A home with star quality: New Orleans townhouse once owned by Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie lists for starting bid of $1M

A chic New Orleans mansion once owned by the world's most famous warring exes can be purchased for just $1 million.

The former home of power couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie has entered Louisiana's luxury housing market, having previously been part of the duo's sprawling real estate portfolio.

The lavish mansion was purchased in 2006, the year after 'Brangelina' met on Mr and Mrs Smith's film set. It features a number of elite amenities and is found in the city's iconic French Quarter.

And with New Orleans neighbors including Beyonce and Jay Z, Sandra Bullock and John Goodman, the hotspot's new owners will want to prepare an offer quickly.

Built in 1828, this luxury New Orleans mansion was once owned by Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie at the height of their 'Brangelina' fame

The mansion is located in the chic French Quarter neighborhood, close to other A-listers in the area, including Beyonce, Jay Z, Sandra Bullock and John Goodman.

Filled with luxurious amenities and stylish finishes, the mansion's 7,700-square-foot mansion was renovated in 2017

Although the property is complete with modern furnishings, it has been designed to retain the classic Parisian style, including a sleek white and cream theme and spiral staircases.

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie bought the house in 2006, a year after meeting on the film set of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, and sold it during their high-profile split in 2016.

Built in 1828, the mansion covers more than 7,700 square feet, and despite its renovation in 2017, the house has retained its long-standing Parisian style.

While the exterior may seem classic, the interior is filled with lavish amenities, including marble fireplaces, crystal chandeliers, and a private gym.

The mansion is greeted by a gated driveway, which opens to a grand foyer leading to a beautiful living room and gourmet chef's kitchen.

While the more comfortable spaces are complete with Venetian plaster walls and fireplaces, the sleek kitchen features multiple marble countertops, a wine cooler, a sub-zero refrigerator and a pantry.

The lavish marble finishes are also featured in the owner's suite, which also includes antique sconces and a balcony overlooking the New Orleans landscape.

The enviable property is sure to attract visitors, as the home also comes with four guest bedrooms and an exclusive three-story guesthouse, complete with a spiral staircase and a gym.

There are also several other balconies spread throughout the rest of the house, offering views of the city's most popular spots, such as the French Market and Bourbon Street.

The property is steps away from Bourbon Street and the French Market in New Orleans, one of the most sought after places in Louisiana

The dining room is finished with sleek Venetian plaster walls and a black marble mantelpiece

For those expecting guests, staying in the three-story guest house offers the use of an on-site gym

The sleek kitchen features multiple marble countertops, a wine cooler, a sub-zero refrigerator and a pantry

The site in the French Quarter district covers more than 10 meters of front space, in an area where famous actor John Goodman also regularly takes to the streets

While some rooms are filled with luxurious amenities, the bedrooms are characterized by a classic style

The master suite also has its own fireplace and the chance to stay in the same room as one of the world's most famous celebrity couples

When Pitt and Jolie bought the house in 2006, they planned to use it as a base for their Make It Right Foundation, one of the charities they set up to put their fortune to good use.

'Brangelina' is not the only famous residents; famed music producer Cosimo Matassa previously used it as a studio when he recorded R&B greats like Ray Charles

It's clear why a slew of A-listers have also purchased homes in the area, with actor John Goodman reportedly a common sight on the streets of the French Quarter.

The house itself also has a celebrity history that extends beyond its most famous residents, as famed producer Cosimo Matassa used it as a studio when he recorded R&B greats like Ray Charles.

When Pitt and Jolie bought the house in 2006, they reportedly planned to use it as a base for their Make It Right Foundation, one of the charities they set up to put their fortune to good use.

The foundation was involved in the reconstruction of houses in the area devastated by Hurricane Katrina.

It was sold during the couple's high-profile split in 2016 and has now re-entered the market with a starting bid of just $1 million.

The house is being auctioned by Interluxe Auctions.

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