Whether you know her from La La Land, Superbad, Cruella, or The Amazing Spider Man (the list goes on and on), Emma Stone is a household name. But, fans may not know much about Stone’s taste in homes. This Malibu abode that the movie star nabbed in 2019 for $3.25 million shows her real estate inclinations, and prowess. Listing the cliffside home in May for $4.295 million, it only took a month for a sale to close and it sold for$4.425 million, $130,000 over the asking price. That’s a universal win, whether you’re a celeb seller or not.
The midcentury, magazine-worthy property was featured in NYC&G prior to Stone’s ownership, describing its history and the renovations it received. It’s hard to believe the home was anything but what you see today, but the previous owners created a light and bright atmosphere in every room. Stone, the next owner, made small changes with tiles and paint to make it her own.
Laidback and private, the circa-1958 pad is perched above the ocean and surrounded by lively vegetation planted decades ago. Throughout the 1,764-square-foot interior, updated fixtures play off of the midcentury architectural elements. A-frame ceilings shine with original shiplap and skylights, while the kitchen and bathrooms have been fully renovated. Large windows and glass doors illuminate the three bedrooms and two bathrooms, creating a seamless transition to outdoor living. In terms of embracing nature and wellness, the open-air guest bathroom featuring a soaker tub is tough to beat.
Eric Lavey of Sotheby’s International Realty represented the listing, while Rochelle Maize of Nourmand & Associates represented the mystery buyer.
