Recently Mel Gibson has been making the news because of his irrational behavior, not his movie career. The actor and director has recently been accused of saying really ugly things to his former girlfriend and even though his language is unappealing, there is no denying that the Malibu home he is trying to sell is gorgeous beyond belief.
The property is currently listed by Chris Cortazzo for an asking price of $14.5 million. The property is called Lavender Hills Farm and was the home Gibson shared with his ex-wife Robyn prior to their divorce. The property features nine bedrooms, 8.5 bathrooms, sprawling grounds includes a life-size chessboard, pool, Jacuzzi and a full-size tennis court. Interested parties need to work on cleaning up their credit histories so they can qualify for the lowest interest rate on a jumbo loan.
Cheryl Hines' Brentwood Home
Comedian Cheryl Hines has been laughing all the way to the bank, thanks to her starring role on HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm." On the show, she is constantly clashing with leading man Larry David, but behind the scenes she has been handsomely rewarded for her efforts. Some of her income went to purchasing her gorgeous "Cape Cod" styled home in the heart of Brentwood, California and it can be yours for a mere $4.249 million.
The house features 4,900 of interior living space including six bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths, a separate guesthouse and interior "maids quarters." The property also includes such amenities as a huge kitchen with top of the line appliances, a gorgeous swimming pool, and a luxurious patio and sits on about two-thirds of an acre.
California residents know that many of the biggest stars live in Brentwood and higher than average property values are part of the norm. However, if you want to live in the area that was home to Joan Crawford, Julie Andrews and Jim Carry, start working on the mortgage application process stat.
Dennis Hopper's Venice Home
Because of Dennis Hopper's contribution to cinema and art, the talent will be truly missed. If you have a hole in your heart for the legendary "Easy Ride" buying his home and living there is one way to be homage to him. His Venice California property recently went up for sale for the asking price of $6.2 million. Hopper lived in the home for 20 years and it is only because of his passing fans can scoop up a bit of pop culture history.
The home is just a few steps away from the Pacific Ocean and covers 15,550 square feet over five land parcels. The properties for sale include Hopper's 4,900 square-foot corrugated-steel house designed by Brian Murphy) and three separate townhouses designed by Frank Gehry. The listing agent has said homebuyers have the option to just buy the main home.
Whether you live in a mega mansion or a prefer apartment living, your home is your castle. Taking advantage of the current selection of low rate mortgages can help you finance your version of the American dream regardless of what it entails.
