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Donald Trump’s Childhood Home Sells for $1.93 Million
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Sale Details
The Tudor-style residence at 85-15 Wareham Place in Jamaica Estates changed hands for $1.93 million after a buyer entered a contract in July. The purchaser’s identity was not disclosed. Listing agent Joe Zhu of RE/MAX Edge confirmed the final price and noted that the offer was “very close” to the asking amount of $1.99 million.
Renovation and Prior Ownership
Developer Tommy Lin bought the five-bedroom, three-bath home in 2025 for $835,000 after it had sat vacant and suffered water damage, mold, and a colony of feral cats. Lin spent more than $500,000 on an eight-month interior overhaul that added a chef’s kitchen, herringbone wood floors and spa-like bathrooms while preserving the Tudor exterior.
Historical Background
The house was built by real-estate developer Fred Trump in 1940. Donald Trump lived there until age four before the family moved to a larger nearby home. The property’s later history includes a $2.14 million sale in 2017—shortly after Trump’s first presidential inauguration—and a period when it was offered to tourists on Airbnb under the name “Trump Birth Home LLC.” It subsequently fell into disrepair before Lin’s acquisition.
Market Context and Pricing History
- 2025 purchase price: $835,000 (Lin)
- Renovation investment: >$500,000
- 2017 sale price: $2.14 million
- Recent asking price before sale: $1.99 million, later reduced to just under $2 million
The 2026 transaction therefore represents a modest gain over Lin’s total outlay, reflecting both the property’s upgraded condition and its association with the former president.
Official Comments and Market Interest
Agent Joe Zhu said the home’s connection to the former president attracted “quite a lot of people” who saw additional historical value beyond the bricks and mortar. He added that many prospective buyers were motivated by the property’s unique provenance rather than solely its physical attributes.