Australian pro basketball star Ben Simmons tries to offload his California mansion by slashing millions from the price tag
Australian NBA star Ben Simmons has slashed $6 million in the price of a California retreat he has been trying to pay off for two years.
Located in a gated community in Hidden Hills, 28 miles from Los Angles, the sprawling seven-bedroom ultra-modern ‘ranch’ first hit the market in 2022 for an eye-watering $32.5 million (approximately US$23 million).
The 27-year-old Brooklyn Nets champion, who famously dated model Kendall Jenner, is now hoping for a sale after listing it for $26,820,884 (approximately $17,495,000).
Located on 1.5 acres in a secluded gated community, the mansion will go under the hammer next month, with bidding expected to start between $7 million and $12 million, reports Domain.
Simmons purchased the property in 2021 for $23.3 million (US$17.5 million).
Australian basketball player Ben Simmons has cut millions off the price of his California retreat that he has been trying to pay off for years. Located in Hidden Hills, 28 miles from Los Angles, the sprawling home first hit the market in 2022 for an eye-watering $32.5 million
The 27-year-old Brooklyn Nets champion (pictured) is now hoping for a sale after putting his mansion up for sale for $26,820,884
One of Los Angeles’ most exclusive suburbs, Hidden Hills is home to retired basketball player Dwyane Wade and his wife Gabrielle Union, rappers Drake and Lil Wayne, and of course the Kardashian family.
With double vaulted ceilings and spacious open space, the Melbourne-born NBA star is a glorious trophy home.
The first floor opens up to a minimalistically designed open kitchen and living room, equipped with high-quality appliances.
Highlights include walls of glass and an array of large chandeliers.
There is also a custom copper fireplace.
Situated on 1.5 acres (0.607 ha) in a secluded gated community, the mansion will go under the hammer next month.
One of Los Angeles’ most exclusive suburbs, Hidden Hills is home to retired basketball player Dwyane Wade and his wife Gabrielle Union, rappers Drake and Lil Wayne, and of course the Kardashian family.
Other highlights include a swimming pool, entertainment deck with fire pit and built-in barbecue.
There are seven spacious bedrooms, including the master bedroom on the second floor overlooking the pool, as well as eight bathrooms.
The Simmons estate also has a very impressive guesthouse, a marble-clad bathroom and a private plunge pool.
Luxury extensions include a home cinema, music studio and gym.
With double vaulted ceilings and spacious open space, the Melbourne-born NBA star is a glorious trophy home.
It comes after Simmons’ NBA career has been significantly hampered by injuries since he was drafted first overall in 2016 and missed his entire rookie season due to a foot injury.
His health problems continued, with back and knee injuries leading to significant absences, including being sidelined for the entire 2021–22 season and parts of other seasons.
Despite a brief return to form, recurring back problems continued to haunt Simmons, limiting his playing time and causing him to be ruled out for the season several times, most recently in the 2023–24 season after playing just 15 games.