The storied final residence of Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe, where her lifeless body was discovered more than six decades ago, is teetering on the brink of a significant transformation.
The owner of this historic Brentwood abode, located at 12305 Fifth Helena Drive in the upscale Los Angeles neighborhood, has filed for demolition permits, The Post has learned.
The one-story, Hacienda-style estate, nestled on 2,900 square feet at the end of a tranquil cul-de-sac adjacent to San Vicente Boulevard, recently changed hands for around $8.35 million, records show.
The city Department of Building and Safety gave the green light for a “plan check” on Sept. 5, signaling the initial stages of the demolition process for this iconic, yet tragic, property. However, a formal permit for demolition is yet to be granted.
This picturesque 1929-built residence boasts four bedrooms, three bathrooms and an array of original architectural features, including beamed ceilings, terra cotta tile floors and casement windows that whisper tales of old Hollywood.
The sprawling estate also includes a lush lawn, a sparkling pool and a citrus orchard that adds to its timeless charm.
Despite the presence of original details, the kitchen and bathrooms have undergone significant renovations, making them nearly unrecognizable from Monroe’s era.
In February 1962, Monroe acquired this property for $77,500, equivalent to approximately $790,000 in today’s figures when adjusted for inflation. Six months later, on Aug. 5, 1962, the world lost the starlet when she was discovered lifeless in her bedroom, the result of a barbiturate overdose, at the age of 36.
The city of Los Angeles and representatives of the property’s current owners did not immediately respond to The Post’s requests for comment.
In the wake of Monroe’s death, the house witnessed a flurry of interest, with at least six competing purchase offers emerging within a day. A heated bidding war ensued. In 1963, the Nunez family became the proprietors, purchasing a significant portion of the home’s contents, which were later auctioned off in 1997.
Notably, the property changed hands in 2017 for a staggering $7.25 million, exceeding the asking price by $350,000.
Subsequent modifications have merged the guest house with the main structure, and several alterations have been made — including relocating the door to Marilyn’s bedroom, and renovating the bathroom and kitchen.
A poignant coat of arms adorns the property’s front door, bearing the inscription “Cursum Perficio,” translating to “My Journey Ends Here” in Latin.
