estate market

From grand estates in booming ski towns to private islands, Christie’s International Real Estate was involved in several notable sales throughout 2024. Here’s a look at 10 that stand out and what they tell us about the market.

01. TARPON ISLAND, PALM BEACH, FLORIDA Sold Price: $152,000,000 Sold By: Margit Brandt, Premier Estate Properties Christie’s International Real Estate The sale of Tarpon Island was one of the priciest single-residence transactions not only in 2024 but in US history. The island, accessible by private bridge, is located in one of Palm Beach’s most exclusive neighborhoods, offering 2.3 acres and more than 28,600 square feet of living space. The price reflects not only the size and opulence of the estate, but also the opportunity to own a “one of one” asset in what many consider America’s preeminent housing market. Palm Beach is seeing a gradual rise in inventory following the record-low levels driven by the pandemic-era luxury real estate boom. This surge in demand not only depleted available properties but also significantly drove up home prices in the area, which remain well above pre-pandemic levels.

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