Ken Griffey Jr. is cashing out on his Florida dream, listing his 22,108-square-foot Mediterranean mansion in Windermere for $27 million. The price tag represents a tenfold increase from the $2.575 million he paid for the undeveloped 11.58-acre lot in 2004, according to Orange County property records.
The estate, located at 5603 Marleon Drive, took four years to build. Construction wrapped in 2008, just as Griffey was navigating the twilight of a Hall of Fame career. The home features seven bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, and over 440 feet of direct shoreline on the Butler Chain of Lakes.
Inside, the property reads like a private resort. A 28-foot-high foyer leads to a gourmet kitchen with commercial-grade appliances, a glass-enclosed wine room, and an indoor golf simulator. Outside, a 125,000-gallon saltwater pool with rock waterfalls sits alongside a full-size basketball court and a 10-car garage with vehicle lifts.
Listing agent Llin Lu of Premier Sotheby's International Realty is handling the sale. The listing notes that the home has served as Griffey's primary residence since the late stages of his playing career. The move reflects a common trajectory for athletes who buy big in Florida; the kids grow up, and the house becomes too quiet.
The sale will likely draw attention to the high-end market in Windermere, a suburb long favored by celebrities for its privacy. For Griffey, it closes a 22-year chapter in Central Florida. The next step is simple: find a buyer willing to pay $27 million for a slice of baseball history.