BTS’s J-Hope reported to have purchased an 8.6 million USD penthouse in cash

BTS’s J-Hope has purchased a penthouse in Afer Hangang entirely with cash.

According to an exclusive report by Ten Asia on June 20, BTS’s J-Hope bought a unit in the Afer Hangang penthouse located in Seobinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, entirely in cash. The duplex unit has an exclusive area of 273.86 square meters on both the upper and lower floors.

J-Hope was allocated this unit in 2020, and he completed the transfer of ownership on June 10. According to the real estate industry, the sale price of the Afer Hangang penthouse is approximately 12 billion KRW (~8.6 million USD).

Afer Hangang, which aims to be a top-tier residential complex, consists of 26 units ranging from 205.84 to 273.94 square meters in an exclusive area, spanning from the 5th basement floor to the 10th floor above ground. The architectural design was undertaken by the renowned architect, Professor Yoo Hyun Joon of Hongik University.

Located next to Yongsan Park, Afer Hangang offers residents views of both Yongsan Park and the Han River from inside the home. Residents also have access to private services and premium community features, including limousine service, house cleaning service, and concierge service.

Previously, it was revealed that J-Hope purchased two luxury apartments in Trimage, Seongsu-dong, Seongdong-gu, Seoul. In 2016, he bought a 32-pyeong unit (~1,139 sq ft), followed by a 62-pyeong unit (~2,205.96 sq ft) for 3.7 billion KRW (~2.66 million USD), all in cash. He still owns both Trimage units.

J-Hope enlisted in the army last April and is currently serving as an assistant instructor at the 36th Infantry Division’s Recruit Training Center. He is scheduled to be discharged on October 17th. He was recently seen welcoming Jin, who was recently discharged from the military, along with other BTS members.

Despite being in the military, J-Hope’s new album has topped the U.S. Billboard charts. His special album, 'HOPE ON THE STREET VOL.1,' released on March 29, entered the main album chart 'Billboard 200.' The pop-up event held after the album's release was so popular that reservations were fully booked before the official opening on the first day. Reservations for all sessions, except for the day reserved for fan club invitations, were quickly filled, showing immense interest in the pop-up.