<p id=”par-1_79″>Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s Bel-Air estate stands as a testament to their status as one of the world’s most influential power couples. Acquired in 2017 for approximately $88 million, the property is a modern architectural marvel. Spanning nearly 19,000 square feet across six interconnected structures, the mansion boasts eight bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, and a 15-car garage. Now, photos show that the power couple is expanding their home’s lawn by bulldozing a $17 million property next door. Here’s what to know.</p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-beyonce-and-jay-z-are-reportedly-bulldozing-a-property-next-to-their-bel-air-mansion”>Beyoncé and Jay-Z are reportedly bulldozing a property next to their Bel-Air mansion</h2>
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<p id=”par-2_55″><a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/beyonce-and-jay-zs-88-million-bel-air-mansion-has-some-insane-features-you-wont-believe.html/”>Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s Bel-Air mansion</a> is a masterclass in luxury and meticulous design. The nearly 19,000-square-foot estate is composed of six interconnected structures, providing both privacy and a sense of expansive openness. Inside, the home features high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and an open-plan layout that emphasizes natural light and panoramic views of Los Angeles. </p>
<p id=”par-3_60″>Entertainment spaces include a full-size basketball court, a private screening room, multiple lounges, and four outdoor pools surrounded by manicured gardens and terraces. The interiors are finished with high-end materials like Italian limestone, exotic woods, and bespoke fixtures. The property also prioritizes wellness and convenience. It includes a spa, fitness center, and separate staff quarters, according to <a href=”https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/architectural-facts/beyonce-house-10-facts-through-architects-lens/” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>Rethinking the Future</a>.</p>
<p id=”par-4_54″>According <a href=”https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-15216995/Jay-Z-Beyonce-bulldoze-renovations-Bel-Air-mansion.html” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>DailyMail.com</a>, Jay-Z and Beyoncé recently purchased a $17 million property next door to their Bel-Air mansion. Instead of utilizing the property, the couple chose to bulldoze it to add to their existing land. It’s unclear what Jay-Z and Beyoncé plan to put on the land, but fans will be anxious to hear more.</p>
<p id=”par-5_34″>In addition to this development, the couple brought in construction crews to work on a “kids’ area” for their home. They share three children: Blue Ivy Carter, 13, and Rumi and Sir Carter, 8.</p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-the-power-couple-took-out-a-57-million-mortgage-on-the-bel-air-mansion”>The power couple took out a $57 million mortgage on the Bel-Air mansion</h2>
<p id=”par-6_70″>In 2025, Jay-Z and Beyoncé took out a substantial $57.75 million mortgage on their $88 million estate. This brought their total borrowing against the property to over $110 million. This move surprised many, given the duo’s considerable wealth and diversified income streams. According to <a href=”https://www.realtor.com/news/celebrity-real-estate/beyonce-jay-z-second-mortgage-bel-air-los-angeles-home/” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>Realtor.com</a>, DailyMail.com originally stated that the 30-year loan from Morgan Stanley’s Private Banking Division came with a 5% interest rate for the first 10 years. </p>
<p id=”par-7_22″>When Jay-Z and Beyoncé originally bought the home, they took out a $52.8 million mortgage and later refinanced for the same amount.</p>
<p id=”par-8_33″>According to the <a href=”https://nypost.com/2025/07/28/real-estate/beyonce-and-jay-z-took-out-a-58m-mortgage-for-their-la-home/” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>New York Post</a>, the <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/beyonce-jay-z-reportedly-paying-600000-month-home-taking-second-mortgage.html/”>couple likely pays around $637,000</a> a month for the home before utilities. The Bel-Air mansion comes with a property tax bill of over $1.2 million. </p>
<p id=”par-9_27″>Thankfully, Jay-Z and Beyoncé have plenty of money to spare. They have a <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/beyonce-jay-z-wealthiest-celebrity-couple-2025-heres-fortune.html/”>combined net worth of $3.2 billion</a>, making them the wealthiest celebrity couple in 2025.</p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-beyonce-and-jay-z-are-reportedly-buying-a-new-home-in-the-cotswolds”>Beyoncé and Jay-Z are reportedly buying a new home in the Cotswolds</h2>
<p id=”par-10_98″>Beyoncé and Jay-Z are reportedly in the final stages of purchasing a 58-acre estate near the village of Wigginton in the Cotswolds, a picturesque region in Oxfordshire known for its rolling hills and tranquil countryside. The couple, who already own multimillion-pound homes in Los Angeles and the Hamptons, are said to have secured planning permission for a luxury estate. The estate features a seven-bedroom, nine-bathroom mansion, complete with a lakeside view, according to <a href=”https://www.thetimes.com/culture/music/article/beyonce-buy-house-cotswolds-winnington-gcr53kbv5?utm_source=chatgpt.com” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>The Times</a>. The estimated cost of the property is £7.5 million. And the development is expected to significantly increase the estate’s value once completed. </p>
<p id=”par-11_35″>This move places them among a growing list of international celebrities flocking to the Cotswolds. Often dubbed the “Hamptons of the UK,” the couple joins neighbors like David and Victoria Beckham and Ellen DeGeneres. </p>
<p id=”par-12_86″>A few <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/beyonce-jay-z-new-neighbors-england-worry-swarms-paparazzi.html/”>residents in the area aren’t so happy</a> about the celebrity couple moving in. “The prices of everything have gone up a lot, and people tend to stick another two zeros onto things such as fixing fencing or walls just because of where we live,” Thomas Winter, a 20-year resident of the area, told The Times. “If I wanted to buy a larger property around here, then I wouldn’t be able to afford it as these celebrities have priced me out, which is not good.”<a href=”https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/beyonce-is-latest-american-star-set-to-decamp-to-the-cotswolds-gcr53kbv5?utm_source=chatgpt.com” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”></a></p>