The Most Expensive Properties Of The Biggest Names In Tech

Bill Gates’ Medina: It is of no surprise that the richest man in the world has a gigantic, eco friendly, tech savvy and water park-like house in Washington.

Gates’ home which is nicknamed Xanadu 2.0 is built over 66,000 square feet of land that took seven years to complete. The mansion is noted for its design and the technology that has been incorporated.

His pools have waterproof speakers, the rooms can be changed to the various temperature, lighting and music, to the preferences of the dweller using a wearable device and the floors have heating system. The mansion has a huge library, gym and a dome shaped roof and Oculus. The home is said to have cost $120 million to build it.

Paul Allen: The man who helped Bill Gates with his Microsoft ventures, Paul Allen lives in a nine home estate. Out of curiosity, it only makes one wonder what some body does in a nine home estate. This estate was worth estimate $116 million seated on the banks of Washington, where he grew up.

The chairman of Vulcan occupies just one of the buildings, while his mother occupies another. This estate has a floating helipad, swimming pools with water slides, an NBA regulation sized basketball field and gyms. The best part about the estate is the natural beauty of water front that one can enjoy.

Richard Branson’s Island: The prolific investor and founder of Virgin Group, Branson, bought an island which has an estimated value of $60 million. This island is said to be the favorite vacation destination for celebs and other rich business people. Branson built a whole retreat on the island which can be booked for 39,000 euros per night.

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