Stone Creek Ranch is a 37-estate community west of Delray Beach where armed guards, private lakes, and criminal background checks on every buyer have created one of the most exclusive addresses in the country. Prices have jumped more than 500% since 2018.
Key Takeaways
- Mark Wahlberg paid $32.6 million for Palazzo di Lago in October 2025, a deal originally listed at $45 million.
- Russell Savage controls two Stone Creek Ranch properties totaling more than $43 million and has called his purchases a "steal" compared to Palm Beach teardowns.
- Average sale prices have climbed from $6 million in 2018 to $55 million by late 2024.
Who are the celebrities and billionaires living at Stone Creek Ranch right now?
Mark Wahlberg closed on Palazzo di Lago in October 2025 for $32.6 million, a fully furnished 18,000-square-foot estate on a private peninsula lot with a 170,000-gallon saltwater lagoon pool, home theater, full gym, and kitchen finished in Italian gray marble. The property originally listed at $45 million. Wahlberg had ties to Palm Beach County for years through F45 Training locations and local charity work, including support for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County, before the purchase.
Russell Savage (formerly Russell Weiner) is the community's most active investor. He controls two properties at Stone Creek Ranch totaling more than $43 million, the estate at 9303 Hawk Shadow Lane and a second home at 16071 Quiet Vista Circle, acquired for $16.7 million against a $20.9 million ask. His broader South Florida portfolio includes the former Rosie O'Donnell estate on Star Island for $35.3 million and a $100 million compound currently under development on Miami's Pine Tree Drive. He has described Stone Creek Ranch as having "far more upside to go."
Steve Cohen, founder of Point72 Asset Management and owner of the New York Mets, paid $21.6 million for a 21,000-square-foot estate and was among the earliest high-profile buyers in the community. His presence helped establish Stone Creek Ranch as a destination for ultra-high-net-worth individuals before the celebrity wave followed.
Photo: Stephen Cohen Mansion in Delray Beach
Khalil Mack, the eight-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher and former NFL Defensive Player of the Year, chose Stone Creek Ranch as his South Florida home base. Mack grew up in Fort Lauderdale and selected an inland estate over beachfront property, a deliberate choice for someone who values complete seclusion over coastal visibility.
Romeo Santos, the Grammy Award-winning King of Bachata who regularly sells out Madison Square Garden and major arenas across the Americas, rounds out the entertainment roster. His presence adds an international dimension to a community already stacked with athletes and finance executives.
The entertainment world's interest in Stone Creek Ranch extends beyond confirmed residents. Alicia Keys was reported to have toured properties in the community, a signal that word has spread well beyond the hedge fund and CEO circles that first put it on the map. Whether or not a purchase follows, that kind of attention reflects where the conversation around ultra-private luxury real estate in Delray Beach is heading.
Gerry Smith, CEO of ODP Corporation (the parent company of Office Depot), continues a tradition that dates to the community's founding days, when a home built by Wayne Huizenga Jr. sold to an Office Depot executive and helped set the neighborhood's reputation for corporate leadership.
What has Stone Creek Ranch's price appreciation looked like since 2018?
Why does Stone Creek Ranch command $30 million to $55 million with no ocean view?
This is the question most buyers from outside the market ask. The answer comes down to what genuine privacy actually costs in Florida.
State law requires public beach access, which means oceanfront properties across South Florida come with boat tours, photographers, and continuous exposure regardless of how high you build your walls. Stone Creek Ranch eliminates that entirely.
The community has a single entrance and exit. Every prospective buyer undergoes a criminal background check before being permitted to purchase. There are no shared clubhouses, no rotating club members, and no common amenities where outsiders cycle in and out. Each of the 37 estates sits on a minimum 2.5-acre lot, roughly the size of two football fields, most backing directly onto private lakes. The result is a property that functions as a fully defensible private compound rather than a large house with a yard.
Russell Savage summarized the value proposition directly: Palm Beach teardowns now run $200 million. Stone Creek Ranch offers more land, armed security, and greater privacy at a fraction of that number.
Thinking about luxury real estate in western Delray Beach or anywhere in Palm Beach County? Talk to a real estate agent near Delray Beach who tracks ultra-luxury sales and understands how communities like Stone Creek Ranch affect pricing across the broader market. Reach out to The Mastropieri Group or call (561) 287-7000.
What does the Stone Creek Ranch buyer profile mean for the rest of Delray Beach and Palm Beach County?
When billionaires and celebrities concentrate in a specific area, the surrounding market moves with them. The ongoing migration of ultra-high-net-worth residents from New York and California has pushed Palm Beach County real estate upward at every price tier, not just the top end.
Western Delray Beach and neighboring Boca Raton have absorbed sustained demand from buyers who want proximity to this corridor without the Stone Creek Ranch price point. Florida's no-income-tax structure, strong homestead protections, and a consistent track record of appreciation have made the county a long-term financial play for buyers at every level.
The pattern we covered in our article on Mark Wahlberg's Delray Beach purchase, in our breakdown of Russell Savage's South Florida portfolio, and in our deep dive on how Stone Creek Ranch became a billionaire bunker is consistent: the buyers coming into this market are not treating real estate as a lifestyle expense. They are treating it as an asset class.
Frequently Asked Questions About Billionaires' Row in Delray Beach
How many homes are in Stone Creek Ranch?
Stone Creek Ranch has 37 custom-built estates on 187 acres. The community has a fixed supply with no plans for additional lots, which is a direct contributor to its long-term price appreciation.
Can you visit Stone Creek Ranch to tour a home?
The community operates with a single entrance staffed by armed guards 24 hours a day. All visitors require a resident escort or approval from a representative. Prospective buyers also undergo a criminal background check before any purchase is permitted.
What is the current price range for homes in Stone Creek Ranch?
As of late 2024 and early 2025, headline transactions have ranged from roughly $14 million on the lower end to $55 million for Aldo Stark's landmark builds. The average sale price was approximately $6 million back in 2018.
Who built the most expensive homes in Stone Creek Ranch?
Designer Aldo Stark is behind the community's two highest-recorded sales: Villa Spectre, which sold for $55 million in late 2024, and Casa Maranello, which closed at $50.5 million in early 2025.
Is Stone Creek Ranch considered a good real estate investment?
Antonio Neri's purchase at $7.5 million in 2019 and sale at $14 million three years later is one of the clearest data points available. Fixed supply, growing demand from relocating ultra-high-net-worth buyers, and no competing lots within the gates have supported sustained price growth over time.
Local help for buyers and investors in Delray Beach
Buying, selling, or investing in Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, or Lake Worth Beach? Understanding how luxury communities like Stone Creek Ranch affect the broader market matters. Reach out to The Mastropieri Group, Realtors®.
For practical, hands-on support across Delray Beach, call (561) 287-7000.
Posted by Larry Mastropieri
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