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Houston’s ‘Darth Vader House’ Sells for $3.4 Million

Houston’s ‘Darth Vader House’ Sells for $3.4 Million

by Phil Hall | Apr 28, 2025 | Current News & Events, Real Estate News, U.S. Housing Market, WRE News Exclusive

The Houston residence known as the “Darth Vader house” because of its resemblance to the “Star Wars” villain’s helmet has been sold for $3.4 million. KHOU.com reports the property was designed by architect for a local surgeon who was a big-time “Star Wars” fan. The...
Obama’s Former Martha’s Vineyard Rental Listed at $39 Million

Obama’s Former Martha’s Vineyard Rental Listed at $39 Million

by Phil Hall | Apr 28, 2025 | Current News & Events, Real Estate News, U.S. Housing Market, WRE News Exclusive

Blue Heron Farm, the Martha’s Vineyard property that was the summer home of President Barack Obama and his family during his first term, has been listed for $39 million. The Wall Street Journal reports the roughly 30-acre property in Chilmark, Massachusetts, includes...
Luxury Residential Resort Community to be Built at Lake Travis, Texas

Luxury Residential Resort Community to be Built at Lake Travis, Texas

by Phil Hall | Apr 24, 2025 | Current News & Events, Real Estate News, U.S. Housing Market, WRE News Exclusive

Construction is underway on the Canyon Club, a luxury residential resort community encompassing 25 private residences along Lake Travis in Spicewood, Texas. The Canyon Club will offer a mix of traditionally built five- and six-bedroom homes for sale beginning at $2.6...
Christina Pappas Named President at Illustrated Properties

Christina Pappas Named President at Illustrated Properties

by Phil Hall | Apr 24, 2025 | Current News & Events, Real Estate News, WRE News Exclusive

Illustrated Properties, a Florida-focused luxury real estate brokerage, has named Christina Pappas as its new president. Pappas will continue serving as president of The Keyes Company – both firms are part of The Keyes Family of Companies. Pappas succeeds Daniel...
Gene Simmons Lists Beverly Hills Mansion for $14 Million

Gene Simmons Lists Beverly Hills Mansion for $14 Million

by Phil Hall | Apr 23, 2025 | Current News & Events, Real Estate News, U.S. Housing Market, WRE News Exclusive

Kiss bassist and singer Gene Simmons has listed his Beverly Hills mansion for $13.995 million. The Wall Street Journal reports Simmons acquired the property in 2021 shortly after selling his longtime Benedict Canyon residence for $16 million. Simmons and his wife,...
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