Dr. Seuss's Custom SoCal Home Sells for $9M
The longtime Southern California home of Theodor Geisel, known as Dr. Seuss, has sold for $9 million. The property, located in La Jolla, was designed by architect Thomas L. Shepherd around an abandoned observation tower. Geisel and his wife Audrey commissioned the custom dream house in 1948, and it served as his primary residence until his death in 1991. The sale was handled by the Willis Allen Real Estate firm.
Key facts
- The home sold for $9 million.
- It was designed by Thomas L. Shepherd.
- The design incorporated an abandoned observation tower.
- The property is located in La Jolla, Southern California.
- Dr. Seuss lived there from 1948 until his death in 1991.
- The sale was handled by Willis Allen Real Estate.
Entities
Artists
- Dr. Seuss
- Theodor Geisel
- Audrey Geisel
Institutions
- Willis Allen Real Estate
Locations
- La Jolla
- Southern California
- United States