Mark Wahlberg appears to have further solidified his intention to permanently relocate from California to a more favorable jurisdiction.
The 54-year-old actor has reportedly acquired an exclusive residential estate within the gated enclave of Stone Creek Ranch, situated in Delray Beach, Florida, as confirmed by Realtor.com. The acquisition—estimated at $37 million—places Wahlberg among the select homeowners on the area’s prestigious “Billionaires Row.”
Represented in the transaction by Michael Costello of Compass Realty, Wahlberg is said to have purchased the property, known as Palazzo di Lago, from developer Aldo Stark. Constructed in 2017 and designed in the classical Italian architectural style, the residence encompasses approximately 17,800 square feet of living space on a 2.7-acre lot, with an adjacent guest house and pool bringing the total to over 18,200 square feet.
Records indicate that Wahlberg paid roughly $11 million more than Stark’s purchase price from January 2025. The developer reportedly executed an expedited renovation and subsequently listed the property for $45 million with Senada Adžem of Douglas Elliman, before ultimately conveying it to Wahlberg for $37 million, inclusive of full furnishings.
The waterfront estate overlooks a 17,000-gallon saltwater lagoon and is screened from public view by dense landscaping, affording a high degree of privacy. Marketing materials emphasized that “privacy, security, and exclusivity remain the primary reasons why billionaires and global icons continue to choose Stone Creek Ranch—a haven where world-class design meets complete discretion.”
The residence contains seven bedrooms, ten bathrooms, and two powder rooms, along with numerous amenities including a private theater, wine cellar, sauna, gym, massage room, and a cigar lounge equipped with a high-capacity air filtration system. Additional features include a tennis court, a seven-car garage, and an expansive driveway suitable for guest parking.
The property’s description characterized it as “an architectural masterpiece and a rarefied offering that embodies the pinnacle of luxury living in South Florida,” further noting that it was “inspired by the tranquil glamour of Lake Como and infused with the sophisticated allure of Bond’s Casino Royale.”
Interior elements include crystal chandeliers providing an ethereal ambiance throughout, dual marble kitchen islands, a richly appointed dining room featuring dark wood and marble finishes, and an outdoor bar area adorned with similar high-end materials.
Wahlberg, who relocated his family from Southern California in 2022 and divested his Nevada townhouse in 2023, has previously indicated plans to establish a permanent residence in Nevada and has advocated for state tax incentives aimed at attracting film production—an initiative seen as potentially diminishing Hollywood’s traditional influence.
The actor’s latest acquisition, however, underscores his increasing preference for life and investment outside California’s entertainment hub.#newsafro_
