Stunning Florida ‘fortress’ with jaw-dropping futuristic feature hits the market for nearly $2M

A mind-blowing Florida mansion with ‘virtual reality windows’ that offers the perfect defense against storms has hit the market for $1.75 million.

The extraordinary property located on the coast of Clearwater, Florida, is no ordinary home. 

Nicknamed the ‘Race Car Mansion,’ it was built in 2012 by an IndyCar team owner who spared no expense on design elements, according to its listing on Zillow.

The four-story, concrete-and-steel building features hurricane-proof construction with cement and metal framing.

But the home’s most jaw-dropping feature is its ‘virtual reality windows’ on the fourth floor, which can seemingly transport residents anywhere they wish.

The windows take inhabitants to a ‘space and time of your choosing,’ the listing states, from a stunning beach at sunset to the Champs Elysées in Paris.

The four-bedroom, six-bathroom abode – which recently took a $50,000 price cut – includes more that 7,000 square feet. 

Next to the property is an adjacent lot that can also be bought with the home for a combined total of $1.999 million.  

The four-story concrete-and-steel building features hurricane-proof construction with cement and metal framing

The home's most jaw-dropping feature is its 'virtual reality windows' on the fourth floor, which can seemingly transport residents anywhere they wish

The home’s most jaw-dropping feature is its ‘virtual reality windows’ on the fourth floor, which can seemingly transport residents anywhere they wish

The windows take inhabitants to a 'space and time of your choosing,' the listing states

The windows take inhabitants to a ‘space and time of your choosing,’ the listing states 

The house also features walk-in closets and full bathrooms for each of its bedrooms, a six-car garage, and rooftop terrace overlooking Tampa Bay. 

The kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line appliances including a sub-zero refrigerator and wine fridge. 

The home also includes a remarkable 32 televisions.

The property offers easy access to Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, Safety Harbor and Clearwater Beach. 

It is also located near Calvary Christian High School.

For $49,999 extra, the home will come fully furnished, with the package including high-end appliances, garage tools, and home technology.

According to the listing, the property also features a ’39-foot elevation and thick concrete fortress-like walls’ to ensure extra safety during storms. 

Its rooftop terrace is ‘built strong enough to hold a swimming pool or hot tub,’ the listing notes.

The property, which has been on the market for more than 400 days, also includes an adjoining lot that is currently vacant. 

Nicknamed the 'Race Car Mansion,' it was built in 2012 by an IndyCar team owner who spared no expense in designing the home

Nicknamed the ‘Race Car Mansion,’ it was built in 2012 by an IndyCar team owner who spared no expense in designing the home

The four-bedroom, six-bathroom abode includes more that 7,000 square feet

The four-bedroom, six-bathroom abode includes more that 7,000 square feet 

The property offers easy access to Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, Safety Harbor, and Clearwater Beach

The property offers easy access to Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, Safety Harbor, and Clearwater Beach 

It also includes a rooftop terrace overlooking Tampa Bay

It also includes a rooftop terrace overlooking Tampa Bay

Clearwater is know for its luxurious properties and high-profile residents, including Tom Cruise who owns massive penthouse in the city.

Cruise’s Clearwater home made headlines earlier this year after finding itself in the eye of Hurricane Milton.

In addition to Cruise, British Formula 1 driver Nigel Mansell also once owned a sprawling mansion in Clearwater.

The home boasted a 10-car garage, 20 bedrooms, a full-size basketball court, a tennis court, three swimming pools, and even a watchtower. 

In addition to being home to several celebrities over the years, Clearwater is also popular with retirees and baby boomers.

In 2023, Florida dominated the list of cities where people aged 55 to 74 moved to, with Clearwater – popular  coming up among the top 10 Sunshine State metro areas.

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