Madonna's Former Beverly Hills Estate Lists For $35 Million

Years ago, when Madonna was hung up somewhere between a Material Girl and an acoustic Music cowgirl, this was proof of her success - her former luxurious French country Beverly Hills estate, which is on the market for $35 million. The Agency founder Mauricio Umansky has the prominent listing.

Though she no longer resides here, it’ll likely take a lifetime to wash Madge’s awesome aura from this updated property, no matter how many beautiful strangers occupy it. It will always be where Madonna once dwelled.

The pop icon purchased the home from Sisters actress Sela Ward for $12 million in 2003, when her ray of light still burned bright. The mansion was an entertainment nirvana where Madonna could open her heart, express herself, take a bow, holiday and 'celebrate' with plenty of room to spare.

Located on Sunset Boulevard, the property spans 1.1 acres with an eight-bedroom, 14-bath main house, two detached guest houses, and a true blue sparkling pool. A tree-lined driveway leads to the palatial 12,100-square-foot residence - an automated smart home with two designer kitchens, seven fireplaces, a full bar, a 15-seat home theater and four additional surround-sound TV viewing spaces.

The turnkey estate exudes the casual California lifestyle - with its spacious grounds, 60-foot-long resort pool and spa, tennis court, fitness center, and staff quarters. The main kitchen has vaulted ceilings with crystal chandeliers, marble countertops, custom cabinets, and high-end appliances.

Madonna reportedly sold the home in 2013 for $19.5 million, after a prolific period that included a headlining Super Bowl performance and her successful MDNA Tour. The home was remodeled by subsequent owner Russell Weiner, billionaire founder of Rockstar energy drink and son of conservative radio host Michael Savage.

Madonna, who recently turned 60, can thank her lucky star she sold when she did (even at $9 million less than her initial ask). Despite its celebrity pedigree and extensive remodeling, the estate has yet to achieve its desired listing price. The residence has been listed multiple times in recent years, trampolining from $28.5 million in 2013 as high as $49 million in July 2017, according to The Observer.

From Forbes.com / All the listing pictures are at www.forbes.com