In 1993, Tim Curry bought a Los Angeles home for $650,000 as it faced demolition and spent years restoring it; hours after news of his death, the $7.5 million home found a buyer

Key Points:

• Tim Curry’s historic Los Feliz home, which he restored after purchasing it in 1993, has come under offer for $7.5 million shortly after the actor’s death at age 80. The property, known as the Seyler House, showcases Spanish-inspired architecture and original period details.
• The 4,000-square-foot residence features four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and unique elements such as a secret passageway to a speakeasy, with interiors reflecting Curry’s eclectic style and preservation of historic features.
• Set on 1.45 acres, the estate includes gardens, a pool, koi pond, spa, and views of Downtown Los Angeles, embodying Curry’s vision of a home designed like a theatrical set for living and entertaining.
• The home has had several notable owners, including Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Noah Wyle, Robert Pattinson, Jim Parsons, and Aaron Paul, who updated the property while maintaining its historic character.
• Tim Curry, famed for roles like Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, died at 80 after a long career in stage, film, and television, leaving behind a legacy reflected in this distinctive Los Angeles residence.