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Minecraft Creator Persson Puts Beverly Hills Mansion on Market for $70M
Markus 'Notch' Persson, the billionaire creator of the wildly popular video game Minecraft, has listed his Beverly Hills estate for $70 million. The gaming entrepreneur acquired the property a decade ago in a high-profile bidding war that drew interest from music industry titans.
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Persson purchased the sprawling Beverly Hills mansion in 2014 after outbidding international music power couple Beyoncé and Jay-Z, who were also vying for the prestigious property. The move marked a significant addition to his real estate portfolio following the massive success of Minecraft, which he developed and sold to Microsoft for a reported $2.5 billion in 2014.
The eight-bedroom estate boasts an array of luxury amenities befitting a high-net-worth buyer. Amenities include a private nightclub, professional recording studio, and other entertainment facilities designed for hosting lavish gatherings and events.
According to the listing, Persson's decision to sell comes as he finds himself spending considerably less time in Los Angeles in recent years. The developer has been focusing his activities elsewhere, prompting him to place the property back on the market to find a new owner who can better utilize the luxury residence.
The listing represents one of Beverly Hills' most prominent real estate offerings and underscores the ongoing demand for ultra-premium properties in the exclusive enclave, where tech billionaires and entertainment moguls frequently compete for landmark estates.