Ellen DeGeneres

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Ellen DeGeneres and her wife, Portia de Rossi, are deemed as one of the most impressive contenders in the celebrity real estate market. The duo have been recognized for their frequent involvement in purchasing, renovating, and selling homes. The iconic talk show host has reportedly owned 20 properties since 2003. Recently, DeGeneres and de Rossi were reported to be gravitating further from the bustling city lifestyle selling their $45 million Beverly Hills mansion, their last remaining property in Los Angeles. Now, however, the celebrity couple are once again adding to their Californian catalog with the purchase of a new Beverly Hills abode for $8.5 million.

Built in 1961 by famed architect Robert Skinner, the home is often mistaken as the “Rowan estate” due a misspelling of the original commissioner, banker David H. Rowen and his wife, Shirley. In 1967, the property was purchased by architect Bruce D. Becket who owned it for 45 years. In 2012, talent agent Gregory Cavic and his wife, Jessica, purchased the residence for $3.5 million. Since then, the space has been completely restored by architect John Bertram and designer Sarah Shetter. Now, the half century old Beverly Hills home is in Ellen’s ownership.

Located in the posh community of Hidden Valley Estates, DeGeneres and de Rossi’s newfound property spans 4,614 square feet with five bedrooms and 4.5 baths. The mid-century offers decorative elements of terrazzo flooring, wood finishes, vintage details, and redwood tongue and groove siding. The open floor plan highlights floor-to-ceiling windows and glass walls for a comfortable and airy atmosphere. The living space features built in bookshelves, a distinctive light fixture, and plentiful sunlight. Leading from the living room rests the chef’s kitchen equipped with Douglas fir cabinets, Calacatta Gold salt marble countertops, and casual dining area. Also adjacent to the living room is the formal dining room perfect for entertaining. Stepping outside, the expansive near half acre exterior presents a courtyard entry and in-ground pool. Additionally, the lush greenery, trees, and gardens are designed by Judy Kameon of Elysian Landscapes.

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Ariana Grande

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The off-market transaction for the hillside property located at the end of a generous driveway is the latest addition by Grande to her real estate portfolio.

While the house is not too large in size (it's a 1,590 sq. ft., 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage), the "Side to side" singer will have ample space in the 0.74-acre lot that encompasses three parcels, surrounded by tall hedges and trees for privacy, and with unobstructed views. The large swimming pool and redbrick patio add to the LA charm of the property.

Along with her fiancé Dalton Gomez, Grande will be able to give the home her personal touch. Last year, she purchased another home in the Hollywood Hills on Thrasher Avenue for $13.7 million, and followed that just a month later with an estate in Montecito. The latter was purchased from TV star Ellen DeGeneres for $6.8 million.

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Rumor has it that Ellen DeGeneres and wife Portia de Rossi snapped up Brody House, one of the most unique homes in the LA area. Constructed in 1949 by A. Quincy Jones, the home has been updated by designer Stephen Stone.

The clean, modern architectural features make this space a real stunner, though there’s one other feature that makes this home particularly special. Perhaps the home’s most unusual feature is its location…right next to the Playboy Mansion!

DeGeneres reportedly purchased the space at $39.88M, and for the money, she’s getting lush green lawns with mature trees, a covered patio lounge area, a beautiful in-ground pool, a tennis court, outdoor water features, a rooftop deck and more (not to mention some party animal neighbors)!

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