Hollywood icon Angelina Jolie is ready to close a major chapter of her life — and it involves saying goodbye to her historic $24.5M Los Angeles estate. The Maria star, 50, is officially preparing to list her legendary 1913-built mansion for sale, sources tell PEOPLE.
The decision comes as Jolie actively plans a permanent move abroad, a dream she’s had for years but was unable to pursue due to a long-running custody agreement with ex-husband Brad Pitt, 61.
Why Jolie Is Leaving Los Angeles for Good
For nearly a decade, Jolie has been anchored to Los Angeles because of her shared custody of the former couple’s six children — Maddox, 24; Pax, 21; Zahara, 20; Shiloh, 19; and twins Knox and Vivienne, 17.
“She never wanted to live in L.A. full time. She didn’t have a choice because of the custody arrangement,” an insider revealed. “She plans to relocate as soon as Knox and Viv turn 18 next year. She’s eyeing several locations abroad and will be very happy when she can finally leave.”
Jolie has been candid about her feelings toward Los Angeles, telling The Hollywood Reporter in 2024 that she lives in the city “because I have to be here from a divorce.” She added that her ideal environment is one where her children can enjoy privacy, peace, and safety — qualities she feels are increasingly hard to find in Hollywood.
Her first stop after leaving? Cambodia — the country where she adopted her eldest son Maddox in 2002 and a place she considers her “true home.” From there, she plans to divide her time between family members scattered across the globe.
Inside Jolie’s Historic Estate — A Piece of Hollywood History
Jolie purchased the property in 2017 for $24.5 million, making it the most expensive home sold in Los Angeles that year. The sprawling 11,000-square-foot estate boasts six bedrooms, ten bathrooms, and sits on beautifully landscaped grounds.
But beyond luxury, the home holds Hollywood royalty status. Built in 1913, it was originally bought by legendary director Cecil B. DeMille in 1916 for under $28,000. DeMille later expanded the property by purchasing and combining it with the neighboring home once owned by silent film legend Charlie Chaplin.
“It’s a historic masterpiece and truly such a beautiful estate,” a source close to the actress said. Jolie reportedly plans to make minor improvements before officially putting the mansion on the market.
This isn’t the first time Jolie has made headlines for unexpected moments in her personal life. In recent years, she’s navigated an eight-year divorce battle with Pitt, which was finally settled in December 2024. Despite their differences, Pitt has praised Jolie as a mother, and the pair now maintain an amicable co-parenting relationship.
Angelina Jolie’s decision to sell her L.A. home marks more than just a real estate move — it’s the final step toward reclaiming the global lifestyle she’s always wanted. When her youngest children come of age in 2026, the Hollywood star is poised to leave Los Angeles behind for a future filled with travel, family, and the international roots that have defined much of her life.