In the ever-turning pages of real estate history, a luxurious estate in Holmby Hills, previously owned by the late fashion visionary Max Azria, has yet again attracted a buyer. Gimme Shelter reveals this development as another noteworthy episode for the property that once carried an $88 million price tag.
Designed with grand gatherings in mind, the estate was most recently listed for $43.5 million, marking its presence in the market for over a decade. However, the final price for this opulent abode is still under wraps.
Perched on 2.8 acres at 10250 W. Sunset Blvd., the expansive estate has not yet sealed the deal, leaving room for unexpected changes. Still, brokers confirm that it is no longer available for public viewings.
Notably, Jennifer Lopez reportedly viewed the estate with Ben Affleck, and even revisited post-breakup, as a source disclosed to Gimme Shelter with a hint of admiration and potential intent.
Estate Azria, formerly recognized as Maison du Soleil, is highly sought after for its seclusion. The site boasts a Georgian Colonial main residence, crafted in 1939 by the renowned architect Paul Williams, alongside various guest, work, and leisure structures.
Outside, there’s an infinity pool, a glass-enclosed tennis court with stadium seating, a Japanese garden and teahouse, additional Mediterranean gardens, a Moroccan-inspired bathhouse with an authentic hammam, a formal French courtyard and a working greenhouse.
A long, gated driveway leads to the home, which opens to a grand foyer. Design details include parquet wood floors, white paneling, columns, moldings, large entertaining rooms and French doors that open to outdoor terraces and gardens.
Two years ago, billionaire Ron Burkle made a winning $30 million bid for the property at an auction run by Concierge Auctions. But the deal — whose terms were fought over in court — never closed.
Max and Lubov Azria — the third family to own the property in its 87-year history — bought it for $14.4 million in 2005. They first listed it for $85 million in 2015, then raised the price to $88 million in 2016. Max Azria, the Tunisian-born designer known for democratizing fashion with his brand BCBG Max Azria, died in 2019. By 2023, the estate was asking $55 million before dropping to its lowest ask, $39 million, last year.
Williams, the first Black member of the American Institute of Architects, designed the home for “Amos ‘n’ Andy” star Charles Correll for $70,000 in 1939. At 12,000 square feet, it was his largest creation at the time.
His other clients included Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, Frank Sinatra, Tyrone Power and Barbara Stanwyck. He’s also known for his famed revamp of the Beverly Hills Hotel.
In 1978, Oscar-winning writer and novelist Sidney Sheldon — who created “The Patty Duke Show,” “I Dream of Jeannie” and “Hart to Hart” — bought the Sunset estate and reportedly doubled its size before selling it to the Azrias.
The bedrooms are upstairs, overlooking the landscaped grounds. The main suite comes with a marble fireplace, sitting area and walk-in closets.
The estate also features a 6,000-square-foot structure with a home theater, lounge and home office with a gold-leaf ceiling.
The listing brokers are Mauricio Umansky and Farah Levi of The Agency.