Concentrated in Florida and California, the year's biggest residential sales featured high-profile buyers eager to secure investments with ample square footage, pedigree and prime locations
Properties on this year's list reaffirm that ultra-luxury buyers have little concern over owning homes in areas prone to natural disasters since they have the means to rebuild, if necessary
After buying a Tribeca penthouse for $9M cash in 1999, the pop star has borrowed millions in loans on the pad's equity in order to fund her lavish lifestyle that reportedly includes $45K dog spa days