Most people consider Muhammad Ali to be the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time. He won his first Olympic gold medal at just 18 years old. He was born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. on January 17, 1942, but changed his name in 1964 after converting to Islam. He died in 2016 at age 74.
His former Los Angeles mansion is now set to be auctioned by Concierge Auctions. This is a unique opportunity to see inside the magnificent space. Ali lived there from 1979 to 1984.
This Italian Renaissance home was built by John C. Austin in 1916. Austin was also the architect of the Griffith Observatory and LA’s City Hall. It is located in Hancock Park. Ali’s neighbors included Mae West, Clark Gable, and Nat King Cole.
The home is situated on 1.5-acre corner lot that is extremely private. The mansion itself is 10,500 square feet. If that isn’t enough, space there is a 1,000-square-foot guesthouse also on the property. The two structures are part of Fremont Place, an exclusive gated community.
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The grounds also sport a pool for those hot SoCal summers. There are multiple outdoor spaces to entertain in. These include a pergola terrace and many patios.
Inside the mansion is just as impressive. The bottom floor begins with a beautiful entry hall. There is also a sunroom, salon, and formal dining room. Finishing touches such as antique fireplaces and French Empire chandeliers make the spaces elegant. These walls have seen the likes of Clint Eastwood and President Barack Obama.
Upstairs are offices and bedrooms. The primary suite features a fireplace. It opens to an impressive columned deck where one can sit and enjoy the views of the property and gardens. This estate was formerly listed for $13.5 million but is now being sold via auction with reserve. It is just down the street from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the Wilshire Country Club.
