Simpler Homes
When you’re living off a celebrity’s paycheck, the sky’s the limit when it comes to the places you can buy. Hollywood status and international fame open celebrities to incredible luxuries, including intricate, sprawling, elaborate houses crafted by the most esteemed architects and designers.
Despite this opportunity, not all celebrities go for giant houses. Though their places are still dreamier than the average, here are some stars who chose to live in simpler homes.
Jennifer Lawrence
Jennifer Lawrence might be considered one of the most down-to-earth actresses in Hollywood. The star is one of the most attractive women in the industry and is one of the highest-paid leading actresses.
Yet, Jennifer Lawrence spends her time in humbler homes rather than huge Hollywood mansions. In 2014, she bought a simple five-bedroom house for $8 million, even though the actress could’ve gotten a fancier place considering her earnings.
Shaquille O’ Neal
Shaquille O’ Neal is a basketball legend with tons of money. In fact, the star has invested in some quality real estate. While he has some costly properties, he decided to go simple with his house.
With a price tag of just $235,000, this is a humbler investment for such a wealthy man. Compared to his other properties, the house is quite average and cozy and consists of only five bedrooms.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are one of Hollywood’s most celebrated and beautiful couples. The two actors enjoy prolific acting careers and have garnered vast wealth from them.
While the couple can definitely purchase a more expensive home, they prefer a simpler lifestyle and choose a modest country home where they live with their family.
Keira Knightley
While many stars live in big homes worth a lot of money, British actress Keira Knightley rented a more modest apartment worth $2.2 million in Tribeca, New York.
The award-winning actress eventually moved to London and put the two-story, three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom apartment up for grabs. The property stayed on the market for seven years before finding a new owner.
Robert Pattinson
The English actor became a household name after portraying the role of the good-looking vampire Edward in the Twilight saga. He spent some of his earnings on beautiful mansions, one of which was a great house in L.A. that had a price tag of $6 million.
In 2014, though, the actor decided to make huge lifestyle changes. In January 2014, Pattinson sold his $6 million home and moved into a more private 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom bungalow.
Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton’s crazy successful career as a country singer earned her a lot of money which she invested in various charities and theme parks. But the singer is not as extravagant in her private life.
Dolly started from humble beginnings, and her struggles growing up have made it into her songs as well. Parton kept true to her roots and chose a simple yet sweet and cozy bungalow. The home cost her $1.2 million. It wasn’t too big, but it was just how she liked it.
Kesha
With her quirky costumes and colorful hair, Kesha became known for her fun, rebellious, party-animal image and music.
The singer and songwriter surprised her fans when she went for a simple property in California. Instead of a grand party house like her fans expected, Kesha chose a smaller $1.65 million bungalow, which was just right and exactly what the singer wanted.
Paul McCartney
Paul McCartney, the legend of The Beatles, is a singer and songwriter with timeless songs under his belt like “And I Love Her,” “Yesterday,” “Eleanor Rigby,” and “Blackbird” songs that get covered today.
The famous musician has a net worth of $1.2 billion. Despite his staggering wealth, the icon likes to relax in the comfort of his small, modest townhouse in London rather than in more expensive properties, which he can easily afford.
Matthew McConaughey
The experienced actor has proven himself in Hollywood. He has also racked up decent net worth. In fact, the actor has invested in several homes and properties. But his favorite property is a transportable airstream trailer.
While McConaughey could live in any of his houses, the actor likes to spend his time in his trailer. He has made upgrades on the trailer, but it’s still a modest choice considering his options.
Elijah Wood
Elijah Wood began his career at a very young age. You would think he’d prefer to live in one of those extravagant homes, but that’s not the case.
In fact, Wood used to purchase many lavish properties. However, the actor soon made a lifestyle change. In 2013, Wood moved into a smaller, homey gingerbread-style house in Austin, Texas. The house cost him just $ 1 million.
Carrie Underwood
Carrie Underwood first became famous when she won season four of the hit talent show Americal Idol. Since then, she has enjoyed a successful career as a country singer.
Despite her success, Underwood still likes the simple life and enjoys her private life with her family in her home in Ottawa. Her home may be larger than most houses, but it is actually more modest than most famous singers’ homes.
Hilary Swank
Hilary Swank is one of Hollywood’s leading actresses. Considering her success, it is easy to think that she’d be lounging around in an enormous, extravagant house.
Surprisingly, the actress likes to keep things simple. The famous actress lives in a small and modest apartment in New York, not what you’d expect from someone of her status. The apartment is modern and beautiful, and the location does make the rent quite pricey, though.
Tobey Maguire
The famous actor’s dream house wasn’t as grand as his fellow actors’. It didn’t have multiple rooms, gyms, and pools. Instead, the Spiderman actor invested in a small 1920s Santa Monica home when he was still with his ex-wife Jennifer Meyer.
The house looked plain and basic from the outside but was quite beautiful inside. Apparently, Maguire and his wife spent some money on the interior.
Jack White
Jack White is famous for being the lead singer of the famous duo The White Stripes, among other things. White received 12 Grammys throughout his career and was included in Rolling Stone’s 2010 list of “The 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time”.
While some celebrities love the spotlight, Jack White is one of those who prefer privacy. Thus, the singer found himself a more secluded home in the woods in Kalamazoo, Michigan, for just $ 510,000.