A Coconut Grove, Florida estate with deep ties to American aviation legend Howard Hughes has listed for a staggering $55.5 million, The Post has learned.
The property last sold in 2021 for an undisclosed sum; it listed in 2020 for nearly $15 million, records show.
Built in 2003, the mansion sits on land once owned by the billionaire business magnate and is part of Hughes Cove, an exclusive eight-home community in Miami named in his honor.
The late Howard Hughes once owned the land the current home stands upon. Bettmann Archive
The foyer. Legendary Productions
The formal living space. Legendary Productions
Hughes was a multifaceted American figure, excelling as an aerospace engineer, a business tycoon, a film producer, an investor, a philanthropist and a pilot. (He was immortalized by Leonardo DiCaprio in “The Aviator” film.)
In his later years, his life took a more peculiar turn, marked by reclusiveness and eccentric behavior. These traits were influenced by his struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder, chronic pain from a near-fatal plane crash and progressive hearing loss. On April 5, 1976, he passed away at the age of 70.
The property has seen its share of other high-profile owners. Its most recent notable resident was N.J. Nicholas Jr., the former CEO of Time Warner, who sold the estate in 2018.
The outdoor loggia. Legendary Productions
The sauna. Legendary ProductionsAdding to its star-studded location, billionaire property developer and Related Group founder Jorge Pérez is a next-door neighbor.
Spanning 10,000 square feet of interior space on a nearly 1-acre lot, the three-story home is designed for luxury living.
It features eight bedrooms, seven bathrooms and four half-baths, with sunlight streaming through expansive windows and elegant finishes throughout.
There is also a gourmet chef’s kitchen while the rest of the home blends opulence with a comfortable, modern aesthetic.
A living space with coffered ceilings. Legendary Productions
The kitchen. Legendary Productions
The dining space. Legendary ProductionsOutdoor spaces include a saltwater pool, a tranquil pond stocked with African Cichlids, a yoga pavilion, and a private sauna — while a 40-foot dock and a communal tennis court provide opportunities for recreation.
One of the home’s standout features is a coconut shell elevator — a whimsical detail that highlights the property’s unique charm.
A bedroom. Legendary Productions
The outdoor space. Legendary Productions
A bathroom. Legendary ProductionsThe property is listed with Lourdes Alatriste of Douglas Elliman.
