Quincy Jones' L.A. Mansion Being Sold For $60 Million Just Months After His Death
Quincy Jones's longtime Bel Air mansion is back on the market for just under $60 million, five months after his death.
The music pioneer acquired the land in 1972 for $200,000, according to the Wall Street Journal, and worked with a friend/architect to build the custom estate that was his primary residence since 2002.
'My father loved his home so much,' said Rashida Jones in a statement. 'He created it from the ground up with his boundless imagination and the talent of his high school friend, legendary architect Jerry Allison. Our family has a lifetime worth of wonderful memories and meaning imbued in this home.'
The mansion spans 25,000 square feet nestling five bedrooms and 17 bathrooms across three interconnected wings, which are accessible by stairs and an elevator. It also has amenities like a wine room, tasting area, game lounge, several bars, a private balcony, gym, den, recording studio, screening room, gallery, tennis court, and an infinity pool with a spa.
The 2.3 arch ground additionally boasts breathtaking views of the San Gabriel Mountains, Pacific Ocean, and Los Angeles skyline. The home's layout and decor was inspired by Jones' global travel as mentioned in a 2008 interview with Smithsonian. 'The whole world is represented here, from Morocco to Nefertiti to the Tang dynasty. Global gumbo, that's where it's at,' he explained.
'We hope the new owner will continue the legacy of love and laughter and beauty that is synonymous with the name Quincy Jones,' Rashida added.
The listing is held by David Kramer and Andrew Buss of the David Kramer Group at Compass. Of the listing, Kramer stated, 'There are homes built for spec, and others that seem to trade hands often — but then there are homes like this, which almost never come to market. It's truly special.'
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