Hollywood’s Troubled Mansion: Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger’s Luxury Home Returns to Market
In a surprising turn of events, actor Chris Pratt and his wife, Katherine Schwarzenegger, have listed their Pacific Palisades mansion for $19.99 million, marking their fifth attempt to sell the luxury home in three years. The couple’s troubled property has been a subject of interest in the real estate world, with several failed listings and price cuts since its initial listing in July 2023 for a whopping $32 million.
A Luxury Home with a Troubled Past
The 13,000-square-foot residence boasts six bedroom suites, 7.5 bathrooms, and large outdoor living spaces with breathtaking views of the surrounding coastal mountains. According to listing agent Shana Tavangarian of Carolwood Estates, the property was custom-built with no expense spared, featuring luxury quality construction, grand scale, and volume throughout. Each room, including the beautiful bedroom suites, exudes immaculate attention to detail, with the finest bespoke finishes.
A Controversial Demolition
The couple’s plans to build their dream home began in 2018, when they bought the Los Angeles plot for $15.6 million. However, their decision to demolish the original midcentury home, designed by respected architect Craig Ellwood in 1950, sparked controversy among architectural preservationists. The Zimmerman House, as it was known, was considered an important example of midcentury modern architecture. Its demolition sparked reactions among California real estate and design professionals, with some labeling it a “tragedy” and a “loss of cultural heritage.”
A New Home in Brentwood
The couple’s plans to leave the Pacific Palisades property began in 2023, when they bought another Los Angeles home in nearby Brentwood for $12.5 million. The new property is closer to Schwarzenegger’s mother, Maria Shriver, and is currently under construction. However, the couple’s decision to demolish the existing Zimmerman House has been met with criticism from those who value architectural preservation.
A Temporary Home in Montecito
While construction continues on the Brentwood property, social media posts suggest that Pratt and Schwarzenegger have been living in a Montecito estate owned by singer Katy Perry and actor Orlando Bloom. Reports that the couple had rented the mansion first appeared in June 2025, and Schwarzenegger has since shared photos on Instagram showing the couple baking naan bread in the property’s distinctive kitchen. The room has vaulted ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and custom shelving.
A Complicated Sales History
The Pacific Palisades home has been listed and relisted several times since 2023, with prices ranging from $32 million to $19.99 million. The couple’s decision to pause the sale in June 2024, after the birth of their third child, Ford, may have contributed to the property’s prolonged stay on the market. The latest listing notes that the property is “unrivaled” and “exemplifies the epitome of luxury living,” with breathtaking views of Los Angeles and close proximity to the beach and mountains.
A New Chapter for the Pacific Palisades Mansion
As the property returns to the market, it remains to be seen whether Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger will find a buyer for their luxury home. With its complex sales history and controversy surrounding the demolition of the original Zimmerman House, the Pacific Palisades mansion is a true enigma in the world of real estate. Will this be the final chapter for the troubled property, or will it continue to be a subject of interest in the world of luxury real estate? Only time will tell.