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Laurene Powell Jobs, widow of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, has recently purchased a new property in Malibu, California. Located in the exclusive Paradise Cove community, this beachfront property cost her a staggering $94 million, as reported by the Los Angeles Times.
Previous Investments in the Area
This new acquisition adds to Powell Jobs' existing portfolio in Malibu, where she already owns three other lots valued at approximately $80 million. Beyond Malibu, her real estate holdings extend to the Bay Area and Florida, showcasing a diverse investment in prime locations.
Fortune and Philanthropy
Powell Jobs, who was married to Steve Jobs from 1991 until his passing in 2011, has a significant personal fortune estimated at $14.6 billion by Forbes. She is the founder of Emerson Collective, a social change organization focused on education, immigration reform, and environmental initiatives.
Property Details and Potential Plans
The newly acquired Malibu property spans around four acres and includes a house built in the 1950s. According to real estate records and the Los Angeles Times, this four-bedroom house might face demolition, as suggested by the condition and age of the structure.
Malibu Real Estate Market
Malibu remains a coveted location, especially among celebrities, with a population of over 10,600 residents. As of May, median asking prices for homes in Malibu were around $6 million, with median sale prices at $4.8 million, as per Realtor.com.
California's High-Value Real Estate
California boasts the highest number of cities where typical home values exceed $1 million, with Zillow reporting 210 such cities in the state, underscoring the premium real estate market in the Golden State.