Liam Payne, the former One Direction star, had placed his luxurious £3.2 million Buckinghamshire mansion on the market just a month before his tragic passing in October. The five-bedroom property, located in the scenic village of Chalfont St. Giles, was listed for sale in September 2024, shortly before Payne’s sudden death after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires.
Payne had purchased the property in 2021, a move that reflected his desire to stay close to his ex-partner, Cheryl Cole, and their young son, Bear, who live in the same area. The mansion, set on a vast six-acre plot of land, boasted impressive features including a swimming pool, a stable, and a separate annex. Although the property was initially listed for £3.25 million, it was recently removed from the listing platform, Rightmove, and its current status remains unclear.
The reason for Payne’s decision to sell the home remains unknown, but it’s worth noting that he had moved into a new rental property in Florida just weeks before his passing. The mansion in Florida, where Payne lived with his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, was a luxurious $9,500-a-month residence, adding another layer of mystery to the timing of his decision to sell the Buckinghamshire estate.
Liam Payne’s neighbors in St. Giles were shocked by the news of his death. Many remembered him fondly as a kind and approachable figure who was always quick to greet people with a smile. Thomas Evans, a neighbor, described the late singer as “genuine and humble,” noting that he had lived a quiet, private life in the area, despite his fame.
The sudden loss of Payne, at just 31 years old, sent shockwaves through the world, particularly among his loyal fanbase, known as Directioners. Having risen to fame with One Direction, one of the most successful boy bands of all time, Payne’s career continued after the group’s hiatus in 2016. However, his solo ventures did not replicate the success of his boy band days. Additionally, Payne had been candid about his struggles with mental health and alcohol, which had affected him throughout his career.
Liam’s funeral, held in November 2024, was attended by close friends, family, and former bandmates, including Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, and Louis Tomlinson, who reunited to pay their respects. In the wake of Payne’s untimely death, authorities in Argentina reported that the singer’s body showed traces of alcohol, cocaine, and prescription antidepressants. This tragic incident led to the charging of three individuals connected to his death, including accusations of drug facilitation and abandonment, as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding his fall.
