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Powerhouse Serena Williams once lived in this stylish California home for sale. See it

A colonial Mediterranean-style home hidden in the canyons of Bel-Air, California, has landed on the real estate market for $13.5 million.

But its old world charm isn’t the only alluring aspect about the residence — it was once the longtime home of tennis legend Serena Williams.

The six-bedroom, seven-bathroom estate, which sits on 2.76 acres and was built during the Golden Age of Hollywood in 1935, was where the icon hung her racket from 2006-2019, a news release about the home said.

And it appears to match her grace and style.

“Only a few moments from Hotel Bel-Air, the estate is a perfect retreat from the city with ample space for both entertaining and the everyday routines of life,” the listing on Sotheby’s International Realty says.

“The striking entryway sweeps you into an expansive, airy living room with dramatic windows overlooking the lushly landscaped backyard. The library provides a comfortable retreat for those seeking quiet while the formal dining room is at once grand and welcoming, making it easy to keep both families and guests connected over the dinner table.”

Other features across the 6,101-square-foot house, per the listing, include:

  • French doors

  • Water features

  • Balcony

  • Media room

The home is currently owned by interior designer Rodrigo Vargas.

The listing is held by Louis DeLaura and Ernie Stone of Sotheby’s International Realty - Beverly Hills Brokerage.

The Bel-Air, California, home spans 6,100 square feet.
The Bel-Air, California, home spans 6,100 square feet. Gavin Cater for Sotheby's International Realty
A pool punctuates the grounds that sprawl across nearly three acres.
A pool punctuates the grounds that sprawl across nearly three acres. Gavin Cater for Sotheby's International Realty
The house is six bedrooms and six full bathrooms.
The house is six bedrooms and six full bathrooms. Gavin Cater for Sotheby's International Realty
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TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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