March 7th 2024.
Rashard Mendenhall, a former running back for the NFL, has recently decided to put his luxurious estate on the market. This grand property was once owned by the legendary comedian Richard Pryor. Mendenhall, who previously played for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Arizona Cardinals, has now taken on a new career as a Hollywood writer. With his newfound success, he is ready to part ways with this stunning residence, which boasts six spacious bedrooms and sits on a sprawling 2.2-acre plot in the charming Sherwood Forest neighborhood of Northridge, just a stone's throw away from Los Angeles in the Valley.
The main residence is an impressive 9,000 square feet and features four bedrooms, a formal dining room, a gourmet kitchen, a library, and game and billiard rooms. In addition, there is a second guesthouse with its own kitchen and a separate pool house, perfect for hosting guests. There is also a professional dance studio or gym, which could easily be converted into a recording or production studio, catering to the needs of any creative individual.
But that's not all, the property also offers a resort-style experience with its 65-foot pool and spa, complete with a cascading waterfall. For those who enjoy sports, there is a tennis court and putting green for endless hours of fun. And after a long day of activities, one can relax in the sauna, wine closet, or barbeque pavilion, all conveniently located on the property.
To ensure privacy and security, the estate is surrounded by a wall and gate, providing a peaceful sanctuary for its inhabitants. And with an asking price of $4,236,000, it's no surprise that each yard Mendenhall rushed for in the NFL (4,236) is equivalent to $1,000. If he manages to sell the property at this price, he will have made a significant profit since he purchased it in 2017 for $2.5 million. It was during this time that Mendenhall retired from football and began writing for the HBO series Ballers, which featured the one and only WWE superstar and actor, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.
Richard Pryor, the iconic comedian and actor, previously owned this property back in 1976. It was the location where the infamous Barbara Walters special featuring Pryor was filmed. However, it was also the place where Pryor set himself on fire during a drug-induced incident, as he explained in his comedy special, "Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip." This tragic event resulted in severe burns on over 50% of his body, adding an interesting and somewhat dark history to this already captivating estate.
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