S
andra Bullock's real estate empire is a testament to her passion for architecture and design. With at least 17 properties across the continental US, she has built an enviable portfolio that rivals her A-list status. From a Gothic Victorian home in New Orleans to a sprawling hilltop compound in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Bullock's properties showcase her eclectic taste.

    Bullock's love affair with architecture began long before she became an actress. In fact, she told Architectural Digest that if she weren't acting, she would have been an architect. "Architecture was supposed to be the back-up plan," she said, "but thankfully times have changed and we are now allowed to have more than one 'thing' we do in life." Bullock sees parallels between filmmaking and architecture, noting that both require a team working towards a shared vision.

    While some of her properties appear to be primary residences, others seem to be investment holdings. Some details about these properties remain private, suggesting they may have been purchased through LLCs or other entities. Here's a rundown of Bullock's notable real estate holdings:

    In Texas, Bullock owns a 5,633-square-foot home in Austin overlooking Barton Creek, which she bought for $575,000 in 1997 and sold for $2 million in 2013. She also purchased a 5.81-acre lakefront spread on Lake Austin, but moved out just days after moving in due to concerns about mold and shoddy workmanship.

    In New York City's SoHo neighborhood, Bullock owns a 4,144-square-foot townhouse that she bought for $3.35 million at the turn of the millennium. The home has undergone several renovations, including a recent makeover by AD100 design firm Ashe Leandro.

    Bullock also owns properties in Los Angeles, including a Hollywood Hills ranch that she sold for $2.925 million in 2018 after renting it out for several years. On Georgia's Tybee Island, she owns a massive compound with two structures, which she sold separately in 2020 and 2021.

    In California, Bullock has owned several properties, including a Sunset Beach home that she lived in during her marriage to Jesse James, as well as an avocado farm in Southern California that she sold for $5.6 million in 2022. She also owns a historic Gothic Victorian mansion in New Orleans and a sprawling Tudor-style mansion in Beverly Hills.

    In addition to single-family homes, Bullock has also invested in condos, including two units at the Sierra Towers building in West Hollywood, which she sold in 2022 for $4.4 million and $3.6 million respectively. She also owns a Malibu beach house that she bought for $8.5 million in 2018 and a smaller cottage in the same neighborhood.

    Bullock's most recent purchase is an updated mid-century Beverly Hills bungalow, which she bought for $2.7 million in 2021. With her extensive real estate portfolio, it's clear that Bullock has a passion for architecture and design that extends far beyond her acting career.