CBS San Francisco reported, citing the Wall Street Journal, that Robin Williams’ Napa Valley estate sold for $18.1 million. The report was published in January 2016, nearly a year and a half after the actor’s death. It was first listed in 2012 for $35 million.
The former home of one of the world’s best-loved comedians has a new owner. The sale took years and a steep price cut to close.
Celebrity homes may steal the headlines, but this story is about more than a famous name. It tells you how low a big number can get. It also shows that even a rare, beautiful property can sit a long time waiting for the right buyer. It’s a useful reminder for young readers who dream of owning a home someday. Prices aren’t set in stone; timing, buyers, and demand all play a role. So, the next time you see a big price tag on a famous home, remember this sale. The first number you see is not necessarily the number on the final deal.
Why Williams still matters to fans
Doubtfire, and he also won an Academy Award for Good Will Hunting . For many millennials, Robin Williams was part of growing up. He voiced the Genie in Aladdin , played Mrs. It is a fittingly bittersweet ending, since the house was named for smiles and its owner made many people laugh.
Williams died on August 11, 2014. At that time, the estate was still unsold, and it was reported sold in January 2016.
