The stunning former mansion of retired professional baseball player ‘Big Papi’ has hit the market for $11.4m (£8.5m).
David Américo Ortiz Arias – best known by his nickname – is famous for his time with the Boston Red Sox.
And now his former Miami mansion is on the market.
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The elegant residence features fire-and-water features and is surrounded by palm trees, which are visible from nearly every room thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows.
Inside, white decor contrasts with grey marble and unique accent walls.
The superb kitchen, designed by Italian Officine Gullo, features a walk-in pantry and counter seating.
A private staircase leads to the second floor, where a primary suite showcases lovely garden views and a spa-style bathroom, which offers a deep soaking tub, an epic walk-in closet and a sixteen-foot shower.
The home is an entertainer’s paradise, with a plush home theatre boasting reclining seats and a dedicated sports lounge with nine screens – each with its own wet bar.
The property’s expansive patio includes a pool and spa, multiple lounging areas and is covered with terraces as well as a summer kitchen.
Its gorgeous tropical grounds span a full acre.
Additional amenities include an elevator, maid’s quarters, a generator, and a three-car garage.
The estate is gated for privacy and security.
The 10,000-square-foot residence is located in Pinecrest, a Miami suburb.
It is known for its beautiful parks, including the twenty-acre Pinecrest Gardens, and great schools.
Nearby options for entertainment include the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Tahiti Beach, and boating options at the local marina – from kayak rentals to deep-sea fishing charters.
Miami downtown is a 30-minute drive, and Miami Beach is just 40 minutes away.
Other celebrities who have called Pinecrest home include Jeff Bezos, Dwyane Wade, Timbaland, and Marc Anthony.
Ortiz, originally from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, was signed by the Seattle Mariners at 17 years old.
He went on to play 20 Major League Baseball seasons, hit 541 career home runs and finished with a .286 batting average.
In 2022, Ortiz was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame on his first ballot, becoming one of the greatest designated hitters ever, as reported by Luxury Property News.
He is known for his charisma, leadership and community work, as well as his work as a studio analyst for FOX Sports.
The property’s listing reads: “Big Papi, who has a bit of the home-flipper gene, originally purchased the land in 2016 and completed construction on the custom-built home in 2019.
“He sold the home in 2023 for nearly $10.6 million – a record price for Pinecrest.”
The home, which features on Top Ten Real Estate Deals, is currently on the market with Sotheby’s International Realty for $11.495.
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