A seaside mansion in San Diego that was used in TV commercials but never occupied has sold for a bargain $14.1million – a third of the original $45million asking price.
The so-called ‘architectural marvel’ known as The Razor has closed escrow and was purchased by a mystery East Coast buyer who paid for the house in cash.
The property boasts a staggering 11,000 square feet - with four bedrooms and six baths, several fireplaces, a guest house, and an infinity pool - and was originally to be sold at an auction in September.
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The Razor: The San Diego mansion sold for $14.1m, a third of the $45m asking price
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Beautiful views: The house boasts one of the most breathtaking views of the sunset
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House of glass: The property was designed by one of Architectural Digest's Top 100 Designers
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Don't throw rocks: The Razor also has floor-to-ceiling glass panels
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Space aplenty: There's also a separate guest house
The San Diego Union-Tribune wrote: The Razor - an 11,000-square-foot estate built by noted architect Wallace E. Cunningham - was purchased by an East Coast buyer and is in escrow.
The La Jolla home took six years to build and was completed in 2008 at a cost of about $34million. Public records show it's the bankruptcy estate of Jimmy Cooksey Jr.
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Unique construction: The mansion is constructed from white polished concrete
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From here to infinity: An infinity pool graces the back yard
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Additional features: Included in the house is private beach access
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Piece of art: The modern lines look like something out of an art museum
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Breakfast for two: A small table offers stunning views with your morning coffee
It was once featured in ads for Calvin Klein and Visa but was never occupied.
The original asking price of $45 million was repeatedly slashed. Several auctions this year were cancelled when nobody offered minimum bids.
The property is located at 9826 La Jolla Farms Road.
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Sea and sky: There are incredible views of both
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House party: The East Coast buyer can put up plenty of friends and family in the four bedroom, six bath house
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Surrounded by nature: The Razor rests high above Torrey Pines State Reserve
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Good morning: The owners will wake up to views of a state park and the Pacific Ocean
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Stunning sunset: The Razor's new owners will love the 360-degree sunsets
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Open spaces: The garage looks like it could hold an entire army of cars
(Daily Mail)