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In fact, this is becoming more prevalent as the increased scrutiny from the Panama Papers leak, is encouraging many potential buyers of London properties worth over £10 million ($14 million) to rent instead.
One of the latest luxury properties to hit London's rental market for the ultra-rich is a 4-bedroom apartment at One Hyde Park, opposite the park of the same name, which costs an incredible £1.17 million to rent a year.
It's also available to rent on a short term basis for £22,500 per week or £90,000 per month.
But despite having some insanely luxurious amenities - such as a private cinema, pool, spa, and golfing area - it's not the most expensive flat from the One Hyde Park development to hit the market. Last year, the letting agent Tunstall Property, managed to rent out another flat for £45,000 per week.
Business Insider took at a look at the latest property: