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    Ellen DeGeneres Puts Her Palatial Montecito Estate Up for Grabs at $46 Million

    Ellen DeGeneres has always preferred to update historic estates rather than buying land and building anew. Over the years, the former talk show host has remodeled numerous homes, and now she’s got the often challenging process honed to a science. Witness this spectacular estate in Montecito, which she and Portia de Rossi bought this June. In just four months, the couple and their skilled team have already given the 8-acre property a complete renovation and hoisted it back up for sale.

    That expertise won’t come cheap; the asking price is $46.5 million, more than double the $22.5 million DeGeneres and de Rossi originally paid. But the scale and historical nature of the estate ranks it among the grandest in all of Montecito.

    Built in 1919 and known as Pompeiian Court, the house and its grounds are hidden behind an enormous iron gate and a quarter-mile-long driveway that ends in a circular motorcourt surrounded by olive trees. Described as a “classic Roman courtyard residence” in the listing, the palatial main structure was fully remodeled circa 2000 before being re-transformed by DeGeneres into a minimalist and soothingly neutral retreat that embodies the current trend of quiet luxury.

    Quiet, refined luxury is now Pompeiian Court’s ethos.

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    In contrast to many of Montecito’s other historic mansions, Pompeiian Court is a rare single-story manor, with all of its rooms opening to a central courtyard laced with Roman columns and warmed by an outdoor fireplace. In addition to the main house, there are four ancillary structures scattered around the 8-acre property: two guesthouses, a poolside cabana and a petite art studio.

    The exquisitely manicured grounds include formal hedgerows and lawns, mature Italian cypresses, ancient oaks and eucalyptus trees. Both the swimming pool and full-size tennis court are privately tucked well away from the main house, and there are several large fountains and walking paths on the premises. There’s also a chardonnay vineyard.

    Robert Riskin at Riskin Partners Group holds the listing.

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     Comcast’s CEO Just Snagged a $9 Million Penthouse at One of L.A.’s Most Exclusive Buildings

    Over the summer, Brian Roberts picked up a tidy sum of cash when he sold a John Elgin Woolf-designed home in Beverly Hills to art collectors Bill and Maria Bell—the couple who recently transferred their ocean-view Malibu mansion to Beyoncé and Jay-Z for a whopping $190 million.

    The off-market deal netted the chairman and CEO of Philadelphia-based Comcast just over $20 million. So, it’s not surprising that he’s decided to reinvest some of those profits into an upscale residence at the fairly new Olson Kundig-designed 8899 Beverly residential tower.

    Records show the 64-year-old media mogul doled out just under $9 million for the two-bedroom, four-bath condo, adding to an already hefty property portfolio that includes homes in Philadelphia, as well as on Martha’s Vineyard and in North Palm Beach, Fla. 

    The fifth-floor corner unit’s open-concept floor plan features almost 3,200 square feet of Gary Hutton-designed living space adorned throughout with imported wood floors, high ceilings and a custom lighting system. Victrocsa sliding glass walls also open to several terraces providing sweeping views of the surrounding hills and city lights.

    Other highlights include a light-filled great room holding a combination living and dining area, plus a gourmet kitchen outfitted with white oak-lined maple cabinetry, Calacatta Gold marble countertops, and top-tier Gaggenau, Miele and Sub-Zero appliances. There’s also a dedicated media room, and a grand master retreat boasting leather-upholstered walls, antique silver-leafed wallpaper, a built-in office space, dual walk-in closets and a luxe travertine-clad bath.

    As for the HOA dues, Roberts will pay a hefty $5,336 per month for the privilege of living at his new building, where amenities include a 24-hour concierge, fitness center and yoga studio, private auto stable for two vehicles, and an expansive outdoor space hosting a pool and spa, fireplaces and a covered dining area. The onsite Italian restaurant Stella West Hollywood also is scheduled to open this winter.

    The listing was held by Ginger Glass of Compass. More

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    Lil Uzi Vert Spins Glassy California Mansion Back on the Market for $6 Million

    Flash back two-and-a-half years ago, and Symere Woods had just purchased this contemporary mansion in the 1,700-acre gated Bell Canyon community due north of Calabasas in Ventura County for $4.4 million. Now the 28-year-old Philly rapper, singer and songwriter—best known to their cult-like fan base as Lil Uzi Vert—has decided to return the glass-wrapped residence to the market with a nearly $6 million ask, as first announced by The Hollywood Reporter.

    Nestled on almost 1.4 acres of land resting atop a promontory, and tucked securely up a meandering gated driveway, the all-white stucco structure is sited within a celeb-studded enclave that’s also been home through the years to the likes of Chrissy Metz, Joe Rogan, Niecy Nash, Trey Songz, Alyssa Milano, Jhené Aiko, Holly Marie Combs and Shaquille O’Neal.

    The gourmet kitchen boasts gleaming white countertops and brass accents.

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    Built in 2017, and naturally customized to the rapper’s personal tastes during their tenure, the place features five bedrooms and six baths sprawled across a little more than 7,000 square feet of stylish living space rife with hardwood floors soaring ceilings and designer lighting. Expansive walls of glass overlook picturesque canyon and hillside vistas.

    A spacious motorcourt flanked by a three-car garage fronts the two-story house, which opens into a main level highlighted by a massive great room holding a fireside living room with glass doors spilling out to a terrace. There’s also a dining area, as well as a gourmet kitchen outfitted with high-end stainless appliances, and an eat-in island incorporating a marble table and banquette seating.

    An especially large primary bedroom comes complete with a stone fireplace and access to a balcony.

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    Also standing out is a sumptuous upstairs master retreat, which is decked out with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, sitting area, private balcony and walk-in closet, plus a luxe bath sporting herringbone-pattern tile floors, dual vanities, a soaking tub and an oversized shower.

    Additional amenities can be found outdoors, where the grounds hold a partially covered pool and spa, kitchen and bar setup, and plenty of spots ideally suited to al fresco lounging and entertaining.

    A turf-clad lounge area is the perfect spot to take in the surrounding views.

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    Lastly, a $285-per-month HOA fee also provides the new owner with access to Bell Canyon amenities, including more than 70 miles of hiking trails, tennis courts, a private 5-acre park and Cliff May-designed equestrian center.

    The listing is held by Carl Gambino of Compass.

    Click here for more photos of Lil Uzi Vert’s house.

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    Travis Kelce Just Dropped $6 Million a Kansas City Hideaway Because of Taylor Swift

    Apparently, Travis Kelce knows places where he and Taylor Swift can hide.  

    The Chiefs tight end just scored a $6 million Kansas City mansion after Swifties allegedly began flocking to his former abode, according to TMZ. The 34-year-old was reportedly uneasy with how accessible his former home was to fans and paparazzi, so he bought his own fortress of solitude in a gated community in Leawood to hopefully shake them off. Of course, it doesn’t hurt that the NFL star paid for the pad in all cash. Perhaps he’s picked up a thing or two from his real estate mogul-slash-musician girlfriend. 

    Travis Kelce just bought a $6 million mansion in Kansas City, Missouri for more privacy amid his relationship with Taylor Swift.

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    The athlete’s swanky estate measures nearly 17,000 square feet and includes six bedrooms and six bathrooms. According to the listing, the three-acre spread was originally built in 1998 and has undergone a massive renovation thanks to Wolfgang Trost Architects and builder Harry Roth. The current house has tons of sporty amenities like a lighted tennis and pickleball court, a mini golf course and a practice green, plus a swimming pool. There’s also a waterfall, wine cellar, and a garage where the Ohio native will presumably store his 1970 Chevelle 408 Stroker convertible—the now famous getaway car.  

    The property sits on over three acres and measures a whopping 17,000 square feet.

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    Kelce, who was drafted by the Chiefs in 2013, has added a few properties to his portfolio in the years since. According to the New York Post, the two-time Super Bowl champ scooped up his former Kansas City home in 2019 in the affluent Briarcliff West neighborhood. At the time, Kelce paid a cool $995,000 for the 10,000-square-foot crib, which features five bedrooms, two baths, a fitness room, a movie theater, and a swimming pool. That same year, he snagged a condo in Orlando, Florida for $355,000. As for Swift, the only thing more impressive than her Eras Tour earnings is the pop star’s $150 million worth of property investments.   More

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    Travis Kelce Buys New $6 Million Kansas Home

    This is the new Kansas home of Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce. Located in the city of Leawood, the massive home sits on over 3 acres of land and features 17,000 square feet of living space with 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, home theater, gym, wine cellar, 2 kitchens, 6-car garage and much more. Outdoor […] More

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    Travis Kelce Buys $6 Million Kansas Home (PHOTOS)

    Photography by Brynn Burns This is the new Kansas home of Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce. Located in the city of Leawood, the massive home sits on over 3 acres of land and features 17,000 square feet of living space with 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, home theater, gym, wine cellar, 2 kitchens, 6-car garage […] More

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    Tommy Hilfiger’s Former Connecticut Estate Hits the Market for $9.7 Million

    Tommy Hilfiger has racked up quite the real estate portfolio, and now a Connecticut estate formerly owned by the fashion mogul has hit the market. 

    The palatial pad sits on over five sprawling acres in Greenwich, tucked away on a private country lane. Asking just shy of $9.7 million, the English manor-style home dates back to 1932 and has undergone significant updates since, including a slew of renovations in 2014 by its present owners. Altogether, the extensive spread comprises a 7,438-square-foot main house, a guest apartment above the garage, and a poolside cabana. There’s also a professional tennis court where former owner, Wojciech Fibak, and eight-time Grand Slam champ Ivan Lendl used to play—so you know it’s legit. 

    Tommy Hilfiger’s former home in Greenwich, Connecticut is up for sale.

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    Inside, the brick-and-stucco abode is decked out with tons of period details like wood floors, high ceilings, preserved moldings, and decorative wainscoting. Other highlights include its four fireplaces, multiple patios, and arched doorways.

    While nearly all the rooms are impressive, the study is definitely a showstopper with its fancy plaster tracery ceiling. Elsewhere, the first floor holds formal living and dining rooms, a spacious family room with a bar, and a large chef’s kitchen. The latter feels super bright and airy thanks to all-white cabinets and countertops, and nearby is a beautifully detailed breakfast nook with parquet floors.  The second floor is where you’ll find all six bedrooms, with the primary suite occupying its own private wing with a sitting room, a cozy fireplace, a dressing room, and dual baths.

    The English manor-style home was originally built in the 1930s and has since been renovated.

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    The manicured grounds are tough to beat, designed by Southampton-based landscape architect Perry Guillott, while the charming pool house, entered via a wisteria-covered terrace that sports two hanging swings, boasts two baths, a kitchenette, and a game area.

    Ellen Mosher and Julie Church of Houlihan Lawrence have the listing. 

    Click here to see all the photos of Tommy Hilfiger’s former Greenwich estate.

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