Maria Menounos, known for her work on "Extra", "E! News", "Today", and "Access Hollywood", and her husband Keven Undergaro have brought their Encino estate to market for nearly US$7 million after over two decades of ownership. The celebrities acquired the property in 2005 for US$2.3 million and dedicated the following years to transforming it into their family home.
Nestled behind tall hedges in Encino's Rancho Estates neighbourhood, the six-bedroom home now boasts a private cinema, a tennis court, a guesthouse, a podcast studio, and several dedicated entertainment areas. The property spans 5,145 square feet and accommodates six bedrooms and six bathrooms.
Estate Features and Amenities
Upon entering the main house, the foyer greets visitors with a black and white chequerboard floor leading to one of the home's two staircases. Dark wooden handrails and steps contrast with the white railings and panelled walls, while a wide opening leads directly into the living room. There, the chequerboard flooring transitions into parquet, and an antler chandelier hangs above a white fireplace flanked by windows.
The formal dining room, also accessible from the foyer, continues the parquet flooring beneath detailed crown mouldings and panelled wainscoting. A large crystal chandelier presides over a round dining table, while a broad mirror on the end wall reflects light from the windows, adding depth to the room. The open-plan kitchen at the rear of the house is designed around a large central island with a breakfast bar. White cabinets and worktops are complemented by natural wood accents and open shelving. A casual dining area next to the island, lit by a modern Sputnik chandelier, opens with wide bi-fold doors to the pool and patio.
The upstairs main suite includes a spacious bedroom with parquet flooring and panelled walls. A fireplace is situated between two large windows, while a chaise longue forms a separate seating area. The accompanying bathroom is lined with light grey stone, extending across floors and walls. A long vanity unit beneath a continuous mirror, along with a deep bathtub and a large glass shower enclosure, complete this area. An oversized, custom-built walk-in wardrobe with extensive built-ins, mirrored doors, and glass display cabinets rounds off the suite.
Diverse Amenities for Work and Leisure
Beyond the main living areas, the property offers numerous amenities for entertainment, home office, guest accommodation, and fitness. A separate bar room, designed by Jon Taffer, features a darker ambience with a black ceiling and red accent lighting, complemented by a fully equipped bar, fireplace, and wall-mounted televisions. The private cinema room, once a classroom, houses 15 leather recliners on multiple levels in front of a large screen and includes a snack bar.
For professional purposes, a studio has been set up, providing Maria Menounos with a production facility for her "Heal Squad" podcast. This space is designed as a professional set with lighting and audio equipment, as well as various backdrops for filming. A separate guesthouse across the courtyard offers independent accommodation with an open-plan living area and access to terraces and the pool. On the other side of the pool, another building has been converted into a fully equipped gym, with glass bi-fold doors leading to the pool deck.
The estate also offers extensive outdoor areas with various amenities. A brick patio extends behind the main house across the courtyard to the guesthouse, interspersed with a rectangular lawn. In total, more than 20 vehicles can be parked on the property. The offering also includes a vegetable garden and 16 fruit trees.
- —Price: US$6.995 million
- —Location: Encino, California
- —Area: 5,145 square feet
- —Bedrooms: 6
- —Bathrooms: 6
