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.

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How not to buy Real Estate aka How to plant a story

This appeared in the NYPost

"Jake Gyllenhaal is house hunting this holiday season. He recently checked out a stunning two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse at 65 Thompson St., which is asking $3.55 million.

Gyllenhaal has been buzzing in the news this week when he revealed on “Ellen” how he hurt his hand on the set of the upcoming “Nightcrawler” indie film. “A mirror broke in the middle of a scene that I was shooting,” the actor said. 

The penthouse he toured comes with its own “Hamptons-like” entertaining space and private rooftop zone. 

There is also a fireplace, chef’s kitchen and walnut wood panels in the foyer. The listing broker is Bond New York’s Pawel Ciercwierz."

It sounds like perfect place for Jake the bachelor doesn't it?  Right neighborhood -SoHo, chef's kitchen, "Hampton-like" entertaining space, hardwood floors.  

Now why is it a plant? aka Why Jake will never buy the place.

1. Give everybody the exact address why don't you.  Jake - Mr. Private, would never buy a place that has had the address published for millions to see. And that's all kind of dumb if he did.

2. Two Bedrooms?!? - We all know that Jake needs at least 3! One for Mama, and one for the nieces! ; )

3. When  has Jake been house hunting? He only got back to his "new hometown"  this week or did he?  Because there are more sighting of him in London than there are of him in NYC.


Real estate is always an investment in the future.  Even when it comes in inches. (just in the paper?)