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One of the most influential rappers and hip-hop artists of this generation, Lil Wayne, recently listed his Miami beach mansion up for sale. The Grammy-award-winning rapper’s home is located in a gated community, complete with 24-hour guard service. Talk about living life in luxury! American rapper Lil Wayne is currently looking for a buyer and listed his beachfront property for $29 million.
The home of the rapper who's worth $150 million is situated on Allison Island, a 35-acre island in Biscayne Bay. The mainland is connected via a bridge, and reports say that the island is known for its luxurious and private properties. Lil Wayne’s house is tucked behind greenery-covered gates, the features a heavy, double-doored entryway. It also has a floating walkway over the water.
On the outside, the house is wrapped in a mixture of wood and glass, and the same theme is continued inside, albeit with more minimalist designs and clean spaces. The estate is undoubtedly expensive, but one look inside, and the 10,278 square feet mansion is worth the price tag.
Lil Wayne's Wealth, Fancy Cars, And Big Houses
Born Dwayne Michael Carter Jr. on September 27, 1982, Lil Wayne spent his childhood in an impoverished area in New Orleans. He is a child of divorce; his father permanently removed himself from Lil Wayne’s life. In a previous interview, Lil Wayne mentioned that dropped the letter D in his name because it alluded to him being a junior to his dad. He goes on further to state that his father has never been in his life, so to avoid paying indirect homage to his dad, Lil Dwayne became Lil Wayne instead.
Lil Wayne wrote his first rap song when he was just eight years old. In 1991, he met Bryan Williams, a fellow rapper and the co-founder of Cash Money Records. Bryan coached and encouraged Lil Wayne’s love for hip-hop, and Bryan included him on several of his tracks. Despite having a rough start in life, including living in poverty and an attempt to take his own life, Lil Wayne’ achieved the unbelievable success that most people can only dream of.
His decades-long career won him five Grammy Awards, 11 BET Awards, four Billboard Music Awards, and Two MTV Video Music Awards. Although he was greatly recognized by the Grammy, there are tons of Grammy Award Snubs through the years. With over 120 million records sold, he has earned a net worth of $175 million. Lil Wayne is one of the world’s most commercially-successful rappers.
The Gorgeous Scenery Of The Oceanfront Estate
In stark contrast to his humble beginnings, Lil Wayne’s Miami Beach Mansion boasts the expensive lifestyle money can buy. Located on Allison Island, the 10,000-square feet mansion boasts a sleek and modern style, complete with suede wall coverings. The home features 34 meters of waterfront and an incredible view of Miami’s famous palm-lined shores.
The property also boasts mahogany panels and floor-to-ceiling glass windows. People will be greeted by a custom-made mahogany entryway that flows to an equally-impressive reception area with 22-foot-high ceilings. The living room also features a fireplace and sliding doors that open to the backyard. He's not the only celebrity who owns an estate in Miami, even NBA superstar Lebron James owns a Miami mansion.
From the living room, people can step onto a huge deck, adorned with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer a stellar view of the greenery outside. The backyard also has a tropical-inspired oasis – complete with a large pool and open cabana that also has its kitchen and bath. Further inside, people will find seven spacious bedrooms. The master bedroom is complete with dual baths, a walk-in closet, a sitting area, and a private terrace. A junior suite also has a private terrace. The mansion has two kitchens: the main kitchen, and a chef’s kitchen.
The main kitchen includes a breakfast nook, designed with custom-made Italian cabinets, a gourmet kitchen, and Subzero & Wolf appliances. The chef’s kitchen offers separate staff quarters. Further in the property, people will find a movie theatre, wine room, and a three-car garage. The home also has an elevator. How many people can say that their house is big enough to fit an elevator inside?
The Stunning Features Of Lil Wayne's Mansion
The mansion includes several outdoor dining spaces, a built-in barbecue grill, and a beach cabana – complete with direct access to the island’s private beach. The property is inside a gated community, with 24-hour roving guard service, ensuring total privacy and protection.
The area itself is close to the La Gorce Country Club and the Normandy Shores Golf Club. Miami has beautiful public beaches, exciting and expensive nightlife, famous art galleries, fancy stores that cater to the elite and VIP celebrities, and of course, 5-star restaurants.
In case anyone is looking for a $29 million Miami beachfront mansion, the real estate company that’s handling the deal is Cyril Matz of Douglas Elliman Realty. According to several real estate sites, the rapper and music producer paid $16.8 million when he first bought the mansion in 2018.
Right now, sources say that Lil Wayne’s looking to move out of Florida as he recently listed his Miami estate for sale. He plans to move into his recently bought estate in California. This new home is located in Hidden Hills, where the rest of the rich and famous live, and was bought for $15.4 million.
Sources: People, SCMP, LA Times