Love the ‘Lodi Bunkhouse’: Modern and Innovative Napa Valley Retreat for $5.2M

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An innovative, modern retreat in Saint Helena, CA, is on the market for $5.2 million. The warehouse space was converted from a cooperage (a place where barrels are made) into a family compound.

The award-winning design by was created by San Francisco–based firm Kuth Ranieri Architects about 15 years ago, and dubbed the “Lodi Bunkhouse.”

The current owners purchased the getaway in 2011 for $1.45 million, according to property records. They completely renovated the home in 2014, opening up and modernizing the space, which now includes resort-style grounds.

The original design of the exterior windows was also updated. Many had been clad in semitransparent fiberglass, which has since been removed to let the sunlight in. 

The 4,799-square-foot home on 1.16 acres retains many original details, including the exposed wood beams throughout.

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“The home is perfect for anyone who wants to escape city life and immerse themselves in wine country culture,” says listing agent David Grega. The glass-enclosed space is nestled among orchards, and sits alongside the vineyards and pond of a neighboring property. 

It’s also perfect for a buyer who appreciates an industrial-chic space. 

The open concept features 20-foot-high ceilings, and incorporates glass, concrete, metal, tresses, and wood crossbeams. There are four en suite bedrooms: Three are in a row (bunkhouse style) on the main floor, and the second-floor master suite comes with a private balcony, sitting area, dual-vanity bath, and an office.

Entertaining areas include a chef’s kitchen, family room with a concrete and steel fireplace, and great room. There’s also a media room, dining and living room, and a glass loft with balcony. The wine cellar is on the lower level. 

The large white space and lighting are designed to showcase artwork, as you can see in the listing photos of the owner’s collection. 

The newly landscaped grounds include a one-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse, as well as a pool and spa, patio, outdoor kitchen, and orchard.

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Escape to Switzerland in This Fairy Tale-Inspired Cincinnati Chalet

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A lucky buyer will be living her best fairy-tale life in this enchanted Swiss chalet–style mansion in Cincinnati.

Listed for $549,000, the 4,407-square-foot, three-bedroom home was sold in a matter of days—and it’s easy to see why. The exterior is jaw-dropping: decorative pink, yellow, and green banding and the white-outlined brackets stand stark against a dark background.

But it’s the interior that truly feels fantastical.

“It’s probably the most unique home in the city,” says listing agent Connie Greene. The spacious foyer with its swooping staircase is deserving of Rapunzel. A curvaceous balcony rings the foyer’s second floor, and the box-beam ceiling makes the expansive space cozy. Even in summer, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’re at the top of a snowcapped Swiss mountain.

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Snow White would also feel right at home here, on the roomy wooden balcony with a unique black lattice railing. One bedroom features a purple baseboard and matching fireplace mantel—all it needs now is a four-poster bed and a killer chandelier for a fairy-tale ambiance.

But despite the home’s many excellent features, the space desperately needs an update. The interior decor appears dated. Red tile floors, wooden walls, and blue-laminate countertops make the kitchen feel dowdy. The bathrooms look like they haven’t been updated since the ’80s. Small, cosmetic details like scratched wood floors and dirty fireplaces are hard to ignore.

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The backyard pool is currently in shambles—peeling liner, fallen leaves, and all—but a makeover would transform the yard into a gorgeous entertaining space. A grove of trees offers privacy, and the sizable stone patio could easily accommodate lounge areas.

Cincinnati architect Lucian Plympton, who was instrumental in bringing the Swiss chalet style to the city, designed the home for a love-struck couple.

“They went to Switzerland on their honeymoon, came back, and then commissioned [Plympton] to build this home as a reminder of their trip,” says Greene.

Instead of traditional nail-and-wood construction, the upper stories are built of thick timbers and joined by 3,000 pegs—all of which were handmade.

“The woodworking is like none other,” Greene says.

The distinctive home was featured twice in Inland Architect and multiple times in the Cincinnati Enquirer. With some tweaks, this Ohio masterpiece could be a modern Swiss chalet worthy of being in today’s best architectural mags.

After a few updates, all a new owner will need to feel entirely European is snow, a steaming cup of hot chocolate, and the collected works of the Brothers Grimm.

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This KC-area ZIP code is the 8th-hottest in the nation

Overland Park has the No. 8 spot on Realtor.com's new ranking of the "Hottest ZIP Codes for 2018," which are derived from an analysis of 32,000 ZIP codes. The website released its annual list of the hottest ZIP codes Wednesday. It ranks locations based on the time it takes properties sell and how frequently homes are viewed on Realtor.com in each ZIP code. Homes in the top 10 ZIP codes sell in about 20 days — 46 days faster than the national average. Homes in Overland Park's 66210 ZIP code are…

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Home sale of the week: His & her baths, sundeck, built-ins featured in this $1.3M house

The costliest home sold in Central Florida the week of Sept. 16-22 was 9338 Bentley Park Circle in Orlando. It sold for  $1.275 million, or $202 per square foot, according to the Orlando Regional Realtor Association. The 6,327-square-foot, 5-bedroom home has 5 en-suite bathrooms and walk-in closets. It was built in 1990 on 0.57 acres, according to the Orange County Property Appraiser. The two-story home's foyer has 23-foot ceilings leading to a formal living room with travertine floors and…

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You’ll Never Guess Which U.S. City Has the Most Annoying Neighbors

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Let’s get real: Even if you love a house, you’ll hate living there if it sits next to annoying neighbors—and it turns out that these irritating inhabitants are flourishing in certain cities more than others.

To pinpoint where neighborly tensions are at their worst, renovation site ImproveNet polled residents in 24 cities across the U.S. about whether their neighbors annoy them, and one particular place topped the list: Dallas. Honorable mentions went to Miami and Austin, TX, while the city with the least annoying neighbors was Minneapolis, followed by Portland, OR, and Atlanta.

What were the things that grated most on respondents’ nerves? Topping the list were loud music, voices, and parties. But it turns out, there’s plenty of irritation to go around. Complaints also ranged from smelly pets to suspected newspaper theft, parking disputes to unannounced visits. Even over-the-top holiday decorations and “general grumpiness” made the list.

So how did Dallas win the dubious honor of Most Annoying Neighbor Capitol of them all?

Why annoying neighbors abound in Dallas

Experts at ImproveNet theorize that the climate in the Big D may play a role in the number of annoying neighbors, since most irritating cities are in warm regions, where outdoor parties and barbecues prevail. But local culture and customs may be to blame, too.

“Dallas is a city where we do everything big! I can’t deny that,” admits Dallas real estate agent Sheryl English at EXP Realty. “That noise comes from parties and festivals, but some other things are also a little over the top—pesky HOAs, road construction, even lawn mowers running at 7 a.m. You name it, we do it.”

“I guess Texas is just ‘loud and proud’ in general,” says Paige Elliott, a real estate agent at Elliott & Elliott Group, Dave Perry–Miller Real Estate. Plus, “outdoor living is still a must-have for homeowners and buyers in Dallas.”

Culture and climate aside, the actual housing stock may drive tensions, too.

“It could be that in hotter climates, neighbors are outside more and causing noise; but it seems more likely that larger cities where neighbors live close—in attached townhouses, condos, apartments—have more neighborhood issues,” says Ruth Rye, a real estate agent in Alabama. However, “I also noticed that the true Southern cities where most of the citizens were raised in the South—Savannah, Charleston, Mobile, Memphis—are not on the list. These are places where polite behavior is expected.”

How to avoid annoying neighbors when buying a home

So if you’re trying to buy in Dallas—or anywhere, really—what can you do to steer clear of these irritating inhabitants?

“I tell buyers interested in a particular neighborhood or community to drive the neighborhood at various times of the day and night to see what really goes on,” says English. Even better, “talk to the neighbors. I usually talk to the neighbors when doing an open house or showing. This has been helpful and beneficial to buyers in the purchase process to avoid unwanted surprises.”

“If you are about to spend a lot of money to buy a house, take five minutes to see who is next door,” says Tyler Weinrich, a landlord and agent in Oklahoma. “Ask them about the area, and they will usually talk forever about it.”

Talking to your potential neighbors may not only help you suss out just how miserable you’ll be living next to them, it may even offer up some insider info about the home you’re hoping to buy.

“My wife and I were looking for a home recently and found this awesome remodel in an area where we had always wanted to live,” recalls Weinrich. “She was a little worried about the neighbor, though—his house was in disrepair and he was sitting on the porch with no shirt on, looking disheveled. So after our viewing, I went up and talked to him. Turns out he is really nice and has lived in that home for 40 years. He knew about the history of the house we were looking at, told us about past foundation issues, and the work the sellers had done—or hadn’t.”

After inquiring with the sellers further about these foundation flaws, Weinrich decided to not buy the house.

“Speaking with the neighbors is always a good idea,” he says.

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Florida Castle Creates a ‘Frenzy’ and Lands on Top of Most Popular Homes

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Bend the knee: A Florida fortress known as “The Castle” is this week’s most popular property on realtor.com®. Once the product of a visionary builder, it changed hands over the years and most recently served as … a halfway house.

Not quite what you’d expect from a regal residence, but the irony may have helped propel the place into our top spot.

Due to budget cuts, the castle is now on the auction block, with a $150,000 starting bid. If the buyers are lucky enough to snag the place at that price, they’ll only be paying $35 per square foot.

This week’s runner-up is a tropical retreat far, far away from Florida. A glass-and-wood contemporary on Maui features coastal and ocean views, indoor-outdoor space, and an equestrian center. Aloha!

Other homes making their mark this week include an updated Eichler in the Bay Area, the mansion of troubled former NFL star Aldon Smith, and a futuristic Malibu abode seen on “Star Trek: The Next Generation.”

Boldly go along with us as we count down all of this week’s most popular properties…

10. 4020 Higuera Highland Ln, San Jose, CA

Price: $2,998,000
Why it’s here: Former NFL star Aldon Smith, a top linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers and Oakland Raiders who has had a slew of run-ins with the law in recent years, is still searching for a buyer for his Bay Area home. The custom-built 2007 mansion in the foothills of south San Jose came on the market in June and recently had a half-million dollars sliced from its asking price.

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9. 711 NW 17th St, Oklahoma City, OK

Price: $540,000
Why it’s here: Oklahoma! Known as the Pierce Residence, this historic Craftsman from 1912 offers three floors, a grand entry, a loft, and a music room. The master suite includes a fireplace, three closets, and a sitting area. The backyard includes an original carriage house with a guest bedroom.

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8. 936 Olympus Ct, Sunnyvale, CA

Price: $2,748,000
Why it’s here: It’s a Mid-Century Modern masterpiece. This Eichler design—built by Claude Oakland—is a double A-frame with a number of signature features, including a spacious floor plan, private open-air atrium, and a living/dining area with floor-to-ceiling glass. And we must confess our love for the orange front door. It’s the pop of color that will likely welcome in a buyer in no time.

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7. 6351 W Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg, CA

Price: $14,995,000
Why it’s here: Live the dream, buy a vineyard! The Black Ranch comes with 106 acres, three residences, four cabins, a large shop, creek frontage, and about 70 acres of vineyards. This property has been in the same family since the 1870s, and the next owner can build a new legacy. We’ll drink to that.

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6. 790 E Northcliffe Dr N, Salt Lake City, UT

Price: $1,060,000
Why it’s here: This time capsule from 1973 also comes with a tie to history. It was designed by Joseph H. Young, the great-grandson of Brigham Young. The residence is a “vision of symmetry and balance,” including matching garages on each wing. The home includes walls of glass, a domed skylight, and two wraparound decks. The interior is untouched, “primed and prepped for a new era of life.” Translation: Be ready to renovate.

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5. 27553 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 

Price: $5,695,000
Why it’s here: Here’s your prime directive: Live in the futuristic home as seen on season 3 of “Star Trek: The Next Generation.” Designed by Ellis David Gelman, the well-maintained and playful space features “four eclectic bedrooms,” an ocean-view terrace, and lavender and rose gardens spread over 2 acres.

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4. 640 Oaklawn Dr, Metairie, LA

Price: $234,000
Why it’s here: The adorable brick home from 1968 is filled with updates. The layout includes lots of light and the renovated kitchen has granite counters. A bonus room off the kitchen could be a formal dining area, play area, or office, and the huge backyard is ideal for entertaining. 

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3. 66 Meadowhawk Ln, Las Vegas, NV

Price: $4,880,000
Why it’s here: Built in 2014, this home offers a chance to snag a “barely lived-in” contemporary in “absolutely perfect condition” throughout. The open floor plan features a huge glass door that completely opens from the great room to the yard, for easy access to the outdoors and the pool. Other features include an elevator, a wine cellar, and a large loft, plus golf course views.

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2. 140 Kulanani Pl, Kula, HI 

Price: $2,688,000
Why it’s here: This modern masterpiece in the mountains of Maui is a blend of glass, metal, and wood. Built in 2004, the equestrian estate comes with coastline and ocean views.The layout features a light-filled great room, with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that expand the living space outside. The decks and lanai are made from sustainable materials. The property also includes a three-stall stable attached to a guesthouse, plus riding ring and pastures.  

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1. 35429 Marguerite Ave, Fruitland Park, FL

Price: $150,000 (starting bid)
Why it’s here: Get your auction paddles ready! Built in 1982, this home, dubbed “The Castle,” will go to the highest bidder, as-is, in a cash auction. Opening bid? A measly $150,000. The rather imposing chateau offers six bedrooms and four bathrooms, including an in-law suite. 

The six-bedroom stone fortress was hand-built by Jack Gould and his wife, Barbara. According to a news story in 1991, Gould had a vision of a castle from the age of 7. As an adult he bought the land, and over nine years built the dream house largely himself.

Visitors are greeted with a carriage port and enter the home through a solid oak door that weighs 1,000 pounds.

Once construction was complete, the couple became interested in other projects (apparently to build a high-speed helicopter) and put the property on the market. 

In 1995, it was purchased by the current owners, a ministry, which used the space not for royalty, but for “pastors who needed a respite,” says listing agent Mark Dyer. But for the last three years, the space has served as a halfway house for people released from prison. Budget cuts have led to the end of the program, and the ministry is now ready to sell.

Despite some neglect, details include wood accents, door-and-window moldings, a wood-paneled library, a huge living room, a large kitchen, and two fireplaces. There’s also a huge wood deck and recently added roof, plus a loft and offices.

Dyer received interest in the unique space before it was even listed, and landed on the idea of an auction. The plan has had the desired effect. “It’s the first time I ever did it on a property. I believe it creates a frenzy. We had 40 calls on it the first day,” he says.

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Desert Dazzler! Phoenix Shipping Container Home Is Hot, Hot, Hot

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A home constructed of shipping containers is unlike anything the Phoenix housing market has seen. The structure is a fascinating riff on the region’s shipping container craze, which includes The Churchill, a small-business incubator downtown built from containers.

The homeowner, who’s also an engineer, built this three-bedroom, four-bath passion project at the urging of his two children and lived in it briefly. It’s now listed with Shara Gonzales of Berkshire Hathaway for $610,000.

“He wants to take this concept and see where it can go, perhaps build more,” says Gonzales.

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For those leery about waking up in what might feel like a steel cage, listen up: “When you’re inside the home, it’s seamless, especially upstairs,” Gonzales says. “It’s a hybrid. You’ve got two shipping containers on the east and the west, with traditional framing in the center.”

Taking a year to build, the 3,000-square-foot property has a dazzling interior that bears little resemblance to the cold metal of a container. Catering to eco-minded buyers, the four-car garage features a car charger and is wired for a workshop. Aluminum radiant barrier material aims to combat Arizona’s harsh sun from heating up the home’s interior.

South Mountain, where the home is located, is a booming area of Phoenix and named for the nearby mountain.

“Every window you look out of captures [a view],” says Gonzales. “If you’re washing the dishes, for example, you can see the East Valley.”

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And the neighborhood is on the rise, and appealing to a savvy investor looking for a different type of dwelling.

“South Mountain has rewoken up,” says Gonzales. “It was quite the craze back in the day, until everything kind of halted when the market crashed.”

In 2020, the Loop 202 (South Mountain Freeway)—a 22-mile extension of the 202 freeway—will be complete, connecting with Interstate 10 and the West Valley. And the new Valley Metro Baseline light-rail line is a mile north.

Because this area is close to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Gonzales thinks a new owner might use it as a “crash pad” for airline pilots and flight attendants. It could also be used for a corporation’s social events, given its eye-catching design. Whatever the use, we’re sure it’s a place that will always remain cool in the desert.

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Realtor.com's Hottest ZIP Codes

For its 4th annual Hottest Zip Codes in America list, realtor.com reveals some surprises as Millennials drive more and more housing markets.

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Chrissy Teigen’s Favorite Cookware, Revealed: 6 Items to Grab Now

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Chrissy Teigen can now add “designer” to her extensive résumé. The former model and “Lip Sync Battle” star’s latest project (other than breaking the Internet with her tweets) is called Cravings, a kitchen and tableware collection that will be sold exclusively at Target in collaboration with her newly released cookbook, “Cravings: Hungry for More.”

You can already see all 42 items in the collection online, but you can’t officially shop the goods until Sept. 30. The line features everything Teigen uses in her own kitchen, from colorful prep tools to vintage serving dishes, all for a budget-friendly price.

Curious if these items were up to snuff, we asked interior decor experts to weigh in on Teigen’s collection—and they went nuts.

“Chrissy did a fantastic job of creating everyday elegance aligned with current design trends and colors,” says Jenny Hester, a home designer with Jenny Leigh Design. Consider this a sneak peek of the new goods that will sell out fast.

1. Enameled Dutch oven Our designers can’t get enough of this easy-to-use Dutch oven.

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The design experts we talked to agreed that Teigen’s cast-iron, enameled Dutch oven ($49.99, target.com) will fly off the shelves. It’s made to withstand all kitchen activities, from stovetop cooking to serving. Plus, the shades of blue and touch of brass are a great accent.

“The champagne gold detail visually warms up the chrome,” says Dana Mitchell of Dana Mitchell Interiors in Scarsdale, NY.

“The biggest appeal to me is that it’s safe for ceramic induction cooktop stoves,” says Lyndsey Dee, an interior design expert at Sunday Home. “There shouldn’t be a worry about scratching the stove’s surface.”

Interior designer Jill Shobe agrees. “This enameled Dutch oven is a fantastic value,” says the owner of Jill Shobe Interiors in Ramsey, NJ.

2. Wood salad serving set Made from durable acacia wood, this salad serving set will elevate your presentation.

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Details matter in your kitchen decor, and home designer Christina Giaquinto recommends adding this two-piece wood salad serving set ($9.99, target.com) to your utensil collection.

“This wood salad serving set has an elegant touch of champagne gold that blends beautifully with the wood base,” she says. “It’s one of those designs that turns something ordinary into something worth discussing.”

3. Tidbit bowls with wood tray Use these tidbit bowls when serving guests, or add them to your holiday decor.

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Nicola Croughan would put these tidbit bowls ($24.99, target.com) on display in her own home—especially when sharing snacks with guests.

“This set has a real artisanal feel with its soft neutral tones, which evoke a feeling of home and comfort,” the interior designer notes.

Hester is also obsessed with this bowl and tray combo and suggests using it to upgrade your holiday decorations.

“With the flexibility to be used together or individually, you have options and multiple uses,” she says. “The colors are not only perfect for everyday use year-round, but will easily coordinate with and complement almost any holiday décor.”

4. White stoneware collection Simplify your kitchen with this vintage collection.

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Looking to add a simple touch to your kitchen? Nothing does the trick better than an all-white stoneware serving set ($4.99 to $19.99, target.com). Teigen’s collection includes bowls, mugs, plates, and a pitcher, and Giaquinto loves the textured, vintage look.

White gives a kitchen a cozy feel,” she adds. “This set helps bring that feeling to life.”

Tina Ramchandani, an interior designer from Tina Ramchandani Creative in New York City, also thinks this serving set is a steal. “A beautiful, affordable, white earthenware set like this is so hard to find,” she says.

5. Serrated Santoku knife Even Chrissy Teigen herself uses this serrated Santoku knife.

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Teigen calls this particular knife her go-to, and our design experts can see why. The serrated Santoku knife ($14.99, target.com) is extremely versatile, according to Michaeline Fernandez, an interior designer in Denville, NJ.

“I love that it serves double duty as a tomato slicer, which are the hardest things ever to cut properly,” she says. ”

Dee adds that the knife’s serrated edge is useful for cutting bread as well as meat.

“This sounds like it will be the Cadillac of knives and the answer to kitchen prayers,” she says.

6. Stainless-steel wok This timeless wok is one of the pieces in Teigen’s stainless-steel collection.

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The champagne gold finish on this stainless-steel wok ($59.99, target.com) adds a note of luxury to the kitchen, says Giaquinto. “It’s the perfect mix of colors to create an elegant kitchenware product.”

And the cherry on top? The wok is part of Teigen’s stainless-steel cookware collection, which also includes matching sauce and sauté pans.

Amberlee Isabella, a retail designer at Amberlee Isabella Home, predicts that millennial shoppers will add these pieces to their shopping carts ASAP.

“It not only looks amazing but is corrosion- and wear-resistant,” she says.

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Kevin Garnett Opts Out of Massive Malibu Project Before Final Buzzer Sounds

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Retired NBA star Kevin Garnett has decided to step away from his massive Malibu project. He’s listed the 7-acre property, including an unfinished 11,000-square-foot mansion, for $19.9 million.

It’s a rare offering in this beach community of multimillionaires, where land near the beach—and the permits to develop it—are increasingly hard to come by.

The property is on a gentle hillside above the Pacific Coast Highway and has unobstructed vistas of the ocean.

Plans for the contemporary mansion devote the entire second story to a master suite, but a new owner could easily customize the space since the home is still under construction.

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Among the most attractive aspects of this sale is that all the plans and permits have been approved by the Coastal Commission, which is notoriously finicky.

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity—7 acres consisting of three parcels, mostly flat, with existing, permitted construction,” says listing agent Eric Hassan of Hilton & Hyland.

Two adjacent parcels are also available for purchase, Hassan adds. If bought together, there’s potential to develop a nearly 20-acre estate.

Two properties bordering Garnett’s land are also available.

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Garnett bought the property over a decade ago. He and wife Brandi Padilla, and their two daughters, lived there, in an 8,500-square-foot home, for a few years. Then they decided to rebuild and expand their home.

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But life got in the way of their Malibu mansion plans. Garnett retired as a player in 2016, and became a basketball commentator and host on TNT. He also became a consultant for the Los Angeles Clippers.

In July, Padilla filed for divorce. In September, the Boston Globe reported that Garnett filed a lawsuit against an accountant and his firm, alleging that they helped a wealth manager steal $77 million from him.

Garnett, now 41, is among the most talented players to ever set foot on the hardwood. He played 21 seasons in the NBA for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Boston Celtics, and Brooklyn Nets. He earned an Olympic gold with Team USA in 2000 and won an NBA championship with the Celtics in 2008.

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This Colorado ZIP code is the 2nd-hottest in the nation

Colorado Springs has the No. 2 spot on Realtor.com's new list of the "2018 Top 10 Hottest ZIP Codes." The rankings are derived from an analysis of 32,000 ZIP codes, based on the time it takes properties to sell and how frequently homes are viewed in each ZIP code on Realtor.com. Colorado Springs' 80922 ZIP code, which received an overall "hotness" score of 99.3, has a median listing price of $297,811. Homes remain on the market an average of 15 days, about 19 days faster than the rest of El Paso…

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