Published 19:38 IST, December 20th 2023
Kanye West puts his Malibu house for sale at a loss of $53 million? Here's what we know
Kanye West puts up his Tadao Ando-designed Malibu home for sale at a reduced price after a costly gut renovation amid legal disputes.
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Rapper and provocateur Kanye West, also kwn as Ye, has recently put up his Malibu residence which is a Tadao Ando-designed marvel for sale. As reported by Wall Street Journal. Acquired just two years ago for $57.25 million, property is w listed for $53 million, signalling a surprising decrease in value.
Reportedly, Kanye embarked on a significant revation project after purchasing property in 2021, opting for a gut revation that, as of w, remains incomplete. This type of overhaul involves stripping a structure down to its fundamental framework and redesigning it entirely, which includes revamping layouts and essential systems like electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
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Kanye West lists Malibu house for sale
Jason Oppenheim, listing nt from Oppenheim Group, highlighted extensive work required to complete property. He emphasized that finishing 4,000-square-foot house would demand substantial investments in essentials like windows, doors, interior finishes, and critical systems such as plumbing and HVAC.
Describing current state of house as a "blank canvas," Oppenheim ted that despite incomplete revation, property still retains considerable architectural value from its original design. However, details surrounding West's decision to sell property remain undisclosed.
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Previously crafted by table Wall Street figure Richard Sachs over seven years, three-story residence boasts four bedrooms, expansive waterfront views through large windows, and an additional 1,500 square feet of deck . Sachs initially listed property for $75 million in 2020 before Kanye's acquisition.
Kanye faced legal trouble
However, Kanye West faced legal trouble related to this property in September. A contractor, who doubled as a live-in caretaker for mansion, filed a lawsuit alleging gruelling work conditions, including 16-hour workdays and substandard living conditions. lawsuit detailed contractor's dismissal after refusing to replace electrical system with large generators, citing fire safety concerns. Kanye refuted se allegations.
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sale of this prestigious property, amid ongoing revation complexities and legal disputes, underscores Kanye West's foray into real estate and challenges encountered during his ambitious revation endeavours.
19:38 IST, December 20th 2023