Beck’s Former Mediterranean-Style Retreat Lists For $8M

Built in 1928, the Los Angeles home features hand-painted ceilings, stained-glass windows, and an ivy-covered courtyard.

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Throughout the years, Grammy award–winner Beck has owned several properties around Los Angeles, including this renovated 1920s estate in Hancock Park. The singer-songwriter bought the six-bedroom home in 2002 and sold it three years later for $4,200,000. Now, the 6,568-square-foot residence is back on the market, with the current owner seeking $7,999,000. 

All of the home's public spaces have access to the central courtyard, allowing a seamless flow for entertaining.

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

Featuring an expansive living room lined with chandeliers and a hand-painted ceiling, the historic estate also includes a formal dining area, a well-stocked library with paneled walls, and a whitewashed kitchen with hand-painted floors. Stained-glass windows and wrought-iron accents tie the home to its Mediterranean–inspired roots, while the central courtyard facilitates easy entertaining. Scroll ahead to take a peek inside.

The courtyard's spacious outdoor sitting area is located right off the main kitchen. 

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

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Near the pool is a detached guesthouse, which features a kitchen, dining area, and living room.

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

When entering the home, guests are led to the elegant living room through a turreted entry. 

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

Full of chandeliers, the living room also features a hand-painted ceiling, which has been meticulously restored. This room can be seen via the Juliet balcony upstairs.

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

The bright and airy kitchen is comprised of Miele and Sub-Zero appliances.

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

Along with a plush banquette, the whitewashed kitchen also features hand-painted floors.

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

The paneled library leads to another family room, wired for theatre sound.

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

Large windows lining the home allow plenty of natural light to illuminate the interiors.

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

A quiet sitting area nestled in one of the corners of the home offers an idyllic place to relax.

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

In total, the estate features six bedrooms, including a master suite which leads to a rounded writer's nook and private balcony.

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

A look at one of the seven bathrooms.

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

An aerial view of the home.

Photo by Gabriel Felix, courtesy of Compass

The home's floor plan.

Courtesy of Compass

511 South Arden Boulevard is currently listed for $7,999,000 by Jill Galloway of Compass. 

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