Jesse Tyler Ferguson

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In 2013, Ferguson, an Emmy-nominated actor, and his husband, Justin Mikita, purchased the Los Feliz residence for $4.55 million. Over the years, the couple added their personal touches to transform the 1920s style property into their own humble abode. In collaboration with designer Peter Gurski, the end product of their lavish home was grand enough to earn a feature in Architectural Digest. Before Ferguson and Mikita though, another renowned celebrity resided in and renovated the property. The extravagant pool and waterfall were installed by pop icon Gwen Stefani who purchased the home in 1998 before selling it in 2007.

As Ferguson is now planning to bid farewell to his former Los Feliz residence, the home is ready to be passed onto another Hollywood star. Last month Ferguson had listed the property for $6,995,000. However, the closing price for which DiCaprio purchased the home was slightly higher at $7.1 million. DiCaprio reportedly resides in the Bird Streets neighborhood but owns one home nearby that he purchased in 2018 for a family member. It appears that Ferguson’s former home may be intended for a similar purpose, but regardless, will be a grand addition to DiCaprio’s real estate portfolio.

Leonardo DiCaprio

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The 5,000 square foot Los Feliz property spans half an acre of landscaped grounds. Resting above street level, the four-bedroom home opens to a two-story formal entry. The spacious living area features 25-foot ceilings and a stone fireplace. The eat-in chef’s kitchen presents a breakfast nook, built-in cabinets, and a wine fridge. The family room doubles as a media room with a projector and drop screen. The library is equipped with tall ceilings, stained-glass windows, and Juliet balconies. Heading upstairs, the master bedroom features a terrace and an ensuite bathroom with a separate tub and shower. Decorative elements of the home include designer wallpaper and a coffered ceiling. Other perks include an office, gym, meditation room, pool, observation deck, and a three-car garage.

Jennifer Akbari with Compass represented the seller. Brett Lawyer with Hilton & Hyland represented the buyer.

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Joyce Rey presents

Stunning estate with views from Downtown LA to the ocean. Designed by Richard Landry, AIA, this perfectly balanced contemporary home has everything to offer. High ceilings, fine finishes, all en-suite bedrooms including a stunning master with 2 walk-in closets, fireplace, and a view. Outside, a gorgeous view from the pool & spa, gated motor court, and 2 car garage.

4 bed, 5 bath | 3,540 SF, 15,254 SF lot

Address: 9329 Nightingale Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90069

Price: $25,000/month

Photo credit: Marc Angeles

For more information, please contact Joyce Rey at 310-291-6646 or joyce@joycerey.com

Joyce Rey is the exclusive agent representing the Beverly Hills, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Joyce Rey presents

Located in the prestigious "Bird Streets", this fully furnished contemporary single story home boasts 5 beds and 4 baths situated on a flat lot with city and ocean views. The light-filled, open floor plan offers custom design with a double-height living room, and floor-to-ceiling windows and doors that open to an entertainer's yard with pool, and spa. The exceptional chef's kitchen boasts high-end appliances, marble countertops and a seamless flow for entertaining. Enjoy luxury resort-style living in this exceptional contemporary masterpiece. The true California dream.

Co-listed with: Valerie Taylor

5 bed, 4 bath

3,750 SF

16,908 SF lot

Address: 9230 Swallow Drive, Bird Streets, Hollywood Hills, CA 90069

Price: $30,000/month

For more information, please contact Joyce Rey at 310-291-6646 or joyce@joycerey.com

Joyce Rey is the exclusive agent representing the Beverly Hills, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

Photo Credit: Zen House Collective Photography

Photo Credit: Zen House Collective Photography

Photo Credit: Zen House Collective Photography

Photo Credit: Zen House Collective Photography

Photo Credit: Zen House Collective Photography

Photo Credit: Zen House Collective Photography

Photo Credit: Zen House Collective Photography

Photo Credit: Zen House Collective Photography

Photo Credit: Zen House Collective Photography

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Orange County Register, April 10, 2017

McClean has come a long way from his Dublin, Ireland home as a boy where he used to draw houses and ask his parents, "what type of person does that?" Fortunately, for luxury home buyers, his parents steered him toward architecture.

As a student, he came to appreciate the modern home designs of L.A. "Growing up in Ireland, I was so intrigued by a home that you could open up to the elements and make the walls go away," he told The Real Deal last year.

His big break came in 2014 when a stunning home he had designed years earlier was purchased by the late Swedish DJ Avicii. From then on, McClean became the in-demand nest designer for the celebrities and financiers who fly high above Hollywood on the Bird Streets.

photo by Brian Thomas Jones

With a client list boasting Beyonce and Jay-z, Calvin Klein, and the Winklevoss twins–McClean took his star-architect status to a whole new level when he teamed up with spec-home developer Nile Niami.

Among the pair's giga-mansion collaborations, is "Opus" a 100-million, 20,000 square foot compound comprised of 12-foot ceilings, Roberto Cavalli floors, disappearing glass walls, a Cristal Champagne room, infinity edge pool, and a sky bridge.

Opus may be the only mansion on the market that includes original Damien Hirst artworks as some of the more "affordable" things in the room.

What makes McClean a great architect is that at the heart of all of his home's opulence and grander there is still a welcoming place inside for people to enjoy life.

Paul McClean characterizes his creations with smooth staircases, towering wine cellars, glass walls, and waterways that build emotions as owners walk past them. "Our houses are all about light. Light and water,” McClean told the Orange County Register in 2017.

Beyonce and Jay-Z's 120-million Bel Air Paradise built into the hillside with wrap-around floor-to-ceiling bulletproof glass walls and pools on every level. It's a white maze of angles that can be seen from space.

photo by Jim Bartsch

Anyone with enough money can build something big and gaudy–what makes Paul McClean stand apart is that he can design a 100,000 square foot mansion that still feels like a comfortable home.

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With panoramic views from the Pacific all the way to downtown, this home offers what may be the best view in the city. The home features an elegant design that is meant to provide the owner with the perfect combination of luxury living, while enjoying all of the comforts of home.

Each room of the home features its own stunning view through the floor-to-ceiling windows, all with access to the wrap-around deck creating the perfect atmosphere for entertaining and relaxing.

The home boasts large entertainment areas, including a private bar and entertainment room, cinema, wine cellar, and what can only be described as a private club at your ultra private dream home. This modern dream is truly the epitome of the lavish lifestyle that the Bird Streets have become known for.

Address: 1654 Blue Jay, Hollywood Hills, CA 90069

Price: $18,500,000

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 6

View the listing here.

For more information contact Aaron Kirman at 424-249-7162 or aaron@aaronkirman.com; or Neyshia Go at 310-882-8357 or neyshia@aaroe.com

Aaron Kirman is the exclusive agent representing the Beverly Hills PO, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

Images courtesy of Aaron Kirman

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