Who Has The Bigger Swing? Yankee Aaron Judge and Dodger Shohei Ohtani's Real Estate Portfolios Compared

The New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers are locked in an epic showdown in this year's World Series, with each team's star player – Aaron Judge for the Yankees and Shohei Ohtani for the Dodgers – at the forefront.

The journey of these two players to their current stardom has been vastly different.

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Judge, 32, a California native and six-time MLB All-Star, has been a New York Yankee since 2016. In 2022, he renewed his commitment to the team with a nine-year, $360 million contract.

Ohtani, 30, began his career in Japan with the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, where he played from 2013 until he transitioned to the MLB in 2017. Known to fans as "Shotime," Ohtani signed with the Los Angeles Angels in December 2017, launching his MLB journey there before joining the Dodgers in 2024 under a historic 10-year, $700 million deal.

Off the field, where do these sports icons call home? And when it comes to impressive real estate, who has the most extravagant property portfolio?

Realtor.com examined both athletes' real estate holdings to find out.

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Shohei Ohtani

The reserved Japanese phenom has always kept his off-field life under wraps.

But after signing his record-breaking deal with the Dodgers, it seemed natural for him to establish a home base.

While it might seem expected for the sports celebrity to choose a high-profile community like Beverly Hills, Ohtani opted for a low-key setting, choosing a midcentury modern mansion in La Canada Flintridge, California, just 11 miles from Dodger Stadium.

The MLB star reportedly bought the contemporary estate in May 2024, paying $7.85 million – down from its original list price of $8.9 million.

Known for its quiet luxury, the neighborhood has attracted notable residents, including Donald Glover, Mario Lopez, Topher Grace and Angela Bassett.

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Despite impressive features, including a custom home theater, gym, sauna and four-car garage, the property appeared to be a miss. Ohtani reportedly never moved in, citing concerns over privacy and security. For now, the home remains off the market. 

So, where will Shohei go next? One factor is his recent Instagram announcement revealing his marriage to former Japanese pro basketball player Mamiko Tanaka, who may also have a say in their new home. The home must also be a good fit for his dog, Decopin.

The 30-year-old athlete was reportedly upset when Japanese media disclosed his home address and sent reporters to photograph the property and interview unsuspecting neighbors.

Ohtani also owns a 1.1-acre lot on Hawaii's Big Island, where he can build a two-story house with views of the ocean, coastline, mountains and golf course.

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Aaron Judge

 Judge, 32, is not just a baseball superstar but also a savvy real estate investor. With a nine-year, $360 million contract, the six-time All-Star has the financial means to indulge in a luxurious lifestyle.

But Judge and his wife, Samantha Bracksieck, have opted for a simpler approach, choosing to remain in the heart of New York City. They recently purchased a posh penthouse at The Cortland in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. The couple, who tied the knot in December 2021, also share their lives with two dachshunds, Gus and Penny.

While the exact purchase price of the penthouse remains undisclosed, the New York Post reported that a single buyer acquired two units for a combined $40 million.

Judge reportedly purchased an entire floor in a building designed by architectural giants Robert A.M. Stern Architects and Olson Kundig. The future residence, promising views of the Hudson River and city skyline, is under construction.

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