Fitness Star Kayla Itsines Acquires $13 Million Gold Coast Waterfront Mansion
Fitness influencer and entrepreneur Kayla Itsines has successfully purchased a spectacular $13 million waterfront mansion on the Gold Coast, concluding an extensive search for the perfect luxury property. The 34-year-old co-founder of the popular Sweat app, along with her husband, Jae Woodroffe, had been exploring the region's booming prestige real estate market for some time before securing their dream home.
An Extended Search for the Ideal Property
During their property hunt, the couple inspected numerous homes across southeast Queensland's most exclusive neighbourhoods. They even considered renting temporarily while continuing their search for the right place. Ultimately, they purchased the showpiece residence in Mermaid Waters before it was scheduled to go to auction later this month.
The impressive estate spans a 2280 square metre triple block and boasts an extraordinary 81.5 metres of water frontage. Inside, the five-bedroom, four-bathroom home is packed with high-end features including a tennis court, infinity pool, cocktail bar, wine cellar, built-in trampoline, and a marble entertaining terrace designed for large gatherings.
Challenges in the Property Search Process
Kayla Itsines, who has amassed more than 15 million followers online and is regarded as one of the world's most influential wellness personalities, acknowledged that finding the right home proved challenging. 'We struggled with the search initially, but since bringing the team at Cohen Handler on board we've built a really strong partnership,' she told Realestate.com.au.
'They've helped us access and secure the right properties at the right time. We're excited to continue working together as we grow our portfolio into the future.' The property also includes a pontoon and boat shed directly on the water's edge, adding to its luxurious appeal.
Expanding a Growing Property Portfolio
This purchase further expands the fitness entrepreneur's growing property empire. In March 2024, she sold her renovated 1920s bungalow in the Adelaide suburb of Malvern, South Australia for a record $7.375 million. Kayla relocated to Queensland the same year, bringing her closer to former fiancé and business partner Tobi Pearce, with whom she shares daughter Arna.
She married Woodroffe in December 2023, and the couple also have a young son, Jax. Kayla and Pearce first achieved global success through their Bikini Body Training guides before launching the Sweat fitness platform. The pair sold the business to US-based company iFIT for more than $150 million in 2021 before buying it back two years later.
Architectural Excellence and Recognition
Built in 2023 by DB Build, the newly acquired property was recognised with the President's Award at the 2024 Gold Coast Housing and Construction Awards. The home showcases distinctive Tropical Colonial architecture, designed by Sydney studio Hicks and Holmsted, with stylish French doors, wide wraparound verandas and pitched roofs.
In November, Kayla's substantial net worth was revealed in the Financial Review 2025 Young Rich List. The influencer landed at number 40 on the Australian lineup, with her fitness empire worth a whopping $176 million. She rang in the new financial year with a $5 million increase to her worth, coming out on top as one of the wealthiest young fitness influencers in Australia.
