What USD One Million Buys In Property Around The World
Comparing million-dollar homes in cities worldwide
A million-dollar-home in a sought-after location is a rare find in many mature real estate markets. But elsewhere in the world, property in this price bracket provides the ultimate in luxury: private pools, breathtaking views and beachfront living.
International property portal Lamudi provides a snapshot of global house prices, with five homes in the emerging markets that will set you back about USD one million or less.
Penthouse in Metro Manila, the Philippines
Price: 44,000,000 Philippine Pesos (~USD 984,350)
This classy 290 square meter condominium is centrally located in the ultra-luxury Essensa East Forbes development in Metro Manila. The semi-furnished lower penthouse unit offers three bedrooms, four bathrooms and sweeping views over the surrounding Makati district thanks to the floor-to-ceiling aluminium and glass windows. There are wooden floorboards, granite kitchen benchtops and high-end finishes throughout, ensuring the ultimate in luxury living in the financial center of the Philippines.
Waterfront apartment in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Price: 3.5 million Saudi Riyal (~USD 933,245)
A brand new apartment located in Bay La Sun within the King Abdullah Economic City megaproject could be yours for less than USD 1 million. Measuring 198 square meters, the unit has three bedrooms, four bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, staff quarters and sea views. Residents enjoy access to a swimming pool, gym, children’s play area and several great restaurants.
Contemporary villa by the beach in Bali, Indonesia
Price: 13,750,000,000 Indonesian Rupiah (~USD 1.04 million)
This four-bedroom luxury residence is located in sought-after Brawa, within walking distance of the beach and a short drive to Seminyak’s shopping and dining district. The property features: spacious open plan living areas, a modern kitchen with quality appliances, two upstairs master suites with walk-in wardrobes and seating areas, two guest bedrooms with ensuites, and a covered outdoor lounge area overlooking the pool and gardens.
Luxury living with mountain views in Marrakesh, Morocco
Price: 9,000,000 Moroccan dirham (~USD 923,370)
Facing the spectacular Atlas Mountains, this single-storey contemporary villa was inspired by traditional Berber design and architecture. The property is built on a 2244 square meter block, landscaped with a wide variety of Moroccan plants. Features include a spacious reception room with fireplace, three large suites each with their own bathroom, a well-equipped kitchen, and a terrace looking over the garden and swimming pool. The property is part of the Domaine Royal Palm estate, which contains a restaurant, clubhouse and fitness center for residents’ use.
Four-bedroom house with gardens in Nairobi, Kenya
Price: 98,000,000 Kenyan shillings (~USD 1.02 million)
Tucked away in the leafy suburb of Runda is this gorgeous four-bedroom, Scandinavian-style house for sale. The house has a spacious kitchen and breakfast area, a living room with great garden views, a master bedroom with ensuite, a large family room, an office, sizeable staff quarters and wood finishings throughout.
About Lamudi
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