G
eorge Sor Soros, the Hungarian‑born billionaire who survived Nazi‑occupied Hungary and later built a hedge‑fund empire, now lives quietly in New York’s Bedford suburb. At 95, he still owns several large estates, though he transferred control of his $25 billion firm to his son Alex in 2023. Sor Soros has long eschewed ostentation, telling the *New Yorker* in 2004 that he “doesn’t have a talent for shopping” and that a Paul Klee painting he once bought was more a reminder of a $40,000 check than a source of pleasure. His second wife, Susan Weber, handled most of the décor during their 20‑year marriage, selecting works by Whistler and Sargent that he regarded with indifference.
### Bedford (Katonah) – The Primary Residence
Since 1993, Sor Soros has owned a sprawling 35‑acre property in Katonah, a hamlet within Bedford. He paid $10.5 million for the land and, a decade later, $19 million for the neighboring 19th‑century mansion of author Michael Crichton—then the most expensive sale in Westchester County. The 10,000‑sq‑ft house boasts seven bedrooms, a double‑height foyer, a fireplace‑heated living area, an aviary, a gym, and eight‑foot‑high doors built for Crichton’s stature. Equestrian facilities, a tennis court, and a caretaker’s cottage complete the estate.
After acquiring Crichton’s home, Sor Soros purchased two more adjacent parcels, eventually amassing at least 11 properties that together cover over 115 acres. In 2013 he wed Tamiko Bolton, a health‑care and education consultant, at the estate. Though he has lived there for decades, locals say he remains largely detached from the community, and guests are subject to strict privacy protocols—Wi‑Fi is routinely shut down during large gatherings to prevent photos from being taken or shared online. In 2024, the 94‑year‑old began transferring titles of his Katonah holdings to a longtime advisor, a common practice among aging financiers.
### Sun Valley, Idaho – A Mountain Retreat
Soros purchased a 9,000‑sq‑ft log‑style home in Sun Valley for $2.25 million in 2003. The former bed‑and‑breakfast sits on a half‑acre lot and features 11 bedrooms, two river‑rock fireplaces, a restaurant‑style kitchen, and an outdoor hot tub. The property has been linked to John Kerry, who reportedly stayed next door during his 2004 presidential campaign. Whether Sor Soros still owns the house is unclear.
### Hamptons – El Mirador
The philanthropist has owned the Mediterranean‑style mansion El Mirador in the Hamptons since at least 2004. Spanning more than 30,000 sq ft, the estate contains a dozen bedrooms and an equal number of baths, a salmon‑colored drawing room with wicker chairs, Cubist paintings, lush gardens, ponds, and a pool. In June 2025, Alex married former political staffer Huma Abedin at El Mirador before holding a larger celebration at their Water Mill, New York, home.
### New York City – Upper East Side Co‑op
After divorcing Weber in 2005, Sor Soros paid her $24 million to keep their co‑op in the 13‑story building at 1060 Fifth Avenue, overlooking Central Park. Designed by J.E.R. Carpenter and completed in 1928, the limestone and brick structure features terracotta detailing. Sor Soros’s duplex unit—one of 48 in the building—contains 16 rooms. Weber moved across the park to 115 Central Park West, where she bought a five‑bedroom duplex for $25 million. Sor Soros continues to maintain his Upper East Side residence.
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Despite his vast wealth, Sor Soros remains a private figure who values ideas over possessions. His extensive property portfolio—spanning Bedford, Sun Valley, the Hamptons, and Manhattan—reflects a preference for spacious, secluded homes rather than ostentatious displays. The 95‑year‑old continues to live a quiet life in Bedford, surrounded by acres of land and a legacy of philanthropy.
