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      ‘Power’ Creator Courtney Kemp’s Charming Spanish-Style Bungalow in L.A. Lists for $2.7 Million

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      Courtney Kemp doled out nearly $2 million for a petite bungalow in the Hancock Park neighborhood of Los Angeles back in late 2018. Now the much-lauded TV writer and producer—most known for the successful Starz series Power and its many spinoffs, as well as The Good Wife and The Bernie Mac Show—has decided to part ways with the home, hoisting it on the market for a dash under $2.7 million with Timothy Di Prizito and Aleff Luz of Christie’s International Real Estate SoCal.

      Originally built in the 1920s, the Spanish Revival structure has since been meticulously updated. Tucked away on a quiet, tree-lined street and secured behind hedge-lined walls and a gate, the house sports three bedrooms and an equal number of baths in a little more than 2,100 square feet of single-level living space rife with restored hardwood floors, hand-painted mosaic tile, casement windows, arched doorways, and French doors spilling outside.

      An original Batchelder fireplace serves as a focal point of the living room.

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      RELATED: Linda Lavin Called This Vintage L.A. Bungalow Home. Now It Can Be Yours for $2.2 Million.

      From the street, a terracotta walkway flows through a grassy front yard before emptying out at a covered colonnade. A glass-and-wood-trimmed front door opens into the living room, which is centered around a striking Batchelder fireplace. Beyond that is a dining room with the original built-in hutch, plus an eat-in kitchen outfitted with custom cabinetry, stone countertops, a center island, an apron-front sink, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, and a breakfast nook.

      Two en-suite bedrooms tucked away from the public areas include the primary suite, which comes with a private patio, a walk-in closet, and a spa-like bath sporting a pedestal sink and a large glass-encased shower. And the palm tree-laced grounds, which span less than a quarter of an acre, feature a secluded and grassy backyard hosting an alfresco dining terrace and a fireside seating area. A detached two-car garage has also been converted into a guest suite.

      French doors open the kitchen to an alfresco dining terrace.

      Engel Studios

      RELATED: The Longtime L.A. Home of ‘Sleepless in Seattle’ Producer Lynda Obst Lists for $2.6 Million

      “Celebrity owned, meticulously restored and upgraded quintessential Spanish Revival…one of my all-time favorites, and one of the most evocative, magical and romantic homes in Hancock Park,” says Di Prizito of the house, which is just minutes away from Larchmont Village and The Grove. “It’s as perfect as a movie set.”

      In addition to her for-sale Hancock Park home, records show Kemp has owned a similar bungalow in a nearby neighborhood since 2018. And last year she took a substantial loss on the sale of an Italian-style villa in nearby Windsor Square that she bought from actress Joanna Garcia Swisher and her retired pro basketball player husband Nick Swisher in 2019 for $8.7 million.

      Click here for more photos of the Hancock Park residence.

      Engel Studios

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      Wendy Bowman

      Wendy Bowman is a real estate writer at Robb Report. Before that, she was a freelancer for Modern Luxury and several other media outlets, where she primarily covered luxury properties for…

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      The Owner of Mango’s Tropical Café Is Selling His Secluded Florida Sanctuary for $19 Million

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      David Wallack, the charismatic owner behind South Beach’s iconic Mango’s Tropical Café, has listed his verdant hideaway in the unincorporated area of Redland, about 28 miles (and potentially a two-plus-hour drive with traffic) southwest of South Beach, for $19 million. Represented by Lynna Weil and Darin Tansey of Douglas Elliman, the 14-acre compound dubbed Breezy Oaks offers a fusion of ecology and off-the-grid tranquility. 

      “Breezy Oaks is more than a retreat—it’s a private resort oasis,” says Wallack. “The moment you pass through the gates, you’re transported into a tropical paradise, where crystal-clear grottoes teem with tilapia, koi, and cichlids, and white sand beaches invite total relaxation. At night, the soothing sounds of cascading waterfalls create a truly transcendental sleep experience.” 

      The property has three grottos with coral artwork by the late stone landscaper Ben Bistrong.

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      Tucked among a Florida pine preserve, at the heart of Breezy Oaks are three naturally filtered freshwater grottos fed by the Floridan aquifer, one of the largest groundwater systems in the U.S. The shimmering pools are ringed with coral installations by the late Miami-based artist and stone landscaper Benjamin Bistrong—his final opus before passing in 2014. Think: nature meets sculpture garden meets spa day. 

      Wander past the grottos, and you’ll encounter fruit-laden mango, lime, and lemon trees, plus a very industrious bee colony turning out fresh honey on-site. The existing 3,362-square-foot home—featuring three bedrooms and three baths—is more functional than fantasy. Let’s call it a humble ranch house or just a placeholder while you dream up your future estate.

      There’s a simple three-bedroom house on the secluded property.

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      The property is currently zoned for residential and agricultural use, but there’s potential to have it rezoned for commercial purposes. The seller has another 29-acre parcel in nearby Homestead that is also available for another $3 million.

      In a region known for glittering high-rises and beachside mansions, South Florida is seeing a quiet but notable shift: a growing appetite for large land parcels. Though increasingly rare and often hard to come by, these expansive properties are drawing interest from buyers seeking space and privacy. Just ask Jeff Bezos, who recently scooped up multiple homes on Miami’s ultra-exclusive Indian Creek Island, with his total spend topping $234 million. Similarly, the sale of the $150 million Tarpon Island estate in Palm Beach highlights the premium placed on sizable, exclusive properties. This private island, featuring a nearly 24,000-square-foot mansion with extensive amenities, was acquired by Australian investor Michael Dorrell, marking a record for non-oceanfront deals in the area.  

      Click here to see more photos of the South Florida hideaway.

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      Abby Montanez

      Abigail Montanez is a staff writer at Robb Report. She has worked in both print and digital publishing for over half a decade, covering everything from real estate, entertainment, dining, travel to…

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      Jeff Bezos Just Sold One of His Washington Homes for a Record $63 Million

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      It looks as though the record for the most expensive Washington home sale ever has been broken once again, this time by a waterfront estate in the exclusive Hunts Point enclave northeast of Seattle. At $63 million, the sky-high price eclipses the previous milestone set in 2020 by $3 million. Jeff Bezos was the lucky seller, while the buyer was an LLC tied to Delaware-based Cayan Investments. The clandestine off-market deal was first reported by the Puget Sound Business Journal.

      As huge as that amount may be, the property is loaded with perks that could make the $63 million figure seem almost worth it to some folks. For one thing, the woodsy spread rests along 300 feet of water frontage on the eastern shores of Lake Washington and boasts a nearly 2,200-square-foot dock that can accommodate boats and seaplanes. For another, the grounds span over three acres with old-growth trees, rose gardens, and a bamboo grove.

      The lake-view family room is highlighted by a shimmering gold-toned fireplace.

      Michael Walmsley

      RELATED: You Can Live Next to Jeff Bezos in Miami for $200 Million

      The Amazon and Blue Origin founder bought the place in spring 2019, paying $37.5 million, which broke a regional sales record set just a year before by a $26.75 million sale. Designed by noted local architect Jim Olson of Olson Kundig, the modern abode was built in 2003 for the late art collector and cruise line magnate Barney Ebsworth, who called it “an American Place.”

      Since the concrete, glass, and steel structure was never officially on the market, current details and photos are scarce. But online data reveals the home has three bedrooms and four baths in a little more than 9,400 square feet that sports a mix of limestone, poured concrete, and hardwood floors, Venetian plaster walls, and vast expanses of glass. Standing out are formal living and dining rooms separated by a voluminous entry foyer, a family room marked by a gold-clad fireplace, and a pair of kitchens.

      The three-acre spread rests along 300 feet of water frontage on the eastern shores of Lake Washington.

      Michael Walmsley

      RELATED: This $12.5 Million Craftsman-Style Home Is Perched Over Lake Washington

      The sleeping quarters are secluded in opposite wings of the house, including a duo of en-suite bedrooms with a breakfast bar and an elegant primary suite that comes with a fireside seating area, dual walk-in closets, a spa room, a luxe bath with a Japanese soaking tub, and an elevator that heads up to a rooftop terrace warmed by a fireplace. There’s also a glass walkway leading to a detached two-story guesthouse.

      In addition to his Hunts Point digs, Bezos still owns at least three other Washington homes in the city of Medina, including a 30,000-square-foot Tudor-style spread known as the La Haye estate that he acquired in 2010 for $45 million. The multibillionaire, who’s announced he’s making South Florida his primary residence, recently spent a combined total of around $234 million buying up three waterfront estates on Miami’s Indian Creek Island (a.k.a. the Billionaire Bunker), most recently a roughly $90 million mansion that he plans to live in while work is being done on the two other side-by-side properties he previously purchased.

      Click here for more photos of the Seattle-area residence.

      Michael Walmsley

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      Wendy Bowman

      Wendy Bowman is a real estate writer at Robb Report. Before that, she was a freelancer for Modern Luxury and several other media outlets, where she primarily covered luxury properties for…

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      Mick Jagger’s Former London Flat Hits the Market for $7 Million

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      Rock legend Mick Jagger brings the edge on The Rolling Stones’ 1969 track Live With Me, where he mentions taking “tea at three.” He likely indulged in a cup or two at three in his former sub-penthouse—the unit directly below the actual penthouse—in London’s Marylebone area, where he partied with bandmate Keith Richards and then-girlfriend Marianne Faithfull. Now listed for the first time in 30 years with Prime London and Beauchamp Estates, the $7 million (£5.5 million) home resides in a landmark Edwardian-era mansion. 

      Known as Harley House, the gated apartment house was designed by architects Edward Boehmer and Percey Christian Gibbs and built between 1903 and 1904. Jagger’s former party pad sits on the building’s fourth floor with nearly 2,500 square feet of living space. Two reception rooms sit off its entrance hall, and further in, four bedrooms span the layout.

      View of the grand entrance hall with herringbone wood flooring.

      Beauchamp Estates/Gold Lens Photography

      Shortly after the Stones was founded in 1962 by Jagger and Richards, alongside instrumentalist Brian Jones, bassist Bill Wyman, and drummer Charlie Watts, the band began to skyrocket to fame. The success of iconic tracks like (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction and Get Off My Cloud is what allowed Jagger to lease the posh apartment in 1966. He had the place decked out that first summer in a “hippie-bohemian” style. 

      Jagger and Faithfull began dating the same year, and by year’s end, she had “become a regular fixture in the apartment,” the co-listing agents claim in a statement. But if there’s one thing for certain, it’s that the rock star left his mark on the abode before moving in 1968 to Belgravia’s Chelsea Square. 

      During its refurbishment, Jagger had photographer Gered Mankowitz capture portraits of him in a fur coat on the roof and in the drawing room, formerly referenced as the “hippie lounge.” A soaring 10-foot ceiling hovers above a wood-burning fireplace there, next to honey-toned herringbone floorboards that span the home. Richards regularly stopped by, often staying for days at a time after Jagger’s no-doubt epic shindigs that reportedly saw the likes of Princess Margaret as well.  

      The elegant primary bathroom with a walk-in shower and soaking tub.

      Beauchamp Estates/Gold Lens Photography

      Jagger did another photoshoot at the property, during which photographer Colin Jones snapped the musician in its entrance hall, where he stood dressed in a vintage military uniform. Today the flat features a sleek, minimalist kitchen; a formal dining room for 10; a study; and a primary suite with large bay windows, a dressing room, and a very modern bathroom that likely bears little resemblance to Jagger’s days. 

      RELATED: A London Mews House With a Private Garage and Home Theater Can Be Yours for $17.8 Million

      Regent’s Park, set adjacent to Harley House, affords homeowners easy access to its calm green spaces; the local underground station makes traversing London a breeze; and, no doubt, when taking a break from performing tracks like Paint it Black or Aftermath, which dropped during his time at Harley House, Jagger and Faithfull visited Harrods and San Lorenzo nearby for lunches. 

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      Beauchamp Estates/Gold Lens Photography

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      Demetrius Simms

      Demetrius Simms is a digital staff writer at Robb Report. Following a brief stint in public relations, their work has now appeared in lifestyle and culture publications such as Men’s Health, Complex…

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      ‘Saved by the Bell’ Alum Mark-Paul Gosselaar’s Former L.A. Home Lists for $5.5 Million

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      Shortly before the TV show Franklin & Bash, on which he played lawyer Peter Bash, was canceled after four seasons in late 2014, Mark-Paul Gosselaar plunked down $2.3 million for a Los Angeles home in the San Fernando Valley community of Sherman Oaks.

      The veteran actor—probably still best known after all these years for his 1990s role as teen heartthrob Zack Morris on Saved by the Bell—wound up selling the place in early 2022 in an off-market deal for $5.3 million, turning a tidy $3 million profit in the process. Now the French Country-style digs are available again, this time with a $5.5 million price tag. Heather Altman and Casey Gamm of The Altman Brothers Team at Douglas Elliman hold the listing.

      A fancifully wallpapered living room has a fireplace and French doors opening to the outdoors.

      Noel Kleinman

      RELATED: ‘The Bachelor’ Alum Colton Underwood Lists His L.A. Home for $4.2 Million

      One of just seven properties tucked away at the end of a secluded cul-de-sac offering picturesque views of the San Gabriel Mountains, the two-story stucco and stone structure is fronted by an attached three-car garage. Inside, five bedrooms and five baths are spread across nearly 5,800 square feet of remodeled living space boasting wide-plank European white oak floors, arched doorways, and wrought-iron details, plus an automated smart-home system.

      Double doors open into the split-level entry foyer, which steps up to a coffered-ceiling living room with decorative wallpaper, a fireplace, and French doors spilling out to the backyard. There’s also a formal dining area and an all-white kitchen sporting top-notch Thermador and Sub-Zero appliances, a blue-hued eat-in island for a pop of color, and a window-lined breakfast nook with banquette seating.

      The mountain-view backyard hosts a pool and spa flanked by an alfresco dining terrace.

      Noel Kleinman

      RELATED: Have Mercy! John Stamos’s Former SoCal Estate Just Hit the Market for $13 Million

      Other main-level highlights include a fireside primary suite that has a separate office and a marble-clad bath, as well as a movie theater and a guest bedroom with its own bath. The lower level has three additional en-suite bedrooms, a flexible bonus room, and a mirrored gym, while the manicured grounds span almost half an acre and host a solar-heated pool and spa flanking a pergola-shaded terrace that’s ideal for alfresco entertaining with a full kitchen.

      After his career-spurring turn on Saved by the Bell, the 51-year-old California native went on to appear in several TV shows and films, including NYPD Blue, Franklin & Bash, Pitch, Mixed-ish, Dead Man on Campus, Beer Money, and Sticks and Stones. He reprised his role as Zack Morris in a Saved by the Bell reboot in 2020, and he’s currently starring in the NBC crime drama series Found. An avid thrill-seeker, he’s also a sports car enthusiast, race car driver, track cyclist, dirt biker, Jui Jitsu practitioner, and licensed pilot.

      Click here for more photos of the Sherman Oaks residence.

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      Wendy Bowman

      Wendy Bowman is a real estate writer at Robb Report. Before that, she was a freelancer for Modern Luxury and several other media outlets, where she primarily covered luxury properties for…

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      Courtney Love’s Former Manhattan Loft Is Up for Grabs at $9.5 Million

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      When an 1800s corset factory in New York’s Soho neighborhood was converted into a boutique condo in the early aughts, the seven-story building attracted a slew of famous folks.

      Among those who scrambled to pick up one of 30 Crosby Street’s 13 units was Lenny Kravitz, who doled out $8 million for a duplex penthouse that he once rented to Nicole Kidman before selling to Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz for $12.4 million. Courtney Love also shelled out $2.6 million in 2001 for a fourth-floor loft, which the lead singer and guitarist of Hole and widow of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain offloaded in 2006 for $5 million after riling up neighbors with her famously precarious behavior. Now, almost 20 years later, that residence has popped back up for sale, this time with a $9.5 million asking price.

      A bookshelf-lined library sits in the center of the loft.

      Rich Caplan for The Corcoran Group

      RELATED: Supermodel Linda Evangelista’s Posh Manhattan Penthouse Lists for $8.2 Million

      Last sold in 2012 for a speck over $7 million to Stefan Sonnenfeld and Missy Papageorge, co-founders of the post-production house Company 3 that’s worked on everything from The White Lotus to Beyonce music videos, the seven-room flat has three bedrooms and four baths in roughly 4,100 square feet. The rustic-chic interiors are adorned throughout with hardwood floors, exposed-brick walls, high beamed ceilings supported by the original wood columns, and large industrial-style windows for plenty of natural light.

      A private elevator opens into a small foyer, which flows to an open-concept great room holding a kitchen outfitted with an eat-in island that seats four and top-tier appliances, including two Sub-Zero refrigerators, a double oven, a vented cooktop, and a wine cooler. An adjacent living and dining area comes with a black floating-hearth fireplace, as well as a hanging swing, mirror ball, and punching bag.

      One of the bedrooms has been transformed into a den with a pair of thrones.

      Rich Caplan for The Corcoran Group

      RELATED: Benny Blanco Just Sold His Manhattan Bachelor Pad for $3.6 Million

      Sequestered off by themselves are the sleeping quarters, which include two bedrooms with western exposures and a shared bath, as well as a primary suite boasting a dressing room that leads to a spa-like bath equipped with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. There’s also a library sporting built-in bookshelves, plus an office nook and a lounge area that doubles as a gallery.

      Rounding out the listing, which is held by Holly Sose, Tim Cass, Katie Johnson, and Sabine Modeste of The Corcoran Group, is a $6,322 per month common charge that entitles the owner to a 24-hour doorman, concierge services, a lobby with an aromatherapy system, climate-controlled wine storage, and a fireside tasting/dining room.

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      Rich Caplan for The Corcoran Group

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      Wendy Bowman

      Wendy Bowman is a real estate writer at Robb Report. Before that, she was a freelancer for Modern Luxury and several other media outlets, where she primarily covered luxury properties for…

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      Supermodel Linda Evangelista’s Posh Manhattan Penthouse Lists for $8.2 Million

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      Linda Evangelista is officially strutting away from her New York City penthouse. The iconic Canadian supermodel—famously known for her ultra-short hairstyle nicknamed “The Linda” and the phrase, “We don’t wake up for less than $10,000 a day”—has hoisted her elegant pied-à-terre in Manhattan’s West Chelsea neighborhood up for sale at a speck under $8.2 million. Steve Gold of The Corcoran Group holds the listing.

      She previously put the property on the market in May 2024 for $9.5 million. That’s around $1.3 million more than its current asking price, which comes out to $2,051 per square foot—a “value buy at this point,” Gold told the New York Post, adding that he’s sold nearby condos for $5,000 a square foot.

      The sky-lit great room’s living and dining areas connect to a seated bar and an office nook.

      Nina Poon for Corcoran

      RELATED: Benny Blanco Just Sold His Manhattan Bachelor Pad for $3.6 Million

      Perched atop the 1880s Spears Building, a six-story converted furniture showroom nestled between the High Line and Hudson River, the posh digs offer four bedrooms and two baths spread across roughly 4,000 square feet of largely original yet modernized interiors outfitted with exposed brick, polished concrete floors, and high ceilings dotted with skylights. There’s also an in-unit washer and dryer, plus a 2,500-square-foot rooftop terrace that’s ideal for alfresco lounging and entertaining.

      Other highlights include an elevator that opens into a lengthy entrance gallery lined with artwork. From there, the spacious great room boasts a wood-burning fireplace and large windows overlooking three exposures. A dining area is flanked by a seated bar and a small office, while the galley kitchen is equipped with butcher block countertops, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a windowed breakfast nook.

      The Manhattan residence is crowned by a private rooftop oasis spanning 2,500 square feet.

      Nina Poon for Corcoran

      RELATED: Rosie O’Donnell’s N.Y.C. Penthouse Sells at a Big Loss for $6.9 Million

      Secluded off by itself is a corner primary suite, which hosts a model-ready dressing room featuring not one but six floor-to-ceiling custom closets, as well as a spa-inspired bath with a soaking tub and a glassy shower. Three additional bedrooms can be used for guests, offices, or creative spaces.

      The new owner will also be privy to plenty of amenities via a $5,669 monthly common charge, including a 24-hour doorman, a concierge, storage units, and a common rooftop deck. The pet-friendly building also contains several art galleries.

      Known for her work as one of the original supermodels of the ’80s and ’90s alongside the likes of Christy Turlington, Naomi Campbell, Claudia Schiffer, and Cindy Crawford, Ontario-born Evangelista, 59, appeared in multimillion-dollar campaigns for Revlon and Versace. She was also named one of People magazine’s “50 Most Beautiful People” during her heyday.

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      Nina Poon for Corcoran

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      Wendy Bowman

      Wendy Bowman is a real estate writer at Robb Report. Before that, she was a freelancer for Modern Luxury and several other media outlets, where she primarily covered luxury properties for…

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