Estate for sale in California has a history of ‘high-profile’ owners. Take a look
A jaw-dropping estate with a compelling history has hit the South Pasadena market in California. It also has a unique design that you don’t see too often in this part of the world.
Welcome to Villa Arno, an Italian Renaissance Revival estate that was deemed a Cultural Heritage Landmark and is now listed for $12.5 million.
“Commissioned by Dr. John Stewart Tanner in 1916 and designed by the celebrated architect Reginald Johnson, this stunning Italian Renaissance Revival estate boasts a history enriched by high-profile owners ranging from philanthropists and scientists to Hollywood designers,” a news release says.
Notable owners include interior designer Raymond G. Gould; president of the Southern California Gas Company in 1927, Alexander B. Macbeth; and Pasadena artist Earle Hugens. The home is currently owned by Richard Tyler, a designer of clothing worn by Elton John, Cher, Rod Stewart and Diana Ross.
“In an unusual transaction, present homeowner Tyler traded his Hollywood Hills mansion (one formerly built for actress Dolores del Rio) for the Villa Arno estate,” the release said.
The home itself is a marvel of Italian architecture and features five bedrooms, five bathrooms, high ceilings, a one bedroom guest house and so much more.
Other features, per the release, include:
“Original Palladian doors”
Swimming pool
Cabana
Grill
Private gardens
Spacious attic
Basement
Chef’s kitchen
Motor court
The listing is held by the George Penner Team.
This story was originally published July 10, 2025 at 10:41 AM with the headline "Estate for sale in California has a history of ‘high-profile’ owners. Take a look."