Ex-Prince Andrew’s daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, are reportedly benefiting from a royal housing arrangement funded by King Charles. A new audit claims the sisters live in palace properties and their rental costs are covered by the monarch’s private income. The findings are part of a larger audit examining accommodation across the royal estate.
King Charles is reportedly covering for ex-Prince Andrew’s daughters rental costs, per new audit
A new National Audit Office (NAO) report has revealed details about the homes occupied by Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie. According to the audit, the daughters of ex-Prince Andrew live in royal properties under arrangements supported by the Privy Purse. This fund is the monarch’s private source of income and is largely financed through the Duchy of Lancaster.
The report claims that Beatrice and Eugenie fall into the category of non-working royals. Under royal housing policies, non-working family members who occupy palace properties are generally charged reduced rents rather than full market rates.
However, the audit reportedly found that the sisters’ rental costs are currently being met through the King’s private funds (per GB News). The arrangement has drawn attention because it differs from the housing provided to working royals and other occupants across the royal estate.
Furthermore, the report outlines how rental values linked to the properties have changed over time. For Princess Eugenie, rent was said to have been set at 50 percent of market value in 2020 and 2021. The figure then increased gradually over several years. By 2026, it had reportedly reached 64 percent of market value.
Princess Beatrice’s arrangement followed a similar pattern. Per the audit, her rent was assessed at 60 percent of market value in 2020 and 2021. Later valuations increased that figure to 68 percent by 2026.
The findings were included in a broader review of royal accommodation. The NAO examined how residences are allocated, funded, and managed across the monarchy. Auditors also noted the complexity of the system. Different valuation methods and long-standing royal practices can make comparisons difficult. As such, the report suggests that this can create challenges when assessing consistency and public accountability.
Originally reported by Zahrah Patel on Reality Tea
