John Travolta

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In 2017, the famed Hollywood star purchased a contemporary mansion in Clearwater, Florida for $3 million under Hawker Investment Trust, Travolta and his late wife Kelly Preston’s go-to trust in which his sisters are listed as trustees. Located a mere mile from the Scientology headquarters, Travolta has served as a devout member of the controversial Church of Scientology since 1975. Clearwater also provides residence to fellow Scientologists Tom Cruise, who lives in a downtown penthouse, and Kirstie Alley, who owns a multi-residence waterfront compound.

Now, Travolta is bidding farewell to his former Florida home for $4 million. The property was initially listed in March for $4.65 million but nonetheless, the 67-year-old actor is walking away with a profit. This sale comes about a year following the passing of his late wife Kelly Preston in their home due to breast cancer. In January 2020, Travolta sold his $18 million Spanish-style mansion in Los Angeles and earlier this year, parted ways with his longtime waterfront residence in Maine for $5 million. He currently owns a $2.65 million Calabasas home which he purchased with Preston in 2019.

Travolta’s former Florida home spans more than an acre of picturesque land and includes five bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. The open floor interior presents a modern two-story staircase and spacious foyer. The living area is equipped with an electric fireplace. The kitchen offers bar seating and a breakfast space. Upstairs, the primary suite features an ensuite bathroom with a contemporary encased spa bath and a terrace overlooking the harbor. Other luxe amenities of the home include a seaside infinity-edge pool, a separate one-room cabana, and an artist’s studio with a bath. Resting on the western shores of Clearwater Harbor, the waterfront estate is heavily gated and surrounded by foliage. The exterior space consists of an expansive boat dock and boasts panoramic views of the gleaming coast and skyline.

Rafal Wazio at Coldwell Banker Residential represented both sides of this deal.

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DJ and producer, Diplo, has sold his Hollywood Hills villa for $2.8 million after five years in the residence.

Located in Los Angeles’s Beachwood Canyon under the Hollywood sign, the Contemporary-style home was built in 1926 with 2,524 square feet of space. The multi-level property holds four bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms, which occupy their own floor. The penthouse suite takes up the entire top floor including a lofty office, a lounge space, and a massive bedroom with a spa-like bathroom and a private terrace that overlooks the city.

The lower levels of the home feature a living room with double-height ceilings and a black marble fireplace; a dining area that opens directly onto another covered terrace in the home; a kitchen with dark wood cabinetry and modern gray-and-white tiling. Also included in the property is an in-home recording studio with soundproofed walls and a listening lounge, a yoga retreat, and an outdoor meditation space.

Outside, there is a large entertaining space, providing tons of room for a dining table and a separate sitting area. The entertaining space is lit by string lights that run along the side of the home.

The residence was purchased by Diplo in 2016 for $2.425 million and was sold less than a month after the listing went up. The future buyer also had the option to purchase the interior’s displayed furnishings, which were staged by the design and development firm, ASH NYC.

Diplo has upgraded to a Malibu home, previously owned by Kid Rock, that is more than triple the size of his old one.

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David Gemme presents

LOCATION: Located on the peaceful West shore of Lake Tahoe, just minutes from Meeks Bay, along the granite boulders of Rubicon in Lake Tahoe, California. This property offers access to the newly expanded biking, hiking and Wilderness trails to Desolation and beyond. Ski Homewood Resort in minutes and enjoy the serene beauty of Sugar Pine Point State Park and Emerald Bay.

DESIGNED: Recently remodeled inside and out into a savvy mountain contemporary home, this serene escape is the ultimate base camp for all your adventures, regardless of season. Perched on a private cul-de-sac on the West shore, it is uniquely positioned, offering ample space, ease of access and panoramic lake views from every room. Entertain in style enjoying the warmth of the large fireplaces and all-day sun on the expansive South-facing wrap-around deck. Join in game time festivities with families and friends in the two additional bonus rooms. The home features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2 separate oversized garages, wired for generator and electric car charging.

LIVING IN MEEKS BAY: Meeks Bay offers the splendor of white sandy beaches, fun in the sun and summertime festivities. In the other seasons, enjoy the quiet and solitude of calm waters among the granite boulders, access to the backcountry and convenience of being minutes away from Homewood Mountain Resort and Tahoe City as well as South Lake Tahoe, Emerald Bay and the high-country of Desolation Wilderness.

Address: 495 Lakeridge Court, Meeks Bay, CA 96142

Price: Available upon request

For more information, please contact David Gemme at (530) 277-8881 or david@gemmegroup.com

David Gemme is the exclusive agent representing the Carnelian Bay / Squaw Valley / Truckee / West Shore / Schaffer's Mill / Martis Camp / Lahontan / Tahoe City, CA real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

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It has over 6,200 adjusted sq. ft. and 6,838 total gross area. The top of the line finishes include limestone and wood floors throughout, spectacular kitchen with high end appliances and quartz countertops, elevator, high ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass. It is a true smart home, plus much more!

The fabulous covered terrace comes with summer kitchen and oversized heated pool with infinity edge Jacuzzi. It offers great entertainment space.

From the home you can walk to a+ schools, beaches, parks, marina, places of worship and world-renowned Bal Harbour shops. The completion date is slated for May 2018.

Address: 77 Camden Dr., Bal Harbour, FL 33154-1364

Price: $6,750,000

Bedrooms: 7

Bathrooms: 7.5

View the listing here. 

For more information contact Lydia Eskenazi at 305-785-0440 or lydia@lydiaeskenazi.com

Lydia Eskenazi is the exclusive agent representing the Bal Harbour, Florida real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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From its corrugated metal exterior, angled walls of glass and open living and entertaining spaces, to its steel staircase centerpiece, this ethereal beachfront home embodies true contemporary design.

Captivating, expansive sunset views illuminate evenings by the fireplace with guests.

A serene outdoor space, situated steps away from preserved dunes and stretches of sand, lead to the Pacific Ocean and the quintessential coastal lifestyle that is characterized by Newport Beach.

Spacious and livable, the 3,000 square-foot residence rests on a 30 ft. wide lot, with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, replete with custom hardware and Porcelanosa fixtures throughout.

Address: 7402 W. Oceanfront, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Price: $6,749,000

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 3

View the listing here. 

For more information contact Timothy Norman Tamura at 949-673-­0789 or timothy@valiaoc.com

Timothy Norman Tamura is the exclusive agent representing the Corona del Mar, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all the listings here. 

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The interior is light and airy, as sumptuous wooden flooring and neutral color schemes run throughout.

Every room is bathed in warm, natural light with wide windows that gaze out to westerly views of the Palisades.

A spacious living room flows into an open inviting dining area.

The expansive kitchen features white cabinetry and state-of-the-art appliances.

The large airy master suite leads you onto a balcony overlooking the surrounding landscape and ocean.

The master bath features two sinks, rain shower, and a large bath tub with elegant Calacatta marble.

The vast backyard is complete with a patio, BBQ, a firepit, and a pool. It is ideal for outdoor entertaining or private relaxation.

Address: 388 Surfview Dr, Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272

Price: $4,795,000

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 5

View the listing here.

Mercer Vine is the exclusive agent representing the Pacific Palisades, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of their listings here.

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