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House prices have hovered near record highs for months, pushing affordability to new lows. But that hasn't stopped ultra-wealthy buyers from splashing the cash.

With deep pockets and relative insulation from today's uncertain market, many affluent buyers are leaning into real estate as a tangible investment. California, Florida, and New York lead in these ultra-luxury sales, regularly posting $20 million-plus transactions, though many other areas have seen record-setting sales. 

Here are some of the most expensive home sales in the Charlottesville metro area so far in 2025, according to data from . Afterwards, we'll look at the most expensive sales nationwide for comparison. All data is current as of August 5th. Homes with a disclosed sales price were included.

1. : Sold for $10,000,000
2. : Sold for $8,800,000
3. : Sold for $8,000,000
4. : Sold for $5,000,000
5. : Sold for $4,995,000

The most expensive home sales of 2025: Nationwide

California and Florida consistently dominate the ultra-luxury market, with recent standouts like "The Manor" in Los Angeles – the state's second-largest home at 56,500 square feet. Florida's housing market has cooled significantly due to rising insurance costs and HOA fees tied to climate change, but it's still a popular place for ultra-wealthy homebuyers who typically have the means to move, rebuild, or take a loss.

1. : Sold for $133 million
2. : Sold for $110 million
3. : Sold for $110 million
4. : Sold for $74.3 million
5. : Sold for $65.8 million
6. : Sold for $63.1 million
7. : Sold for $60 million
8. : Sold for $60 million
9. : Sold for $60 million
10. : Sold for $57.3 million