For those who want to experience living like a celebrity, now is the time. There are eight celebrity homes available for any renter or tenant to temporarily dwell in, thanks to Airbnb.
According to Time, "Airbnb boasts 60 million guests in 34,000 cities in 190 countries since its 2008 founding. It secured $100 million in funding at a $25.5 billion valuation in November, just five months after raising $1.5 billion, and the company says it will achieve profitability next year."
However, despite the diverse offerings of properties that are available for rent, Airbnb faces many issues regarding its properties.
One particular actor, named Mickey Rooney, owned one property that was up for grabs in Airbnb. Rooney passed away last year after a film career that spanned hundreds of movies, nine decades, and eight marriages. The man may be gone, but you can still stay in the two-bedroom Topanga Canyon apartment he once called home for a mere $220 per night, as further reported by Time magazine.
Meanwhile, a past report regarding Airbnb, supported the notion of the profits that the company has enjoyed. According to Fortune, Airbnb has raised more than $100 million within a few months after its last funding round.
Another celebrity-owned real estate property which could be enjoyed by anyone for the day, is courtesy of Ava Gardner and Artie Shaw. The couple had a tempestuous relationship that didn't last long. Even though their love lasted for only a year, the home that they once owned can now be rented for just $85 a night.
None other than "I'll be Home for Christmas" singer, Bing Crosby, owned another property listed on the Airbnb market, that can be rented for a hefty $675 a night. Even though Crosby died in 1977, his legacy still remains, having 41 number one hits and an iconic reading of "White Christmas" that's sold 100 million copies. His followers can now enjoy both his music as well as his former home in Palm Springs.
Captain & Tennille, Elizabeth Taylor, John Steinbeck, Jimi Hendrix, and even Merv Griffin, are among the other noted celebrities whose homes are now on the rental market.
