Real Estate
Kobe Bryant's Childhood Wynnewood Home Sells For $810K
The childhood home of late NBA legend Kobe Bryant features the original basketball hoop he practiced with as a Lower Merion high schooler.
WYNNEWOOD, PA — After being listed for sale for about two months, Kobe Bryant's childhood home in Wynnewood has sold.
The 1224 Remington Road home in Wynnewood was initially listed for $899,000
It featured the original basketball hoop in the driveway that the late NBA great practiced with as a member of the Lower Merion Aces basketball team. Bryant led the Aces to their first state championship in 1996, his senior year.
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According to Realtor.com, the home sold for $810,000.
The five-time NBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist died at 41 years old in a helicopter crash on Jan. 26 in Orange County, California. Bryant's daughter Gianna, 13, six other passengers, and the pilot also died in the crash.
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See the full listing from Realtor.com below:
- Address: 1224 Remington Rd, Wynnewood, Pennsylvania
- Price: $0
- Square Feet: 3434
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3 Full and 1 Half Baths
- Built: 1957
- Features: Welcome Home to 1224 Remington Road. This beautiful Colonial has been meticulously maintained and is located in the heart of Wynnewood - close to shopping, dining, and you'll love the easy commute into Philadelphia. Enjoy over 3, 000 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a large bonus room! Make your way up the circular drive and notice the serene landscaping and gorgeous flowerbeds. Upon entering the home you're greeted with a large living room that leads to the dining area. The kitchen boasts granite countertops and custom maple cabinets. Sliding glass doors lead out to the back patio overlooking the awesome AstroTurf yard - the private and serene setting is also accessible through the den. Speaking of the den...sit back, relax, and enjoy a program or book by the fireplace. This space also features a half bathroom. The lower level bonus room is a great additional space. Every home has a story to tell and this one is not to be missed. It happens to be the former home of beloved NBA superstar Kobe Bryant. He spent his teenage years living at 1224 Remington and attended Lower Merion High School from1992 - 1996. He took the basketball scene by storm and led his high school team to a state championship. The home's most significant feature is Kobe's basketball hoop in the driveway where he spent countless hours perfecting his craft. Please help us keep Kobe's legacy and memory alive by learning more about The Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation.
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