Jennifer Aniston, celebrated for her Emmy and Golden Globe-winning role on “Friends,” has leveraged her substantial acting career into a remarkable real estate portfolio. Throughout her career, which includes earning an estimated $90 million from the iconic TV show and over 70 acting credits, Aniston has invested in a series of impressive properties, each reflecting her evolving tastes and interests in design.
Los Angeles House, 1990s
In the early years of “Friends,” Aniston rented a historic property in Los Angeles’s Laurel Canyon. Built in 1936, this four-structure compound, known as the Crown Jewel, includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a pool house, and an A-frame guesthouse with its own kitchenette. The home, which has hosted notable figures like cinematographer Néstor Almendros and actor-producer Beach Dickerson, was a significant backdrop during Aniston’s rise to fame. Although the exact dates of her residence remain unclear, the property was listed for $2.6 million in recent years.
Beverly Hills Mansion, 2001
Aniston’s real estate ventures took a major leap forward in 2001 when she and then-husband Brad Pitt purchased a 12,000-square-foot Beverly Hills mansion for $12.5 million. This Normandy-style estate, designed by famed architect Edwin Wallace Neff in 1934, underwent extensive renovations. They added luxurious features such as heated marble flooring, a screening room, a pub-style bar with antique French wood floors, and a tennis court with a guesthouse. Following their divorce in 2005, the mansion was sold for $28 million and later resold for $32.5 million in 2020.
Malibu Beach House, 2006
Post-divorce, Aniston rented a charming Malibu beach house in 2006. This property, which she described as initially “dark and depressing,” was transformed into a cozy and inviting space. Her renovation efforts reflected her personal style and love for the California coast, offering a more relaxed, coastal living environment compared to her previous properties.
Beverly Hills House, 2006
In the same year, Aniston purchased a Beverly Hills home for $13.5 million. Built in 1970 by the renowned midcentury modern architect Harold “Hal” Levitt, this 10,000-square-foot residence was extensively renovated by designer Stephen Shadley. The redesign featured a Balinese-inspired aesthetic, including koi ponds, a lanai with heated floors, and Brazilian hardwood eaves. Aniston named the home Ohana, signifying extended family. She sold it in 2011 for around $35 million.
West Village Condos, 2011
During her relationship with actor Justin Theroux, Aniston invested $7.01 million in two condos in Manhattan’s West Village. The plan was to merge a 17th-floor one-bedroom and an 18th-floor penthouse into a spacious duplex. However, privacy issues led her to sell the units in 2012 for $6.5 million. The condos have since changed ownership, with Andy Cohen purchasing the penthouse in 2022.
Bel Air House, 2011
Shortly after her East Coast venture fell through, Aniston acquired a Bel Air estate for nearly $21 million. Designed by Quincy Jones, the property was revamped by Aniston and Shadley, featuring hand-painted wallpaper, silk rugs, and Abstract Expressionist art. The courtyard included lush gardens and a stylish pool. Aniston and Theroux resided here until their 2018 split, but she retained the property.
Montecito House, 2022
After a decade without new purchases, Aniston bought a $14.8 million Tuscan-style farmhouse in Montecito, California, from Oprah Winfrey in 2022. This four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom home, built in 1998, has been extensively renovated and situates Aniston among other A-list residents in the evolving celebrity enclave.
Aniston’s real estate journey illustrates not only her financial success but also her deep interest in design, showcasing a range of styles from mid-century modern to coastal chic. Each property reflects a chapter of her life and career, highlighting her evolution from a TV star to a prominent figure in the luxury real estate market.
