Most of us know and love Matt Damon. From his dashing good looks to his amazing acting skills, what more is there to love. Damon has won many Golden Globes, Academy Awards and Emmys over his career. His most well known projects are Good Will Hunting and The Martian with his new upcoming film, The Last Duel expected to be equally good. He is responsible for $4 billion in box office sales, so it comes as no surprise when his house sold for such a large price tag.
Originally put up for $21 million in January and recently cut to $17.9 million, the house sold in a couple of weeks. It is a Zen oasis in Pacific Palisades, listed by TopTenRealEstateDeals.com, and is located in the same gated neighborhood as his long time best friend Ben Affleck. The 13,508-square-foot property has a whopping 7-bedroom and 10-bathroom layout. Sat upon three quarters of an acre, it features a koi pond, beautiful landscaping, resort-esque pool and spa and any child’s dream play area.
Throughout the mansion, architect Grant Kirkpatrick incorporated warm wood, natural stone and lots of glass to give an open floor plan and down-to-earth feel. The most impressive thing in the whole house is definitely the chef’s kitchen that boasts the best of the best stainless steel appliances. Not only does the space have a master suite with a private terrace overlooking the garden views to make anyone jealous, but it also has a game room, bar and office. The wine storage and tasting room are just the cherry on top of this breathtaking estate.
The property is located on the Pacific Coast and has great access to both Santa Monica and Malibu. The biggest in Hollywood all flock to this sought after neighborhood. It is conveniently minutes away from some of the best shops, restaurants and entertainment available. Damon’s estate is practically on Getty Villa and Will Rogers State Beach. Still, it has a quiet and serene feel on the property. The listing was held by Eric Haskell of The Agency, and it’s no wonder that after it’s $3 million price drop he had no problem selling.