Inside the Private Sanctuary of the woman who brought the legendary Sophia Petrillo (Estelle Getty) to life. This $7.7 million Hollywood Hills listing offers a rare yet sophisticated look at the Golden Girl icon’s life off- screen.
Nearly two decades after we said goodbye to the woman behind the world-famous “Picture it…” catchphrase, Estelle Getty’s former Hollywood Hills home has officially hit the market. The Emmy-winning actress, beloved as Sophia Petrillo on The Golden Girls, called this charming property home from 1994 to 2001.
Listed at $7.7 million, the estate offers a rare glimpse into the life of a Hollywood icon off-screen. While Sophia was all about budget-conscious living in Miami, Estelle’s personal taste leaned toward high-end seclusion. Nestled in the prestigious “Lower Bird Streets” just above the Sunset Strip, this gated 1948 traditional offers 4,500 square feet of peace and privacy, a world away from the chaos of Shady Pines.
Features Fit for Hollywood
The home is a master class in old Hollywood charm, with five bedrooms and five bathrooms that retain timeless 80s floral patterns. Inside, a black-and-white checkered marble foyer welcomes guests, leading to a massive 19th-century French marble fireplace that makes a bold statement. Wine lovers will delight in the climatized 1,500-bottle wine cellar, a feature Sophia herself might have bragged about.
Outside, the half-acre lot is a private oasis, complete with a sun-drenched pool, cabana, and lush greenery that ensures total privacy.
The Final Curtain on a Golden Chapter
Estelle bought the home as The Golden Palace wrapped up, marking a new chapter in her life. It served as her base while she stepped back from the spotlight before selling it in 2001. For fans, the estate is a charming reminder that the actress who played the sharp-tongued matriarch was actually younger than her co-stars, Bea Arthur and Betty White, in real life.
At $7.7 million, this is a golden opportunity to own a piece of television history—spirit-filled, classy, and as iconic as the woman who once lived there.
Photo Credit: JPI Studios.
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