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  • New York City is the most popular place for the super-rich to own property, according to a survey.
  • US cities dominated the list from data firm Altrata, claiming half the top 10 spots. 
  • Three cities in Asia — Hong Kong, Beijing, and Singapore — also made the global top 10.

New York City, London, and Hong Kong are the most popular cities in the world for the super-rich to buy real estate, according to a new survey by data firm Altrata. US cities claimed half of the top 10 spots. 

New York City was named the top location for the ultra-rich, individuals with a net worth of at least $30 million, to buy primary and secondary residences, per the report. Miami and London were also named among the top cities.

Three cities in Asia — Hong Kong, Beijing, and Singapore — also made the global top 10.

10. Washington, DC
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Aerial photograph of Washington, DC.

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Primary residences or secondary homes: 5,732

9. Chicago
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Ice skating at McCormick Tribune Plaza in downtown Chicago.

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Primary residences or secondary homes: 6,506

8. Singapore
Singapore

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Primary residences or secondary homes: 7,471

7. Beijing
Forbidden City, Beijing, China.
The Forbidden City, Beijing, China.

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Primary residences or secondary homes: 8,923

6. San Francisco
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Homes located in San Francisco, California.

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Primary residences or secondary homes: 9,221

5. Miami
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Indian Creek in Miami Beach, Florida.

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Primary residences or secondary homes: 10,831

4. Los Angeles
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The Los Angeles skyline at sunset.

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Primary residences or secondary homes: 13,194

3. Hong Kong
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The central district of Hong Kong.

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Primary residences or secondary homes: 15,175

2. London
City of London financial district: the Bank of England and Royal Exchange
City of London financial district: the Bank of England and Royal Exchange.

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Primary residences or secondary homes: 15,907

1. New York
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New York City skyline.

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Primary residences or secondary homes: 21,714

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