After more than a decade, GTA Online is finally getting the one thing everyone has always wanted.

After more than a decade of cruising through the streets of Los Santos and building criminal empires from the ground up, Grand Theft Auto Online players are about to get what they've been dreaming of since day one.

Rockstar Games is preparing to release, probably this winter, an update that finally allow players to purchase luxury mansions in the prestigious Vinewood Hills area.

The discovery came through the work of dedicated data miners who uncovered references to exclusive real estate opportunities from Prix Luxury Real Estate within the game's code.

Since its launch in October 2013, GTA Online has transformed from a simple multiplayer addition to Grand Theft Auto 5 into a massive standalone experience.

Over the years, players have been able to purchase apartments, penthouses, nightclubs, bunkers, and various business properties throughout Los Santos and Blaine County. However, the sprawling mansions dotting the Vinewood Hills have remained frustratingly out of reach - until now.

With Grand Theft Auto 6 now scheduled for release on May 26, 2026, the mansion update may be Rockstar's way of giving longtime players a proper farewell to Los Santos.

Not to mention, it could very well be linked to Michael De Santa, which have been rumored for a return to GTA Online for a while now.

With that said, the winter update is usually Rockstar's way of adding significant content to GTA Online, so adding mansions only feels apt.

Over the past year, we've seen updates like Bottom Dollar Bounties, Agents of Sabotage, and The Cluckin' Bell Farm Raid, which notably introduced a new heist mission after years of requests from the community. The latest Money Fronts update will allow players to purchase three iconic businesses to expand their operations.

By releasing highly requested features leading up to GTA 6's launch, the company maintains player engagement and goodwill while potentially setting up a smooth transition to the new game.

The extended timeline until GTA 6's release also suggests that Rockstar may have additional surprises planned for the interim period aside from what they've already confirmed.