Lionel Messi is no stranger to luxury, having lived in some of the most luxurious and costly homes on the planet. It’s just another perk of being the top footballer in the world with a fortune of $524 million.
Messi reportedly rents an apartment in villes de Neuilly in Paris, according to sources. The 35-year-old Argentinian, who currently plays for PSG, is said to be paying £18,000 per month for the accommodation.
Throughout his career, Messi has owned properties in various locations, including mansions in Barcelona and Miami. Recently, he has expanded his property portfolio to include homes in Ibiza and Rosario.
With a combined value of approximately £23 million, SunSport has taken a look at Messi’s impressive collection of houses. His residence in Barcelona, where his football journey began, was located in the exclusive suburb of Castelldefels. The property offered stunning sea views and was situated in a no-fly zone, requiring planes to adjust their routes to avoid it. Its strategic location was just a 12-mile drive from the iconic Camp Nou stadium.
Messi settled in his luxurious Castelldefels residence, located in the upscale suburb of Barcelona.
The garden featured a cozy little soccer field where Messi could practice and improve his skills. Photo Source: Instagram
In one of his rooms, Messi proudly displays a collection of shirts he has received from opposing players. Along with his wife Antonella Roccuzzo and their three children, they enjoyed various amenities in their living area such as a small football pitch, a swimming pool, an indoor gym, and a playground.
Messi also had the company of his close friend Luis Suarez who used to live nearby. It is unclear whether he retained ownership of the property or sold it when he moved to Paris, as it is valued at £5.5 million.
In 2020, Messi made a significant investment in the US by purchasing a lavish apartment in Miami for £5 million. This caused speculation that he might join David Beckham’s Inter Miami in the MLS. The remarkable property is located on Sunny Isles Beach with breathtaking ocean views, just a short distance from Miami Beach.
The luxurious condo features four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and 360-degree views of the stunning Miami skyline within 511 square meters of indoor space. In addition to a private pool, the apartment offers access to six pools in total, along with amenities like a spa, fitness center, yoga studio, children’s playhouse, and a champagne bar within the complex.
In 2020, Messi purchased a lavish Miami condominium worth £5 million at Regalia Miami Condos.
The kitchen in Regalia Miami Condos offers plenty of room for enjoying meals with your family.
The upscale apartment enjoys breathtaking ocean vistas with a prime location at Regalia Miami Condos.
Reportedly, Messi placed his apartment for sale last year at Regalia Miami Condos. Adding to the luxury, residents can enjoy the convenience of having a private chef on-site to cater to their culinary needs before venturing into the expansive wine cellar.
On another note, Messi made headlines with his recent purchase of a £9.5 million holiday home in Ibiza, adding to his property portfolio which includes a hotel on the island. However, it seems the new acquisition requires some renovation work.
According to reports, the mansion is facing planning issues and has yet to receive a certificate of occupancy, necessary for verifying the habitability of the property. These problems are said to stem from the construction of additional rooms in the garage prior to Messi’s ownership, as detailed in a report by Periodico de Ibiza.
During the summer, Messi and his wife Antonela Roccuzzo often visit Ibiza for their vacation, as seen on Antonela’s Instagram account.
In 2018, Messi made a purchase of the Hotel MiM Ibiza and Spa, as seen on his Instagram account @hotelesvive.
It is rumored that he may need to tear down rooms that were not part of the original blueprints for the new property. Messi is optimistic that the renovations will be completed by next summer, as he enjoys spending his offseason in Ibiza.
Despite leaving his hometown of Rosario at the age of 13 to pursue his soccer career in Barcelona, Messi still holds his hometown close to his heart.
Recently, he reportedly invested £3 million in a lavish mansion named ‘The Fortress’ on the outskirts of Rosario. The property consists of three connected plots of land within a gated community. The mansion boasts an impressive cinema, a state-of-the-art gym, and an underground garage that can accommodate 15 cars, perfect for his extensive car collection.
According to reports from Argentinian media, the mansion features between 20-25 rooms and a playroom that spans the entire top floor.
This year, it was rumored that Messi purchased a £3m gated residence in Rosario.
Messi may decide to live out his retirement in his home country with his beautiful partner Antonella. Visitors to the house will be greeted by a large portrait of the back of Messi wearing his iconic No10 shirt for Argentina.
It was reported that Messi’s father, Jorge, was responsible for designing the property, allowing his son to focus on his football career. It seems like the perfect place for him to eventually settle down and retire.