Introduction to the $5.2M Home
Brad Pitt’s loss is now Austin Butler’s gain. The “Elvis” actor has snapped up Pitt’s sleek Los Angeles lair, shelling out $5.2 million for the midcentury-modern home just three months after it was burglarized, according to TMZ.
The Home’s Features
Known as “The Steel House,” the 2,000-square-foot L-shaped residence is a minimalist’s dream: three bedrooms, two bathrooms, floor-to-ceiling glass, a built-in sauna and a swimming pool all tucked into a handsome profile.
Just months after a burglary at Brad Pitt’s Los Feliz home, “Elvis” star Austin Butler has purchased the mid-century property for $5.2 million. MEGA
The 2,000-square-foot residence is known as “The Steel House.” MEGA
The Burglary Incident!
In June, while Pitt was in Tokyo, three burglars scaled the fence and ransacked the house, prompting a major security overhaul. Samir Hussein/WireImage
The home offers a pool and sauna. MEGA
Locals had long expressed concerns about the home’s lack of fencing and visibility. CYRIL PECQUENARD/SIPA/Shutterstock
But the house’s open design may have made it too accessible.
Aftermath of the Burglary
In late June, while Pitt was in Tokyo, intruders breached the property through its front windows and ransacked it for nearly 10 minutes before fleeing with an undisclosed haul.
The incident sparked concern among neighbors, who had long questioned the home’s modest fencing and visibility from the street.
The home lacked round-the-clock security unless Pitt was in residence — a vulnerability that burglars allegedly exploited when neighborhood patrols ended their shift. The “Fight Club” star quickly ramped up security following the break-in, but the experience may have accelerated his departure.
The Home’s Interior and Exterior
The living space. MEGA
The kitchen. MEGA
The dining area. MEGA
A den. MEGA
The balcony. MEGA
Pitt had only owned the Los Feliz house for a brief spell, having purchased it from Aileen Getty — the heiress to the Getty family oil fortune — in April 2023.
Set on a hillside, the home overlooks sweeping city views and stays true to its 1960s roots with terrazzo flooring, cantilevered eaves and exposed beam ceilings.
All three bedrooms boast eye-catching cobalt carpeting — while the kitchen, primary suite, bathroom and walk-in closet are outfitted with soft blue custom cabinetry.
Outdoor perks include a pool, a redwood hot tub and a standalone sauna.
The outdoor patio. MEGA
The home features three bedrooms and two bathrooms. MEGA
One of three bedrooms. MEGA
Another bedroom. MEGA
The outdoor space. MEGA
Real Estate Transaction
Jonathan Mogharrabi and Marci Kays of Carolwood Estates held the listing.
In the wake of the burglary, Pitt traded up — acquiring a fortified $12 million Spanish-style estate in the Hollywood Hills with all the bells and whistles, including, most crucially, a top-tier security system.
“He wanted somewhere that could provide an optimal security system and privacy, and this place caught his eye,” a source previously told The Post. The home previously belonged to The Killers guitarist Dave Keuning.
Conclusion
As for the break-in, authorities arrested four suspects in August who were allegedly involved in a separate attempted burglary. Investigators reportedly connected them to the Pitt case through forensic evidence.
FAQs
Q: How much did Austin Butler pay for the home?
A: Austin Butler paid $5.2 million for the home.
Q: What is the name of the home?
A: The home is known as “The Steel House.”
Q: How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the home have?
A: The home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Q: What features does the home have?
A: The home features floor-to-ceiling glass, a built-in sauna, a swimming pool, terrazzo flooring, cantilevered eaves, and exposed beam ceilings.
Q: Why did Brad Pitt sell the home?
A: Brad Pitt sold the home after a burglary incident in June, which prompted him to trade up for a more secure residence.
