Lagerfeld's dream villa near Paris auctioned for a record-breaking 4.685 million euros

Lagerfeld's dream villa near Paris auctioned for a record-breaking 4.685 million euros

The clock strikes July 1, 2025, and with it comes exciting news from the world of fashion and design. The former villa of the legendary fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld in Louveciennes, not far from Paris, was auctioned for 4.685 million euros. This sales price is 50,000 euros above the forecast estimate of 4.635 million euros, reported Radio Euskirchen.

The property, which extends approximately 20 kilometers west of Paris, offers a generous 600 square meters of living space on a spacious two-hectare plot. This includes a magnificent park, a swimming pool, a tennis court and other outbuildings. However, the purchase is not yet completely over and done with, as an outbidding is possible within the next ten days.

A piece of jewelry with history

Karl Lagerfeld purchased the villa in 2010 and renovated it with great attention to detail over the next four years. Interestingly, he is said to have only spent a single night in this magnificent retreat. The designer, who became known for his minimalist and clean interiors, designed the villa with elements that reflect his personal preferences, including a studio, an office and even a special area for his beloved cat Choupette, like Luxury plus reported.

The villa itself, a remarkable neoclassical building from the 19th century, has an exciting history. Previously it belonged to the poet Charles Leconte de Lisle and the Rothschild family. Lagerfeld appreciated the property's secluded location as a way to retreat from the hustle and bustle of Parisian life and find inspiration, he said FAZ.

The auction process

The auction took place on July 1, 2025 at the Paris Chamber of Notaries under the traditional “à la bougie” procedure. This special type of auction only ends when two special candles go out. The buyer, whose identity is still unknown, could potentially be affected by a bidding war between collectors and fashion houses.

It is noteworthy that the villa was not just a simple home, but a place for Lagerfeld's creative reflection, even if he usually only stayed there on weekends. Nevertheless, the impressive interior, with works of art and furniture by famous designers, represented a reflection of his lifestyle.

Over the years, Lagerfeld has repeatedly emphasized how important the retreat was to him. According to reports, he only spent one night there and hosted only a few more private dinners, including a planned evening for the influential Anna Wintour, which could not take place due to health reasons.

The villa auction is part of a larger context: it is part of Lagerfeld's legacy, which not only left an enduring influence on fashion, but also a remarkable cultural legacy that goes beyond real estate and its interior decoration. The new owner of “Villa Louveciennes” can look forward to a piece of history. A place full of stories, creativity and a touch of Lagerfeld's unique style.