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Beverly Hills: Cary Grant’s Iconic Estate Hits Market at $77.5 Million

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A piece of Hollywood royalty has entered today’s luxury real estate market: the former Beverly Hills estate of Golden Age star Cary Grant has been listed for a staggering $77.5 million. Situated on approximately 2.9 acres, the sleek and sophisticated property was completely rebuilt in 2022, replacing the original mid-century structure with a modern architectural marvel.

Grant originally purchased the lot in 1946 for a mere $46,000. His widow, Barbara Jaynes (née Harris), later inherited the home following Grant’s passing in 1986. In 2001, she married real estate investor David Jaynes and together they commissioned the full demolition and reconstruction of the home—driven by Cary Grant’s own admission that the original’s low ceilings and obstructed views were problematic.

The new 15,700-square-foot mansion — built between 2014 and 2022 — exudes contemporary elegance. Floor-to-ceiling steel-framed glass walls and soaring ceilings were prioritized to capture sweeping views from downtown Los Angeles to the Pacific Ocean. Inside, the estate includes six bedrooms, thirteen bathrooms, a home theater, full wine room with custom wood and stainless steel detailing, gym, glam room, and a modern kitchen. The outdoor grounds feature a 52-foot swimming pool, tennis court, and terraces surrounded by meticulously landscaped gardens, including over 100 newly planted trees and white-rose gardens.

Barbara Jaynes, now in her mid-70s, described the property as “serene and peaceful” but noted her desire to downsize as she approaches age 75. Listing agents from Christie’s International Real Estate Southern California and Hilton & Hyland, led by Aaron Kirman, echo optimism: despite broader economic uncertainty, ultra‑luxury homes in Beverly Hills continue to attract serious buyers—evidenced by multiple local sales over $50 million, and even a $90 million-plus deal earlier this year.

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The listing underscores an ongoing trend in the high-end Southern California market: luxury estates commanding record prices even amid a cooling housing environment. Beverly Hills remains a magnet for wealthy buyers seeking landmark properties with privacy, prestige, and expansive views—particularly those offering turnkey, recently built or redesigned features.

As comparisons go, the estate is more modest than megamansions like the $195 million Palazzo di Amore or Bel Air compounds, yet in its own right exemplifies the modern luxury ethos: seamless indoor-outdoor transitions, sustainable landscaping, and meticulous design rooted in cinematic legacy.

In listing Cary Grant’s estate at $77.5 million now, the Jayneses are not only selling a house—they are offering a narrative steeped in history, Hollywood glamour, and contemporary form. With Beverly Hills continuing to dominate the ultra-high-end segment of California’s real estate—and inventory for such trophy properties relatively limited—the home is poised to attract deep-pocketed collectors and global elite seeking not only views and amenities, but cultural resonance

 

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