The former private island of actress Julia Roberts in Hawaii has been listed for an impressive $29.85 million.
Seeking to escape the spotlight of Los Angeles, Hollywood star Julia Roberts found refuge for over a decade in an exclusive property located in Hā’ena, a paradisiacal stretch of Hawaiian coastline where the sound of the ocean and nature take precedence over fame.
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During her years at the property, Julia Roberts undertook a full renovation of the residence, led by the renowned San Francisco-based architecture firm Walker Warner. The upgrades included hardwood floors, wood-paneled walls, exposed-beam ceilings, and steel reinforcements.
Extensive use of glass on the exterior walls provides full integration with the lush view, virtually erasing the boundary between indoors and out. The house is also equipped with modern solar panels, reducing its reliance on conventional energy.
The interior design features an open concept, where the living room, dining room, and kitchen are unified under one roof. The kitchen includes a central island with a butcher block countertop, seating for four, and a convenient built-in workstation. French doors connect the indoor spaces to a covered porch that extends the social area outdoors—perfect for enjoying the tropical weather.
Among the improvements, one of the guest rooms was converted into a private gym. The master suite offers maximum comfort, with a bathroom that features an oversized soaking tub and a unique outdoor shower. Outside, a spectacular 46 m² infinity pool stands out, built on a wooden deck and surrounded by landscaped gardens, a natural stream, and grassy areas ideal for leisure, outdoor dining, and relaxation.
The property enjoys a privileged location next to Hā’ena State Park and the National Tropical Botanical Garden, providing additional privacy and closeness to nature. Records show that Julia Roberts and her husband, filmmaker Danny Moder, bought the property in 2009 for $10 million. In 2020, it was sold to a Miami-based company in a deal worth around $20 million. Now, the home is back on the market at a higher value, thanks to the upgrades and rising demand for luxury beachfront properties in Hawaii.
In addition to this property, Julia Roberts also owned another residence in Kauai, purchased in 2011 for $13.3 million and sold in 2016 for $16.2 million to Michael Fleiss, creator of the reality show The Bachelor.
Beyond real estate, Julia Roberts has built a brilliant career in film. She first rose to fame with hits like Mystic Pizza and Steel Magnolias, but it was Pretty Woman that earned her worldwide stardom, making her one of the biggest names in Hollywood. In the following years, she starred in films like My Best Friend’s Wedding, Notting Hill, and Runaway Bride.
In 2000, her role in Erin Brockovich won her the Academy Award for Best Actress, and she became the first actress in history to earn $20 million for a single film. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, she was repeatedly named the highest-paid actress in the world.
Her success continued with roles in the Ocean’s Eleven franchise, as well as films like Valentine’s Day, Eat Pray Love, Ticket to Paradise, and Leave the World Behind. In the coming years, she is set to star in two new thrillers: After the Hunt, alongside Andrew Garfield, and Panic Carefully, with Elizabeth Olsen and Eddie Redmayne.
As of 2025, Julia Roberts has an estimated net worth of $250 million and over 50 films to her name, which have grossed more than $6 billion worldwide, solidifying her as one of the most profitable and influential actresses of all time.
Source: The Richest
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