Since 2014, Rihanna has lived in The Century, one of the most expensive and prestigious residential structures in Los Angeles. With a new infant, a second child on the way, employees, and her constant entourage, she is feeling a bit cramped in her three-bedroom, 3,500-square-foot residence.
The Barbadian celebrity spent $21 mιllιon to buy one of The Century’s largest homes, a penthouse that occupies the entire 40th floor of the building, in order to remedy this situation. With more than 9,000 square feet of living space, a number of unique features, and breath-taking views, the spread is suitable for any A-lister.
The apartment was sold by the billionaire co-founder of the technology company Afterpay, Nick Molnar, who had initially requested $28 mιllιon. However, Rihanna negotiated a substantial discount and likely used L.A.’s mansion tax as leverage, as the purchase was consummated on March 31, a day before the new tax took effect. If the transaction had occurred in April, Molnar would have owed an additional $1,1 mιllιon in taxes.
As soon as guests step off the private elevator landing into the condo’s entrance gallery, they are stunned by the curved wall of floor to ceiling windows in the living area, which affords views of the metropolitan skyline. The kitchen is all white with marble countertops, two islands, and high-end appliances. The dining area has dark brown hardwood floors that continue into the kitchen.
Along with a master suite featuring a curved bedroom, two custom closets, two bathrooms, and a separate lounge, the property also includes a soundproof movie theater with velour couches. Probably the most striking aspects of the condo are its four unique outdoor terraces, which offer panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, Downtown Los Angeles skyscrapers, the San Gabriel mountains, and even snow-capped Mount Baldy. The terraces face north, south, east, and west.
Rihanna’s penthouse has a monthly HOA fee of $8,814, but she gets access to all of the building’s best amenities, including four deeded parking spaces in the garage, a 24-hour concierge, security guards, access to an outdoor pool and lush gardens, on-site storage, an on-site restaurant, conference rooms, and much more.
