Matthew Perry's Hollywood Hills Home Still on the Market

The last home ever purchased by actor Matthew Perry–a home in the Hollywood Hills–was listed for sale months ago, and it remains on the market, despite interest in the late star, the circumstances surrounding his death, and the fact that the home was only purchased a few months before Perry’s death in October 2023.

The Tragic Death of a Beloved Star

Actor Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the hit NBC sitcom Friends was found dead in the hot tub of his Pacific Palisades home on October 28, 2023.

A modern, single-story house with large sliding glass doors opens to a spacious backyard with two white lounge chairs on a green lawn. The interior shows well-lit, stylish rooms with contemporary furnishings. The background features a hillside under a partly cloudy sky. — Matthew Perry’s home in Pacific Palisades/Credit: House Beautiful

Though paramedics arrived, they were unable to resuscitate Perry. He was just 54 years old.

An autopsy was performed to determine the cause of Perry’s death, and the results were not returned until mid-December when it was discovered that Perry had died from the “acute effects of ketamine,” a powerful drug used to treat depression and anxiety.

Other contributing factors were drowning and coronary artery disease.

Questions Lead to a Criminal Investigation

It was known that Perry had been receiving ketamine injection therapy prescribed by his physician. However, the autopsy report noted that Perry’s ketamine levels were higher than expected, especially considering that his last treatment was administered more than a week before his death.

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In May 2024, authorities announced that a criminal investigation was underway to determine how Perry came into possession of the fatal dose of ketamine.

As part of the investigation, Brooke Mueller, ex-wife of actor Charlie Sheen, has been questioned, and she has since retained the services of a criminal defense attorney. But investigators say that multiple people may be responsible for Perry’s death. Last week, a second celebrity was identified as playing a potential role in Perry’s death, though the star’s identity has yet to be released.

Perry’s Home Remains on the Market

As the criminal investigation continues, one of Matthew Perry’s homes remains on the market.

Located at 1479 Rising Glen Road in Los Angeles, the home was purchased by Perry just months before he died. The 2,566-square-foot home sits on a nearly 10,000-square-foot lot and has three bedrooms and four bathrooms.

A modern, single-story house with large windows and a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery. The exterior is illuminated with warm lighting, and steps lead up to the entrance which features a white garage door and a minimalist design. Ideal for an asset sale due to its impeccable condition. — Credit: Zillow

The home is listed at $5,195,000. Perry purchased the home on May 31, 2023, for a reported $4,995,000.

The listing on Zillow reads as follows:

Welcome to this sleek mid-century treasure on coveted Rising Glen in the hills above the Sunset Strip. This beautiful architectural property boasts a classic look with walls of glass wrapping around a sun-filled central patio with a beautiful swimming pool and fire-pit.

Gorgeously renovated, the thoughtful updates provide an ambiance of elevated luxury while embracing the original architectural aesthetic.

The home features hardwood floors throughout and gorgeous stone finishes in the baths. The expansive living area has a double-sided fireplace to the dining room and the updated kitchen has an informal dining area and a laundry room. The property, originally three bedrooms, is currently used as a two bedroom with a very chic screening room.

The primary bedroom has walk in closet, stunning bath with separate shower and tub, and opens directly to the pool area. This beautiful oasis boasting sex appeal and sophistication is remarkably private and serene yet situated moments from the best of Sunset Strip and Beverly Hills.

A modern, bright living room features a large, wall-mounted TV above a sleek fireplace. The room is furnished with contemporary sofas and armchairs surrounding a black coffee table with white orchids. Large windows offer garden views, and assets from Matthew Perry's estate are showcased in the background. — Living Room/Credit: Zillow

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, black countertops, and stainless steel appliances. There is a potted plant near the window, a cutting board on the counter, and an arrangement of colorful utensils next to the stove. Recently acquired in an assets sale, it basks in natural light. — Kitchen/Credit: Zillow

A modern kitchen and dining area with large windows overlooking lush greenery. The room features a white island countertop with a cutting board, a small round dining table with sunflowers, black chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a shelving unit adorned with blue glass bottles among an actor's assets. — Dining Table and Countertop Space/Credit: Zillow

A modern living room with large windows offering a garden view. The room features a sofa, two red chairs, a desk with a chair and a lamp, and a poster of Charlie Chaplin's "The Kid" on the wall. There is a blue cushion on the sofa and a blue rug on the floor, subtly nodding to actor Matthew Perry’s distinct style. — Office and Desk Area/Credit: Zillow

Modern living room with floor-to-ceiling glass windows overlooking a pool. Features a glass desk with a black chair, red armchairs, and a blue rug. A flat-screen TV is mounted above a fireplace. A large vase with flowers and a lamp sit on the desk. Note: house part of sale of assets. — Office and Desk Area/Credit: Zillow

A cozy living room features a large gray sectional sofa adorned with various throw pillows. A modern lounge chair and ottoman sit nearby. Two round coffee tables are in front of the sofa, and a table lamp and decorative items complete the scene. Blue curtains, reminiscent of actor's assets, frame the backdrop. — TV Room with curtains drawn/Credit: Zillow

A contemporary living room features a large L-shaped grey sectional sofa with blue and green throw pillows. There's a modern round coffee table, two black leather chairs with ottomans, and a stylish lamp. Large windows provide ample natural light and garden views, setting the perfect scene for discussing any recent sale of assets. — TV Room with curtains pulled back/Credit: Zillow

Visitors to the home can enter the abode via private gates. The pathway leads to a large driveway, as well as a two-car garage. Outside on the patio, the south-facing deck is the place to be to soak up the sun, and in the evenings, a fire pit can be used to stave off the chill of the nighttime air.

A modern house with large glass doors opens onto a poolside patio area. The patio features sleek outdoor furniture, potted plants, and a rectangular swimming pool. In the background, there is lush greenery, creating a serene and secluded atmosphere amid the recent sale of assets. — Patio and Pool/Credit: Zillow

Matthew Perry’s Real Estate Endeavors

Matthew Perry first entered the world of real estate in 1994, just after Friends debuted on NBC. It was then that he purchased a two-bedroom mansion in the Hollywood Hills. Five years later, however, Perry had already upgraded to a much larger Beverly Hills mansion that spanned some 6,500 square feet.

Six years later, in 2005, Perry expanded his real estate portfolio, purchasing a two-bedroom condo on the Sunset Strip. The home had previously been owned by music legend Elton John. But Perry didn’t stop there. In 2006, he purchased a 4,100-square-foot mansion—also on the Sunset Strip. He sold the second mansion in 2014.

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Perry also owned a three-bedroom home on Carman Crest Drive, which he purchased in 2008, and in 2011, he bought a “glass-walled” Hollywood Hills abode. Later that year, Perry purchased a $12 million Malibu home right on the beach before moving to a luxury high-rise in 2017. He referred to the high-rise as his “mansion in the sky.”

But Perry didn’t want to be remembered for the homes he owned–or for the roles he played on television.

More Than ‘Friends’

Though Matthew Perry enjoyed great success in his role as Chandler Bing on NBC’s Friends, the late actor had hoped that his legacy wouldn’t end at that. In fact, he hoped that his legacy wouldn’t even begin with his role on the Emmy Award-winning sitcom.

A man with dark hair, reminiscent of a young Matthew Perry, leans in for a kiss, while a red-haired woman who could be mistaken for a female celebrity leans slightly away, looking unimpressed. They are both dressed in dark clothing and seem to be in a room with bookshelves and a desk in the background. — Matthew Perry and Julia Roberts on “Friends”/Credit: NBCUniversal

Perry wanted to be remembered for the strides he took in advocacy related to substance misuse issues. It was so important to him, in fact, that he unashamedly committed himself to using his fame and influence to help others who faced similar struggles with alcohol addiction and substance abuse.

“The best thing about me, bar none, is if somebody comes up to me and says, ‘I can’t stop drinking. Can you help me?’ I can say yes and follow up and do it,” Perry explained in an interview in 2022 with Q‘s Tom Power.

The Friends star continued, saying that his personal victories against his addictions carried as much importance to him as any of his professional successes.

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“I’ve said this for a long time: when I die, I don’t want Friends to be the first thing that’s mentioned — I want that to be the first thing that’s mentioned, and I’m going to live the rest of my life proving that.”