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Celebrities Who Live In Surprisingly Modest Homes

Alex Smith 26 min read Jul 12, 2023

Modesty is not a word that we typically attribute to celebrities. After all, where there's fame, there's usually fortune, meaning these people can afford to live pretty luxurious lifestyles. However, just because they can, that doesn't mean they always want to.

Over the years, plenty of stars have purchased homes that are more on the modest side, at least from a celebrity perspective. These properties may still be pretty big and expensive in some people's eyes, but they're a bit more humble than a lot of the homes our favorite stars live in.

Robert Pattinson once purchased a two-bedroom home, single-story home

Year of Purchase: 2014
Cost of House: $2,176,500
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Robert Pattinson is a huge name. He was one of the stars of the romantic fantasy 'Twilight' movies, along with newer hits like the superhero movie 'The Batman.' As a result, his net worth is quite extraordinary. That's why him buying a home worth $2.18 million might be seen as something of a more modest purchase.

Covering 1,940 square feet, the single-story property features two bedrooms and two bathrooms. It's also an open-plan design, which makes the home appear more spacious than it is. While it might not be the biggest house ever owned by a celebrity, it does still offer plenty of privacy, with the building located at the end of a long driveway.

Shaquille O'Neal bought a home for a fraction of his net worth

Year of Purchase: 2012
Cost of House: $235,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

Shaquille O'Neal is a name that basketball fans just tend to know, regardless of whether they've ever actually seen him play or not. His exceptional career means that he's now worth hundreds of millions, which is why it's probably surprising how little he paid for one of his homes. A property in Mount Dora, Florida, only cost Shaq $235,000.

Considering O'Neal's wealth and the fact that celebrity homes usually cost seven figures or more, it's a pretty modest home. However, a lot is still packed into that, with the place featuring five bedrooms and four bathrooms. Of course, that's still less than other houses he's bought, with one offering 11 bedrooms for loved ones to use.

Dolly Parton's interior design is as down-to-Earth as celebrities gets

Year of Purchase: 2007
Cost of House: $1.2 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Country music simply wouldn't be the same without Dolly Parton. Not only does she have some incredible songs, but she also seems so down-to-Earth. You only need to look at her real estate portfolio to believe that. There aren't many celebrities whose properties we could describe as quaint, but this music icon certainly fits the bill.

One of Dolly’s past purchases was a two-bedroom, two-bathroom home, which cost her $1.2 million in 2007. Covering 1,091 square feet, you wouldn't necessarily believe it belonged to an international superstar looking at the decor. However, Dolly would much rather live somewhere with a homely vibe than a luxury mansion that just feels lifeless.

Taraji P. Henson bought a two-bedroom home that she later rented out

Year of Purchase: 2002
Cost of House: $431,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 2 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms

Golden Globe award winner Taraji P. Henson has already enjoyed quite an illustrious career. From her standout role in the musical drama 'Empire' to her critically-acclaimed appearance in the biographical drama 'Hidden Figures,' she's really made a name for herself. Even with all the money she's made, though, Taraji still likes to keep things modest at times.

This includes a Glendale property she bought in the 2000s, which she apparently paid $431,000 for. This 1,406-square-foot 1930s Spanish bungalow offers two bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, as well as a street-level two-car garage. Some years after buying the place, Taraji actually began renting it out, charging $3,700 a month for those interested.

Zooey Deschanel's 2,957 square feet home only offered three bedrooms

Year of Purchase: 2009
Cost of House: $1.65 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, 3 ½ bathrooms

Given that Zooey Deschanel is now dating Jonathan Scott, she can pretty much create the home of her dreams. Before the ‘Property Brother’ came along, she had to settle for existing properties that suited both her needs and her bank account. That included a $4.6 million Manhattan Beach property and a more modest $1.65 million Hollywood Hills home.

The latter house definitely wasn't cheap by many people's standards. However, despite the cost, it still only came with three bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms spread out across almost 3,000 square feet. With expansive lawns, electronic gates, and several fireplaces, there was a lot to love about this property. However, Zoeey has since moved on to greener pastures.

Kesha's Spanish-style home was a modest but fulfilling property purchase

Year of Purchase: 2014
Cost of House: $1.65 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Kesha's career hasn't been the smoothest ride for a celebrity. Her strained relationship with Dr. Luke due to her allegations against him has certainly made things difficult at times. Still, the success she has enjoyed and all the money she’s made has its benefits. That's why Kesha can afford to buy properties for $1.65 million.

The Spanish-style home in Venice was reportedly built in 1926 and boasts interior arches, coved ceilings, and rust wood floors. It's spread out across 1,616 square feet on one story, with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. There are also several dining and living rooms, a breakfast area, and a spacious backyard to relax in when the weather's nice.

John Krasinski's bachelor pad was smaller than what he's accustomed to now

Year of Purchase: 2006
Cost of House: $1,050,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Nowadays, it's hard to imagine John Krasinski living in a modest home, what with him being married to Emily Blunt and the father of two children. Before his family came along, though, the actor lived in a bachelor pad that was much smaller than what he's probably accustomed to now. It reportedly came with two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Krasinski allegedly paid a little more than a million dollars for the home, which suited all his needs at the time. Set near Sunset Boulevard, the price of the place was likely influenced more by its location than by what the property had to offer. Nevertheless, John reportedly enjoyed the years that he spent with this as his home.

Lena Heady lifted one home's value significantly through years of updates

Year of Purchase: 2014
Cost of House: $709,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms

The fantasy drama series 'Game of Thrones' was one of the biggest shows of the 21st century. It brought great success to the careers of the many stars who appeared in the program, including Cersei Lannister actress Lena Heady. So, it's perhaps a little surprising that one property she purchased while the show was still filming only cost $790,000.

While that's no small sum, the actress definitely could have afforded more. However, perhaps she wanted to buy a cheaper property and use some of her money to transform the place? The five-bedroom, five-bathroom home later went on the market for nearly $2 million after Lena spent several years making updates to the 2,922-square-foot home.

Adrian Peterson purchased a relatively modest home near his training facility

Year of Purchase: 2007
Cost of House: $665,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

It's not uncommon for sports stars to buy homes near where they train. After all, it makes life easier. Adrian Peterson is seemingly one man who likes to do this, with him previously purchasing a place close to the Minnesota Vikings' practice facility. The property allegedly cost him $665,000 months after he was drafted by the team.

Despite being cheaper than quite a few of these modest celebrity homes, his house was actually one of the more spacious. Not only did Peterson have five bedrooms and three bathrooms, but the place covered 4,167 square feet. Of course, a man of his caliber could have easily afforded bigger things while he was still with the Vikings.

Jennifer Lawrence achieved some incredible things while living more modestly

Year of Purchase: 2006
Cost of House: $879,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

As one of Hollywood's most popular leading ladies, the thought of someone like Jennifer Lawrence living in a modest home may seem strange. Then again, the actress has always shown herself to be pretty down-to-Earth, what with her tendency for falling over in public. So, it perhaps makes sense that she lived in a home worth $879,000 for years.

Although she bought this two-bedroom, three-bathroom place before she became such a huge name, Jen remained in the two-story townhouse until 2014. She still called this place her home while achieving some of the biggest feats of her career, including becoming the youngest Best Actress winner at the Oscars. Since then, Jennifer has moved into somewhere a lot bigger.

Elliot Page reportedly bought his somewhat modest home from Venus Williams

Year of Purchase: 2014
Cost of House: $1.7 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

You'll find that quite a few celebrities in Hollywood actually buy their homes from other big names in the industry. For instance, the place that Elliot Page bought in 2014 apparently used to belong to Venus Williams. He took the home off her hands for $1.7 million, which is still pretty modest when you consider Page's incredible career.

Given that at least two notable celebrities have lived here, you might expect this place to be something of a palace. However, the home - which was constructed in 1955 - only covers 1,528 square feet and features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an inground pool. It does boast some pretty stunning views of Nichols Canyon, though.

Christina Ricci's home was only two bedrooms, despite the price

Year of Purchase: 2005
Cost of House: $1.5 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Even with Jenna Ortega's stellar performance in the fantasy comedy series 'Wednesday,' we'll always think of Christina Ricci as Wednesday Addams. She just played the part so convincingly. The role certainly did wonderful things for her career and helped her to boost her bank account, leading her to spend $1.5 million on a home back in 2005.

Despite the price, this house only offered two bedrooms and two bathrooms, making it much more of a cozy purchase than some might expect. Offering a covered patio, swimming pool, and retro farmhouse interior, it definitely had its charms. However, Ricci reportedly sold it nearly a decade later and ended up losing money in the process.

Margot Robbie spent less than a million dollars on a two-bedroom home

Year of Purchase: 2018
Cost of House: $950,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

2023 is set to be a big year for Margot Robbie, what with her leading role in the fantasy comedy movie 'Barbie.' If the film is as big as it's slated to be, the actress will see another hefty boost to her bank account, meaning she can afford to spend more than $950,000 on a house.

That's how much Robbie apparently gave Dustin Lance Black when she bought his Hollywood Hills home in 2018. Offering two bedrooms and one bathroom, this one-story property was incredibly modest for someone of her status. However, given she later put it on the market for several hundred thousand dollars more, it was evidently a good investment for Margot.

Oprah Winfrey occasionally buys homes that are on the cheaper side

Year of Purchase: 2001
Cost of House: $298,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 4 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms

Oprah Winfrey knows all about living lavishly. After all, this is the woman whose Promised Land estate is reportedly worth over $100 million. So, it's a little surprising to think that she once bought a home for just $298,000. Of course, this was back in 2001, so she hadn't built up her empire to the level it's at today.

What's also interesting about this 2,255-square-foot house is that she never actually lived in it. There's no clear explanation for why Oprah bought the property, which has four bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms. Did she purchase the all-brick colonial home for a loved one? It's possible, but we guess that we'll never know for sure.

January Jones went modest when she was on her own

Year of Purchase: 2009
Cost of House: $1,020,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

There are all sorts of reasons why celebrities might buy more modest homes than what you might expect. Some stars don't see the need to throw all their cash at a luxury mansion when they don't have a family to accommodate yet. For instance, while January Jones may need more space now, that wasn't the case in 2009.

This was when she spent around $1 million on a 2,200-square-foot property in Los Feliz. The gated home was reportedly built in the 1920s and came with three bedrooms and three bathrooms, meaning she had plenty of space for herself. The fact it received plenty of natural light probably made it feel even bigger.

Simon Helberg spent less on a house than he made in one episode

Year of Purchase: 2008
Cost of House: $950,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

Simon Helberg probably didn't anticipate that the sitcom 'The Big Bang Theory' would become quite so popular when he first appeared on the show. By the time the series ended, he and his castmates were being paid $1 million per episode. That's pretty wild, especially when you consider he bought a home for less than that in 2008.

He allegedly purchased the Los Angeles property for $950,000 during the early days of the show. Boasting five bedrooms and four bathrooms, we imagine it served him well, especially as it covered 2,569 square feet. However, he reportedly ended up selling it at a loss some years later, not that this really affected his finances.

Kaley Cuoco's Sherman Oaks home was one of her most affordable properties

Year of Purchase: 2005
Cost of House: $1,355,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

Someone else who found great success on 'The Big Bang Theory' is Kaley Cuoco, with the actress consequently becoming the proud owner of several properties over the years. She's owned some stellar places throughout her career, but not all of these have cost her as much as you'd expect. For instance, her 2005 home set her back $1,355,000.

The Sherman Oaks property provided Cuoco with plenty of room, given it had three bedrooms and three bathrooms across 2,171 square feet of space. Boating distressed hardwood floors, a covered patio, and interior arches, it was certainly a beautiful place to live. Unfortunately, the Spanish-style house is another property that ended up selling at a loss some years later.

Pete Wentz went for somewhere more modest after divorcing Ashlee Simpson

Year of Purchase: 2012
Cost of House: $1.05 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

Shortly after Pete Wentz got divorced from Ashlee Simpson, he found a new home in the form of a modest Studio City property. It reportedly set him back around $1.05 million, which wasn't a significant dent for someone who's found so much success with Fall Out Boy. Still, he probably wanted to be smart with his finances post-divorce.

The home proved to be a good investment, given that it came with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. He also apparently made it a profit when he sold it for $1.23 million a few years later. It seems that he wanted somewhere bigger for him and Meagan Camper once they had a baby on the way.

Maggie Rogers had to go over the asking price for her modest house

Year of Purchase: 2009
Cost of House: $1.29 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

Maggie Rogers' rise to fame has been quite a whirlwind. It doesn't seem like that long ago that she was a college student playing her music for Pharrell Williams and going viral. Since then, she's released several albums and can afford to put down around $1.29 million on a home in Los Angeles' Echo Park neighborhood.

Rogers reportedly spent $215,000 more than the asking price for the place, presumably because it was in such high demand. That was primarily to do with the location and the boho-chic design of the property rather than the available space. After all, it boasts three bedrooms and a bathroom across around 1,000 square feet.

Pete Davidson's apartment probably beats living in his mom's basement

Year of Purchase: 2021
Cost of House: $1.2 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 2 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms

Pete Davidson has been quite a talking point in recent years, thanks to all the women he's been romantically linked to. From Ariana Grande to Kim Kardashian, plenty of stars have a lot of love for him. That's pretty impressive, given that he was apparently living in his mom's basement before he purchased a high-rise apartment.

Davidson's comedic success meant he could purchase the property in New York, which cost around $1.2 million. Offering two bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms across 1,592 square feet of space, it contains plenty of amenities to make for a cozy life. Still, we imagine someone like Davidson will probably have his sights set on something bigger soon.

Carrie Underwood's first home post-American Idol was a modest price

Year of Purchase: 2005
Cost of House: $384,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms

Winning a reality competition show like 'American Idol' isn't a guarantee for future success. However, superstardom is definitely possible, as Carrie Underwood has shown. She's now one of the biggest names in country music, and it all began after she won the series back in 2005. We can only imagine how many millions she's spent on homes since then.

One property that was on the cheaper side for Underwood was the house she purchased in Franklin, Tennessee, after winning the show. She apparently put $384,000 into the place, which came with three bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms. Covering 3,099 square feet, it was definitely bigger than a lot of these modest celebrity homes, yet still highly affordable.

Vincent Kartheiser made a 603-square-foot property work for him

Year of Purchase: 2003
Cost of House: $547,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms

When we talk about modest celebrity homes, we have to be generous with our definition of modest. After all, most of these stars are living in places we can only dream of. However, one person who owned a house that fits the bill relatively well is Vincent Kartheiser. After all, his property only measured in at 603 square feet.

While the $547,000 that he paid for the small home might be quite pricey, the modest space definitely speaks for itself. Offering just one bedroom and one-and-a-half bathrooms, there isn't a ton on offer here. However, Vincent worked closely with Funn Roberts to transform the space into a modern home that makes efficient use of the available space.

Elijah Wood once bought two bungalows on the smaller side

Year of Purchase: 2004
Cost of House: $1.2 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

No matter what Elijah Wood does with his career, many will always think of him as Frodo Baggins. The epic fantasy adventure film series 'The Lord of the Rings' was such a phenomenon that it really put Wood on the map and solidified him as this character. Is that why he once bought a home on the smaller side?

While it was hardly a hobbit house, the 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Venice property was definitely a more modest choice for a celebrity. Technically, it was actually two properties, with the 1,408 square feet of space spread across two bungalows built in the 1920s. Elijah apparently paid $1.2 million for both of the small homes back in 2004.

Tori Spelling's home was modest for someone with her family background

Year of Purchase: 2011
Cost of House: $2.4 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms

Some celebrities find fame out of nowhere, while others have the benefit of famous parents. Tori Spelling definitely falls into the latter category, given that her dad was Aaron Spelling. The man was responsible for shows like the soap opera 'Dynasty' and the fantasy drama 'Charmed,' meaning that Tori comes from a family that has no shortage of money.

That's why some of the homes she's bought in the past may seem surprisingly modest, like the place she and Dean McDermott purchased in Point Dume in 2011. Although the couple put down $2.4 million for the place, it only offered three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms. So, they had to sell it when another baby came along.

Mama June's spacious home came at a very modest price

Year of Purchase: $156,000
Cost of House: 2014
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

Life definitely hasn't always been easy for Alana Thompson - aka Honey Boo Boo - and her loved ones. Although the child beauty pageant star found fame on TV, the family has faced a lot of difficulties over the years. That includes Mama June Shannon's struggles with certain substances, which reportedly forced her to sell her home to investors several years ago.

Shannon reportedly paid $156,000 for the place in 2014, an incredibly modest price for a celebrity home, particularly one of this size. Spread across 3,225 square feet, it had five bedrooms and three bathrooms for the family to utilize. Unfortunately, desperate times called for desperate measures, and Mama June ended up selling the place for $100,000.

Tom Shadyac downgraded significantly by moving into a trailer park

Year of Purchase: Unknown
Cost of House: Unknown
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: Unknown

Accidents can be incredibly life-changing, as Tom Shadyac knows well. The director used to live a life of luxury, but his outlook shifted significantly after he was in a bicycle accident in 2007. With the concussion leaving him hyper-sensitive to light and noise, he ditched his lavish lifestyle for a simpler one, complete with a 1,000-square-foot mobile home.

Transitioning from a 17,000-square-foot mansion to a Malibu trailer park is quite the change, but it's one he felt was necessary. It's unclear how much the home cost or when he purchased it, but there's no denying the property was far more modest than what he was accustomed to. At least he seems happy with the change.

Warren Buffet's home is worth nothing compared to his overall wealth

Year of Purchase: 1958
Cost of House: $31,500
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms

It's been a long time since Warren Buffet had to worry about money. Even now, he stands as the fifth-richest person in the world, with his net worth sitting around $117 billion. For that reason, you might imagine that all of his properties are luxury mansions that cost at least seven figures, if not more.

Yet one of Warren’s homes he bought for just $31,500. Granted, this was in 1958, so that amount of money now equates to over $300,000. Still, that's incredibly modest for someone of Warren's status. The house was apparently built in 1921, and while it covers 6,570 square feet, it only has five bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms.

Ellen Pompeo spent less than a million on a stunning home

Year of Purchase: 2011
Cost of House: $925,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

It's hard to believe that the medical drama 'Grey's Anatomy' has been going for 19 seasons already, and Ellen Pompeo has been there from the very beginning. The show has brought her so much success that the actress can afford to spend millions on a home. However, that doesn't mean she always splashes that much cash.

For example, in 2011, she reportedly spent $925,000 on a property in Sag Harbor. Given that this place has five bedrooms and four bathrooms, it might not seem that modest, especially as it covers 2,400 square feet. However, the price is certainly a downgrade from what you might expect, particularly with it later selling for several million.

Michael Symon's TV chef money came in helpful in 2013

Year of Purchase: 2013
Cost of House: Unknown (but sold for $510,000)
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ bathrooms

Being a TV chef is an excellent way to make money. If you're skilled in the kitchen, you can make bank from creating new recipes and cooking all day. Michael Symon can attest to that, with the television star making no shortage of money from his roles on ABC and the Food Network. It's let him buy some amazing houses.

One of the more modest of these was his property in Cleveland Heights, which came with five bedrooms and 3 ½ bathrooms. It's unclear what Symon paid for the place, but he later sold it for $510,000, so he probably paid a similar amount for the 2,825-square-foot 1920s building when he acquired it in 2013.

Tobey Maguire paid quite a sum for a relatively modest property

Year of Purchase: 2015
Cost of House: $2,675,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Tobey Maguire is another of those actors who will always be associated with a certain character, no matter what he does. He portrayed Spider-Man before superhero movies were around every corner, and to some fans, he will always be the best man to don the spider suit. We doubt Maguire's complaining, given how much money he makes.

He can afford to spend millions on properties, like the $2,675,000 that he spent on a place in Santa Monica in 2015. It was a lot to pay for somewhere that only had three bedrooms and two bathrooms, but the 1920s Spanish cottage definitely came with a ton of charm. The guesthouse was a nice touch, too.

Cher's Venice Beach apartment was one of her more modest property acquisitions

Year of Purchase: 2010
Cost of House: $1.5 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, unknown bathrooms

Cher is the type of person to spend thousands of dollars on wigs and outfits alone. So, when it comes to homes, you know she's probably not generally looking at affordability. After all, she needs somewhere spacious to store all those costume changes. However, that doesn't mean every home Cher's ever purchased has been the absolute height of luxury.

The Venice Beach apartment that she bought in 2010, for instance, was more on the modest side, at least from Cher's perspective. Covering 1,800 square feet, there was space for three bedrooms, a chef's kitchen, a rooftop deck, and some other amenities. The singer ended up making a profit from it when she later sold it for $2 million.

Jack White snapped up a home designed by George Nelson

Year of Purchase: 2016
Cost of House: $510,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 4 bedrooms, unknown bathrooms

The opportunity to buy a home designed by George Nelson is something that plenty of people dream about. Jack White of the White Stripes is apparently part of that group, given he snapped up the chance to buy one of the man's homes in Kalamazoo, Michigan, in 2016. The property reportedly dates back to the '50s.

Although the home was available for $450,000, White ended up paying $510,000 for the 3,500-square-foot property. It apparently contains four bedrooms and will serve as Jack's occasional writing retreat. The singer considers himself to be the "custodian" of the property and plans on taking great care of it until it finds a new owner in the future.

Dave Grohl's beachfront property was more modest than the price suggested

Year of Purchase: 2006
Cost of House: $3,783,500
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 4 bedrooms, 4 ensuite bathrooms

Many people would probably love the opportunity to live by the beach. Unfortunately, coastal properties tend to be on the more expensive side, so buying one of these places is usually easier said than done. Of course, it's typically no trouble for celebrities who have more than enough in the bank to splash out on one of these homes.

Dave Grohl once paid $3,783,500 for a place in Oxnard, which is far from a modest price. However, considering the three-story home only offers four bedrooms - each with an ensuite bathroom - the property is a bit more modest than the price tag. Still, that's most likely down to the location of the place.

Lea Michele had a more modest home while she was on Glee

Year of Purchase: 2012
Cost of House: $1.4 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Lea Michele is living the dream for both her and her character from the musical dramedy series 'Glee,' what with her role in 'Funny Girl.' The Broadway performance is just another stellar achievement for the actress, whose career has been on an excellent trajectory since she picked up the role of Rachel Berry. Her property portfolio only proves that.

Though she's bought some incredible homes over the years, her two-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage that she purchased in 2012 is probably the most modest. Lea reportedly lived here during her time on 'Glee' and spent $1.4 million for the opportunity. It was spacious enough at the time, but as her career blossomed, she found herself wanting bigger and better things.

Tim Cook's Palo Alto home is modest for his astounding net worth

Year of Purchase: 2010
Cost of House: $1.9 million
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

Since Steve Jobs passed away, Tim Cook has been the name most closely associated with Apple. That's not a bad position for him to be in, given how successful the company is. The man doesn't even really need to do anything these days to make millions, which is why it's surprising he only spent $1.9 million on one home.

This was for his place in Palo Alto, a two-story property with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. It covers 2,400 square feet of space, so it's far from cramped, and the design is nice and modern with plenty of eco-friendly features. Considering the man's net worth and his position at Apple, though, this purchase definitely seems pretty modest.

Meredith Vieria seemingly isn't one for buying big, expensive properties

Year of Purchase: 2012
Cost of House: $1,115,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Thanks to her work on programs like the talk show 'The View' and the game show 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire,' Meredith Vieria has had an amazing career. She still keeps herself incredibly busy, racking up more money to add to her astounding net worth. Of course, more money means more to spend on potential new homes.

Then again, Meredith seems to be one who prefers to go for something more modest with her properties. In 2012, she reportedly bought a place in Los Angeles for $1,115,000, which seems pretty cheap by celebrity standards. What's more, it reportedly only has three bedrooms and two bathrooms across 1,873 square feet of space.

Jason Momoa moved into an RV after he and Lisa Bonet split

Year of Purchase: 2018
Cost of House: $750,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

It can be tough to see a celebrity couple split up, especially when their relationship seems pretty strong. The breakup between Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet is probably one of the toughest we've had to deal with in recent years, especially given what happened afterward. Momoa ended up moving into a Ford RV in his friend's front yard.

Living in a vehicle isn't something you'd typically expect to see from a celebrity. However, Momoa did have his EarthRoamer XV-Ti 026 RV customized in 2018 with a kingsize mattress, induction cooktop, and Nespresso machine. The vehicle was reportedly worth $750,000 when he purchased it, although making those changes likely added to the value of the RV.

Matthew McConaughey enjoys living in a trailer from time to time

Year of Purchase: 2004
Cost of House: Unknown
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

While some people move into a vehicle because they've split from their partner, others do it simply because they like to live that way. It might seem bizarre, especially when talking about celebrities, but there are some stars out there who have this passion. Matthew McConaughey is one of them, with the actor customizing his own Airstream trailer.

McConaughey has reportedly been interested in this sort of thing since the '90s, although he didn't buy his Airstream trailer until 2004. It doesn't offer much, but it does feature a streamlined kitchen, dining table, cozy bedroom, toilet, and shower. Plus, he can take it wherever he wants to go, meaning new views all the time.

Kanye West bought back his childhood home years after leaving it

Year of Purchase: 2019
Cost of House: $225,000
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

Celebrities typically buy a property because they want a nice, spacious place they can call home. However, Kanye West had a very different reason for buying the house that he did in 2019. This was the place where he grew up, which his mom had reportedly sold following concerns about the local influence on her son.

Although the charity Donda's House previously purchased the home with the intention of turning it into a place for the community, things didn't go to plan. There were fears of the house being demolished due to "significant structural damage." Luckily, Kanye eventually bought it back for $225,000 with plans to renovate the three-bedroom, one-bathroom property in Chicago.

Elon Musk reportedly owns one of the smallest celebrity homes around

Year of Purchase: 2021
Cost of House: $49,500
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

Elon Musk is another man for whom money probably doesn't mean much. After all, given he's worth billions of dollars, cash is hardly difficult to come by. Yet, despite being worth so much money, he also owns one of the most modest celebrity homes around. This is a 375-square-foot prefab property that's reportedly worth $49,500.

Given the growing popularity of tiny homes, perhaps it's no surprise that Musk decided to get in on the trend? He admitted in July 2022 that he uses the property as a guest house and even threw a birthday party once there. Presumably, the guest list was very selective, given how little space there is inside.

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