Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi and his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, have purchased a waterfront home in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for $10.8 million. The property is located in the Bay Colony gated community and boasts 10,486 square feet of living space, eight bedrooms, 9.5 bathrooms, a three-car garage, a pool, and two docks.
The home was built in 1988 and sits on 0.44 acres of land. It opens with a soaring 27-foot-high domed ceiling and also features a chef’s kitchen, a home gym and spa, an entertaining lounge, a home office, and a massive 1,600-square-foot main bedroom suite. It has 170 feet of waterfront and was designed by Lori Morris, who also featured it in Florida Design magazine.
The purchase of the home is a sign that Messi and Roccuzzo are settling into their new life in South Florida. Messi joined Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami in July and the couple have been spotted house hunting in the area in recent months.
The home is located just a short drive from Inter Miami’s stadium, which is currently under construction. The stadium is expected to be completed in 2024.
Messi is one of the most famous athletes in the world and his arrival in South Florida has generated a lot of excitement. He is expected to be a major draw for Inter Miami and the league as a whole.
The purchase of the home is a significant investment for Messi and Roccuzzo, but it is clear that they are committed to making South Florida their home.
