Muhammad Ali's retirement home is up for auction. What to know

The home where Louisville native Muhammad Ali retired — following his lengthy and successful boxing career — is currently up for auction through Concierge Auctions until May 15.

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Previously listed for $13.5 million, the Los Angeles mansion, where Ali lived from 1979 to 1984, features an Italian Renaissance and European style in the Hancock Park neighborhood. The 10,500-square-foot home sits on a 1.5-acre lot with a 1,000-square-foot guesthouse, according to Concierge Auctions.

Unique features of the home include a sunroom with a glass roof, a luxurious marble kitchen with an island and a master bedroom with a charming fireplace. Outside, visitors will find a swimming pool, a pergola terrace and stone fountains.

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John C. Austin built the home in 1915 and is most known for his work on Griffith Observatory and City Hall, according to the website. Besides Ali, celebrities have also appeared at the mansion, including Sylvester Stallone, Clint Eastwood, and President Obama.

The property is located behind the gates of Fremont Place, an exclusive community in Hancock Park, and has nearby entertainment options like the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. As of Tuesday morning, the highest auction bid was $7.75 million, with the asking price at $8 million.

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