Inside Gene Simmons' $21m Beverly Hills mansion

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30-04-2025

Gene Simmons is offloading his $US14 million ($A21.9 million) Beverly Hills mansion — but he's got some strict rules for prospective buyers.
The Kiss bassist, 75, purchased the four-bedroom property in 2021 for $US10.5 million so he and his wife, Shannon Tweed Simmons, could have a residence in California after relocating to Las Vegas.
According to Realtor, the couple struggled with the scorching heat in Nevada and ultimately decided to put their Vegas property back on the market in favour of returning to Beverly Hills and setting up permanent residence inside their ultra-modern house.
Simmons and his wife recently snapped up a beach house in Malibu, which they now plan to make their full-time home, leaving them with little use for their Beverly Hills mansion.
The home is already facing a limited pool of prospective buyers.
However, that hasn't stopped Simmons from narrowing down potential parties even more — namely by excluding anyone he believes will soil the happy memories he and his family have made inside its walls.
'You have such wonderful times there, you don't want some schmuck in the place you call home,' the rock legend told the Wall Street Journal.
'No drugs, no alcoholics. I don't want anybody coming in there who is going to destroy the place.'
Provided a buyer is able to make it through Simmons' strict selection process, they will have quite the opulent pad on their hands.
The pricey property comes with a '40-foot glass-like infinity pool, dramatic drought-tolerant landscaping, and bold bronze geometric sculptures that offer a distinct artistic statement,' according to a press release shared with Realtor.
Simmons' property is made of 'glass, steel, oak wood and concrete elements,' which emphasise the sweeping views of the mountains, valleys, and ocean.
In a statement, Simmons revealed that the views were what drew him to the property in the first place.
'My favourite part of the house is waking up in the morning in the upper bedroom, having coffee in bed, and on a clear day being able to see all the way out to the ocean,' he shared.
'And my other favourite time is sunset in the upper bedroom or downstairs barbecuing something outdoors. The views really are spectacular.'
The five-bathroom property boasts a gallery space, and a home theatre.
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Additionally, Simmons' pad 'utilizes solar-power for pool and radiant heated flooring, eco-materials and fire-resistant, waterproof triple-panel windows.'
'This home is a rare example of Swiss architectural mastery, built with exceptional quality, thoughtful details, and a focus on longevity,' Young added.
'From the Swiss steel framework and sleek fixtures to the fibre cement exterior panels that can go more than 50 years without maintenance, everything was designed to last.
'The 40-foot glasslike infinity pool is a real showstopper, surrounded by lush, drought-tolerant landscaping, and the bold bronze geometric sculptures add a cool, artistic vibe to the outdoor space.
'It's the kind of property that's extremely rare and truly special — made even more iconic by having been home to a rock legend.'
Despite its concrete structure, Simmons told the Journal the property is still 'homey and outdoorsy.'
Upon entering the home, guests are greeted with an expansive living area filled with cozy couches and a wood-panelled wall.
The living room and chef's kitchen are separated by half of a wall, which comes with a mini fire pit.
Moving to the outdoor space, there is a large fire pit surrounded by gray couches.
The other side of the patio features another seating area and a grill.
Simmons previously sold his Nevada property for $US11 million. He now calls a $US5.8 million Malibu home his primary residence.
He and Shannon purchased the three-bedroom, four-bathroom home, which was initially supposed to be an investment pad, in 2021.