Millionaires Who Live in Surprisingly Small, Modest Homes

144. Madison Beer

Net Worth: $18 million
Purchased For: $5.6 million
Sq. Footage: 6,484 square feet

Pop singer Madison Beer has sold her Los Angeles mansion in the upscale Encino area for $7 million. The modern farmhouse-style property spans 6,484 square feet and features five bedrooms, six bathrooms, a chef’s kitchen, a dry bar, a zero-edge pool and spa, an in-ground trampoline, and a full-sized basketball court.

The house also comes with a two-car garage and a sophisticated security system. Madison Beer, known for her successful music career and influential social media presence, released her debut album “Life Support” in 2021, which covers her struggle with mental health and past toxic relationships.

145. LeBron James

Net Worth: $1 billion
Purchased For: $665,800
Sq. Footage: 6,194 square feet

LeBron James, with a staggering net worth of $500 million, started his homeownership journey with a humble abode in Sharon Township. His first home, listed at $665,800, showcased his modesty despite his rising success. The 6,194-square-foot property, built in 2004, offered ample space with 15 rooms and 5.5 bathrooms, representing LeBron’s practicality.

However, as his career and wealth soared, he made the decision to upgrade to a $37 million mansion in Beverly Hills. Interestingly, LeBron didn’t settle for an existing property but chose to demolish his new acquisition and build a customized home.

146. Keke Palmer

Net Worth: $10 million*
Purchased For: $1.4 million*
Sq. Footage: 2,600 square feet

With a reported net worth of $10 million, Keke Palmer purchased a house in Studio City, Los Angeles for $1.4 million in 2021. The house is described as a “beautiful Mediterranean home” with 2,600 square feet of space, three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 5,014-square-foot lot.

The renovated interiors feature red-tinged hardwood floors and off-white walls. The property also includes a petite backyard space with terracing, a wooden patio with an outdoor fireplace, and a covered jacuzzi.

147. Anna Kendrick

Net Worth: $20 million*
Purchased For: $1 million*
Sq. Footage: 2,764 square feet

Anna Kendrick purchased a Los Angeles home in 2012 for just over $1 million. The 1938-built property is located in the Beachwood Canyon area of the Hollywood Hills. Now, Kendrick is offering the renovated house for rent at $12,950 per month, aiming to generate passive income.

Additionally, Anna Kendrick with a net worth of $20 million recently made a significant purchase of a Hollywood Hills residence for $6.9 million. The 4,884-square-foot estate was previously owned by Mila Kunis and more recently by Dominic Howard, the drummer of the band Muse.

148. Monica Lewinsky

Net Worth: $41 million*
Purchased For: $8 million*
Sq. Footage: 13,000 square feet

Monica Lewinsky, an emblematic figure of the late 1990s, has embarked on a remarkable new chapter of her life, and it comes in the form of an opulent $8 million, 13,000 square foot home. Nestled in an idyllic location in Sacramento, California, the residence showcases her resilience and reinvention beyond the infamous scandal. 

Beyond its awe-inspiring proportions, the mansion radiates elegance, boasting meticulously designed interiors and state-of-the-art amenities. A testament to Lewinsky’s hard-earned success, this remarkable abode signifies her determination to move forward, emphasizing that life offers second chances and a chance to define one’s own narrative

149. Ingvar Kamprad

Net Worth: $58.7 Billion*
Purchased For: Undisclosed 
Sq. Footage: 44,670-Square-Feet*

Ingvar Kamprad is the founder of IKEA, probably the world’s biggest name in interior design, so one would imagine he lives in a house full of lavish interiors itself – but that’s not true at all. When Kamprad passed away in early 2018, he was estimated to be the eighth-richest person in the world, and yet, his living habits continued to be simple till the end of his days. 

Toward the end of his life, Kamprad moved back to Sweden, and his Switzerland home went up for sale – but not quite popularly. Despite being at a sale price of $4.6 million, Swiss media reported that the house was almost worthless due to its run-down condition. The IKEA founder was already well-known for his frugal lifestyle, but the state of his home surprised many, to say the least.