The former home of NBA great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar hit the market for just under $3 million and still includes special features designed for his 7’2 height.
The former Abdul-Jabbar property, located in Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, has four bedrooms and three bathrooms.
Only one of 12 in an exclusive gated community, the home enjoys a prime location across from the Ritz Carlton and the California Yacht Club.
The 77-year-old former Lakers star, considered one of the greatest basketball players in history, owned the home from 2011 to 2021, and the design took into account its lofty structure with several features to accommodate it.
Throughout the property, doors were expanded along with other modifications to ensure your comfort and peace of mind, reports Luxury property news.
NBA icon Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home hit the market for just under $3 million
The former Lakers star, 77, owned the Los Angeles home from 2011 to 2021.
Other features include a large jetted tub and shower, as well as higher counters.
Downstairs, a spacious open floor plan connects the large living room and formal dining room to a stellar kitchen, complete with granite counters, a spacious island, custom cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances.
On the second level there are hardwood floors and a stunning master suite with a fireplace, a huge walk-in closet, and a fantastic private balcony overlooking the nearby marina.
The luxurious spa-like bathroom includes double vanities, plus a separate jetted tub and steam shower.
A third floor offers an additional bedroom perfect for a home office, with another patio offering views of the Ritz Carlton and the marina.
An oversized garage offers space for two cars and four additional outside parking spaces.
Additional features include a whole-house water filtration system, automatic lighting, and a security system with monitored/remote access cameras.
It still includes special features designed for Abdul-Jabbar’s 7’2 height, such as enlarged doors.
The property features hardwood floors and a stunning master suite with fireplace.
The luxurious spa-inspired bathroom includes dual vanities and a freestanding jetted tub.
The open floor plan connects a large living room and dining room with a stellar kitchen.
The third floor offers an additional bedroom perfect for a stylish home office.
The kitchen is complete with granite counters, a spacious island, and custom cabinetry.
The list – which appears in The ten best real estate offers – is held by James Allen of Compass for $2.995 million.
Abdul-Jabbar was a six-time NBA MVP throughout his legendary career and broke the league’s all-time scoring record in 1984, which he held for nearly 40 years until LeBron James surpassed it in 2023.
After winning an NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks in 1971, the center won five more during his famous time with the Lakers, before ending his career in 1989.
He also enjoyed assistant coaching roles with the LA Clippers and Lakers, while briefly taking charge of the Oklahoma Storm in the short-lived United States Basketball League.
