The curious story of a man who earns millions of dollars just for living next to Messi

The curious story of a man who earns millions of dollars just for living next to Messi

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Published: Sunday, December 31, 2023 4:30 pm

By José Ignacio Murillo.

Since Argentine star Lionel Messi lives on American soil, “everyone” comes to the island on their boats to see the luxurious home where the Inter Miami star player lives.

Iranian-born businessman Patrick Beth Davidstated in an interview with the YouTube channel VladTV that the arrival of Argentina captain Lionel Messi in his exclusive Bay Colony neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale brought him several million dollars in earnings.

 

When Messi and his family arrived in Florida following the announcement of his move to Inter Miami last June, they initially stopped near Golden Beach. Photos of the world champion viewing some properties in Miami with wife Antonela Roccuzzo and their children Thiago, Mateo and Sito went viral on social media before the family purchased the Fort Lauderdale property for $10.7 million.

The area is also home to Patrick Beth David, a popular YouTuber and podcaster who interviews successful people in a variety of industries, including business, sports, entertainment and other fields, and who sold his Texas property to move to Miami without any money. – or costs. to think that soon his neighbor will be the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner and world champion, as well as Argentina.

“Since Messi moved right next to my house, everyone wants to be in our community. Before he came, my house was worth $7 million, but now it’s worth over $25 million. This is a gated community on an island with one entrance, very safe and very protected,” his neighbor said in an interview.

Additionally, he said that since Messi lives there, “everyone” comes to the island in their boats to look at the houses. However, this is not what bothers him or forces him to change his lifestyle. “My children are around the corner, we are happy where we are”– he said and then delved into the real estate market in his extensive interview, where he commented on this interesting story.

The exclusive community is located on the west side of the Waterway, north of Commerce Boulevard and east of Highway 1, also known as Federal Highway, and there are just over 100 homes in this exclusive location.

All Bay Colony properties have deep-water docks with direct access to the sea. Residents have restaurants, golf courses, schools and the beach nearby. Each home will cost between $2 million and $9 million, according to Realtor. However, as the businessman noted, the situation could change with the arrival of the Argentine star, who increased real estate prices.

Messi’s sprawling home measures 974 square meters and sits on a 1,765 square meter plot of land. It has nine bathrooms, a toilet and eight suites. The cuisine is Italian, there is a fitness room and spa, an entertainment room and other luxury services. for someone who has already won everything in football, like Messi.

The family of 10 Argentine national team players was represented by the Simpkin team during the purchase. “We believe our extensive knowledge of the market and deep understanding of our clients’ needs resulted in the successful sale of this property to the Massey family.” commented on the real estate company.

The Argentine international was spotted in his hometown of Rosario in Argentina, experiencing the magic of Christmas with his family and friends. After that, he will think about his next season in MLS and playing in the Copa America for the Albiceleste.

Source: La Prensa newspaper.