Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, made one of the most talked-about real estate purchases of the moment by buying an oceanfront mansion on the exclusive Indian Creek Island, a residential enclave in Miami, Florida, nicknamed the “billionaires’ bunker” for housing some of the most expensive and sought-after properties in the United States.
According to information gathered by Fortune, the property that Zuckerberg and Chan are acquiring is located in one of the most valued areas of the island — known for its limited number of lots, high security, and a neighborhood made up of billionaires such as Jeff Bezos, Tom Brady, and Ivanka Trump.
Local real estate brokers say the value of the property ranges from US$150 million to US$200 million, although the final details of the deal have not been officially disclosed. The transaction was reportedly carried out “off-market,” meaning outside traditional public records — a common practice in ultra-high-end deals.
The house is located on the west side of the island, considered the most coveted area for offering unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay, larger plots of land, and direct water access.
Strategy and context: why the move?
This real estate move comes amid a heated debate in California over a possible special 5% tax on large fortunes — a proposal that could be applied retroactively starting in 2026, according to reports.
Florida, in turn, does not charge a state income tax, which has attracted a number of billionaires and tech executives to transfer part of their residences or even move permanently to the state.
This trend is not isolated: in addition to Zuckerberg, other names from the world of technology and business have invested in high-end real estate in South Florida, reinforcing the idea that the geography of the largest fortunes in the U.S. is undergoing a quiet but significant reconfiguration.
The most closed enclave in the U.S.
Indian Creek Island covers about 300 acres, with only 41 lots and around 80 to 90 residents, creating an atmosphere of unmatched privacy and exclusivity. The island is fully gated and has strict access control, as well as its own private security force that patrols by land, water, and air.
In addition to luxury residences, the island is home to an 18-hole golf course and the Indian Creek Country Club, whose membership fees and selection process make the location even more exclusive.
More than a home — a symbol of strategy
For Zuckerberg, the acquisition strengthens an already extensive portfolio of properties in different regions of the United States — from his historic residence in Palo Alto, California, to large properties in Hawaii, Lake Tahoe, and Washington, D.C.
It is still unclear when the couple will definitively move to Indian Creek, but neighbors have already told the press that Zuckerberg plans to be at the new residence by April 2026.
Source: Fortune. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
