Celebrity Homes Before and After Fame (6 of 6)

Long before she was stacking Grammys like rare Pokémon cards, Taylor Swift grew up in a very comfortable three-story family home. It was already more space and stability than many people ever experience, but it was still grounded, calm, and far from over-the-top celebrity living. Then her career exploded—fast. As her fame grew, so did her real estate portfolio, with homes popping up across multiple states.

One of her earliest big purchases came in Nashville, the city she’s called home since age 10. In 2009, she bought a stylish two-story penthouse with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, marking a clear shift into superstar territory. When she’s in town, though, reports say she keeps things low-key there—watching Netflix, relaxing, and spending time with her cats. For someone with global fame, that part feels surprisingly relatable.