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      Tom Petty’s Longtime Malibu Estate Could Now Be Yours for $15.5 Million

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      If you were hoping to run down that dream of owning a musically pedigreed SoCal home last year and the $19 million price tag was just a little too hefty at the time, don’t back down now. Tom Petty’s longtime main digs nestled within a gated enclave high above Malibu’s Pacific Coast Highway just popped back up for sale with a new ask, and it’s $3.5 million less than before.

      All you need is a cool $15.5 million, and you can happily claim the coveted keys to the legendary musician’s Mediterranean-style estate. Myra Nourmand and Levi Freeman of Nourmand & Associates hold the listing.

      The creamy stucco and terracotta-roof home is accessed via a portico entryway.

      Pierre Galant

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      Petty, who passed away in 2017 at age 66, purchased the property in spring 1998 for $3.75 million. Tucked away on nearly three acres near Escondido Beach and Paradise Cove, off a private lane that’s shared with three other homes, the updated 1940s spread includes a main home, a separate guesthouse, and another structure that served as a recording studio—for a total of seven bedrooms and 10 baths in roughly 10,000 square feet.

      The living room’s vaulted wood-beam ceiling is dotted with skylights donning hand-carved covers.

      Pierre Galant

      Standing out within the single-level primary dwelling is a sunken fireside living room, which features skylights embellished with hand-carved covers and French doors opening out to a trellised patio. Other highlights include a 16-seat dining room sequestered behind archways accented with wrought-iron detailing, plus a kitchen outfitted with an eat-in island, a Wolf range, a butler’s pantry, and a breakfast nook.

      Elsewhere is a music room where the rocker liked to perfect his tunes, as well as a bookshelf-lined library, a gym, and a massage room. An inviting primary suite has a fireplace, a private fountain-clad patio, a huge walk-in closet, and a luxe bath equipped with a soaking tub and a Moroccan-tiled steam shower.

      The sports court on the property is ideal for basketball and pickleball.

      Pierre Galant

      RELATED: Reality TV Titan Mark Burnett Is Asking $350,000 Per Month for His Blufftop Estate in Malibu

      Three more en suite guest bedrooms open to a brick courtyard with a sitting area, while the garden-laced grounds host a pool and spillover spa, an alfresco dining terrace with a built-in barbecue, an in-ground fire pit, a lighted sports court, koi ponds, and cascading waterfalls. There’s also a gated parking area out front that can accommodate at least 15 vehicles.

      Petty’s estate also still lays claim to a small bungalow in Pacific Palisades. His oceanfront Malibu cottage quickly sold to Canadian hotel mogul Salim Sayanin in early 2023 for nearly $10.3 million, which was $400,000 over the asking price; and in late 2023, the musician’s widow, Dana York, paid $6.6 million for a revamped 1920s Spanish Colonial Revival-style home in the Holmby Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles.

      Click here for more photos of the SoCal residence.

      Pierre Galant

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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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      A Dr. Seuss Collaborator’s Former N.Y.C. Townhouse Can Be Yours for $13.5 Million

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      Ever wish walls could talk? If the ones within this Upper East Side townhouse long owned by the late Phyllis Cerf Wagner could indeed speak, they most assuredly would have their share of fascinating tales to spin. Think stories of all the famous guests from Judy Garland to Frank Sinatra who visited the historic premises at some point during a 60-plus-year tenure that saw the Manhattan socialite, onetime movie actress, and collaborator with Dr. Seuss on a series of landmark children’s books outlive not just one but two prominent spouses.

      Records show Wagner purchased the Italianate-style property in 1941 with her first husband Bennett Cerf, co-founder of the Random House publishing company. After he died in 1971, she went on to wed former New York City mayor Robert Wagner Jr., who passed away in in 1991, and then remained in the home until her death in 2006 at age 90. The residence subsequently sold for $8.5 million to jewelry designer Suzanne Sheik, the mother of Barely Breathing singer Duncan Sheik, before going to the current unnamed owner in 2010 for $14 million.

      Now the towering 16-room spread between Lexington and Park avenues in the Lenox Hill neighborhood is being offered for $13.5 million, with the listing shared by James Weiss, Andrew Schwartz, and Ty Mabry of The Corcoran Group.

      Phyllis at work in the 1950s with her first husband Bennett Cerf, the co-founder of Random House.

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      Designed and built in the 1870s by architect Robert Sexton, the recently renovated brick structure clocks in at 20 feet wide with five bedrooms and seven baths in 7,200 square feet of art deco-inspired living space boasting high ceilings, several wood-burning fireplaces, and a hydraulic elevator to all five levels. A security system and air-conditioning have also been added to the mix.

      Upon entry, a marble-clad foyer flows to an eat-in kitchen flaunting a pricey La Cornue range. From there, a coffered-ceiling sitting and dining area opens to a private trellis-covered garden featuring a water wall, mature plantings, and custom lighting. The parlor level, meanwhile, hosts a reception lounge with a black-and-white-striped living room on one side and a library/dining room on the other.

      A fireside sitting and dining area flows out to a trellis-covered garden with a water wall.

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      RELATED: Abraham Lincoln’s Granddaughter Lived in This N.Y.C. Townhouse. Now It Can Be Yours for $10.5 Million.

      The third level lends way to a bay-windowed primary suite outfitted with a morning bar and a pass-through wardrobe that connects to a bath sporting dual vanities, a large glass-encased shower, and a soaking tub alongside window coverings embellished with glass orbs. More bedrooms and a sky-lit den/office can be found on the top two floors, while a wine cellar and laundry room are situated down in the basement.

      When the townhouse was last sold, it came complete with artwork by Andy Warhol, Anish Kapoor, and Roy Lichtenstein; books signed by William Faulkner and Joan Didion; and an oil painting by Frank Sinatra. Those items are currently on display but are not, unfortunately, included in the sale this time around.

      Click here for more photos of the Upper East Side residence.

      Lifestyle Production 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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      Former MLB All-Star Yoenis Céspedes Is Selling His 380-Acre Florida Ranch for $30 Million

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      Whether you’re taking part in MLB’s spring training or you just want to be close to the action, a recently listed ranch property on Florida‘s east coast is a true home run.

      The Port St. Lucie manse, about 60 miles north of Palm Beach and 120 miles south of Orlando, was custom-built back in 2018 by baseball player Yoenis Céspedes, an MLB All-Star and a two-time Home Run Derby champ. Known to his fans as “La Potencia,” or “The Power,” Céspedes named the 378-acre estate after himself—La Potencia II. While he enjoyed the rural spread for almost a decade, Céspedes is now bringing it to market for $30 million, with Julian Johnston and Lina Agosto at the Corcoran Group holding the listing.

      An at-home batting cage is a must for any former or aspiring MLB All-Star.

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      The massive acreage functions as both an equestrian and hunting compound. Among the grounds, you’ll find a 12-stall horse stable with training yards. Wild boar and other game animals are known to frequent the land, and there’s a full game processing facility on site. And while Céspedes may have enjoyed some of these pastimes after his professional playing career, he didn’t give up baseball completely: the home is equipped with a state-of-the-art batting cage for practicing your swing.

      The centerpiece of the property is the 15,785-square-foot main residence, which includes six bedrooms and four full baths. The ranch aesthetic is prevalent inside, with soaring ceilings and a massive stone fireplace anchoring the living room. More modern touches are found in the spacious chef’s kitchen and with an onyx bar.

      The 12-stable barn sits amid training yards and fenced pastures.

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      Outside, there’s a large resort-style pool, which is both heated and covered. The screened-in patio has plenty of space for laid-back hangs and meals, with a full summer kitchen for easy prep. And while there are classic add-ons like a gym and a game/club room, Céspedes added one more special touch suited to his lifestyle—a private barber shop.

      When it comes to real estate, the former Mets star is in good company, with many former MLBers opting to spend their retirements in sunny locales. For example, Hall of Fame pitcher Greg Maddux spun his home in San Diego on the market for a cool $4 million, and Red Sox legend David Ortiz is parting ways with his custom-built Miami mansion for $11.5 million.

      Click here to see all the photos of the sprawling Port Lucie ranch.

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      Tori Latham

      Tori Latham is a digital staff writer at Robb Report. She was previously a copy editor at The Atlantic, and has written for publications including The Cut and The Hollywood Reporter. When not…

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      Reality TV Titan Mark Burnett Is Asking $350,000 Per Month for His Blufftop Estate in Malibu

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      Mark Burnett, the prolific producer behind the hit reality TV shows Survivor, The Voice, Shark Tank, and The Apprentice, has hoisted his beachfront home in Malibu up for rent at a hefty $350,000 per month. The listing, which also requires a $350,000 security deposit, is held by Chris Cortazzo of Compass.

      The 13-time Emmy winner and former chairman of MGM’s Worldwide TV Group purchased the Hamptons-style spread on the rugged bluffs above Paradise Cove from the late talent manager Sandy Gallin in 2005 for $25 million. Two years later, he married Touched by an Angel actress Roma Downey at the property in a ceremony officiated by her co-star and ordained minister Della Reese.

      The cozy fireside family room has a handsome wood wet bar.

      Mike Helfrich

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      Built in 2004, the two-story home sits directly oceanside and provides sweeping coastline views from a gated parcel spanning just over three acres. Ideal for a large family or someone who enjoys hosting lots of overnight guests, seven bedrooms and 10 baths are filtered across a little more than 7,300 square feet of fully furnished living space boasting wide-planked hardwood floors, high whitewashed beamed and coffered ceilings, skylights, built-in cabinetry, and six fireplaces.

      Among the highlights is a double-height foyer that opens to an elegant living room sporting a wood-burning fireplace and French doors spilling out to a covered terrace stretching the entire length of the house. Adjacent is a family room with a wet bar and a formal dining room that seats 10, while the country-style kitchen is outfitted with Carrera marble countertops, dual islands, and top-tier Miele, Viking, and Wolf appliances, plus a walk-in pantry and breakfast nook.

      A wraparound library mezzanine overlooks the foyer.

      Mike Helfrich

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      Elsewhere is a recreation room, an office with a built-in desk, and a tiered screening room, along with an upper level holding a wraparound library mezzanine, a bookshelf-lined living area, and a posh primary suite flaunting a private balcony, a fireside sitting area, a TV suspended over the bed, and a luxe bath equipped with dual vanities, a wood-sided soaking tub, and a large marble shower.

      The undeniable star of the show, though, is the picturesque grounds hosting a pool with a pergola-shaded spillover spa, an outdoor kitchen with a barbecue and pizza oven, fire pits, and steps that meander their way to the beach below. Rounding it all out is a spacious gravel motor court with parking for up to 10 vehicles, as well as optional on-site security and staff services.

      Click here for more photos of the Paradise Cove residence.

      Mike Helfrich

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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 Coppola Family Has Owned This Hollywood Home for Decades—It Can Be Yours for $2.3 Million

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      A recently listed home in the Hollywood Hills has strong ties to entertainment industry royalty.

      The Spanish Revival residence is the childhood home of director Gia Coppola, now 38, who lived there for almost two decades with her mother, Jacqui Getty. Getty, who’s now selling the historic abode, bought it from her father-in-law, Francis Ford Coppola, back in 2013. While the Godfather director never lived in the house himself, he and his wife, Eleanor, owned it for about 20 years, after purchasing it around 1994. Their children Roman and Sofia similarly bought homes in the area so that the whole family could be near one another.

      The kitchen is Jacqui Getty’s favorite part of the home.

      Will Myers

      The three-bedroom, four-bath property has hosted the who’s who of Hollywood over the years. Getty would regularly throw parties, with guests ranging from the Smashing Pumpkins to Leonardo DiCaprio to Demi Moore and the Olsen twins. “There was always something happening at our house,” Getty said in a statement. “So many people have passed through here, each with unforgettable memories. Everyone who walked through these doors always felt at home.” Kristal Moffett at Compass holds the $2.3 million listing.

      The home, originally built in 1922, retains many original details, including the red roof tile, period wood detailing, wrought-iron balconettes, and arched French doors and windows. Getty’s favorite room is the kitchen, which has a cozy farmhouse feel with a breakfast nook in the corner that looks out on the lush landscaping, courtesy of Studio Art Luna. The primary suite opens up to a private balcony, and the additional two bedrooms have en suite baths as well.

      The backyard includes a plunge pool enveloped in tropical greenery.

      Will Myers

      Outside, the detached garage has been converted into a guest suite complete with a kitchenette. The flexible space can also be used as a home office or an art studio, where you can keep the property’s creative legacy going. The backyard includes a small pool and several seating areas for outdoor hangs or alfresco dining. One section is currently set up like a living room, with a comfy couch and a fireplace.

      Getty is moving on from the Hollywood Hills home to make her way back east—she grew up in New York and wants to return, with the hopes of having a little farm. And while the Coppola family will always have strong ties to Los Angeles, they have historically snapped up property outside the City of Angels, too. A few years back, for example, Francis Ford Coppola’s private island in Belize popped up for sale with a relatively low price tag of just $2.2 million.

      Click here to see all the photos of the Hollywood Hills home.

      Will Myers

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      Tori Latham

      Tori Latham is a digital staff writer at Robb Report. She was previously a copy editor at The Atlantic, and has written for publications including The Cut and The Hollywood Reporter. When not…

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      David Duchovny’s Malibu Home and Train Caboose Guest Cottage Sell for $11 Million

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      Less than two months after it first hit the market for $12.5 million, David Duchovny’s longtime home in the coveted Point Dume enclave of Malibu has sold to an unidentified buyer for just under $11 million. And though that’s considerably less than he originally wanted, it’s still around $6.2 million more than the veteran film and TV actor paid Hollywood writer/producer Chris Carter for the landlocked 1950s spread nine years ago, back in spring 2016.

      Since then, the X-Files and Californication star has extensively renovated and expanded the premises. Most notably, he kitted out an existing train caboose where he went on to pen his 2021 novel Truly Like Lightning and record episodes of his Fail Better podcast.

      The living area has an entertainment center and bookshelves encased within a wood surround.

      Cristian Cruzio

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      Resting amid a gated parcel spanning a little more than an acre, the modern wood-sided abode offers three bedrooms and five baths in roughly 3,580 square feet of single-level living space boasting polished cement floors, high ceilings dotted with clerestory windows and skylights, and smart-home systems. Large pivoting glass doors open seamlessly to the outdoors.

      Among the highlights is a spacious great room with living and dining areas, as well as a kitchen sporting custom cabinetry, stone countertops, and top-notch Miele and Fisher & Paykel appliances. The primary suite flaunts a luxe bath with a clawfoot soaking tub and a steam shower, while an office overlooks picturesque grounds hosting a lap pool and a sunken fire pit.

      Rounding it all out is a detached building that currently serves as a gym, along with the caboose-turned-guesthouse that has its own living and sleeping areas, a kitchen, a built-in dining nook, a bath, and a rooftop deck. The property also transfers with a deeded access key to a secluded beach.

      A vintage train caboose at the far end of the estate has been converted into a guest retreat.

      Cristian Cruzio

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      Per Chris Cortazzo of Compass, who handled both sides of the deal, things are picking up as of late in wildfire-ravaged Malibu. “PCH reopened in May, and it’s like a light bulb went off,” he said. “Our entire city center—from Nobu West and beyond—remains intact, and we’re booming right now. We’re seeing strong demand from displaced residents looking for homes. I believe insurance payouts are starting to come through, and rather than waiting to rebuild, many people are turning to Malibu, drawn by the lifestyle we offer.”

      The 64-year-old New York native and two-time Golden Globe-winning actor previously told The Wall Street Journal he decided to sell because his children are grown. Duchovny, who recently launched his Secrets Declassified docuseries on the History Channel, reportedly still owns an apartment in New York and a house in Costa Rica.

      Click here for more photos of the Malibu residence.

      Cristian Cruzio

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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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      One of Ballet’s Greatest Dancers Is Selling His N.Y.C. Townhouse for $2.8 Million

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      Tucked away on a quiet street in Hamilton Heights, this early 1900s townhouse has long been home to a legendary pairing that effortlessly blends athleticism with artistry. Edward Villella, the trailblazing American ballet dancer who reshaped the role of men in ballet, shares the space with his wife, Linda Carbonetto Villella, a former Canadian figure skating champion. Now listed for $2.75 million with the Blumstein Team at Corcoran, this historic home is as compelling as the lives it sheltered. 

      Villella’s impressive dance career includes roles as a principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, a muse to George Balanchine, and the star of iconic works like Prodigal Son and Rubies. He performed at JFK’s inauguration, earned the National Medal of Arts and Kennedy Center Honors, and later founded the Miami City Ballet, turning it into a powerhouse company. Meanwhile, Carbonetto made her mark on ice, winning the Canadian national figure skating championship in 1969 and competing in the 1968 Winter Olympics before transitioning to professional skating and later nurturing ballet talent at the Miami City Ballet School.  

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      The beautifully preserved townhouse blends early 20th-century charm with period details across five floors.

      Real Estate Production Network; The Blumstein Team at Corcoran

      The townhouse, originally designed as a two-family home but now a singular residence, spans roughly 3,800 square feet across five floors. Walking inside, you’re met with period details that anchor the home in its early 20th-century roots: antique doors, wrought iron railings, hardwood floors, and lofty ceilings create a warm, timeless atmosphere. It’s got three bedrooms and three full baths, with two wood-burning fireplaces for cozy evenings in.

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      The dining room features inlaid parquet and a wood-burning fireplace.

      Real Estate Production Network; The Blumstein Team at Corcoran

      The primary suite is a standout: a bay window bathes the room in natural light, while a dressing area and walk-in closet provide ample space. The bathroom leans into luxury with a spa-like vibe, complete with a steam shower and a jacuzzi tub wrapped in marble and copper finishes—a perfect place to unwind after a long day, whether rehearsing a pas de deux or trying on clothes at Bergdorf’s.

      The kitchen is bright and inviting, with a balcony that opens to the backyard and plenty of space for casual meals or entertaining. A finished basement adds even more versatility, featuring a wet bar, wine cellar, and direct access to the deep private garden—a rare gem in the city. Modern conveniences like central air conditioning, gas heating, and laundry hookups on multiple floors keep day-to-day life comfortable and effortless. 

      Click here to see more photos of the Hamilton Heights townhouse. 

      Real Estate Production Network; The Blumstein Team at Corcoran

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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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