Director Kevin Smith Lists His L.A. Home for $6M (After Buying It From Ben Affleck)

The three-story house is an A-lister’s paradise with lush grounds, canyon views, and a rooftop swimming pool.
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Location: 7203 La Presa Drive, Los Angeles, California

Price: $5,995,000

Year Built: 1993

Footprint: 8,144 square feet (five bedrooms, eight baths)

Lot Size: 0.31 acres

From the Agent: "Rich with Hollywood history, both captivating and commanding, this grand, Mediterranean-inspired home epitomizes Hollywood Hills living. Located on one of the most sought-after streets in Outpost Estates, 7203 La Presa offers privacy, classic design, and abundant space. The home effortlessly blends indoor/outdoor living, with a rooftop pool and spa, multiple decks and patios, and enchanting canyon views. With a dramatic entryway that showcases an ornate stairway and astonishingly high ceilings, this estate exudes timeless elegance and luxurious living. The elevator provides easy access from the three-car garage to each of the three floors. The top floor sits high above the city, with floor-to-ceiling windows welcoming abundant natural light and breathtaking views."

Kevin and his wife, Jennifer, purchased the property from Ben Affleck after visiting it for a barbecue Affleck hosted. Having spent the last two decades at the 8,144-square-foot home raising their daughter, the couple are ready to sell now that they are empty-nesters.

Kevin and his wife, Jennifer, purchased the property from Ben Affleck after visiting it for a barbecue Affleck hosted. Having spent the last two decades at the 8,144-square-foot home raising their daughter, the couple are ready to sell now that they are empty-nesters.

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The home has large living spaces, complete with wood-paneled walls and custom built-ins. A wet bar at the opposite end of the living room makes for easy entertaining.

The home has large living spaces, complete with wood-paneled walls and custom built-ins. A wet bar at the opposite end of the living room makes for easy entertaining.

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Tall windows infuse the kitchen with ample natural light.

Tall windows infuse the kitchen with ample natural light.

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The five bedrooms are perched on the upper levels with captivating canyon views.

The five bedrooms are perched on the upper levels with captivating canyon views.

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The property offers lush, private outdoor areas and a sparkling rooftop pool.

The property offers lush, private outdoor areas and a sparkling rooftop pool.

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7203 La Presa Drive in Los Angeles, California, is currently listed for $5,995,000 by Brock Harris and Lori Harris of Keller Williams Realty Los Feliz.

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