Though he already owns one Los Angeles home, Martin Short has plumped up his real estate portfolio with yet another residence. Records show the beloved actor, comedian and writer—best known for his work on SCTV and Saturday Night Live, and most recently, Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building—just doled out $2.2 million for some renovated digs in Brentwood’s Upper Mandeville Canyon neighborhood. Originally listed in March for around $2.4 million, Short scored a slight deal on the property.
Built in the early 1960s and recently given a contemporary makeover, the all-white structure is nestled amid a grassy parcel of land spanning almost three-quarters of an acre. Fronted by a bridge and shared driveway that empties out at an attached two-car garage, as well as a set of steps that stops at a dainty porch before traveling up to the double entry door, the place has four bedrooms and three bathrooms in a little more than 1,800 square feet of split-level living space boasting hardwood floors and wood-beam ceilings throughout, plus sliding glass doors spilling out to several al fresco lounging and entertaining areas.
Photos are fairly scarce, but on-line listings show a living room anchored by a corner fireplace sporting a marble surround, along with a spacious dining room/workspace that sits adjacent to a kitchen outfitted with newer stainless appliances. A hallway leads to the bedrooms, which include a primary suite boasting a private balcony and spa-inspired bath.
Outdoors, the private backyard hosts a seated bar, fire-pit conversation area and seasonal waterfall, as well as a freeform swimming pool and spa flanked by a grassy sundeck. There’s also a detached studio apartment with its own kitchenette and bathroom.
A native of Canada, the 74-year-old actor first gained notoriety for his sketch comedy, including the characters Jiminy Glick and Ed Grimley. Short has since appeared in numerous movies and TV series, including Three Amigos!, Innerspace, Father of the Bride and The Morning Show. He’s also starred in Broadway productions of The Goodbye Girl and Little Me, the latter of which earned him a Tony award for “Best Actor in a Musical.”
In addition to his just-purchased abode, Short has long owned a primary residence in Pacific Palisades that he paid $1.3 million for way back in 1987.
Source: Luxury - robbreport.com
