Angelina Jolie Lists Historic $29.9M LA Estate

In the landscape of Los Angeles real estate, few properties carry the cinematic weight of the Cecil B. DeMille estate. Currently home to Academy Award winner Angelina Jolie, this Beaux-Arts masterpiece in the exclusive enclave of Laughlin Park remains a benchmark for Hollywood glamour and architectural preservation.

Purchased by the actress in 2017 for a then-record $24.5 million, the estate was originally built in 1913. Its primary legacy, however, was forged by the legendary filmmaker Cecil B. DeMille, who resided there for four decades until his passing in 1959. Today, the residence serves as a testament to the "Golden Age" of cinema, meticulously restored to balance its historical provenance with the requirements of a modern, high-profile family.

Set across two sprawling acres at the highest point of Laughlin Park, the estate offers the kind of seclusion rarely found in the heart of Los Angeles. The main house, spanning 11,000 square feet, is a masterclass in classic symmetry. From the grand foyer to the mahogany-lined library, the home retains the original craftsmanship that defined the early 20th-century luxury aesthetic.

The residence is designed for both grand-scale entertaining and quiet retreat. High ceilings and large-scale windows frame panoramic views that stretch from the Griffith Observatory to the Pacific Ocean, ensuring the home feels anchored to the California landscape.

Beyond the walls of the main villa, the estate functions as a self-contained compound. The manicured grounds are a lush tapestry of rose gardens, ancient trees, and rolling lawns. A classic pool, reminiscent of old Hollywood’s poolside glamour, is complemented by a series of fountains and a detached pool house.

The estate also offers a dedicated fitness house and a separate studio, providing the multi-functional spaces necessary for a creative life in the spotlight. In an era where many historic homes are lost to minimalist renovations, the DeMille estate stands as a rare survivor—a property where the walls truly do talk, telling a century-long story of Hollywood’s elite.

Key features

- Historic estate
- Six bedrooms
- Ten bathrooms
- Pool-house
- Studio
- Fitness room
- Gourmet-kitchen

On the market for $29,850,000.

Photos: Sotheby's International Realty.

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