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business2 years ago•2 min saved

Kanye West's Financial Woes Lead to $53 Million Listing of Gutted Malibu Mansion

Kanye West is selling his Tadao Ando-designed Malibu home for $53 million, after purchasing it for $57.25 million. Financial difficulties and the challenges of renovating the property are cited as reasons for the sale. The house remains incomplete and in need of significant repairs, with estimates suggesting it will cost several million dollars to finish. West has faced legal issues with a contractor who alleged grueling work conditions. This comes after West faced backlash and lost partnerships due to controversial remarks. Despite a drop in Malibu's median home sale price, the real estate market in the area is said to be holding up better than in other parts of Los Angeles.

via New York Post |

#business #financial-troubles #kanye-west

real-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

Kanye West Lists Tadao Ando-Designed Malibu Home for $53 Million

Kanye West's oceanfront Malibu house, purchased for $57 million in cash, is now on the market for $53 million. The property, designed by architect Tadao Ando, has been completely gutted and will require several million dollars in renovations to make it livable. West stands to lose millions of dollars on the property, and it's unclear if he ever spent a night there. The unique pedigree of the house, being one of the few stateside residences designed by Ando, may influence its eventual sale price. West, who remains successful in the music industry, seems to be shifting away from real estate ownership.

via Robb Report|

#kanye-west #malibu #real-estate

real-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

"Kanye West's Gutted Malibu Mansion Hits Market for $53 Million"

Kanye West is listing his Tadao Ando-designed house in Malibu for $53 million, after purchasing it for $57.25 million two years ago. The beachfront property requires significant renovations, including windows, doors, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and interior finishes. The three-story house, made of concrete and steel, features four bedrooms and expansive windows facing the water. The original finishes were removed, but the architectural integrity remains. West has faced legal issues related to the property, including allegations of mistreatment by a contractor. Despite a decline in Malibu's median home sale price, the market remains relatively strong, with Beyoncé and Jay-Z recently purchasing an Ando-designed mansion for around $200 million.

via Mansion Global|

#kanye-west #luxury-home #malibu

real-estate2 years ago•1 min saved

Kanye West's Gutted Malibu Mansion Listed for $53 Million

Kanye West is selling his beachfront Malibu property for $53 million, $4 million less than what he paid in 2021. However, the house is missing doors, windows, plumbing, and electric due to an unfinished "gut renovation." The 4,000-square-foot home, designed by renowned architect Tadao Ando, requires several million dollars to complete. Despite its current condition, the house is being marketed as a "blank canvas" with architectural value intact. The unique property features Ando's signature smooth concrete, 200 tons of steel, and three stories with ocean-facing windows. West faced previous legal issues with a contractor who alleged mistreatment and safety concerns.

via The Daily Beast|

#architectural-integrity #kanye-west #malibu

real-estate2 years ago•1 min saved

Kanye West's Gutted Malibu Beach Home Listed for $53 Million

Kanye West is listing his beachfront Malibu home, which he purchased for $57.3 million in 2021, for $53 million after gutting it for a remodel. The 4,000 square foot property, designed by renowned architect Tadao Ando, lacks interiors but features Ando's signature concrete work. Potential buyers will need to invest a couple of million dollars to bring it up to 2024 standards. Despite a lawsuit from a former project manager, the sleek modern home with ocean views is expected to attract interested buyers with deep pockets.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

#beachfront-home #kanye-west #malibu

real-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

Kanye West's Gutted Malibu Mansion Listed for $53 Million

Kanye West is selling his Tadao Ando-designed beachfront house in Malibu for $53 million, after purchasing it for $57.3 million in 2021. The four-bedroom property has been gutted by West, requiring several million dollars to redo the interiors. However, the concrete exterior, a signature of Ando's work, remains intact. The 4,000-square-foot house features ocean views from every room and is made from approximately 1,200 tons of concrete. Ando is known for his museum structures and has designed only a few houses in the United States.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#kanye-west #luxury-homes #malibu

real-estate2 years ago•4 min saved

Beyoncé and Jay-Z shatter California real estate records with $200 million home purchase.

Wealthy home buyers have specific needs and wants when it comes to purchasing multi-million dollar homes, according to real estate agents. The most expensive home ever sold in California, reportedly purchased by Beyoncé and Jay-Z for $200 million, was designed by Japanese architect Tadao Ando and originally built for an art collector. Wealthy buyers often seek out specific styles of homes, but may settle for less if the price is right. Cash deals are common in this market, and some buyers make permanent deals in secret. These homes may be used for parties, marketing, and events, and are seen as a status symbol that separates the wealthy from others.

via The Washington Post|

#architecture #california #luxury-homes

real-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

Beyoncé and Jay-Z Break Record with $200 Million California Home Purchase

Beyoncé and Jay-Z have purchased a futuristic mega-mansion in Malibu for $200 million, setting a new record for the most expensive home sale in California. The 30,000-square-foot spread was designed by award-winning Japanese architect Tadao Ando and features sweeping, floor-to-ceiling glass walls, two swimming pools, and an eight-acre property overlooking the ocean. The property was previously owned by renowned contemporary art collectors Bill and Maria Bell, who commissioned Ando to create the ultra-modern compound.

via Robb Report|

#beyonce #california #jay-z

real-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

Beyonce and Jay-Z Break California Real Estate Records with $400 Million in Home Purchases

Beyoncé and Jay-Z have reportedly purchased a $200 million, 40,000-square-foot mansion in Malibu, California, designed by famed Japanese architect Tadao Ando. The property sits on eight acres of blufftop land with unobstructed ocean and coastline views and direct access to a scenic beach. The home was privately listed at $295 million and is one of the few homes designed by Ando. The couple also owns a New York City penthouse, a house in the Hamptons, and an $88 million mansion in the Bel Air neighborhood of Los Angeles.

via DIRT|

#beyonce #jay-z #luxury-homes

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Beyoncé and Jay-Z's $200M mansion buying spree continues.

Beyoncé and Jay-Z celebrated their $200 million mansion purchase in Malibu, the most expensive house ever sold in California, with a luxurious dinner in London. The couple dined with billionaire entrepreneur Nassef Sawiris and were photographed leaving Harry's Bar in Mayfair. The 30,000-square-foot all-concrete home was designed by Japanese master architect Tadao Ando and was previously owned by art collector William Bell. Beyoncé is currently on the European leg of her "Renaissance" tour and is set to perform in Edinburgh, Scotland.

via Page Six|

#beyonce #entertainment #jay-z

real-estate2 years ago•1 min saved

Jay-Z and Beyoncé shatter records with $200M California mansion purchase.

Beyoncé and Jay-Z have reportedly purchased a Malibu estate for $200 million, making it the most expensive home ever sold in California. The 40,000-square-foot home, designed by renowned architect Tadao Ando, sits on 8 acres and features a water feature, pool, and concrete construction. The property was initially listed for $295 million. This is the couple's second major real estate purchase in California, following their $88 million purchase of a Bel-Air mansion in 2017.

via New York Post |

#beyonce #california #jay-z