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Opened Jun 18, 2025 by Athena Broughton@athenabroughto
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Why A-listers are FLEEING Brand-new York and lA for The 'Redneck Riviera'


Forget the Hamptons and Malibu, the abundant and popular have a not likely brand-new go-to location.
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Known as the 'Redneck Riviera', Florida's panhandle is attracting stars in droves.

Taylor Swift, Vince Vaughn and Addison Rae are simply a few of the A-listers who have been drawn to the area's charming towns and stunning beaches.

The panhandle was even given an unanticipated boost after the city of Destin was name-checked by Swift in her tune 'Florida!!!'

The Sunshine State has actually long appealed to wealthy elites looking to get away high income tax in the similarity New york city and California.

But while Miami used to be a hotspot, overcrowding, skyrocketing home rates and a lack of privacy are pressing A-listers to check out other parts of the state.

Celebrities are avoiding the Hamptons and Malibu in favor of Florida. Travis Kelce has actually been hunching down at this $20million Boca Raton mega estate as he bulks up for his final NFL season

Kelce is living at the ultra special Royal Palm. Royal Palm membership is invite just and clients pay annual charges of around $30,000, plus a one-off cost of $210,000, to gain access to 'world class facilities'

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift were recently spotted on a date night in West Palm Beach (Pictured in New York City City), which is likewise showing popular with A-listers

Luxury real estate agent Aaron Buchbinder informed the Daily Mail that Boca Raton has become a celebrity favorite and is presently where Travis Kelce is in a $20 million estate.

Whether they are leaving high earnings taxes or the prying eyes of paparazzi, A-listers are progressively running away New york city and Los Angeles for more anonymous Florida towns.

The choice to relocate to Florida, or a minimum of invest 183 days of a year there, brings substantial financial advantages as homeowners do not pay earnings tax.

According to the National Taxpayers Union Foundation Florida, 'remains the indisputable winner from motion of taxpayers and their dollars from state to state'.

But for numerous celebrities personal privacy is just as crucial, which is in part leading to an exodus from the similarity New york city and Los Angeles, according to Buchbinder.

Instead, lots of are choosing the 'Hamptons of the South', a stretch of highway on the panhandle which boasts Rosemary Beach, Seaside - the new urbanist town where The Truman Show was filmed - and the eccentric Alys beach.

The decision to relocate to Florida, or a minimum of invest 183 days of a year there, brings substantial monetary advantages as citizens do not pay income tax. Pictured: Pensacola on Florida's panhandle

The Florida panhandle or the 'Redneck Riviera' is significantly bring in A-listers thanks to its sensational landscapes and secluded communities. Pictured: Rosemary Beach

The panhandle uses an alternative to Miami, where the abundant and popular have traditionally gathered, thanks to its laidback pace of life and adequate space. Pictured: Alys Beach

Chris Stapleton, Luke Bryan, Jerry Jones, Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, and Vince Vaughn all own homes in the location. Most recently, Russell Brand, Megan Moroney, and Riley Green have been spotted vacationing nearby.

It is likewise a struck with truth stars and influencers like Brielle Biermann, Hannah Brown, and Addison Rae.

With a raft of multi-million dollar homes, numerous locations have waitlists to purchase up realty on the powder white beaches.

While Miami was the place to be throughout the pandemic, the busy city rapidly ended up being overrun with traffic and fewer opportunities to develop new homes, increasing rates and leaving purchasers searching for calmer areas and more personal privacy and space.

In the Mediterranean-inspired panhandle community of Alys Beach, a recently constructed oceanfront residential or commercial property cost $24 million, the highest figure on record for the region.

By comparison, the most expensive waterfront home ever sold in Miami opted for a whopping $120 million in March.

Alys Beach, a preplanned, Mediterranean-inspired community, is among the state's most looked for after locations to live and is located on the panhandle

Beyond the panhandle, West Palm Beach has actually ended up being a sanctuary for financing brothers, or hedge fund 'hedgies,' after they discovered it as a means of getting away the Covid-19 lockdown.

Travis Kelce and Swift were also recently identified in the location, delighting in a romantic $400 date night at Harry's dining establishment.

The town is close to another playground for the ultra rich, Palm Beach, where President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort is based.

Smug factor billionaires are boycotting the Hamptons as they leave to new summer season sanctuary

Luxury property representative Aaron Buchbinder, based in Boca Raton, has actually seen a definite, 'shift in the star migration pattern.'

The Compass agent told the Daily Mail that stars are drawn in to the 'more subtle lifestyle' that these cities provide.

'Areas like Miami and the Hamptons ended up being incredibly saturated during and after the height of the pandemic, and for some the traffic and continuous attention are deterrents,' Buchbinder said.

'That's where locations like Boca Raton can be found in. These areas provide the finest of both worlds: large estates with a lot of land and personal privacy, gated neighborhoods for security, and a real sense of privacy, while still being within reach of Miami and Palm Beach.'

Boca has a long history of star citizens, including Ariana Grande, Adam Sandler, rap artist Bhad Bhabie, rocker Chris Carraba, and tennis pros consisting of Chris Evert, Andy Roddick, and Coco Gauff.

A freshly developed oceanfront residential or commercial property in the ritzy Alys Beach community cost $24 million, a record in the area but still well short of the $120 million record for a beachfront Miami mansion

Buchbinder stated the most popular community in Boca is the ultra-exclusive Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club, where Kelce is in his $20 million mansion.

Royal Palm subscription is invitation just and patrons pay annual dues of around $30,000, plus a one-off charge of $210,000, to gain access to 'world class facilities' in the preppy personal neighborhood.

Chris Wands of Douglas Elliman, who focuses on South Florida realty, told the Daily Mail that celebs are trying to find 'luxury, security, and discretion.'

'These areas are low-key yet ultra-upscale, with world-class golf courses, private beach clubs, and gated neighborhoods. They are ideal for stars who desire comfort and access without the flash,' Wands said.

Gated communities supply an increased level of personal privacy from snap-happy fans and paparazzi alike.

Chris Wands, who focuses on South Florida real estate, told Daily Mail stars are trying to find 'luxury, security, and discretion'

Wands believes that Kelce selected Boca since he wanted to prevent the 'mayhem of Miami or the .'

Kelce's go-to fitness instructor likewise lives close by, who has actually been prepping him for what could be his last NFL season.

It is likewise slightly less costly to purchase in Boca or West Palm Beach, rather than the luxurious Palm Beach, understood for its socialite scene, or star-studded Miami, where Gloria Estefan, Shakira, Jennifer Lopez, and Ivanka Trump live.

He has likewise noted an uptick in celebs vacationing on 30A, which refers to the 24-mile stretch of road in South Walton County.

Wands believes the southern location, 'provides a level of anonymity that's hard to find in high-profile destinations like Miami or Malibu.'
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'Gated neighborhoods, personal beaches, and a slower rate make it ideal for high-net-worth people wanting to loosen up without consistent media attention,' Wands stated.

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