Ellen DeGeneres, Portia de Rossi Sell Last US Home for $8 Million

Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have sold their Montecito, California home for $5.2 million, just a few days after listing it at $4.995 million, marking a significant profit from the $2.9 million they paid in 2020. This sale comes as the couple, who have relocated to an $18 million farmhouse in the Cotswolds, England, appears to be severing their last ties to the U.S. real estate market. The property, known for its luxurious features including a spa-like bathroom and sun-drenched patios, was one of many the couple owned as part of a successful real estate venture. Their decision to move to the UK is reportedly partly in response to political developments in the U.S., specifically following Donald Trump's election win. Additionally, DeGeneres has faced challenges in her new neighborhood, including local complaints about renovations to their new home. Overall, the couple has capitalized on their real estate investments, generating substantial profits over the years.