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Menendez Brothers' Murder Mansion Sold for $17M on Conviction Anniversary

The notorious Beverly Hills property, scene of the infamous 1989 murders, was purchased below market value, highlighting the enduring public fascination with the case.

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Overview

  • The Beverly Hills mansion where Erik and Lyle Menendez murdered their parents in 1989 sold for $17 million, coinciding with the 28th anniversary of their murder conviction.
  • Originally listed for nearly $20 million, the sale price was about 25% below the market value, reflecting the property's grim history.
  • The mansion features seven bedrooms, a pool, a private tennis court, and a two-story guest house, attracting significant interest despite its past.
  • The Menendez brothers, convicted of first-degree murder in 1996, remain in prison, with recent docuseries and legal efforts renewing interest in their case.
  • There's no information on the buyer of the mansion, which was redesigned in 1984 and sold to the Menendez family in 1988 for $4 million.