A former Malibu beach house belonging to Hollywood actor Steve McQueen returned to the luxury property market in 2022 after changing hands twice in 2020 and undergoing extensive renovations.
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According to the Coldwell Banker Realty listing, the 4,335-square-foot residence sits within the gated Victoria Point community in Malibu, California, and features oceanfront decks, expansive Pacific views and private beach access.
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The house was listed for $16.995 million after songwriter Ammar Malik and his wife, Chyna Bardarson, purchased it for $8.35 million, according to Architectural Digest.
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From Steve McQueen’s private retreat to a property sale
Steve McQueen, known for films including Bullitt and The Great Escape, lived in the Malibu house with his then-wife, actor Ali MacGraw, during the 1970s.
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The property offered a quieter setting away from Hollywood, with access to the beach and views of the Pacific Ocean.
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property → offer → Ocean
McQueen, often nicknamed the “King of Cool”, was known for seeking privacy away from the entertainment industry.
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Marc Eliot’s 2012 biography describes how McQueen and MacGraw enjoyed walks along the beach near their home, where they could spend time away from public attention.
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The house later remained associated with McQueen’s legacy through its location and distinctive coastal setting.
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house → remain → location
Its history also became a selling point when it returned to the real estate market decades after the actor’s death in 1980.
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A $7.2 million sale in 2020
In July 2020, McQueen’s son, Chad McQueen, sold the Malibu property for $7.2 million, according to Architectural Digest.
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The sale marked a new chapter for the house, which had been connected to the actor’s private life for decades.
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Two months later, in September 2020, Malik and Bardarson bought the residence for $8.35 million.
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Malik → buy → million
Malik, a songwriter known for co-writing popular tracks including Maroon 5’s “Moves Like Jagger”, later renovated the property.
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Malik → know → property
The two transactions showed a $1.15 million difference between the reported sale prices.
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The house later remained associated with McQueen’s legacy through its location and distinctive coastal setting (Image Credit: The Luxury Level via Architectural Digest)
Renovations and a $16.995 million asking price
After purchasing the property, Malik and Bardarson undertook extensive renovations.
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Malik told Inman that the couple spent well into seven figures renovating the property, including upgrading the plumbing and electrical systems.
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The renovated residence retained its emphasis on indoor-outdoor living.
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According to the Coldwell Banker Realty listing, the house has four bedrooms and five bathrooms, with large glass walls that open onto oceanfront decks.
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Its design connects the kitchen, dining and living areas with outdoor spaces overlooking the Pacific.
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The property also includes two primary suites, fireplaces, spa-style bathrooms, a three-car garage and a private staircase leading down to the beach.
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property → include → beach
Its position within the gated Victoria Point community offers privacy, while its views extend along the coastline from Broad Beach towards Point Dume.
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In November 2022, the owners put the house on the market for $16.995 million.
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The asking price was more than double the $8.35 million they had paid in 2020, although a listing price does not establish the eventual selling price.
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The property was relisted for $14.995 million in June 2023 and sold for $13.6 million in September 2023, according to Coldwell Banker Realty’s property record.
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A Malibu home with Hollywood history
The actor’s former home was presented to prospective buyers as a renovated beachside retreat rather than simply a celebrity-owned property.
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Its history with McQueen and MacGraw adds another dimension to the listing, recalling a period when the actor sought a quieter life outside Hollywood.
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actor → add → Hollywood
The extensive renovations updated the house’s infrastructure and amenities, while its ocean-facing layout remained a central feature.
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The 2022 listing illustrates how a property’s value can be shaped by several factors, including location, improvements and historical associations.
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For McQueen’s former Malibu home, the combination of a private beach staircase, expansive decks, Pacific views and a connection to one of Hollywood’s best-known actors helped position it in the luxury real estate market.
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