Princess Kate and Prince William's new home to 'skyrocket in value' amid sought after 'royal connection'

Princess Kate and Prince William's new home will gain an instant jump in market value following the Wales's arrival, a property expert has told GB News.

The Prince and Princess of Wales announced they would be relocating to Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park as their "forever" home, with plans to move into the property later this year.

The future King and Queen, along with their three children, will relocate from their current royal residence, Adelaide Cottage, to the much larger Forest Lodge.

Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis have spent three years at Adelaide Cottage after the family moved into the four-bedroom house in 2022.

Cal Graham, property expert at We Buy Any Home, told the People's Channel that “Royal connections always add an intangible but very real premium to a property."

He added: "If Forest Lodge were ever to come back to market, its association with the Prince and Princess of Wales would almost certainly increase its value beyond the going rate.

“Provenance plays a huge role in luxury property sales - whether it’s celebrity ownership or historical significance.

"For many buyers, that sort of heritage is priceless, and it ensures the property’s place as one of the most significant homes in the country."

The Georgian lodge, which is believed to be around 328 years old, still retains original features such as ornate plaster cornices, marble fireplaces, Venetian windows and a half-barrel vaulted hallway ceiling.

Mr Graham explained: "While £16 million may sound eye-watering to most of us, for a property of this calibre, location and heritage, it’s not unusual. At this level of the market, you’re not just buying bricks and mortar.

"You’re investing in extensive land, security and architectural detail that cannot be replicated. These homes are extremely rare, which is why they command such high price tags, particularly in a part of the country so closely associated with wealth and prestige."

The property underwent a major £1.5million restoration in 2001 and was valued at approximately £16million before the royals moved.

The family will also maintain their preference of having no live-in staff, a continuation of their desire for a household that feels more like a family home than a traditional Palace.

Mr Graham added that high-profile moves like this often shine a spotlight on an area and create what we call a "halo effect".

He said: "Windsor and Ascot are already prime markets, but when a royal family chooses to live there, interest inevitably spikes.

"Buyers and investors start looking more closely at the area, and it reinforces its reputation as one of the most desirable places to live in the UK. You can almost guarantee an uplift in attention for properties in the surrounding postcodes.”

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The property expert continued: “Forest Lodge is a fascinating choice for the Prince and Princess of Wales. The Windsor and Ascot area has always carried a reputation for exclusivity, but it also offers something every family values - community and convenience.

“With excellent schools, open green space, and close proximity to London, it’s easy to see why this area has become such a magnet for affluent buyers. For the royals, it strikes a balance between privacy and accessibility, which is incredibly hard to achieve elsewhere."

"This move really signals a desire for more space and seclusion. Kensington Palace will remain their working base, but Forest Lodge offers the chance for the family to retreat into a quieter environment.

"It allows the children to grow up in surroundings that feel private, rural and safe, while still being within easy reach of London. It’s a classic move for high-profile families - they want a home life that feels removed from the spotlight without being completely disconnected from the capital."