NBA fans can now sleep under the same roof that once housed the greatest to ever do it — but it’s going to cost more than just hype and hoop dreams.
The former Highland Park, Illinois, mansion of basketball legend Michael Jordan is up for rent on Airbnb, offering superfans the rarest kind of sports pilgrimage: one where you live like MJ. But don’t let the listing fool you. This isn’t a quick weekend getaway. The price tag starts at over $100,000 for a week, and that’s just the baseline.
A Price Tag Fit for Royalty, Not Just Royal Sneakers
At first glance, the idea seems kind of cool — rent Michael Jordan’s old house and chill in the shadow of greatness. But the fine print doesn’t waste time setting expectations straight.
Renters must commit to a seven-night minimum, with pricing starting at $105,514 for August 2 to 9, roughly $15,000 per day. That jumps to $120,920 for the August 29 to September 5 window, nudging the daily rate closer to $17,000.
And that’s before you even touch the minibar.
There were no bookings reported as of Tuesday, according to NBC News. No shock there.
It’s Not Just a House — It’s a Private Kingdom
This isn’t your standard Airbnb listing. The property, described in the listing as “Champions Point Legendary Listing,” isn’t just trying to be fancy — it already is.
The estate spans 7.39 acres, walled in by towering pines and high-security fences. In classic Jordan fashion, privacy comes before everything else. A dramatic front gate famously bears the number 23, instantly reminding anyone who drives up whose legacy still lingers.
Inside? Think of it more like a private hotel than a house:
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Seven bedrooms
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Fifteen full bathrooms
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Five half-baths
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Indoor basketball court
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Full chef’s kitchen
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Expansive dining space
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Resort-style swimming pool
Even if you’re not a basketball fan, it’s hard not to be impressed.
The Road to Airbnb Was Long, Bumpy, and Price-Slashed
Jordan originally listed the property for $29 million back in 2012, but it didn’t exactly fly off the market. Over the years, the price was slashed repeatedly — dropping to around $14.8 million, but still no takers.
By 2020, it had unofficially become one of the most famous unsold celebrity properties in the U.S.
Why? A few reasons:
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Its sheer size and custom design limited the pool of potential buyers.
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Local real estate experts claimed its opulence wasn’t matched by similar comps in the area.
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The personal branding, while iconic, may have been too personal.
Now, listing it on Airbnb appears to be a creative workaround — a way to monetize the property without giving it up.
A Different Kind of Basketball Pilgrimage
The experience is being marketed like a once-in-a-lifetime fan moment, not unlike the VIP packages tied to The Last Dance documentary. In fact, the Airbnb page reads like a mini memoir.
“Live like a legend at 2700 Point Ln!” the listing urges. It doesn’t just highlight the architecture or location — it leans into the myth. The weight of Jordan’s presence is baked into the brand itself.
Whether or not renters get access to memorabilia or the actual basketball court is unclear. But there’s certainly a chance for social media bragging rights, and for some, that alone might be worth the splurge.
Breaking Down the Stay: Costs and Comparisons
Is it expensive? Without a doubt. But just how expensive compared to similar celebrity rentals? Here’s how MJ’s listing stacks up:
| Celebrity Property | Location | Price per Night | Booking Platform |
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| Michael Jordan (Former) | Highland Park, IL | $15,000–$17,000 | Airbnb |
| Tony Stark’s Cabin (Film) | Fairburn, GA (Movie prop) | $800 | Airbnb |
| Mariah Carey’s Malibu Home | Malibu, CA | ~$10,000 | Vrbo |
| Drake’s Toronto Manor (Event) | Toronto, ON | Unlisted, Event Use | Private Listing |
This puts Jordan’s estate in a class of its own — at least in terms of price-per-night for pure lodging. Not many properties ask this much unless it comes with private chefs, a security team, or a yacht docked out back.
So… Will Anyone Actually Book It?
The $100,000+ question remains: will people pay?
For super-rich Jordan fans, maybe. Corporate retreats? Possibly. Instagram influencers seeking viral content? Definitely.
But that pool of renters is small. And with Airbnb cracking down on large events, the use case becomes even narrower.
Still, this isn’t really about accessibility — it’s about exclusivity. Renting Michael Jordan’s house isn’t just about sleeping in one of seven bedrooms. It’s about posting the picture with the 23 gate, shooting hoops where the GOAT trained, and bragging about it to your 1,200 followers.
Then again, maybe it’s also just about turning a famously unsold mansion into an ATM.
