Sold (Again)

The LA Times is reporting the sale of Jake's Hollywood Hills home is final.

The "gated compound" as the LA Times referred to it it's weekend real estate round up sold for $3,262,500. It was listed at $3.5 million

"The single-story home, built in 1948, sits on nearly two acres with expanses of lawn, mature trees, a swimming pool and a detached office. There are canyon, mountain and cityscape views.

The 2,826 square feet of living space, crowned by vaulted beamed ceilings, includes a central hall, a den, a family room, three bedrooms and three bathrooms."

Jake had originally purchased the house for 2.5 million in 2005. 

If this sounds like you heard it before, you have.  Trulia reported exactly one month ago that Jake had found a buyer.  

Now the question is why would the LA Times and other major media outlets somehow hold the story and run it Thanksgiving day week?

While realtors are all about location location location,  pr is all about timing, timing,  timing.

House Hunters

It looks like Jake is ready to say good bye to his Hollywood Hills property, which he has owned for nearly 10 years. The three-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is up for grabs for $3.5 million.

He bought the property which has been home to celebrities over the years in 2005 for $2.5 million. One of former owners of the home was Michael Balzary, aka Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers

"The gated celebrity compound, built in 1948, is perfect for anyone looking for some privacy; the house is situated on almost two acres of land down a long private driveway, with nothing behind it but a beautiful view of the Los Angeles city skyline. The interior of the home seems to be reflective of the actor himself, oozing with character and charm. The décor is chic yet simple, with white walls and neutral toned furniture giving the home an overall midcentury modern vibe. The living area has high-beamed ceilings and a large window letting in plenty of natural light. The property also has a swimming pool and several trails." (source)

And as they say in real estate, LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION.

 The house was perfect for getting to and from the studios.

Jake bought this property around the same time of the release of his movie “Jarhead.”

Well when you put a ring on it... the house comes next doesn't it.

The property was purchased under a trust that did not disclose Jake's name.

In the spring of 2007 the property petitioned the LA City Council for a variance to allow a 8-foot high solid wood fence, and excluding the regulations for fencing and landscaping. The original requested was denied a letter was sent regarding Conditions of Approval

Then was an appeal made in May of 2007.

"Applicant’s representative testified for the Project and stated a mutual agreement
Has been reached with the adjacent neighbors. He showed photos and a map of
the proponed Project and the surrounding properties. He also discussed the modified Conditions of Approval contained in his letter dated May 3, 2007.

One speaker testified to make sure the side yard fence remains at six feet."


Jake was seen on his motorcycle heading into the gated property back in 2010.

Why this for an Austin Friday post?

Hello.... this must be your first visiting OMG. Welcome.

Hugh again?

First it was Hugh Jackman, now Hugh Laurie.


Last night on House.
House: "I quit."

Foreman: "You CAN'T quit."

House: "I think you're confusing me with Jake Gyllenhaal."


OMG's feels because of its commitment to serving the general public, we must help clear up the Hugh's who. You can see where it could be tough. Both Hugh Laurie and Jake have been in Ang Lee movies. And Both are triple threats (acting, singing, dancing,) But we'll make this simple.


This is Hugh Laurie
And this is Jake


This is not Jake


And this is not Hugh Laurie.
This is Jake Gyllenhaal. Wait wait this is Hugh .



This is Jake

Hugh plays a hardened physician who's uses pharmaceuticals.

Jake plays a pharmaceutical salesman who sells hardeners to physicians.



So just to reiterate.


This not Hugh Jackman

This is not Hugh Laurie.

This is not Jake Gyllenhaal.
And this is not Hugh Jackman, Hugh Laurie, or Jake Gyllenhaal, despite the sign.