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Meghan Markle Former Los Angeles Home: Photos of Her House
A home fit for a duchess! Meghan Markle may now reside in Santa Barbara, but her old house in Los Angeles is also nothing to scoff at.
The Suits actress’ former pad, located in the San Fernando Valley, hit the market for $1.8 million — later dropping to $1.75 million in January 2020 — and the interior is as chic as we would expect. The 2,000 square foot abode is filled with gorgeous granite, trendy neutral tones and a lush backyard space.
She’s now living like royalty (literally) with her husband, Prince Harry, and their son, Archie, after previously fleeing the U.K. for Canada and then L.A. A source told In Touch the mother of one has “no regrets” about taking a hop, skip and a jump across the pond. “She looks and feels amazing.”
The couple also share daughter Lilibet, whom they welcomed in June 2021.
Not to mention, it sounds like they’ll be living just as large. An insider told Closer Weekly the abode is “perfect” for their 15-month old and is “much more private” than Tyler Perry‘s mansion, where they previously resided. “The house has a Mediterranean vibe to it — French doors and archways and a pool,” the insider revealed. “It’s beautiful and spacious, but not too over-the-top.”
Though the pair — who moved to their new location in July 2020 — are still “settling in” and haven’t “ventured out much,” they’re looking forward to checking out the “local hotspots,” a separate source previously dished to In Touch.
The couple announced the groundbreaking decision to step back as senior members of the royal family and become “financially independent” while still working with Queen Elizabeth and the palace in January 2020.
“After many months of reflection and internal discussions, we have chosen to make a transition this year in starting to carve out a progressive new role within this institution,” they expressed in a lengthy caption on their now-defunct Instagram, adding that they would split their time between North America and Great Britain.
“It is with your encouragement, particularly over the last few years, that we feel prepared to make this adjustment.”
Though Meghan may miss her gorgeous L.A. home from time to time, it sounds like she’s living the high life in Montecito!
Scroll through the gallery to see photos from her former home.
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Here Are the Specs
This cute colonial-style house has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. According to the description, it also features “a living room, a family room, an alfresco dining area, a garage and a large grassy yard that comes with its own built-in awning.”
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A Quick History
Meghan’s name was on the deed back when she was married to her ex Trevor Engelson from 2011 to 2013. After scoring a role as Rachel on Suits, she left the area and moved to Toronto.
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A Cook’s Dream
Those stainless steel appliances are really sparkling! Meghan must have some culinary skills considering she had two stovetops.
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The Details
From the gold hardware to the window decor, Meg’s old place was filled with gorgeous details that gave it a lot of personality.
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Settling In
The palace announced back in November 2018 that Harry and Meghan were going to make Frogmore their permanent home ahead of becoming parents. “The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will move to Frogmore Cottage on the Windsor Estate early next year as they prepare for the arrival of their first child. The couple have lived at Nottingham Cottage since their engagement last year,” the statement read. “Windsor is a very special place for Their Royal Highnesses and they are grateful that their official residence will be on the estate. The Duke and Duchess’s office will continue to be based at Kensington Palace.” Of course, that has now changed.
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Sentimental Value
Frogmore Cottage was reportedly a wedding gift from Queen Elizabeth.
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New Beginnings
When Meghan and Harry announced that they were “stepping back” from their royal duties on January 8, the Queen made an official statement that she was “entirely supportive” of their new chapter on January 13. “It has therefore been agreed that there will be a period of transition in which the Sussexes will spend time in Canada and the U.K. These are complex matters for my family to resolve, and there is some more work to be done,” she continued.
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New Memories
Frogmore Cottage is where they spent part of their wedding day and used a photo from the location for their Christmas card.
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Still Her Style?
One cool part about getting an inside look into Meghan’s old home is that it could provide insight into how her new place is decorated. It’s obvious she has a great eye!
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A Little Pizzazz
This bathroom is truly breathtaking with the herringbone patterned tiles on the wall mixed with the square pattern on the floor.
The two unexpected elements come together to make a very chic room.
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So Shiny
It’s obvious that the bathrooms in this home had a lot of attention put on them.
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Easy Breezy
Meghan has been described as a California girl through and through. All the windows and natural light in her home are another piece of evidence to support this.
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Art Lover?
There are some very bold canvases splattered around this bedroom, and we’re living for the pops of color.
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A Meal for Two
Imagine enjoying breakfast at this adorable table.
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Sunny State of Mind
We love the idea of lounging in the living room with a gorgeous view of palm trees in the yard.
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Great Mix
The wood floors are giving us country home vibes while the white walls and cabinets make the home feel very updated and modern.
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Great for Entertaining
The duchess has tons of A-list friends, like Serena Williams and Amal Clooney, and her old digs look perfect for hosting tons of parties for her pals.
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Goodbye, La La Land
Meghan had her baby shower in New York City, so she couldn’t stay away from the United States for long.
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It’s Been Real
She definitely has very bright things ahead!
See inside Meghan Markle's house in Los Angeles
Has the World tunes into the Prince Harry and Meghan Markle interview with Oprah Winfrey – we take a look back at where the Duchess of Sussex lived before she met the English prince.
Before she became the Duchess of Sussex and began living at Frogmore Cottage with Prince Harry and her baby Archie, Meghan Markle lived and worked in Los Angeles.
She resided in this property with her partner and then husband Trevor Engelson until their separation and subsequent divorce in 2013.
Take a tour of the property below – and when you're finished, jump on over to our page dedicated to the world's best homes for more wonderful homes.
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During that time, it is reported that Engelson and Markle lived in a four bedroom, three bathroom property in Los Angeles’ Hancock Park neighborhood. Now this property is on the market, with an initial asking price of $1.8 million.
Now that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have stepped down from Senior Royal duties, they are able to move around freely, and perhaps a move back to Los Angeles could be on the cards.
Inside Meghan Markle's former Los Angeles home
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The 2,262-square foot colonial style home for sale grants an illuminating insight into the design sensibilities of the Duchess of Sussex. Despite being built in 1924, it caters to a highly modern aesthetic, utilizing a clean, neutral palette, with natural hardwood flooring to create a sense of unity throughout the home.
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The open floor plan provides a sense of airiness and maximizes the space on the lower of the property’s two stories. The living room (complete with fireplace) opens to both the dining room and family room, making it an ideal property for entertaining. There is also a breakfast nook, and the dining area opens onto a stone porch.
The modest kitchen is nevertheless designed for efficiency, being well-equipped with two stoves and a large stainless steel fridge. It also features marble countertops and white cabinets with gold-coloured fixtures.
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Upstairs, four of the three bedrooms are ensuite, with one featuring a Jack-and-Jill style setup. Each enjoys light hardwood floors and an abundance of natural light, continuing the property’s predilection for neutral tones that reinforce the cleanliness and airy space of the home. The upstairs also benefit from two remodeled bathrooms contributing to the general modernity of the property.
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The overall feel of the place is a welcoming ambiance that makes much of its allotted space, with opportunities to capitalize on should development be on your mind.
The Bienstock Group is proud to be handling this listing, a part of perhaps this century’s most engaging British Royal Family story.
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Where do Prince Harry and Meghan live now?
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle gave up Frogmore for California living after a turbulent time in the UK.
After moving from the UK back to the United States, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry bought a house in Montecito – the seaside Santa Barbara County where Tom Cruise has a home, where Oprah Winfrey's house is, and Ellen deGeneres' Montecito rustic home is – to name just a few Hollywood greats.
The Montecito neighborhood is famous for its secluded and private hillside estates.
Meghan and Harry's first US house is in the center of the Montecito enclave, and cost around $14.65 million.
How to watch Meghan Markle's Oprah Winfrey interview
Oprah Winfrey’s highly anticipated two-hour interview with Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, aired on CBS on 7 March 2021. In this exclusive interview, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex divulged the reasons for their move to the US.
The two-hour interview conducted by Oprah Winfrey with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle aired first on the East Coast on Sunday night before a repeat for the West Coast. It is also available on CBS.com if you sign in with your local cable provider, and Paramount+ for streaming.
The interview will be broadcast in the UK on Monday night on ITV at 21:00 GMT and on ITV Hub, courtesy of Harpo Productions/CBS
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According to insiders, the Sussexes, who were offered to help with the search for housing in Los Angeles by numerous star friends, bought a mansion that previously belonged to Mel Gibson. The house is valued at $15 million (about £12 million).
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After moving from Vancouver Island to Meghan's hometown, the family settled on Malibu, a celebrity-savvy area famous for its beach. The information was leaked via Instagram (an extremist organization banned in Russia) - local realtor Andrea Pilot posted the following message on her account: "Big news: Prince Harry and Meghan are buying Mel Gibson's house." The post was later removed.
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Andrea's agency does not comment on this, as a non-disclosure agreement was signed, and Pilot herself claims that she did not sell the house, and the agent who completed the deal is unknown to her. However, one source confirmed to Sun that the mansion in question was indeed sold, while another confirmed that the media's speculation was very close to the truth.
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Luxurious residence with five bedrooms, an impressive living room with a fireplace, a well-equipped and spacious kitchen in the American tradition, a dining room, two swimming pools, a gym and other amenities. The interior is built around rustic elements like natural stone walls and wooden beams.
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Large windows and French doors with glazing let in a lot of sunlight, which is typical for cloudless California. There are also many forged details in the house: stairs, chandeliers and fireplaces, echoing the interior in a traditional American style.
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The spacious building, which has recently been refurbished, comes with a plot of land measuring five acres (approximately 2 hectares). Next to the house is a patio with natural stone floor, where you can enjoy a beautiful view of the ocean and greenery.
Also on the territory there are two swimming pools, several cozy gazebos and office space.
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According to local experts, the mansion could attract a couple with its secluded location - a rather rare bonus in the Los Angeles real estate market - and stunning ocean views. By the way, not only Mel Gibson is on the list of famous owners of the house: in 2008, the actor bought it from the X-Files star David Duchovny.
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Insiders reported that at the moment the Sussex family is in self-isolation, does not receive visitors and does not visit public places. According to the latest data, the United States leads in the number of people infected with the coronavirus, and the parents of little Archie do not risk putting him and themselves in danger. The conscious couple made no exceptions even for Megan's mother Doria, who also lives in Los Angeles and with whom they call up via video link.
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Whether the Sussexes managed to move into the mansion indicated by realtors, or at the moment they are in temporary housing, is still unknown. However, the couple has enough worries without moving - recently, Harry and Meghan have become victims of Internet fraud several times ( read also: Not a day without incident: Harry and Megan were involved in Internet fraud).
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under grandma's wing
As you know, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, having abandoned their duties as members of the British royal family, settled for permanent residence in Los Angeles, where they moved back in March 2020.
Now they have the right to choose what to do, how to raise their baby and with whom to communicate, without causing displeasure from the royal family.
Doria Ragland
Doria Ragland and Meghan Markle. / Photo: www.adviceinn.com
Undoubtedly, Meghan Markle's mother Doria Ragland will be a frequent visitor to the home of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. She helped her daughter during preparations for Megan's wedding and after the birth of her son Archie, and now that the couple settled in the US, she will try to spend more time in Beverly Hills with her daughter and beloved grandson.
James Corden
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The American actor and TV presenter was friends with Prince Harry for many years, attended the royal wedding and the subsequent private reception. Currently, James Corden lives in Brentwood, Los Angeles with his family and will of course be a welcome guest at his old friend's house.
Priyanka Chopra
Priyanka Chopra. / Photo: www.blogspot.com
The actress lives in the same area where the Dukes of Sussex settled, and now she can often visit Meghan Markle, with whom she has been friends for many years. Despite rumors of a breakup, the girls do not intend to interrupt their communication at all. Meghan Markle's absence from her friend's wedding in India was simply due to the expectation of Archie's birth. But Priyanka Chopra and her husband Nick Jonas were among the first guests to visit Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in the UK after their son's birth. Undoubtedly, in Los Angeles, Priyanka Chopra and Meghan Markle will be able to see each other much more often than when they lived in different countries.
Abigail Spencer
Abigail Spencer. / Photo: www.krot.info
Meghan Markle and Abigail Spencer became friends even before they began to star in the TV series Suits together. The American actress once admitted in an interview that she felt sympathy for Meghan Markle already at the time of their first chance meeting.
The years have only strengthened their friendship. During the Christmas holidays in 2019, Abigail Spencer was with the spouses in Vancouver, and now the friends will be able to see each other much more often, since Abigail lives very close, in Studio City.
Oprah Winfrey
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The American presenter and producer simply cannot refuse visits to the house of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, because their son Archie has been a member of her book club almost from birth. However, even before the birth of a child in the family, Oprah Winfrey was always a welcome guest in the house of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, including at their wedding.
George and Amal Clooney
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It seems these two couples only met at the wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. But later, ubiquitous reporters spotted the two married couple at their reunion at Clooney's Lake Como villa.
There were four of them and it was clear how comfortable and fun everyone was in this society. In February 2020, it turned out that renovations had begun in George Klugie’s Studio City apartment, and therefore it is quite possible to assume that the actor’s family will soon move to permanent residence in the United States from the UK, and they will again begin to meet with the royal couple.
Serena Williams
Serena Williams. / Photo: www.americansport.ru
The American tennis player met Meghan Markle back in 2014 during a charity football match. A very warm relationship immediately began between the girls. They turned out to have a lot of common interests, from cinema to fashion. Serena and Megan could chat for hours, sharing their girlish secrets or discussing the new movie. When friends for various reasons could not meet, they invariably corresponded. And now the friends live in Beverly Hills and will be able to see each other at any free moment.
