Celebrity Homes Hit The Market And Some May Surprise You

CALIFORNIA — When it comes to celebrity real estate, it's easy to be a name-dropper. How about Tom Hanks, Nicholas Cage, Diane Keaton - all Oscar winners - and right now there are homes with some connection to them for sale in California.

When it comes to celebrity real estate any link, no matter how thin, helps attract the attention of potential buyers and perhaps drive up the cost of the home.

So below you'll find homes for sale that are owned by actors, actresses and singers; or once owned by them; or former residences of their parents. Take a look at the humble beginnings of Hanks and Gwen Stefani.

See Inside Lady Gaga's Malibu Home That Inspired New Movie

The estate, which includes a secret lair and bowling alley, is where Bradley Cooper and the singer first met to discuss "A Star Is Born."

Right Now Sammy Hagar Drops Asking Price On Mountain Retreat

The Van Halen frontman's unique chateau offers stunning views of Lake Arrowhead, so why can't this be love?

Demi Lovato Lists Bedevilled Hollywood Hills Mansion

Singer Demi Lovato is selling her never-dull Hollywood Hills mansion.

Stockard Channing Lists Mid-Century Modern

When she was playing the first lady on "The West Wing," Stockard Channing bought this home, on Woodrow Wilson Drive.

Explore Nicholas Cage's Former Newport Beach Bayfront Mansion

Actor Nicholas Cage once owned this stunning Bayshore Drive mansion. Look inside and see how the stars live on Newport Bay.

Diane Keaton's Former Oceanfront Laguna Beach Home Yours For $15.9 Million

WOW: Actress Diane Keaton renovated this sumptuously decorated Laguna Beach oceanfront home. Look inside this gasp-worthy celebrity home.

No Doubt Gwen Stefani's Childhood Home A Short Walk To Disneyland

This Anaheim residence is just across Ball and Disneyland Drive, and also happens to be the location of several "No Doubt" videos.

Live On This Alameda Houseboat With A Tom Hanks Connection

A former resident is Amos Hanks, father of acting superstar Tom Hanks, who spent time here with his dad.

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