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Luxury “landmaxxing”: The billionaire push for private compounds
By The Real Deal
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
Buying mansions here and there is not enough for the uber-rich. “Landmaxxing,” or buying up adjacent properties to assemble sprawling private compounds, has been a major part of the ultra-luxury market this year, the Wall Street Journal reported. Compounds are increasingly in demand, and some of the
Key takeaway Griffin has spent more than $1 billion assembling land from Miami to Palm Beach, The Real Deal previously reported.
Why this matters in The Miami
The trend of "landmaxxing" among billionaires has significant implications for Miami's luxury real estate market. With Citadel billionaire Ken Griffin having already spent over $1 billion assembling land from Miami to Palm Beach, it's likely that Miami's affluent neighborhoods, such as Brickell and Miami Beach, will see increased demand for private compounds. This could lead to a shift in the character of these neighborhoods, as large estates and private compounds replace smaller properties and potentially displace long-time residents. Furthermore, the influx of ultra-luxury developments may exacerbate concerns about sea-level rise and flooding, as these compounds often require extensive landscaping and construction that can disrupt natural flood barriers. As the ultra-rich continue to invest in Miami's luxury market, it will be crucial to monitor the impact on the city's infrastructure, environment, and community dynamics.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: The Real Deal ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Buying mansions here and there is not enough for the uber-rich. “Landmaxxing,” or buying up adjacent properties to assemble sprawling private compounds, has been a major part of the ultra-luxury market this year, the Wall Street Journal reported. Compounds are increasingly in demand, and some of the
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