🌊 Cali’s Most Expensive Home Sale

June 26, 2024

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What Up Family?

Welcome to The Edit with Aaron Seawood, a lifestyle letter serving a weekly dose of real estate, culture, and wisdom—all in three minutes or less. Let’s dive in. 

 

Real Estate Remix 

Big news for my Cali residents! My home state made history this past weekend as a $210M Malibu home purchase shattered records for the most expensive home sale in history. The seller was Oakley founder, James Jannard, and tops the previous record Jay-Z and Bey set ($200M). Jannard made a good investment decision, buying the home for a “mere” $75M in 2012. The mansion is a whopping 19,340 SF and boasts 8 bedrooms, 13 baths, tennis courts, a formal rose garden, a putting green, and 300 feet of pristine California shoreline. Sales like this certainly impact the market and set a new standard for luxury prices moving forward, with Malibu leading the pack. 

 

NYC Insider: What’s Happening This Week 

This Sunday is an epic block party celebrating the 35th Anniversary of Spike Lee’s Do The Right Thing! For those who haven’t seen the film, it shifted culture in 1989 with a bird’s eye view of society and race relations and is a must-watch! The party is in Bed-Stuy on Do the Right Thing Way—between Quincy and Lexington Ave—in the same place where the movie was filmed. It’s going to be iconic. There’ll be live music, performers, and a few celebrity appearances (including me lol). Who’s rollin?! 

Also, happy Pride, fam! 🏳️‍🌈 If you’re looking for a roundup of Pride events happening this weekend—from educational events like museum exhibits to parties, parades, and celebrations—find it here. 

 

Weekly Gem 💎

Time Heals Almost Everything  

This gem is heavy because it’s only when you’ve lived a certain amount of life that you can speak to this with some authority. Barring violations or the loss of a loved one, time passing is what gives you a fresh perspective—whether it takes weeks, months, or years. It provides a lens that enables you to see things differently. Time doesn’t automatically solve everything, but it certainly helps heal, as you find space to reflect and process ‘out of the moment.’ In my many years of living, I’ve learned that time heals almost everything…just give it time!

 

New, Custom-Built Townhome in Brooklyn Heights

Listed by my friends and Compass colleagues, Noah Plener and Tamara Abir

A truly noteworthy home, 170 Clinton St is a uniquely large (25.5 x 105) lot tucked away on a tree-lined street in Brooklyn Heights. After undergoing a custom renovation by the highly sought-after developer, ECKSTRØM, the finished product is sure to be one of the most special homes in the landmarked historic district. It’s currently listed for $13,980,000. Here are the features: 

• Five stories, 7 beds, 6.5 baths, 7,170 SF, plus a light-filled, finished lower level with gym, sauna, and rec space.
• Some of the best outdoor spaces you will find in Brooklyn Heights: an extra wide backyard outfitted with an outdoor kitchen, a terraced primary suite overlooking the garden, a huge setback terrace on the 3rd floor, and a finished roof deck with incredible views.
• A discreet elevator carried through from the lower level to the top floor.
• Huge glass openings on the rear facade allow fantastic light throughout.
• Stunning views into the picturesque gardens of Sidney Place.
• Who wants a tour?

 

Before you go…

🪑: BK just got its newest vintage furniture store. This style is on my wave, I can’t wait to check it out. 

🎨: The best outdoor art in the city this summer. “Travelers” will have you do a double take, “Wild Couch Party” is a vibe, and the sculpture exhibition in Harlem is dope. 

🎵: No new releases got my attention, so here’s what I’m listening to today: Nirvana’s Nevermind. Whenever I need to make sh!t happen, Smells Like Teen Spirit is my go-to. What’s yours?

🍸 A guide to New York’s drinks of the summer… where are you heading?! 

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