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Neverland Ranch Remains Private and Closed as Interest in Jackson Surges

Sold to investor Ron Burkle in 2020, the once theme‑park‑like property remains closed.

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LOS OLIVOS, CA - NOVEMBER 18 : An aerial photo shows a Santa Barbara County Sheriff's vehicle in front of singer Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch November 18, 2003 outside of Santa Barbara, California. Police armed with a search warrant swarmed Jackson's sprawling home in the Santa Ynez Valley. One media report said the warrant was tied to allegations brought by a 12-year-old boy. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows The pool and manicured lawns of the Carolwood home. , Image 2 shows A close-up of Michael Jackson's bedroom at the time of his death. , Image 3 shows Michael Jackson arrives at Santa Barbara County courthouse

Overview

  • With renewed attention from the 2026 Michael biopic, Neverland is owned by investor Ron Burkle and is not open to visitors.
  • Michael Jackson built Neverland after buying the property in 1988, adding rides, railroads, an arcade, and a petting zoo with exotic animals.
  • In 2003, sheriffs raided the ranch over allegations involving a minor, and Jackson was acquitted in 2005.
  • After Jackson’s 2009 death, partners removed the rides and animals, and a joint venture with Colony Capital held the property before the 2020 sale.
  • Jackson did not live at Neverland at the end of his life, having moved in late 2008 to a rented mansion at 100 North Carolwood Drive in Los Angeles.