Elon Musk, currently the second richest man in the world according to Forbes, is making headlines with his recent real estate transaction. Musk’s former mansion, a grand 16,000-square-foot property in Silicon Valley, was listed for nearly $32 million and has recently gone under contract. The identity of the buyer remains undisclosed, as reported by the Multiple Listing Service.
Listing and Price Adjustments
Musk first put the mansion on the market in June 2021, following his public declaration on Twitter that he was selling his last house. The property, one of the largest in Silicon Valley, was initially listed at $37.5 million. By October of the same year, the price was reduced to $31.99 million.
Property Details and Usage
Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, the mansion has been used for various events. Its sale reflects Musk’s ongoing shift away from owning extensive real estate holdings.
A Glimpse into Musk’s Simple Living
In contrast to his high-profile properties, Musk’s biographer Walter Isaacson recently shared a picture of Musk’s more modest residence on X (formerly Twitter). The “spartan two-bedroom house” depicted in the image shows a neat and uncluttered living space with a wooden table, a jacket on a chair, and a rocket sculpture along with a white Japanese sword or Katana.
Isaacson’s Insights into Musk’s Choice
The reasons behind Musk’s decision to live in such a modest home will be explored in Isaacson’s forthcoming biography of Elon Musk. The book is scheduled for release on September 12 and is available for pre-order on Amazon.
