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ddie Murphy – net worth roughly $200 million (≈ $303 million AUD) – now enjoys a life of luxury.
The 64‑year‑old star and his family reside in a custom‑built Beverly Hills estate worth about $20 million (≈ $30 million AUD). Rumors place a 15‑acre Bahamian island in his portfolio at a price of roughly $15 million (≈ $22 million AUD).
**Hollywood presence**
Murphy has become a selective actor, choosing scripts rather than accepting every offer. His public appearances have dwindled, partly due to past clashes with industry leaders: he walked out of the 2007 Oscars after being snubbed for Best Supporting Actor and declined to host the 2012 ceremony when producer Brett Ratner was fired.
**Real‑estate holdings**
| Property | Location | Purchase | Features | Current Value |
|----------|----------|----------|----------|---------------|
| Beverly Hills estate | North Beverly Park | 2001 lot for $10 M; built 2003 for $20 M | 10 beds, 17 baths, library, tennis court, pool, hot tub, 4‑car garage, barbecue pit, courtyard, underground vault | $20 M |
| Bahamian island | Near Nassau | 2007 for $15 M | 15 acres, private resort‑style amenities | $15 M |
| Bubble Hill | Englewood, NJ | 1985 for $3.5 M | 5‑acre lot, screening room, bowling alley, indoor pool, gym, studio | Sold 2013 for $10 M |
| Moroccan mansion | (location unspecified) | 1988 for $5.9 M | 11 beds, 17 baths, fish pond, pool, guesthouse, renovated roof | Sold 1995 for $4 M; now ≈ $85 M |
| Clove Hill Farm | Poughquag, NY | 1995 for $2.5 M | 5 beds, 5 baths, 8‑stall barn, 7‑acre pond, pool, tennis, theater, log cabin | Sold 2011 for $3.8 M |
| Granite Bay home | California | 1998 (price undisclosed) | 10 beds, 7 baths, gated stone court, fountain, infinity pool, hot tub, marble interiors, 9‑car garage, guest house | Sold 2007 for $6.1 M |
**Early life and upbringing**
Born April 3, 1961, to Lillian Laney (telephone operator) and Charles E. Murphy (transit police officer), Eddie grew up in Brooklyn’s public housing, the Tilden Projects. His parents divorced around 1964–65; his father was murdered in 1969. Afterward, his mother’s health declined, and Eddie spent time with various babysitters; claims of foster care remain unverified.
In 1970, his mother remarried Vernon Lynch, a foreman and boxing instructor. The family moved to a two‑story ranch house in Roosevelt, Long Island, near the former Youth Center at 104 E. Clinton Ave. The home featured a lime‑green living room, white‑brick dining room, and a wood‑panelled basement with a record player and boxing area.
During the late 1970s, as his stand‑up career surged, Murphy rented a top‑tier apartment complex in Hempstead on a weekly SNL salary of $4,500. He left that residence in November 1982.
**Notable properties**
- **Bubble Hill (1985–2013)** – A 5‑acre estate in Englewood, NJ, bought for $3.5 M. It housed a screening room, bowling alley, indoor pool, gym, and studio. Murphy sold it to Alicia Keys in 2013 for $10 M after listing it for $30 M in 2004.
- **Moroccan mansion (1988–1995)** – Purchased from Cher for $5.9 M. The 11‑bed, 17‑bath house featured a fish pond, pool, and guesthouse. Murphy renovated the roof and later sold it for $4 M. After further upgrades, the property is now valued near $85 M.
- **Clove Hill Farm (1995–2011)** – A 7‑acre New York farm with an 8‑stall barn, pond, pool, tennis court, theater, and log‑cabin guesthouse. Bought for $2.5 M, sold for $3.8 M in 2011.
- **Granite Bay home (1998–2007)** – A 10‑bed, 7‑bath California palace with a gated stone court, fountain, infinity pool, hot tub, marble interiors, and a nine‑car garage. Purchased with then‑wife Nicole Mitchell; sold for $6.1 M after their 2006 divorce.
**Summary**
From humble beginnings in Brooklyn’s public housing to a portfolio of multi‑million‑dollar estates, Eddie Murphy’s real‑estate journey mirrors his rise in entertainment. His current Beverly Hills residence, Bahamian island, and past properties illustrate a trajectory from modest roots to opulent living, all while he remains a selective figure in Hollywood.
