Gene Hackman's Santa Fe estate expected to sell for $5M despite rat infestation

Gene Hackman's Santa Fe mansion, designed with his late wife Betsy Arakawa and featured in Architectural Digest, is expected to be sold following the settlement of his estate. Although the property is officially valued between $3.8 million and $4 million, experts believe its celebrity connection could push the final sale price to as much as $5 million. The Pueblo revival-style home sits on six acres in a gated community with scenic Rocky Mountain views, a highly desirable location for artists and celebrities. Despite reports of clutter, disrepair, and even rat infestation at the time of the couple's deaths, real estate agents anticipate strong interest due to the estate's size, style, and Hollywood history. The house, remodeled extensively in 1990, includes four bedrooms and 8,700 square feet of living space. The property’s allure is further enhanced by its connection to Hackman's legacy and its picturesque setting far from Hollywood.