It was a big year for Australian celebrities cementing themselves on the property ladder.
And while the median house prices continued to rise in the capital cities, with Sydney even topping $1 million, certain socialites and TV professionals alike were able to snap up extravagant estates within their price ranges.
And a few weren’t without their controversies.
From 56 surveillance cameras at Salim Mehajer’s to horse stables at Sophie Monk’s: Inside the lavish celebrity homes of 2017, including Bec and Lleyton Hewitt’s $12.7 million estate and Jesinta Campbell’s gothic home
JESINTA CAMPBELL AND BUDDY FRANKLIN
Former David Jones ambassador Jesinta Franklin and her AFL-playing husband Buddy Franklin painted their Rose Bay home a startling shade of charcoal this year.
The couple, who wed in 2016, bought the four-bedroom, three-bathroom home in 2014 for $2.35 million.
But if they plan on selling the split level estate next year Interior stylist and designer Juliet Love admitted they should repaint the house something more neutral.
‘I think the general rule when you’re selling is to choose safe options, that way you’re appealing to the broadest market, I think it’s a good idea to be fairly safe with your colour,’ Ms Love told realestate.com.
But the open plan living and dining room, as well as a spa in the rear of the house, will certainly tip in the couple’s favour should they decide to move.
Black is back! The couple, who wed in 2016, bought the four-bedroom, three-bathroom home in 2014 for $2.35 million
The love birds! But if they plan on selling the split level estate next year Interior stylist and designer Juliet Love admitted they should repaint the house something more neutral
THE BLOCK’S BEC AND GEORGE DOUROS
The loved-up renovation team from Victoria spent a year doing up their first home together – which they’d purchased just before their wedding eight years ago – and sold it in March.
According to records at the time the pair paid $490,000 for it and they spent a further $100,000 renovating it.
The home now features three bedrooms, and open-plan living area and two bathrooms.
It is surrounded by an iconic white picket fence.
The duo spent time renovating a second property in Tasmania this year, in between raising their son Archie.
Happy family! According to records at the time the pair paid $490,000 for it and they spent a further $100,000 renovating it
Upgrade! The home now features three bedrooms, and open-plan living area and two bathrooms
Blissful interiors: The duo spent time renovating a second property in Tasmania this year, in between raising their son Archie
Looking good: The loved-up renovation team from Victoria spent a year doing up their first home together
SOPHIE MONK
The Bachelorette star bought a stunning mansion in Helensvale, Queensland, last year estimated to be worth $1.1 million.
The waterfront five-bedroom, three bathroom home could easily fit all of her beau Stu Laundy’s children, as well as some of their own.
It boasts an incredible river view, sits just minutes down the road from her parent’s house and includes an in-ground pool and horse stables.
Sophie began her career on the Gold Coast as a Marilyn Monroe impersonator before joining the successful pop group Bardot.
Home away from home: The Bachelorette star bought a stunning mansion in Helensvale, Queensland, last year estimated to be worth $1.1 million
Incredible: The waterfront five-bedroom, three bathroom home could easily fit all of her beau Stu Laundy’s children, as well as some of their own
Now that’s a pool! It boasts an incredible river view, sits just minutes down the road from her parent’s house and includes an in-ground pool and horse stables
We all start somewhere: Sophie began her career on the Gold Coast as a Marilyn Munroe impersonator before joining the successful pop group Bardot
SALIM MEHAJER
The disgraced former deputy mayor of Auburn put his Lidcombe home on the market for $3450 a week.
It features an astounding 56 surveillance cameras, a built-in solarium and an aquarium.
If that’s not opulent enough the six-bedroom and five-bathroom estate also reaches four stories in height.
Renting! The disgraced former deputy mayor of Auburn put his Lidcombe home on the market for $3450 a week
A mansion: It features an astounding 56 surveillance cameras, a built-in solarium and an aquarium
That marble staircase…If that’s not opulent enough the six-bedroom and five-bathroom estate also reaches four stories in height
A masterful suite fit for a king! An incredible room in the Mahajer mansion
COOPER CRONK AND TARA RUSHTON
The newlyweds, who walked down the aisle on December 14, purchased a home in Sydney’s lucrative Mosman region in October.
The Storm star and his Fox Sports presenter wife snapped up the four-bedroom 1915 Federation home for $3.5 million.
Cooper Cronk left the Melbourne Storm at the end of the NRL season, deciding that the pair would call Sydney home after four premierships down south.
Star-studded: The newlyweds, who walked down the aisle on December 14, purchased a home in Sydney’s lucrative Mosman region in October
Old world: The Storm star and his Fox Sports presenter wife snapped up the four-bedroom 1915 Federation home for $3.5 million
Poolside relaxation: The almost infinity pool-style garden complete with an outdoor setting
Neutral toned interiors: Beautiful master suite for the bride and groom
SAM FROST
Former Bachelorette Sam Frost settled into a $1.2 million townhouse in Sydney’s inner-west after months of searching for a coastal home.
The home has three bedrooms, three bathrooms and a car space, with sliding glass doors that open onto a terrace.
She had been planning on finding an apartment along the Bondi to Coogee coast walk but walked away from two possible endeavours – one just slightly out of her price range.
Quite the steal! Former Bachelorette Sam Frost settled into a $1.2 million townhouse in Sydney’s inner-west after months of searching for a coastal home
Right next to Sydney Park: The home has three bedrooms, three bathrooms and a car space, with sliding glass doors that open onto a terrace
Change of pace: She had been planning on finding an apartment along the Bondi to Coogee coast walk
Incredible interior: You can’t argue with this beautiful layout
THE BLOCK’S JOSH BARKER AND ELYSE KNOWLES
They sold their TV reno house in Elsternwick at a record-breaking price.
Carpenter Josh and model Elyse made $447,000 profit as their reserve price was $2,620,000.
Australian radio star Dave Hughes purchased their stunning house at auction for $3,067,000.
The fan-favourites also pocketed an extra $100,000 for getting the highest amount at auction out of all of the contestants.
Not too shabby! They sold their TV reno house in Elsternwick at a record-breaking price
Look at the serenity! Carpenter Josh and model Elyse made $447,000 profit as their reserve price was $2,620,000
An eye for detail: Australian radio star Dave Hughes purchased their stunning house at auction for $3,067,000
Lavish: The fan-favourites also pocketed an extra $100,000 for getting the highest amount at auction out of all of the contestants
SCHAPELLE CORBY
The Corby family’s Gold Coast beach house went under contract in April and had been listed under Schapelle’s father Michael’s name, even after his death 10 years ago.
An offer was made on the two-bathroom, single garage estate just before it was opened for inspection mid-month.
Schapelle made headlines in Australia, and around the world, after she was arrested in Bali in October 2004.
Very merry! The Corby family’s Gold Coast beach house went under contract in April and had been listed under Schapelle’s father Michael’s name, even after his death 10 years ago
The family home: After boarding a flight to the Indonesian island from Brisbane, via Sydney, customs officers discovered cannabis wrapped in plastic inside her boogie board bag
After boarding a flight to the Indonesian island from Brisbane, via Sydney, customs officers discovered cannabis wrapped in plastic inside her boogie board bag.
Despite always maintaining her innocence, she was convicted of drug smuggling in 2005 and sentenced to 20 years in prison.
Schapelle’s sentence was later reduced, and she received several remissions for good behaviour over the years. She was eventually released on parole in February 2014.
She remained in Bali during her parole period until May this year, when she was deported back to Australia.
The past: Despite always maintaining her innocence, she was convicted of drug smuggling in 2005 and sentenced to 20 years in prison
BEC AND LLEYTON HEWITT
The Tennis star and his actress wife snapped up a $12.7 million home in Toorak after selling their Sydney home late last year.
The new home doesn’t have a tennis court, despite that being a prime fixture at their Kenthurst address previously.
It also had an in-ground pool complete with a children’s wading area and a water feature.
It sold for an estimated $5 million.
You beauty! The Tennis star and his actress wife snapped up a $12.7 million home in Toorak after selling their Sydney home late last year
Gorgeous: The new home doesn’t have a tennis court, despite that being a prime fixture at their Kenthurst address previously
Can’t argue with that view! A gorgeous outdoor living space for the family
Moving in! The interior is a mix of antiques and plush carpets