Despite already owning a Los Angeles residence, Martin Short has expanded his real estate holdings with another property. Public records indicate that the esteemed actor, comedian, and writer, renowned for his roles in SCTV, Saturday Night Live, and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building, recently acquired a renovated home in the Upper Mandeville Canyon neighborhood of Brentwood for $2.2 million. Originally listed at around $2.4 million, Short managed to negotiate a slight discount on the property.
The fireside living room.
The kitchen.
The primary bedroom.
Another bedroom.
A flexible space.
The primary bathroom.
A private balcony.
The swimming pool.
The guesthouse.
A fire-pit conversation area.
An aerial view of the property.
Constructed in the early 1960s and updated with a contemporary aesthetic, the predominantly white house sits on nearly three-quarters of an acre of land. Accessible via a bridge and shared driveway leading to an attached two-car garage, the residence features four bedrooms and three bathrooms spread across over 1,800 square feet of split-level living space. Highlights include hardwood floors, wood-beam ceilings, and sliding glass doors opening to multiple outdoor lounging areas.
The dining area also opens to the outdoors.
Though photographs are limited, online listings reveal a living room with a corner fireplace and marble surround, a spacious dining room/workspace adjacent to a modern kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, and a hallway leading to the bedrooms. The primary suite boasts a private balcony and a luxurious spa-inspired bathroom.
The dining area.
Outside, the private backyard offers a seated bar, fire-pit conversation area, seasonal waterfall, and a freeform swimming pool and spa surrounded by a grassy sundeck. Additionally, there is a detached studio apartment featuring its own kitchenette and bathroom.
The dining area sits next to a workstation.
Originally from Canada, the 74-year-old actor gained fame for his sketch comedy, portraying characters like Jiminy Glick and Ed Grimley. Short’s extensive career includes appearances in numerous films and TV series, such as Three Amigos!, Innerspace, Father of the Bride, and The Morning Show. He has also starred in Broadway productions such as The Goodbye Girl and Little Me, winning a Tony award for “Best Actor in a Musical” for the latter. Alongside his recently acquired property, Short has owned a primary residence in Pacific Palisades since 1987, which he purchased for $1.3 million.
The workstation.