Dreaming Big: Inside the Most Expensive Homes on the Market

Have aspirations of owning a vineyard in Napa Valley? Or perhaps a private oceanfront paradise in Hawaii? If you appreciate the finer things in life (and let's be honest, who doesn't?), then you'll love this roundup of some of the most expensive properties currently on the market from the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury program. From coast to coast and beyond, we're giving you the ultimate future dream-home inspiration. Keep this envy-inducing collection of homes close. Pin it, bookmark it, and revisit it whenever you need a dose of "What if...?

Heart of Rancho Rico

Offered for the first time in 60 years at $100 million, this extraordinary 150-acre family compound “would set a record for Monterey County if it fetches its asking price,” claimed the Wall Street Journal when the property first launched in November. Just 30 miles south of Carmel-by-the-Sea, within walking distance of Big Sur, Heart of Rancho Rico boasts private beach access, three homes, and 360-degree views encompassing the Santa Lucia mountains and the vast Pacific Ocean. Manicured gardens, fruit orchards, numerous outdoor living spaces, a private road to a pristine beach, and 80-mile views down the Big Sur coastline complete this unparalleled offering, promising a discreet and utterly peaceful California lifestyle. Listing agent Tim Allen calls Hearts of Rancho Rico, "a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity." Read our full story here. 

Siesta Key Sanctuary

When this $31.5 million, 2024 custom-built waterfront estate on Siesta Key debuted earlier this month, the Wall Street Journal proclaimed it was “ the Sarasota Area’s Biggest Price Tag.” But the price is just a number; the true story lies in this estate's unparalleled lifestyle. With 217 feet of direct bay frontage, the extraordinary West Indies-style residence designed by Stofft Cooney Architects and built by Florida West Builders is a masterclass in architectural elegance and modern coastal living. A private, gated entry leads to winding Tabby seashell driveways, guiding you to the 11,000-square-foot home, encompassing six bedrooms on 2.78 acres. Amenities include a private dock with a boat lift, a vanishing-edge pool and spa, a tennis court, multiple outdoor entertaining spaces with a summer kitchen, a separate guest house, and a main residence boasting high-end finishes, smart home technology, and of course, breathtaking bay views.

House of Honor

Kellie Speed of Realtor.com captured the buzz surrounding this Hawaiian listing when it first came to market in January: "The Hawaiian housing market has bid aloha to a staggering $65 million oceanfront compound that is making major waves—while crashing to the top of the week’s most expensive homes list." Hale Hanohano, a.k.a. the "House of Honor," a legacy estate on Oahu's most prestigious coastline, earned the accolades. As one of the largest properties on Kahala Avenue, it sets the benchmark for refined oceanfront living. The 1.52-acre oceanfront compound offers multi-generational living across three distinct residences, 213 feet of beach frontage, rolling grass lawn, and a heated Olympic lap pool with spa, not to mention exceptional craftsmanship throughout. Read our full story here. 

Glendale Ranch

When a 2,000-acre Napa Valley ranch is listed for $100 million, it’s bound to draw media attention. Glendale Ranch was no exception last December, as the Wall Street Journal and other media outlets covered its launch. Encompassing 17 contiguous parcels, the storied legacy property represents “the last great estate of its size in Napa Valley,” says listing agent Erin Lail. Spanning over 2,000 breathtaking acres just above the valley floor—a full 3.14 square miles—Glendale is a sanctuary unto itself. Within its expansive footprint reside four homes, 40 acres of vineyard (Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot and other varietals), a 7-acre lake, two ponds, and three wells—a wellspring of abundance just five minutes from downtown St. Helena, Meadowood Resort, and the Napa Valley Reserve. Read our full story here.