As the excitement of the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics captures the world’s attention, it’s clear that achieving peak athletic performance often requires more than just talent—access to top-notch training facilities is essential. 

To highlight this, we’ve compiled a list of US mega mansions with sports amenities worthy of Olympic athletes.

Swimming

Swimming is one of the most anticipated Olympic events, with 35 events in total, including individual, relay, and mixed medley races. Some of the most well-known and decorated swimmers are Michael Phelps and Katie Ledecky, both American swimmers.

733 Middle River Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Property Details:

• 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms
• 11,812 sqft
• Walking Score 51/Transit Score 38

Not only does this mansion sit on 108 feet of prime deep water frontage for superyachts, but it boasts a massive T-shaped pool with a grand cascade waterfall and six miniature waterfall features along the length. Additionally, the property offers a massive soaker tub, a hot-coal sauna, and a hot tub perfect for relaxing post-practice.

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9550 Journeys End Rd, Coral Gables, FL

Property Details:

• 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms
• 8314 sqft
• Walking Score N/A/Transit Score N/A

Just like an Olympian, this home has won awards. The pool, which won the 2023 American Prize for Architecture, is the highlight of this contemporary estate. Athletes would have ample space to swim laps and practice races in this luxurious, in-ground, heated saltwater pool.

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Basketball

Basketball is one of the most consistently watched sports in the US, and many famous NBA players, such as Lebron James, Steph Curry, and Kawhi Leonard, make up this year’s USA Men’s National Team. 

2700 Point Lane, Highland Park, IL

Property Details:

• 9 bedrooms, 15 bathrooms
• 32,683 sqft
• Walking Score 32/Transit Score 15

What better home to consider than the one previously owned by superstar Michael Jordan, one of the NBA’s most admired players and a celebrated Olympian? In 1984, Jordan was a key member of the US basketball team that won the gold medal, marking his first Olympic victory. The home features a full-sized indoor basketball court and a fully equipped gym – fit for top-notch athletes.

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5901 E Edward Lane, Paradise Valley, AZ

Property Details:

• 7 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms
• 14,624 sqft
• Walking Score 13/Transit Score N/A

This stunning property has several luxury amenities including a beautiful in-ground pool, 10-car garage, a massive outdoor children’s playscape, and a 9-hole putting green. However, the highlight of the home is the full-sized outdoor basketball court complete with lights. Who wouldn’t want to train on a court like this?

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Tennis

Tennis is another popular sport featuring several athletes who were already famous before the Olympics, including the Williams sisters, all competing for Olympic honors. Not many homes can offer an athlete the privilege of having a full-sized court in their backyard but these mansions do!

2551 Crow Valley Rd, Dalton, GA

Property Details:

• 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms
• 16,044 sqft
• Walking Score N/A/Transit Score N/A

This exquisite property is a stunning French Country masterpiece reminiscent of the Biltmore Estate. Nestled on nearly 60 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, why settle for just one when you can enjoy two full-sized outdoor tennis courts for your training? The fully-fenced and illuminated courts are ideal for practice sessions and mini-tournaments!

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Rock Climbing

The popularity of rock climbing has skyrocketed over the last decade with new climbing gyms opening across the country. In fact, the number of climbing gyms in the US has quadrupled since 2000 (World Opportunities, 2024). Rock climbing is a relatively new event in the Olympics, only having been introduced to the competition in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

253 White Pine Canyon Rd, Park City, UT

Property Details:

• 6 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms
• 17,567 sqft
• Walking Score 1/Transit Score N/A

This home won the Robb Report Best of the Best award for “Best Amenities,” which is perfect for athletes. Some of the unique features include a Darwin system with lighting that regulates your circadian rhythm, filters to remove pollutants and pathogens from the air, and water purifiers. Built for athletes, you’ll find an impressive multi-purpose indoor court with a rare full-scale rock climbing wall.

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Gymnastics

Gymnastics is one of the most popular Olympic events, featuring 14 competitions: female gymnasts compete on the floor, beam, vault, and uneven bars, while male gymnasts compete on the floor, horizontal bars, parallel bars, vault, rings, and pommel horse.

461 Silvernails Road, Gallatin, NY

Property Details:

• 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
• 7,500 sqft
• Walking Score N/A/Transit Score N/A

While this home does not specifically feature gymnastics equipment, it is the perfect home for a gymnast. With elements such as extremely tall vaulted ceilings, and beams unlike any other home, a gymnast could convert the living/dining spaces into their own training gym with ample room for rings and uneven bars.

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Golf

Outside of the Olympics, golf has seen a surge in popularity, with many taking it up as a hobby following the pandemic. Golf first appeared as an Olympic event at the 1900 Paris Games, was hosted only twice before being removed, and made a return in the 2016 Rio Olympics—marking a 112-year hiatus.

831 N Explorer Peak Dr, Heber City, UT

Property Details:

• 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms
• 20,905 sqft
• Walking Score N/A/Transit Score N/A

This home is a golf lover and athlete’s dream! It features a 75-yard par 3 golf hole featuring an infinity-edge green, a 2,000-square-foot rooftop putting green, and an indoor golf simulator—all within one home—what more could you possibly ask for?

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Equestrian

Equestrian events are the only Olympic events that include animals and where men and women compete together—with no separate men’s and women’s divisions. Equestrian events are divided into three main categories: jumping, dressage, and eventing.

14739 Jumper Road, Wellington, FL

Property Details:

• 11 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms
• 5,981 sqft
• Walking Score N/A/Transit Score N/A

Finding a home with enough room and the equipment for an Equestrian and their horses is no simple feat. This home boasts over 9.4 acres complete with both grass and sand show jumping courses, an indoor arena, several stables, and individual horse paddocks. This is perfect for an equestrian because they’ll have everything they need to train, all in the comfort of their home.

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Surfing

Surfing made its debut as an Olympic sport in 2021 after being postponed due to the pandemic during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. This year, surfing is the only Olympic sport not held in mainland France; instead, it will take place in Tahiti, French Polynesia, an overseas territory of France.

508 N Kalaheo Avenue, Kailua, HI

Property Details:

• 12 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms
• 12,005 sqft
• Walking Score N/A/Transit Score N/A

Surfers have a unique competition arena since they usually take place on ocean shores, and replicating waves, even with wave pools, is challenging. Why choose artificial wave pools when you can have the real deal? This coastal estate boasts private access to Kailua Beach, allowing surfers to train right in their own “backyard.”

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Beach Volleyball

The Olympic beach volleyball event has captivated viewers with what might be the finest venue of the 2024 Paris Olympics. It features a massive stadium encircling a man-made “beach” court set against the iconic backdrop of the Eiffel Tower.

94100 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL

This private Florida Keys estate offers 14.5 acres of land with 1,000 ft of waterfront and private beach space. The expansive private beach space leading up to the home provides an ideal setting for volleyball players to set up multiple beach volleyball courts.

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Honorary Properties

Château de New York? A Versailles-Inspired Mansion

In honor of the 2024 Olympics being hosted in Paris and the equestrian events taking place on the historic grounds of the iconic Château de Versailles, a popular tourist destination in France, we discovered this extravagant home. 

24 Private Road, Old Brookville, NY

Property Details:

• 8 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms
• 22,000 sqft
• Walking Score N/A/Transit Score N/A

This custom-built solid limestone mansion, set on more than 8 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds, draws inspiration from the Château de Versailles and embodies the grandeur of French Baroque style. Inside, you’ll find lavish chandeliers, intricate crown molding, ornate wall trimmings, and a vibrant array of colors and decor.

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Your Own Olympic Village

At every Olympics, the host country is responsible for arranging and providing all athletes with housing, which is referred to as the “Olympic Village.” This year, the Paris Olympics village spans parts of three cities: Saint-Denis, Saint Ouen, and L’Île-Saint-Denis. Inspired by the concept of the “village,” we found this property.

19525 Doerre Road, Spring, TX

Property Details:

• 30 bedrooms, 36 bathrooms
• 40,520 sqft
• Walking Score N/A/Transit Score N/A

The estate features 30 bedrooms, 31 bathrooms, and 5 half-bathrooms, offering plenty of room for you and your fellow athletes to live and train. At the heart of the property is a luxurious pool with cabanas, complemented by a full-sized tennis court. Additionally, there’s a sand volleyball court and a well-equipped fitness center!

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If you’re also searching for a home that perfectly suits your needs, athlete or not, give us a call today! One of the experienced real estate agents at Zoocasa will be more than happy to help you through the exciting home-buying process.