Zuckerberg buys Gothic castle in Ireland, Meta's international HQ, for $35 mn
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan have purchased the historic Strancally Castle in County Waterford, Ireland, for approximately $35 million. The property will serve as a base for the couple, who maintain a strong connection to Ireland due to Meta's international headquarters being located there.
Why it matters
The purchase highlights the personal real estate investments of high-profile tech executives and reinforces the strategic importance of Ireland as a corporate hub for global tech giants.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and wife Priscilla Chan have bought Strancally Castle, a Gothic-style mansion in Ireland, for an estimated $35 million, according to reports. The historic property sits on a 178-hectare (440-acre) estate in County Waterford and will serve as a base for the couple when they visit Ireland. The purchase also has a connection to Meta, which maintains its international headquarters in Ireland. A Meta spokesperson said Mark Zuckerberg and his family are looking forward to caring for the historic property and spending time in the country.The exact amount paid for the castle has not been made public. The Irish Times estimated its value at between €20 million and €30 million.Mark Zuckerberg's Ireland homeStrancally Castle was built in 1830 for John Keily, a former Conservative MP. Architects James and George Richard Pain designed the property on a large scale.
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