Barker Road: A hidden paradise of luxury homes under the Peak

Barker Road: A hidden paradise of luxury homes under the Peak

Barker Road is located at the foot of Victoria Peak, with lush green mountains behind it and overlooking the stunning sea view of Victoria Harbour. Located below the fog line, it is rarely affected by thick fog in spring. Compared with other areas of The Peak, the road on Barker Road is wider and the property has a high degree of privacy, making it popular among celebrities. As the saying goes: "Even the view from Victoria Peak is not as good as Barker Road." However, this type of luxury house is rarely circulated in the market and can be said to be a rare treasure.

Barker Road luxury home where celebrities gather

Barker Road is home to many prominent figures in the city, among whom Chinese Estates Holdings Chairman Liu Luanxiong is the focus. Liu has given luxury homes to his confidante Ruby Lu many times. The most notable one was the gift of House 31A, Barker Road, with a market value of HK$160 million in 2006. This villa is now occupied by Lu Lijun's family, demonstrating their noble status. The adjacent House 31B is owned by the first Chinese Premier League owner, Birmingham Football Club owner Yeung Ka Shing, who bought the house for HK$146 million in 2005.

In addition to business celebrities, Barker Road is also home to many official residences. The current Chief Secretary for Administration, Henry Tang, lives in the Chief Secretary's official residence at 15 Barker Road; 3 Barker Road is the official residence of the US Consul General in Hong Kong; and No. 11 Barker Road is the official residence of the Commander of the People's Liberation Army Hong Kong Garrison. These properties are heavily guarded, highlighting their special status.

Barker Road luxury home transaction list

The property transaction history of Barker Road reflects its extraordinary value. The following are some of the famous transaction records (the amount is the transaction price of the year, source: Land Registry and market transaction):

• 1 Barker Road: Tai Sang Properties, purchased by the Ma family in 1989 for HK$30 million
• 12 Barker Road: Tian Beijun, Chairman of Wan Tai Group, purchased in 1996 for HK$150 million
• 15 Barker Road: Chief Secretary for Administration's official residence
• 22 Barker Road: Jack Ma bought it for HK$1.7 billion
• House A, 31 Barker Road: Liu Luanxiong, Chairman of China Resources Land, purchased in 2005 for HK$145 million
• House B, 31 Barker Road: Yeung Ka Shing, owner of English Premier League club Birmingham, bought it in 2005 for HK$146 million
• House D, 31 Barker Road: Lee Man Paper CEO Li Wenjun, purchased in 2007, HK$176 million
• 47 Barker Road: Wong Haking family, purchased in 1978, HK$1.8 million

The unique charm of Barker Road

Barker Road is not only a model of luxury homes due to its geographical advantages and privacy, but is also famous for the celebrity stories and historical value it carries. From multi-million-dollar transactions in the 1970s to sky-high prices of over 100 million in the 2000s, the real estate value of Barker Road has continued to rise over time, but has always maintained its low-key luxury. For the wealthy who pursue the ultimate quality of life, Barker Road is undoubtedly an unattainable dream residence in Hong Kong.

(Note: Transaction data comes from the Land Registry and Jones Lang LaSalle Real Estate Yearbook)