Real Estate

Dodgers Co-Owner Lists W.C. Fields Estate For $15 Million

The mansion has been home to A-list comedians, entertainers, industry figures and athletes.

HOLLYWOOD, CA — Dodgers co-owner Bobby Patton has just listed a historic property in Los Feliz, asking $15 million. The estate was previously owned by W.C. Fields, the abrasive comedian who was active in the silent movie era in the 1920s and 1930s.

The spacious mansion features large terraces and balconies, with grand hallways and courtyards for you to stroll in peace. The estate also features original design and details, combined with modern appliances and amenities to bring the 1920s to the present.

The 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom mansion is on the market for $15 million. See more of the house below.

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  • Address: 2015 DE Mille Dr, Los Angeles, California
  • Price: $15,000,000
  • Square Feet: 8010
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4 Full and 2 Half Baths
  • Built: 1920
  • Features: The W.C. Fields Estate. A legendary masterpiece in the heart of exclusive, celebrity-filled and gated Laughlin Park. On 2/3 of an acre and set among some of the most important homes in Los Angeles, 2015 De Mille Drive is a celebration of Hollywood's Golden Age. Italianate architecture, influenced by the Beaux-Arts movement, fits effortlessly into the Southern California vernacular. Perfect proportions / scale create a sense of ease and comfort throughout. Original design and details, including antique mahogany paneling and woodwork from a Spanish monastery, merge w/ modern amenities to create a harmonious and updated floor plan for today's living. Large terraces, balconies, and walled courtyards evoke the romanticism of the time and capture the stunning views. Architect W.M. Clarke created the ultimate flow and California living experience by focusing on the relationship between the interiors of the home and the outdoor spaces. Expansive grounds and gardens, rumored to have been designed by Lloyd Wright, are the backdrop of this esteemed residence. Mature trees and established plants provide privacy for the glamorous swimming pool. Glass solarium floats above the city. For 100 years, the home has played host to noted actors of the time, industry elite, and heads of the sports and entertainment world. This trophy property is ready for its next custodian.

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.

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