The world of politics is ruthless. Never mind the competition: dealing with the criticism of the press and public alone can be an extremely demanding task. But if there’s something we’ve learned by getting to know the houses of America’s most prominent political figures, it is that life in politics also comes with its perks.
From former presidents to rising stars of the Senate, our list features the humble (and not so humble) abodes of the men and women we all love to judge, criticize, and—once every four years—vote for. From Trump Tower to CityCenterDC, let’s take a look at the beautiful properties America’s most influential people call home!
Ivanka Trump – Washington, $18K Per Month
Seen visiting a Jewish food bamp in Miami in November 2021, Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner have reportedly left their lavish rental home in Washington. Now the house’s up for grabs once again, and it takes $18K per month to enjoy the property’s many amenities.
Sitting in a Washington neighborhood described as “super posh,” Ivanka’s former abode features six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and a private patio. While living there, Ivanka and Kushner paid $15K per month rent. How posh is the neighborhood? Well, let’s just say that the likes of Barack Obama and Jeff Bezos live just a few blocks away.
Hillary Clinton – Washington, Undisclosed
In 2021, the former chief of staff of Hillary Clinton, Huma Abedin, recalled her time alongside the American politician, stating that she stayed with her husband Bill Clinton because he was “right for herself, her family, and her country.” The truth is that, despite going through many difficulties, Hillary and Bill still make for one of Washington’s most powerful couples, and they have a house worthy of their status!
In 2019, they opened the doors of their lavish Washington property to Architectural Digest and revealed a tasteful 5,500-square-foot family home with a huge swimming pool and lots of natural light. Designer Rosemarie Howe beautifully decorated the place.
Barack Obama – Washington, $8.1 Million
One of the high-profile speakers present at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26), the former president, Barack Obama, is still pretty close to the ins and outs of politics. Evidence of that is the fact that he still owns property in Washington, the city where he served for eight busy years as the world’s most powerful man.
After renting this exquisite family home for years, Barack and his wife Michelle decided to have it for good and acquired it for the reported price of $8.1 million. It features a dreamy kitchen, a roomy garden, as well as a fitness room and sits in the trendy neighborhood of Kalorama.
