Ellen DeGeneres Sells Midcentury Bungalow in Montecito for $5.2 Million: Take A Peek Inside

Ellen DeGeneres Sells Midcentury Bungalow in Montecito for $5.2 Million: Take A Peek Inside.

Ellen DeGeneres and her wife, Portia De Rossi, have made another significant move in the real estate world, selling their charming midcentury bungalow in Montecito for an impressive $5.2 million. The couple had purchased the property in late 2020 for $2.9 million, making a remarkable profit of $2.3 million after just a little over four years. This sale marks yet another successful chapter in their ongoing real estate ventures that have earned them a reputation for flipping properties at a substantial profit.

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Located in the coveted Butterfly Beach area of Montecito, the petite bungalow spans approximately 1,700 square feet and was built in 1954. Its design offers the perfect balance of classic midcentury architecture combined with modern, Bali-inspired touches. The house sits on a nearly half-acre lot at the end of a private driveway, shared with three other homes.

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Inside, the home features vaulted ceilings with whitewashed exposed beams, creating an airy and open ambiance. The light-filled, open-concept living space includes a cozy fireside living room, a dining area, and a kitchen outfitted with high-end stainless steel appliances and Portuguese limestone countertops, making it the perfect space for entertaining.

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The home also includes a small guest bedroom, a full bath, and a laundry room just off the kitchen. The primary retreat, located at the end of the hallway, is a serene space offering a private patio, a walk-in closet, and a spa-like bath featuring a soaking tub and access to a secluded, walled courtyard.

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Outside, an enclosed patio adds further charm with a fire pit and a tranquil water feature, providing the perfect environment for relaxing outdoors. A carport in front ensures ample parking space. The combination of extensive renovations and its prime location made this bungalow a highly sought-after property, with the sale price going beyond the asking price of just under $5 million.

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Ellen and Portia’s recent real estate endeavors have caught the attention of many, particularly after they went on a property-buying spree in the Santa Barbara area. After selling a Beverly Hills mansion for a stunning $45 million to a San Francisco-based venture capitalist, they picked up several other properties, including a $49 million compound previously owned by comedian Dennis Miller and a $14.3 million ranch that had once been theirs, repurchased from Tinder founder Sean Rad.

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Their ability to flip these properties for considerable profits has made them a well-known duo in the real estate world. The sale of the Montecito bungalow for $5.2 million is yet another feather in their cap.

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However, while their real estate ventures continue to thrive, the couple has been making headlines for their personal move to the UK. Ellen and Portia are rumored to be looking at a new, modern house in the Cotswolds after facing issues with flooding and backlash from neighbors regarding construction work at their $18 million farmhouse in the U.K.

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The couple’s move across the Atlantic seems to be a new chapter in their lives, despite having substantial ties to the Santa Barbara area, where they still own several properties, including a $32 million Roman-style estate, Pompeiian Court, in Montecito. The estate was repurchased last year as part of a property swap deal with billionaire mining magnate Robert Friedland.

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As they continue to build their impressive portfolio of properties, the sale of this bungalow shows that their real estate investments are not only lucrative but also reflect a lifestyle of refined taste and design. Their success in flipping homes, from the Montecito bungalow to the $55 million compound they sold earlier, showcases their uncanny ability to make the right investments at the right time. It’s clear that their move to the U.K. won’t slow down their financial success anytime soon.

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With a reputation for finding and transforming stunning properties, Ellen and Portia’s future is bright, both in the U.K. and in the real estate world. As they embark on their new life overseas, it’s evident that their sharp instincts and lucrative investments will continue to secure their place among the most successful celebrity property investors.

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Their ability to sell homes for significant profit, such as the Montecito bungalow, only solidifies their status as real estate moguls with a flair for stylish, profitable properties. As they move forward, there's little doubt that Ellen and Portia's financial future will remain as vibrant as their past achievements.