If you think Roger Federer is just chilling in a standard mansion somewhere in Basel, you've basically missed the last decade of his life. Honestly, the guy is a billionaire now, and his real estate moves are just as calculated as one of those cross-court forehands. Most people assume he's still in the same house he had when he was winning Wimbledons back-to-back, but the reality is way more interesting. He’s currently balancing life between a glass-walled "tax haven" sanctuary, a massive construction site that’s caused local drama, and a high-altitude Alpine retreat.
Where does Roger Federer live right now?
Right now, the "home base" for the Federer family—that's Roger, Mirka, and their two sets of twins—is primarily in Wollerau, Switzerland. This isn't just some random suburb. It's in the Canton of Schwyz, which is famous for having some of the lowest tax rates in Europe. It's basically a magnet for multi-millionaires and F1 drivers.
His place there, often called "The Residence," is a three-story architectural marvel that cost somewhere around $8 million to $9 million to put together. It’s got floor-to-ceiling glass walls. You can literally look out and see Lake Zurich from almost every room. It’s split into two separate luxury apartments—one for Roger’s family and another for his parents, Robert and Lynette.
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But here is the thing: he’s actually in the middle of a massive transition.
For the last few years, the big talk in Switzerland hasn't been about his tennis, but about his new "super-estate" in Rapperswil-Jona. He bought this nearly 17,000-square-meter plot of land back in 2018, and it’s been a construction zone ever since. It’s located in the Kempraten district, right on the shore of Lake Zurich.
The Rapperswil-Jona Drama
Building a dream home when you’re a national icon isn't easy. Federer has run into some serious local pushback.
- The Boathouse Row: He originally wanted to build a private boathouse. Local environmental groups and "Rives Publiques" (who fight for public access to lake shores) went to war over it. They argued it would set a "dangerous precedent" for the Swiss coastline.
- The Outcome: Just recently, in late 2024, Federer actually backed down. He dropped the plans for the boathouse after the Federal Office for the Environment got involved.
- The Scale: We are talking about six different buildings, an underground garage, and—obviously—several tennis courts.
The Alpine Escape in Valbella
When the humidity of the lake gets old, the Federers head to the mountains. Roger owns a stunning pair of chalets in Valbella, which is part of the Lenzerheide ski resort area.
This isn't just a "holiday home." It’s a massive complex on an 8,000-square-meter plot. Again, he built two separate but linked chalets so his parents could be right there with them. It’s built in that classic Alpine style but with a 125-square-meter living room. That’s bigger than most people’s entire houses. He grew up fascinated by the Alps, and you can tell this place is where he actually goes to disappear.
Does he still live in Dubai?
Sorta. For years, Dubai was his secret weapon for off-season training. He owns a presidential penthouse in the Le Reve tower in Dubai Marina. It's worth about $23.5 million.
It’s got:
- Five bedrooms with ensuites.
- A smart-home system you can control from any room.
- An 81-square-meter terrace with views of the Burj Al Arab.
- A "helicopter for hire" service through the building's concierge.
He used to spend the winter months there to escape the Swiss cold and train in 39°C heat. Since retiring in 2022, he still visits, but Switzerland is definitely where his heart (and his kids' school) is.
Life as a Billionaire "Dad-Tax" Resident
It’s easy to forget that Federer is now the seventh billionaire athlete in history, thanks to his massive stake in the Swiss shoe brand On and that $300 million Uniqlo deal. But if you saw him at home, he’s basically just a glorified Uber driver for his kids.
He recently told GQ and The Wall Street Journal that his retirement life is mostly "dad duties." He’s driving the kids to school and hanging out at home. He mentioned that he’s only had maybe "two afternoons" alone since he retired because the house is always so busy.
He isn't flashy. You won't see him posting "house tours" on TikTok. He values privacy above everything else, which is why his Swiss homes are often shielded by massive rows of trees or located in municipalities that respect the "quiet life."
Actionable Insights for Federer Fans
If you're planning a "Federer pilgrimage" (yes, people actually do this), keep these things in mind:
- Respect the Privacy: Swiss culture is very big on leaving celebrities alone. If you go to Wollerau or Rapperswil-Jona, don't expect to see him waving from a balcony. Most of these estates are heavily gated.
- Check the Lake Access: While Federer's new Rapperswil property is private, the Swiss government is very strict about public paths along the water. You can often walk the public trails near these high-end areas to get a feel for the landscape he loves.
- The Valbella Vibe: If you want to see the "real" Roger, visit Lenzerheide in the winter. It's much more likely you'll find him enjoying the mountain air than spotting him in the busy streets of Zurich.
The "Maestro" might be done with professional tennis, but his real estate portfolio is just getting started. Whether he's in his glass house in Wollerau or finally finishing that mega-estate in Rapperswil, he's clearly sticking to his Swiss roots.