Joe Rogan’s move from Southern California to a Lake Austin estate in 2020 marked more than just a change of scenery for the controversial podcaster.

The $14.4 million property, which has 300 feet of lake frontage and custom-built podcast studios, has become central to his expanding media empire – particularly since he signed a $250 million Spotify deal earlier this year, allowing broader platform distribution.

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According to a Realtor.com report, the 11,000-square-foot waterfront mansion sits on four acres of parkland overlooking undeveloped preserve land. Built in 2008, the estate has eight bedrooms, 10 bathrooms and extensive amenities, including three docks, a pool and multiple terraces. Instagram posts seen by the Realtor show Rogan’s additions, including a sauna, cold plunge tub and professional recording facilities.

The move coincided with Rogan’s initial $100 million exclusive Spotify agreement, though his motivation extended beyond business. “Everything’s shut down, everything’s staying shut down,” Rogan recalled of pandemic-era California. A restaurant visit to Austin with his children proved the reason why. “We don’t have to wear a mask? We could eat at a restaurant?” he remembered them asking. “Two months later, I lived here.”

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Rogan’s custom podcast studio within the mansion has hosted many high-profile guests, from tech mogul Elon Musk to former President Donald Trump, whose recent three-hour interview drew massive audiences.

Despite slipping to third place in Apple’s podcast rankings behind “The Daily” and “Crime Junkie,” Rogan still holds Spotify’s top position.

The property’s location, while close to downtown Austin, offers celebrity-level privacy – sharing the neighborhood with stars like Sandra Bullock, according to the report. Interior features include a formal dining room with built-ins, a dual-island kitchen, living areas with floor-to-ceiling windows and a dedicated office space.

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By 2022, Rogan had fully embraced the Texas lifestyle, citing the state’s “more freedom” compared to the West Coast. His February 2024 contract renewal with Spotify, expanding distribution to YouTube and Apple, suggests the Austin move has paid professional dividends alongside personal satisfaction.

The former comedian and UFC commentator’s rise in podcasting, from his 2009 launch to becoming one of the medium’s most influential voices, has been marked by both success and controversy.

Recent headlines Realtor noted highlight ongoing disputes over his political commentary, including criticism from Ukrainian boxer Wladimir Klitschko regarding Russia-Ukraine war discussions.

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