Now listed for $24.995 million, Maria Sharapova’s Manhattan Beach home is a striking blend of architectural minimalism and quiet luxury. Located about 20 miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles, the residence was custom-built for the tennis star by renowned Los Angeles firm KAA Design. Sharapova purchased the ocean-view lot for $4.1 million in 2012 and completed the build in 2015.
The Japanese-inspired concrete residence spans approximately 8,600 square feet and is spread across multiple levels. The five-bedroom, meticulously designed home welcomes guests with a dramatic double-height entry gallery framed by raw concrete walls, setting a tone of serene strength.
While the home doesn’t include a tennis court, it does offer playful amenities: two private bowling lanes sit just off the media room and a sleek, modern living room opens to a pool deck where Sharapova reportedly enjoys reading on a custom built-in bench that cantilevers over the water.
Outside, privacy was a priority. Tall green walls and mature landscaping create a natural barrier around the 0.23-acre lot, while an outdoor fireplace invites relaxed evenings under the stars. Expansive views stretch across the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island and the Los Angeles skyline — a rare combination that elevates the home beyond its minimalist design.
Though steeped in architectural restraint, the house offers warmth through carefully chosen materials and thoughtful spatial flow. It’s a home built not just for aesthetic admiration, but for living—and retreating.
So, why’s she selling?
According to Architectural Digest, Sharapova and her fiancé, British businessman Alexander Gilkes, are selling the home to relocate closer to family in Europe with their three-year-old son. The move reflects a new chapter in Sharapova’s post-tennis life, one centered more on family and international living than on U.S.-based training grounds.
Though her competitive days are behind her, Sharapova has maintained strong roots in the U.S., particularly in Florida. She still owns a 5,000-square-foot bayfront property on Longboat Key, a quiet barrier island near Sarasota. With four bedrooms, five bathrooms and a private dock, the Florida home provided a calming home base during her career. Situated close to her original training grounds, it now serves as a nostalgic retreat — a reminder of where it all began.
While the decision to sell may be primarily personal, it also coincides with broader market shifts affecting Southern California’s luxury real estate landscape. Earlier this year, a catastrophic wildfire tore through Pacific Palisades, destroying more than 530 homes and damaging thousands of properties. In the aftermath, leasing activity in the area plummeted — from 152 leases during this period last year to just 52 this year. Full recovery is expected to take years, pushing many high-end buyers and renters to look toward more stable, unaffected markets like Manhattan Beach.
With inventory shrinking in fire-impacted zones and demand for climate-resilient, luxury properties remaining high, Sharapova’s listing may benefit from perfect timing. Her home, with its meticulous design, privacy features and ocean views, hits the market as buyers increasingly prioritize safety, seclusion and architectural integrity. Luxury properties with solid construction, high-end amenities and ocean views, like Sharapova’s, are likely to command attention in a market where climate resilience is becoming just as valuable as curb appeal.
