Marilyn Monroe’s Home Will NOT Be Demolished, Considered Historic Landmark

Marilyn Monroe’s Spanish colonial-style former home sits in Brentwood, California, where she tragically passed away at the age of 36 after a drug overdose in 1962. As conspiracy theories have swirled the Internet for years regarding the events surrounding her cause of death, the home remains an iconic reminder of Monroe’s impact.

The American model, actress, and singer had initially purchased the single-story home in the early 1960s for a total of $75,000, equipped with four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a guest house, swimming pool, and 2,900 square feet on a half-acre of land. The home reflects Monroe’s personal character, with each detail having been hand-picked from her adventures around the world.

Initially, an inspector had approved to tear down the estate on September 5th after the new owner, Glory of the Snow Trust, requested the permit to demolish the residence back in August.

The Daily Mail reported:

Outrage on social media soon broke out when the initial decision to demolish the gated, four-bedroom hacienda at the end of a cul-de-sac was announced. 

Sides were split, as some believed that her home should be preserved and others, not so much. 

A petition was created on Change.org titled ‘Stop Demolition Marilyn MONROE’S house’ and quickly got 3,000 signatures in the span of 24 hours. 

In an effort to historically preserve the home, Councilwoman Traci Park introduced the initial consideration, which was approved within the same day.

As of this past Friday, the Los Angeles City Council voted to start the process of designating her home a cultural and historical landmark.

More research is needed before moving forward with preserving the estate.