Renowned rapper Rick Ross is an undisputed master of the hustle.
From cultivating his brands to venturing into real estate investments, he’s an exemplar of how to navigate one’s way to the pinnacle.
In 2006, Ross unveiled his breakthrough anthem, “Hustlin’,” which rapidly ascended the ranks of the Billboard charts, propelling him into the limelight.
A decade and a half post the launch of his debut album, he presently stands as one of the wealthiest living rappers, boasting an estimated net worth of approximately $45 million.
A multi-million-dollar bank balance affords him a lavish lifestyle that many can only fantasize about. Ross boasts a collection of over 100 opulent vehicles, parading his acquisitions with pride on Instagram and various other social platforms.
Furthermore, he possesses numerous real estate holdings across the nation. The crown jewel among his acquisitions is a colossal estate in Atlanta aptly named “The Promise Land.”
Featuring an astonishing 109 rooms, Rick Ross’ residence ranks as one of the most expansive private abodes in the United States. Nestled in Fayetteville, Georgia, the palatial mansion sprawls over 235 acres and offers around 45,000 square feet of living space.
It not only ranks as the largest residence in Georgia but also stands as one of the most immense private dwellings in the entirety of the U.S.
Initially constructed by boxing legend Evander Holyfield in 1994, the estate is accompanied by an upkeep price tag of nearly $1 million per year, as revealed by Holyfield himself in an interview with The Atlanta Journal Constitution.
Ross procured the former Holyfield property for $5,879,000 in 2014, shortly after it had faced foreclosure, joining the ranks of hip-hop luminaries residing in Atlanta and its environs.
With a staggering 109 rooms, this megamansion’s size rivals that of the White House.
Its layout comprises 12 bedrooms, 21 bathrooms, and a grand formal dining hall that comfortably accommodates 100 individuals. Ross maximizes the abundance of space by hosting extravagant birthday festivities within his opulent domicile.
Beyond its breathtaking rooms, the mansion brims with indoor luxuries aimed at entertaining guests. These encompass a 135-seat cinema, a bowling alley, a boxing gym, an indoor swimming pool, and a fully equipped recording studio.
Outdoors, one encounters a detached guest house as well as a sizable pool reportedly capable of containing over 350,000 gallons of water.
And if that’s not sufficiently impressive, the grounds feature a basketball court, a tennis court, and a softball court.
Yet, it’s not solely the plethora of amenities that distinguishes The Promise Land; Ross has endowed a portion of the sprawling land with his very own private zoo.
Encompassed within secure enclosures are horses, buffaloes, and cows, with recent reports indicating the addition of two lions to Ross’ exotic menagerie.
To announce this update, Ross posted an Instagram video showcasing the pair of lions—a male and a female—originating from Senegal and en route to the Promise Land as per their handler’s accounts.
While this might seem quirky, history has shown that some of the most iconic celebrity residences were graced with private zoos. Neverland Ranch, the longtime home of Michael Jackson, boasted an expansive zoo, complete with an elephant he received as a gift from Elizabeth Taylor. Similarly, Hugh Hefner’s Playboy Mansion featured its own collection of animals.