The music power couple owns 7 properties valued at $500 million, topping a list that includes Lionel Messi, the Beckhams, Oprah Winfrey and Taylor Swift
Beyoncé and Jay-Z command the largest celebrity real estate portfolio in the world, with seven properties totaling $500 million in value. A November 2025 study by cabinet manufacturing company Highland Cabinetry analyzed residential holdings of more than 20 global celebrities, revealing how entertainment and sports stars allocate their wealth into bricks and mortar.
The research examined only residential assets like homes, mansions, apartments and estates while excluding commercial properties such as hotels or farmland. Portfolio values came from recent financial estimates and documented purchase prices, with analysts also calculating what percentage of each celebrity's total wealth sits in real estate.
The power couple's collection includes a Malibu mansion, a Bel Air estate and a Hamptons home among other high value properties. Despite the massive portfolio, real estate represents just 15.6% of their combined $3.2 billion net worth, suggesting diversified investment strategies beyond property.
Lionel Messi ranks second with a $232 million portfolio spread across seven properties. The soccer legend owns residences in Spain, Argentina, France and the United States, including properties in Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Unlike Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Messi has more than a third of his $650 million net worth tied up in real estate, representing a significantly higher concentration.
David and Victoria Beckham claim third place with five properties worth $150 million total. Their collection spans London, the English countryside, Miami and Dubai. These holdings account for 30% of their $500 million combined wealth, a similar percentage to Messi's allocation, suggesting soccer families tend to favor substantial property investments.
Oprah Winfrey also holds $150 million in real estate, distributed across seven properties rather than five. Her estates dot Montecito, Hawaii, Colorado and other US locations. With a net worth of $3.2 billion matching Beyoncé and Jay-Z's fortune, Oprah keeps just 4.7% of her wealth in property, the lowest percentage among top five holders.
Taylor Swift rounds out the leading group with eight homes worth $150 million combined. She owns properties across four US states and frequently appears in real estate publications. Swift invests approximately 9.4% of her $1.6 billion net worth in housing.
Rihanna follows closely with eight properties also valued at $150 million, representing 10.7% of her $1.4 billion net worth. Jennifer Lopez owns four properties worth $104.8 million, accounting for 26.2% of her $400 million fortune.
Ed Sheeran takes a different approach, accumulating 27 residences across the UK for a total value of $100 million. His collection represents the largest number of properties among celebrities studied, though at lower individual values. The British musician has 28.6% of his $350 million net worth invested in real estate.
Kim Kardashian owns five properties valued at $100 million, representing 5.9% of her $1.7 billion net worth. Cristiano Ronaldo holds eight properties worth $90 million, just 6.4% of his $1.4 billion fortune, showing soccer's biggest earner keeps most wealth elsewhere.
A Highland Cabinetry spokesperson explained that many celebrities come from specialized industries like sports or music where they mastered one skill but did not necessarily learn how to run businesses. In such cases, real estate offers the safest investment option.
Property values typically appreciate over time, and investors do not need extensive experience to identify desirable homes in good locations. Buying real estate provides a smart way to protect wealth while determining future investment strategies. The tangible nature of property appeals to those seeking stability beyond volatile markets or business ventures outside their expertise.
The study reveals distinct patterns among different celebrity categories. Musicians and entertainers generally keep lower percentages of net worth in property compared to athletes, possibly reflecting different career trajectories and income stability. Athletes facing shorter earning windows may prioritize tangible assets that provide long term security.
Geographic preferences also emerge from the data, with US based celebrities favoring coastal properties in California, Florida and New York, while international stars maintain homes across multiple countries reflecting global careers and tax considerations.