Archive · 5 Sep 2025
Judge Denies Demolition of Marilyn Monroe's Former Home
Imagine Marilyn Monroe's old house.
Some people wanted to knock it down to make their own house bigger, but a judge said no!
The city said the house is special because Marilyn lived there.
The owners bought the house and wanted to tear it down, but the city said it was a historic landmark, like a famous place worth keeping.
The judge agreed with the city, so the house stays.
This means the house will be saved and not torn down.
A judge denied a couple's request to demolish Marilyn Monroe's former Brentwood home.
The couple bought the home in July 2023 for $8.35 million and sought a demolition permit.
The Los Angeles City Council designated the home as a historic cultural monument.
Councilwoman Traci Park supported the designation, emphasizing the home's historical significance.
The owners' attorney stated they attempted to find a solution with the council, but were met with non-responsiveness.
- Who
- Judge James C. Chalfant, Brinah Milstein, Roy Bank, Traci Park
- What
- A judge denied a couple's request to demolish Marilyn Monroe’s former home.
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Los Angeles, California
- Why
- The city declared the home a cultural landmark and sought to preserve it.
- Subject
- Marilyn Monroe's former Brentwood home
- Location
- 12305 West Fifth Helena Drive, Brentwood, Los Angeles
- Owners
- Brinah Milstein and Roy Bank
- Purchase Price
- $8.35 million
- Judge
- James C. Chalfant
- Date of Ruling
- Tuesday