Former Super Bowl champion and writer/producer Rashard Mendenhall has put his Los Angeles compound on the market for $4.236 million, a nod to his NFL career rushing yards. Mendenhall purchased the estate in 2017, two years after the premiere of HBO’s Ballers, in Northridge’s Sherwood Forest neighborhood, which was previously owned by the late comedian and actor Richard Pryor.
The property is surrounded by a citrus grove, a reminder of its past as a citrus plantation, and features a long hidden driveway leading to the gates of the walled estate. The 2.2-acre property includes 9,000 square feet of living space spread across six structures. The hacienda-style main house, with Spanish influences, has four bedrooms, terracotta tile and wood floors, rustic beamed cathedral ceilings, and French doors opening to a covered terrace.
Entertainment spaces in the home include a second family room with a sunken wet bar, game and billiards rooms, a library, sauna, and wine closet. The primary suite upstairs offers balcony access with views of the elaborate grounds. There is also a guesthouse with a kitchen, a pool house with a kitchen, a professional dance studio/gym, a separate office, a children’s playhouse, and a kennel. Additional recreational amenities on the grounds include a swimming pool, tennis court, and putting greens, as well as equestrian zoning.
Mendenhall, who retired from the NFL at age 26 in 2014, is best known for his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers, winning Super Bowl XLIII in 2009. He later played for the Arizona Cardinals and then took on a role as a writer and producer for HBO’s Ballers for its five-season run. The property offers a retreat from city life with its luxurious amenities and expansive grounds, making it a unique and sought-after listing in Los Angeles.
Neil McDermott, Vice President of Hilton & Hyland, describes the property as a refuge from the chaos and stress of city life, with manicured landscaping and a variety of buildings that offer flexibility and entertainment options. The estate also includes covered parking for three cars, event parking for 25 cars, and is well-equipped for hosting guests and outdoor activities.
For fans of Mendenhall and those interested in a piece of Hollywood history, the former NFL player’s Los Angeles compound offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of celebrity real estate. With its rich history, luxurious amenities, and spacious grounds, the property is a true oasis in the heart of the city, providing a peaceful retreat for its future owners.