Robert De Niro is one of the most loved and respected actors in the Hollywood industry. Over the years, the New York native has amassed a fortune from his career and work, much of which he has invested in the construction of several real estate properties. For years, the actor has been talking about his love for his home country and that there is no other place like New York for him. His love for New York knows no bounds, as many of his communities are scattered across the country. From Greenwich Village to her Montauk Beach home, here’s a look at the history of the Hollywood star in New York.
Robert De That’s it West Village mansion
This was once the main residence of the actor, as he stayed in the space for more than 37 years. The New York Post previously reported that the actor owns the best house since 1975 at $190,000. The Italianate house has 5,000 square meters and has three bedrooms. Not only that, but one of the unique features of this home is that it has 12-foot high ceilings so you can get some space. The house was first built in 1852, and De Niro sold it in 2012 for $9.5 million.
Location of Ulster County
In 1997, the ‘Heat’ player spent $1.5 million on this beautiful home in the small town of Gardiner, New York. At the time, he was newly married to Grace Hightower. The house is 2,222 acres, while it sits on a 78-acre lot. The actor remodeled the property to his liking, later adding six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and a barn that was later converted into a 14,000 square foot event space. The property had a variety of private facilities for De Niro and his family, including a gym, boxing room, game room, swimming pool, sauna, basketball court, and video studio.
Robert De Niro’s amazing Montauk home that he inherited from his father
This amazing place in Montauk was an inheritance he received from his late father, actor Robert De Niro Sr. After his death in 1993, 1.5 acres of land and a 2,278 square feet house were left to ‘The Intern’ actor. Although not much is known about the beach house, it was reported that the house had an outdoor area of 740 square meters. In 2017, he asked to remove the house to build a bigger house. However, his request at that time was rejected.
A 5-story Upper West Side building that burned down
He and Hightower owned the property and bought it together in 2006 for USD 20.9 million. No details about the 5th floor have been made public. However, in 2012, after the couple left the country, CBS News reported that the luxury home and a large portion of the home were destroyed in a fire. After returning, the family had to find different places to live until the house was repaired. In 2018, Hightower and De Niro legally separated, and in 2025, the socialite sold the house for $18 million.
Greenwich Hotel Penthouse
De Niro is a New Yorker through and through, so he has invested in various businesses throughout the state. This includes the Greenwich Hotel, which the famous actor shares with Ira Drukier. Due to his ownership, De Niro owns a penthouse that sits above the hotel. Inspired by the Japanese concept of ‘wabi sabi’, the actor hired Belgian artist Axel Vervoordt and Japanese architect Tatsuro Miki in 2014 to renovate and build wooden buildings to fit the concept of finding beauty within imperfection.Speaking about the location to The Hollywood Reporter, the actor said, Tribeca has its own look and feel. Axel wants to respect this and pull things from the city. It’s more than interior design: It’s art. ” Vervoordt added while talking to Architectural Digest that, “The industrial style of the high-rise is in perfect harmony with the house below.” Using wood, stone, and other similar materials, the 6,800 square foot unit was decorated and renovated from top to bottom. Neutral tones and colors were used throughout the home to ensure that it went well with the theme and the overall look. Although De Niro is a partial owner, guests have the freedom to count the three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms.
Upper West Side 35th-floor space
In 2012, the former star also rented a luxury apartment on the 35th floor. According to reports, she was paying USD 125,000 per month for the 6000 square feet rent. Located on Central Park West, this property has five bedrooms and six bathrooms. The property was sold, according to Architectural Digest in 2014, for $55 million.
Greenwich Village duplex
This was Hightower and De Niro’s home after a devastating fire destroyed their mansion. The house was originally built as a factory in 1920. They rented it for a while until their house was rebuilt. The house faced an impressive courtyard and had an entire wall made up of large windows that looked out. The two-story room was a unique addition to the rental property. The space also includes a personal space, including a three-burner wood-burning fireplace, a library, and a master suite. The house was 11,000 square feet and had five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms. The couple lived in a rented house for 2 years.
Robert De Niro’s place in London
The actor has the only place in London, which he bought for $ 1 million in 2001. The museum was a jam factory and had two rooms that were 2,100 square meters. Not much is known about this house in London; however, it came on the market in 2018 for $2.16 million.