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Former Governor Andrew Cuomo Acquires $9.6 Million Hamptons Estate

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Cuomo Purchases Hamptons Estate

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo bought a waterfront property in Remsenburg on Long Island’s South Shore for $9.6 million. The transaction, completed through a limited-liability company, closed on June 23, 2026. The estate spans roughly seven acres and includes a nine-bedroom, nine-and-a-half-bath main house that was originally a 19th-century hunting lodge, a four-bedroom guesthouse, a saltwater pool, tennis court, 234 feet of waterfront with docks, a beach, a boathouse, and a five-car garage equipped with a commercial-grade hydraulic lift.

Background & Context

Cuomo resigned as governor in 2021 amid multiple sexual-harassment allegations, which he continues to deny. He later sought the Democratic nomination for New York City mayor, losing to Zohran Mamdani in the 2025 primary. Following that defeat, Cuomo maintained a Manhattan apartment while pursuing roles in the cryptocurrency sector, including a board seat at exchange OKX and co-chairing a joint venture between OKX and Intercontinental Exchange, the parent of the New York Stock Exchange.

Data & Statistics

  • Purchase price: $9.6 million (as reported by the New York Times, Audacy, Curbed, and Newsday).
  • Land area: Approximately seven acres, divided into four parcels.
  • Main residence: Nine bedrooms, nine-and-a-half bathrooms, 19th-century hunting-lodge architecture.
  • Amenities: Five-car garage with hydraulic lifts, saltwater pool, tennis court, 234 feet of waterfront, private beach, boathouse, library, sunroom, wine cellar, and a detached guesthouse with four bedrooms.
  • Local market: The sale was the most expensive transaction in Remsenburg for the year, with the median home price in the hamlet around $1.695 million.

Official Statements & Responses

Rich Azzopardi, Cuomo’s spokesperson, confirmed the purchase and said Cuomo plans to sell the empty lots for development while retaining the main house as a summer residence. Azzopardi also noted that Cuomo will keep his Manhattan apartment. Lawrence Citarelli, a real-estate broker familiar with the area, described Remsenburg as a “somewhat still undiscovered” community that attracts high-net-worth buyers seeking a quieter setting away from the more expensive villages east of the Shinnecock Canal.

Conflicting Reports & Gaps

While most outlets report a $9.6 million cash purchase, Politico cited a figure of $7.35 million for the same transaction. No additional documentation has been provided to reconcile the discrepancy, and the exact terms of the limited-liability company used for the purchase remain undisclosed.

Why It Matters

The acquisition gives Cuomo a permanent foothold in Suffolk County, positioning him near siblings Chris and Madeline Cuomo, who also own homes in the Hamptons. The move underscores his shift from political office to private-sector ventures, particularly in cryptocurrency, and may influence his public profile ahead of any future political ambitions.

What’s Next

In a recent Bloomberg TV interview, Cuomo responded to a question about a potential future run for office with the phrase “Never say never,” suggesting he remains open to re-entering electoral politics. No formal announcement has been made, and any future campaign would depend on political developments in New York.