Considered by many to be the greatest basketball player of all time,  Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was chosen as the NBA’s most valuable player six times and an NBA All-Star nineteen times during his storied twenty-season career for the Milwaukee Bucks and the Los Angeles Lakers. Famous for his dunking skills, he was so dominant on the UCLA Bruins varsity squad that the NCAA banned the dunk after the 7’2” superstar led his team to a 30-0 season and the first of three college national championships.

He would go on to be the #1 pick in the NBA draft in 1969 and was named the league’s Rookie of the Year. He would win five more MVP awards before becoming an assistant coach for several teams, including the Los Angeles Clippers and the Lakers. In addition, he has made numerous appearances in film and television and published several best-selling books.

Now the swanky Marina del Rey pad Abdul-Jabber called home from 2011 to 2021 has hit the market for $2.995 million. Across the street from the Ritz Carlton and the California Yacht Club, the luxe four-bedroom, three-bath residence is one of just twelve homes in an exclusive gated community.

Kareem’s former home was thoughtfully designed for its very tall owner, featuring enlarged doorways and other modifications. An airy open-floor plan connects the large living room and formal dining room area with a stellar kitchen, complete with granite counters, a spacious island, custom cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. Sliding doors open onto a side garden patio.

On the second level, find hardwood floors and a stunning primary suite with a fireplace, a massive walk-in closet, and a fantastic private balcony with views of the nearby marina. The luxurious spa-inspired bathroom includes dual vanities plus a separate Jacuzzi spa tub and steam shower. A third floor offers an additional bedroom perfect for a home office, with another patio offering views of the Ritz Carlton and the marina. An oversized garage offers space for two cars and four additional outdoor parking spaces. Additional features include a whole-house water filtration system, automatic lighting, and a monitored/remote-access camera security system.

The listing is held by James Allen at Compass.

Photo Credit: Noel Kleinman