The Bel-Air estate that Judy Garland had commissioned for herself as a teenager, nestled in the affluent Los Angeles enclave, has been listed for $11.495 million. The iconic “Wizard of Oz” actress had this residence specially crafted by the renowned Californian architect Wallace Neff in 1938, coinciding with her casting as Dorothy and a year before the movie’s premiere, all at the tender age of 16. She purportedly resided with her mother for nearly ten years on this property, renowned as one of the most distinguished houses in Bel Air. The listing, managed by Josh Flagg, newly affiliated with Compass, touts it as “a rare opportunity to own a piece of history.”
There’s plenty of space outside.
Flagg expressed to Mansion Global via email, “This is a very special home in a very special location. Not only does it have pedigree, but it belonged to one of the most famous stars in the world.”
Nestled on almost 2.7 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds, this classic estate, introduced to the market just last week, has undergone a meticulous restoration process, Flagg noted.
There’s a fully restored writer’s cottage.
Accessed through a circular, gated driveway, the over 5,500-square-foot residence showcases hardwood floors, charming storybook-style windows, and well-lit interiors.
Upon entering through a formal foyer adorned with a majestic iron staircase, one is welcomed into the living areas. Additionally, there’s a chef’s kitchen featuring a marble island and a cozy breakfast nook with backyard access, along with five en-suite bedrooms, including a primary suite boasting a fireplace and dual walk-in closets.
The home has storybook windows.
Flagg revealed, “My personal favorite rooms in the house are the kitchen as well as the large formal living room.”
Outdoors, the property boasts a brick-lined patio, an in-ground pool with a diving board, and a pool house. At the pinnacle of the estate lies an original writer’s cottage, fully restored to its former glory.
There are five bedrooms.
The residence’s association with Hollywood luminaries extended beyond Garland, who passed away in 1969 at 47. Quincy Jones and the late Marvin Gaye reportedly leased the property, as per Robb Report, the first to disclose the listing.
The home is flooded with light.
Furthermore, the house was once owned by Stephanie Booth Murray, heiress to the Los Angeles Times, who acquired it in early 2011 for $5.2 million. She subsequently sold it a year later for $6.77 million to the current owner, a trust, according to PropertyShark records.
There’s a chef’s kitchen.
Flagg remarked, “While there’s no precise formula to determine the exact impact of celebrity ownership on a property’s value, I do believe it enhances its allure.”
There’s a pool outside.
