Bing Crosby’s former mansion – which featured a wing allegedly frequented by late president John F. Kennedy and late Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe – has been sold for $4.15million.
The estate – which is shown in breathtaking images taken by Kris Magenheim – located in sunny Rancho Mirage, California was sold for nearly under $400K the original asking price in an off-market deal according to TMZ as it originally hit the market back in December for a whopping $4.5 million in a listing by David Emerson and Alexandra Trejo of Compass.
Nestled in the exclusive neighborhood of Thunderbird Heights, the 6,700-square-foot estate famously features a ‘JFK Wing’ that was Crosby, who is considered one of the greatest entertainers of all time, built the single-story abode back in the 1950s, as reported by the Wall Street Journal back in December.
Off the market: Bing Crosby’s former mansion – which featured a wing allegedly frequented by late president John F. Kennedy and late Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe – has been sold for $4.15million, as seen in breathtaking images taken by Kris Magenheim
Custom creation: Crosby, who is considered one of the greatest entertainers of all time, built the single-story abode back in the 1950s, as reported by the Wall Street Journal; Crosby pictured in 1954
Rich history: The 6,700-square-foot estate famously features a ‘JFK Wing’ that was allegedly frequented by late president John F. Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe
The current owner Robert Teller has attempted to sell off the property a number of times over the years. He first listed the property in 2010 for $3.495 million.
The 83-year-old entrepreneur told to the WSJ that he’s yet to receive an offer that he believes ‘represents its value.’
The sprawling property sits on 1.36 acres of lush land and boasts a Midcentury Modern aesthetic, which has become increasingly sought after over the years.
Nestled: The estate’s nestled in the exclusive neighborhood of Thunderbird Heights
Source: It’s a listing by David Emerson and Alexandra Trejo of Compass
Spread across the nearly 7,000-square-foot home are five bedrooms and six bathrooms, including an awe-inspiring 1,400-square-foot main suite.
The spacious design allows for a large, walk-in closet, as well as convenient indoor and outdoor showers. For those cozy evenings in, there is a fireplace.
With an effortless indoor-outdoor layout, the estate is ideal for those eager to entertain.
Midcentury modern: The sprawling home property sits on 1.36 acres of lush land and boasts a Midcentury Modern aesthetic, which has become increasingly sought after over the years
Longtime: The current owner Robert Teller has attempted to sell off the property a number of times over the years
Waiting for the right one: The 83-year-old entrepreneur told to the WSJ that he’s yet to receive an offer that he believes ‘represents its value’
Spacious: Spread across the nearly 7,000-square-foot home are five bedrooms and six bathrooms
Idyllic: With an effortless indoor-outdoor layout, the estate is ideal for those eager to entertain
Roaring: The cozy living area features a wood burning fireplace
Ease: The living areas, kitchen, and patio are all connected to allow for ease navigation throughout the home
There’s a gorgeous double-oven kitchen and, like many homes belonging to the rich and famous, there is a fully functioning home theater.
The dining room is just off the main kitchen and the cozy living area features a wood burning fireplace.
David Emerson revealed to the WSJ that there are convenient ‘glass walls that open to an outdoor patio.’
Kitchen: There’s a gorgeous double-oven kitchen
Dining room: The dining room is just off the main kitchen
Backdrop: The countless palm trees planted throughout the backyard act as the perfect addition to the enviable Coachella Valley sunsets
Overlook: While dining, owners and guests can gaze out at the stunning pool and landscaping
Convenient: David Emerson revealed to the WSJ that there are convenient ‘glass walls that open to an outdoor patio’
The backyard features a giant resort-style pool that can be seen beyond the glass walls, as well as a connected jacuzzi.
Part of the pool is situated just under an awning and lounge area. It’s surrounded by plentiful grass and greenery.
There are clear views of the surrounding mountains from ever angle and the countless palm trees planted throughout the backyard act as the perfect addition to the enviable Coachella Valley sunsets.
Stunning: The backyard features a giant resort-style pool that can be seen beyond the glass walls
Relaxation station: There is a connected jacuzzi, as well
Part of the pool is situated just under an awning and lounge area
Day and night: The pool and backyard seen in the daytime versus the nighttime.
Nature: It’s surrounded by plentiful grass and greenery
The estate’s guest house that was allegedly utilized by JFK boasts two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
It also comes with its own private kitchen and cozy living room setup, located on the opposite side of the main house.
The exclusive neighborhood where the home resides is under 24/7 surveillance, so new owners can rest easy that their privacy – and safety – will be preserved, as reported by TMZ.
Main suite: There is also an awe-inspiring 1,400-square-foot main suite
Cozy: For those cozy evenings in, there is a fireplace
Get organized: The spacious design allows for a large, walk-in closet
Options: There are convenient indoor and outdoor showers in the main suite
Private screening: Like many homes belonging to the rich and famous, there is a fully functioning home theater
Alleged: The estate’s guest house that was allegedly utilized by JFK and Marilyn Monroe boasts two bedrooms and two bathrooms
Amenities: It also comes with its own private kitchen and cozy living room setup
Opposite end: It is located on the opposite side of the main house
Icon: Crosby, a legendary crooner and Academy Award-winning actor, is considered one of the greatest entertainers of all time
An entire wing of the home is named the Kennedy Suite in honor of former US President Kennedy’s visit to Palm Springs in 1962, a year before his assassination by Lee Harvey Oswald.
According to Crosby’s biographer the married President and Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe stayed at his 70375 Calico Road home at the same time, during which they began their affair.
Crosby only lived at the Rancho Mirage property – which was designed exclusively for late night parties – for a few years before relocating to Palm Desert.
The estate has previously been used as a resort, with rental rates climbing to $2,000 to $3,000 a night, depending on the time of the year.
A Toluca Lake home that had also been owned by Crosby was listed at $10million in 2020, but the figure has since been dropped by almost half, to $5,995,000.
Hollywood stars Andy Griffith and Jerry Van Dyke are listed as previous owners of the Toluca Lake house, occupied by Crosby until 1943 when it was gutted by a Christmas Tree fire.
Crosby, a legendary crooner and Academy Award-winning actor, is considered one of the greatest entertainers of all time.
In 1977, he suffered a heart attack following a game of golf in Madrid, Spain that resulted in his death at the age of 73.
Secure: The exclusive neighborhood where the home resides is under 24/7 surveillance, so new owners can rest easy that their privacy – and safety – will be preserved
Home of a legend: Crosby, a legendary crooner and Academy Award-winning actor, is considered one of the greatest entertainers of all time
Laid to rest: In 1977, he suffered a heart attack following a game of golf in Madrid, Spain that resulted in his death at the age of 73
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