Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's former Marina del Rey home, designed for his 7'2" height, is on the market for $2.995 million, featuring custom modifications and luxurious amenities. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's former Marina del Rey home, designed for his 7'2" height, is on the market for $2.995 million, featuring custom modifications and luxurious amenities.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home hits market for $3m with features to fit his 7’2 frame

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former Marina del Rey home, designed for his 7’2″ height, is on the market for $2.995 million, featuring custom modifications and luxurious amenities.

The former home of NBA star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has gone on the market for just shy of $3 million – and it still includes features designed for his 7’2 height.

The property is based in Marina del Rey in Los Angeles, and boasts four bedrooms and three bathrooms.

Just one of 12 in an exclusive gated community, the house enjoys a prime spot across the street from the Ritz Carlton and the California Yacht Club.

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The 77-year-old former Lakers basketball player owned the home from 2011-2021, and the design of the home took into account his lofty frame with several features to accommodate him.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's former Marina del Rey home, designed for his 7'2" height, is on the market for $2.995 million, featuring custom modifications and luxurious amenities.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)

Throughout the property, doorways have been enlarged alongside other modifications to ensure his comfort and ease, reports Luxury Property News.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's former Marina del Rey home, designed for his 7'2" height, is on the market for $2.995 million, featuring custom modifications and luxurious amenities.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)

The other features include a large spa tub and shower, and higher counters.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's former Marina del Rey home, designed for his 7'2" height, is on the market for $2.995 million, featuring custom modifications and luxurious amenities.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)

On the ground floor, an airy open-floor plan connects the large living room and formal dining room area with a stellar kitchen, complete with granite counters, a spacious island, custom cabinets, and stainless steel appliances.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)

On the second level are hardwood floors and a stunning primary suite with a fireplace, a massive walk-in closet, and a fantastic private balcony with views of the nearby marina.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)

The luxurious spa-inspired bathroom includes dual vanities plus a separate jacuzzi spa tub and steam shower.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)

A third floor offers an additional bedroom perfect for a home office, with another patio offering views of the Ritz Carlton and the marina.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)

An oversized garage offers space for two cars and four additional outdoor parking spaces.

Additional features include a whole-house water filtration system, automatic lighting, and a monitored/remote-access camera security system.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s former home in Marina del Rey. (Jam Press/Noel Kleinman)

The listing – which features on Top Ten Real Estate Deals – is held by James Allen at Compass for $2.995 million.

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