• A new study revealed the ten most iconic properties from movies and TV shows and how much annual income and net worth one must have to afford similar properties in real life. 
• To afford the $400 million Downton Abbey Estate from the Downton Abbey, one would need to have a net worth of more than $376 million, the most amount needed on the list. 
• The 5 beds/4 baths Victorian House from the Full House Victorian is the smallest among all the mentioned properties, but its high value places it in the top ten most expensive properties. 

New research by Evernest compiled a list of properties from 24 famous movies and TV shows and revealed just how much money it would actually take to own some of them, showing the real-life annual income and net worth needed to afford these legendary homes. To achieve that, their values were estimated based on comparable real estate prices in the depicted locations, and calculations were done to identify the financial requirements using consistent assumptions. The required annual income was derived from the total annual housing cost, and the net worth required was estimated as the down payment plus ten years of housing costs. This approach provided a clear picture of the financial demands for owning these iconic properties.

Property	Show/Movie	Estimated Value	Annual Income Needed	Net Worth Required	Location	Address	Property Type & Size
Downton Abbey Estate	Downton Abbey	$400,000,000.00	$98,711,050.93	$376,133,152.83	Hampshire, England, UK	Hampshire, England	Castle, 30+ rooms
Tony Stark’s Mansion	Iron Man	$117,000,000.00	$28,889,499.31	$110,068,497.88	Malibu, California, USA	10880 Malibu Point 90265	Cliffside Mansion, 8 beds/10 baths
Gatsby’s Mansion	The Great Gatsby	$85,000,000.00	$20,981,030.28	$79,943,090.83	Long Island, New York, USA	Kings Point, Long Island	Mansion, 10 beds/10 baths
Scarface Mansion	Scarface	$60,000,000.00	$14,806,657.75	$56,419,973.20	Miami, Florida, USA	Montecito, California, United States	Mansion, 6 beds/8 baths
Gossip Girl Penthouse	Gossip Girl	$18,887,600.00	$4,660,932.28	$17,760,716.80	NYC, USA	5th avenue	Luxury Penthouse, 5 beds/6 baths
Pemberley Estate	Pride and Prejudice	$10,900,000.00	$2,689,588.10	$10,249,764.33	Derbyshire, England, UK	Derbyshire, England, UK	Estate, 20+ rooms
The Godfather House	The Godfather	$8,999,850.00	$2,222,111.60	$8,666,304.80	Staten Island, NY, USA	110 Longfellow Avenue	Mansion, 5 beds/5 baths
Full House Victorian	Full House	$6,500,000.00	$1,606,392.14	$6,119,176.38	San Francisco, California, USA	Broderick St, San Francisco, CA	Victorian House, 5 beds/4 baths
Lucifer’s penthouse	Lucifer	$6,000,000.00	$1,480,794.67	$5,642,384.00	Hollywood Blvd	Hollywood Blvd	Penthouse
Peaky Blinders Mansion	Peaky Blinders	$5,389,347.50	$1,330,380.51	$5,068,010.00	Cheshire, England, UK	Arley Hall & Gardens in Northwich, Cheshire, England	Mansion, 8 beds/8 baths

The Downton Abbey Estate takes the top spot as the most expensive property on the list.  With an estimated value of $400 million, one would need to have a net worth of more than $376 million and an annual income of $98 million to call this castle with 30+ rooms their home.

Ranked second is Tony Stark’s cliffside mansion from Iron Man. Located at 10880 Malibu Point, this 8-bedroom, 10-bathroom futuristic home has an estimated value of $117 million. To afford it, you’d need an annual income of $28.9 million and a net worth of $110 million. Its state-of-the-art features and breathtaking ocean views make it a top-tier luxury home.

Ranked third, Gatsby’s Mansion from The Great Gatsby, located in Kings Point, Long Island, New York, is valued at $85 million. This estate with 10 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms requires an annual income of $20.9 million and a net worth of nearly $79.9 million to afford. The high cost is influenced not only by the size of the mansion but also by the premium location on Long Island.

The iconic mansion from Scarface ranks fourth with an estimated value of $60 million. Despite its on-screen Miami setting, the real mansion is located in Montecito, California. Owning this luxurious 6-bedroom, 8-bathroom estate would require an annual income of $14.8 million and a net worth of $56.4 million, showcasing the allure and high maintenance costs of such a property.

The Gossip Girl Penthouse takes the fifth spot with a value of $18,8 million. Located on 5th Avenue in New York City, this luxury 5-bedroom, 6-bathroom penthouse requires an annual income of $4,6 million and a net worth of $17.7 million. The high cost of living in New York City, as well as the prestige of a 5th Avenue address, elevates the financial demands, making this iconic property one of the most sought-after yet expensive homes from the list.

In sixth place, the Pemberley Estate from Pride and Prejudice, located in Derbyshire, England, is valued at $10.9 million. To own this grand estate with over 20 rooms, one would need an annual income of $2.6 million and a net worth of about $10.2 million. While not as costly as some of the other properties, the estate’s historical significance and extensive grounds add to the financial requirements.

The Godfather House on 110 Longfellow Avenue in Staten Island, New York, takes the seventh spot, valued at approximately $8.9 million. This 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom mansion requires an annual income of $2.2 million and a net worth of $8.6 million. The value is backed by the property’s association with the legendary film and its desirable location.

Ranked eighth is the iconic Victorian house from Full House, located on Broderick Street in San Francisco. Despite being the smallest on the list with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, its $6.5 million price tag is far from modest. You’d need an annual income of $1.6 million and a net worth of $6.1 million to afford this nostalgic gem.

Ranked ninth, Lucifer’s penthouse on Hollywood Boulevard is valued at $6 million. This stylish property requires an annual income of $1.4 million and a net worth of $5.6 million. The penthouse’s prime location in Hollywood is  another contributing factor, making it one of the more financially demanding properties on the list.

Rounding off the list at tenth is the Peaky Blinders mansion set in Arley Hall & Gardens in Northwich, Cheshire. This 8-bedroom, 8-bathroom estate is valued at $5.4 million and requires an annual income of $1.3 million and a net worth of $5.1 million. Its historical significance and period charm make it a dream home for fans of the series.

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A spokesperson from Evernest commented on the study: “Owning iconic properties like those seen in movies and TV shows often seems like a dream, but the financial reality is staggering. High property values, along with significant taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs, make these homes accessible only to those with substantial wealth. It’s a reminder that the allure of these famous homes comes with financial responsibilities that extend far beyond the initial purchase price. This study shows the gap between on-screen fantasy and real-world affordability, demonstrating just how much income and net worth are required to live like a character from your favorite show.”