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Futurama Voice Actor John DiMaggio Lists Bauhaus-Style L.A. Home for $2M
Even though I’ve seen a lot of celebrity real estate postings, this one truly had me thinking. John DiMaggio Yes, Bender from Futurama just listed his house in Studio City for sale after more than ten years of being there. It’s not some chilly futuristic box in the Hills or a home dripping with cash.
It’s a warm, quirky, and authentically backstoried Bauhaus-style home. That is what distinguishes it.
This location clearly had significance. Soon after his marriage to actress Kate Miller, he purchased it in 2012. He claimed that it was their home where they began living together. That has an air of nostalgia and honesty. particularly in a market where a large number of celebrity residences resemble investment flips.
This is the reason I’m looking into it—not just because it’s listed for almost $2 million, but also because there’s more to the price tag. A tale about creative lives, transitional phases, and the meaning of home when a lifetime has been spent there.
Have you ever resided in a place that seemed more than a home? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section.
A Glimpse Into a Home With Character and History
You’ll understand why this location is unique if you’ve ever fell in love with a house based on its atmosphere as well as its appearance.
This is not a slick, glass castle that tries to shout luxury. It is situated in a secluded cul-de-sac in Studio City and was built in the Bauhaus style of the 1970s. It was designed by modernist architect John Bleser and purchased by DiMaggio in 2012 for slightly under $900K. That was more than 13 years ago, long before all the actors in the Valley were flipping houses.
The revelation was initially reported by the New York Post, and DiMaggio made it apparent in their interview that this wasn’t just another address. When he and Kate Miller first started their lives together, they decided to live there. He said, “It’s the house we bought when we first got married.” That layer of emotion? In a listing photo, it is impossible to fabricate.
As you and I are both aware, a home’s personal history extends beyond its wood, tile, and glass elements. It becomes a part of your identity.
Design Highlights That Set It Apart
It’s amazing that this place hasn’t lost its personality even after being around for more than 40 years. In actuality, it has increased in value over time.
I looked more closely at the images and information provided in the Robb Report, and it’s clear that the interiors have undergone significant renovation. Original design features are kept alongside astute contemporary additions. the kind that mix in with the house rather than destroying its soul.
Imagine a sunken great room with a built-in bar—not the ostentatious sort, but the cool, tucked-in-corner kind that motivates you to pour a whiskey and relax for a while—and a fireplace. Next are these enormous sliding glass doors that lead to a patio featuring a specially designed waterfall that is reminiscent of a river. Not a swimming pool. A cascade. That’s not the same.
This one is a great choice if, like me, you value homes that don’t adhere to the same design that everyone else is emulating.
In a WhatsApp home trends group, I recently saw a discussion regarding outdoor water features. It turns out that these kinds of natural elements are quietly returning. Small touches like that can significantly improve a room’s atmosphere.
The Emotional Weight Behind the Sale
It always feels different when someone bids farewell to a house that influenced their life, regardless of how many celebrity listings I read.
John DiMaggio didn’t purchase this property only to establish himself in Los Angeles. He and Kate lived here for the first time. After getting married and moving in, they created memories there for more than ten years. Perhaps you have also been in a place where remnants of your past self are preserved on the walls.
For this reason, this sale is more than a simple transaction. This is a pivotal moment. Another long-standing Palm Springs property has already been sold. This one is up for grabs right now. They seem to be quietly ending a chapter.
It’s never simply about moving out, as you well know if you’ve ever packed up a house that held significance.
Other celebrities, such as Robbie Williams, who just purchased a Miami estate that combines seclusion and beachside grandeur, have also shown this change.
The Emotional Weight Behind the Sale
It always feels different when someone bids farewell to a house that influenced their life, regardless of how many celebrity listings I read.
John DiMaggio didn’t purchase this property only to establish himself in Los Angeles. He and Kate lived here for the first time. After getting married and moving in, they created memories there for more than ten years. Perhaps you have also been in a place where remnants of your past self are preserved on the walls.
For this reason, this sale is more than a simple transaction. This is a pivotal moment. Another long-standing Palm Springs property has already been sold. This one is up for grabs right now. They seem to be quietly ending a chapter.
It’s never simply about moving out, as you well know if you’ve ever packed up a house that held significance.
Have you ever bid farewell to a location that held significance beyond mere square footage? Leave a comment and tell us about your experience. It would truly be wonderful to hear it.
How the Home Fits Into Their Lifestyle Shift?
You’re probably aware that DiMaggio isn’t the kind to chase attention if you’ve been following his work over the years. He s the guy behind the voices you grew up with Bender from Futurama, Jake the Dog from Adventure Time, Marcus Fenix from Gears of War. Legendary, but low key.
The change in their lifestyle is what adds even more intrigue to this deal. In the traditional sense, they are not downsizing. They have a place in the West Village of Manhattan. In the Hamptons, they spend the summer. Choosing where to root next is more important than cashing out.
And to be honest, I appreciate that. After a while, you want your living circumstances to represent your present rather than your past. Perhaps you are also determining what still fits and what doesn’t at that point.
Where It s Located and Why That Matters?
Now let’s discuss Studio City.
If you ve never been, it s one of those rare LA pockets that feels like a real neighborhood. The house sits on Brill Drive, at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. That means no through traffic, no crowds, just hillside views and calm.
You re minutes from Ventura Boulevard, but it doesn t feel like it. The trees, the privacy, the way the house leans into the hillside it s made for someone who values quiet and light over flash and fame.
If you ve been dreaming of LA living without the chaos, this address delivers that balance. It s not trying to be trendy it s just solid.
Even if you re not house hunting, stories like this orSandra Bullock s $50M real estate journeygive us a glimpse into how personal lives and property decisions overlap.
The Numbers Behind the Deal
Here s where things get really interesting especially if you like tracking how property values move in LA.
John DiMaggio bought this house in 2012 for just under $900,000. Now it s listed at $1.99 million. That s more than double in just over a decade and this isn t some mega-mansion or house-flip. It s a lived-in, loved home that aged well because it was built well.
But it s not just about what the market s doing. The home feels priced to attract serious buyers, not speculators. That s rare in today s LA market, where we re used to seeing inflated numbers that make no emotional or functional sense.
If you ve been watching the valley s mid-century and Bauhaus-style properties, this one s a pretty clean case study: timeless design, thoughtful ownership, and a price that reflects both.
And just likeJames Jannard s $66M Beverly Hills mega mansion, this home is proof that timeless architecture can appreciate without relying on trend-chasing.
Should You Care if You re Not Buying?
You might be thinking, Okay, I m not in the market for a $2 million LA house so why should I care?
Because this isn t just a real estate story. It s about what home means, how we evolve, and the chapters we outgrow.
Whether you re a DiMaggio fan, someone who s moved on from a first marital home, or just someone thinking about your next place this story taps into that deeper shift we all go through at some point. When the place that once fit you so perfectly doesn t anymore.
It s also a chance to see how someone creative and low-key handled that moment with grace. No drama, no headlines. Just a house, a goodbye, and what s next.
So yeah even if you re not buying, there s something to take from this.
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Disclaimer:This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute real estate or financial advice. All property details, prices, and availability are subject to change. Please consult a licensed real estate professional for accurate, up-to-date information.
Table of Contents
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A Glimpse Into a Home With Character and History
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Design Highlights That Set It Apart
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The Emotional Weight Behind the Sale
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The Emotional Weight Behind the Sale
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How the Home Fits Into Their Lifestyle Shift?
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Where It s Located and Why That Matters?
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The Numbers Behind the Deal
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Should You Care if You re Not Buying?
