$14 million price tag on Century tower condo
By Dolores Quintana
There is another opening in the Century towers in Century City since a condo has been listed for sale as reported by The Dirt.com. The address is 1 West Century Drive, Unit 35A. The price is $13.95 million and is a property owned by Nikita Khan, a Ukrainian actress, model, animal advocate, real estate investor and interior designer. She is the long-time girlfriend of Oracle CEO Larry Ellison. The listing is held by Geoffrey Frid of Compass Real Estate. Khan lists one of Ellison’s mansions in Malibu as her home address and refers to herself as Nikita Khan Ellison in various public records according to The Dirt.com even though the couple is not known to have married.
In her bio on her website, Khan states that her personal beliefs in interior design are that she has a “passion for remodeling homes with classic pieces, neutral color palettes, and touches of timeless sophistication. She loves creating spaces that are warm, inviting, and comfortable.” In addition, Khan states in her bio that she is an animal activist who has “worked closely with the California Wildlife Center, participating in fundraisers to protect, rescue, and rehabilitate sick, injured, or orphaned animals. She is also a Peninsula Humane Society & SPCABoard Member, assisting in the organization’s events and fundraisers to help find homes for animals in need of loving caretakers. Kahn also supports the San Diego Zoo Safari Park’s Rhino Rescue Center, which is helping to bring the species back from the brink of extinction through new reproductive technologies and innovations.”
The listing for the condo states that the generously appointed property is “set within the coveted Century is one of the finest penthouses in Los Angeles, spanning just under 4,500 square feet. Live amongst the clouds with an abundance of natural light throughout, the epitome of estate living in the sky. This penthouse features 4 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 3 balconies and breathtaking views from every angle. The residence underwent designer renovation retaining its elegance and timeless design exuding a modern flair. With crisp, clean lines and a natural palette, this home embodies sophistication at its finest. Appointed with a gourmet kitchen with Miele appliances, Restoration Hardware furnishings throughout and dressed with custom cashmere automated shades.” which follows the ideas that Khan espouses in her bio on interior design.
The listing goes on to relate the amenities that condo owners have access to at the Century, “Residence features include a primary suite equipped with a private balcony, dual walk-in closets with separate marble bathrooms, 3 additional ensuite guest bedrooms, a formal dining room, an eat-in breakfast nook and a laundry room with storage. Designed by world-renowned Robert A.M. Stern, and landscaped by Pamela Burton, The Century residents are pampered by an unparalleled array of amenities and services that rival the world’s finest hotels. Amenities include nearly 4 acres of property with spectacular gardens, 24-hour guard gated security, full-service concierge, valet parking, a 75-foot pool with private cabanas, state-of-the-art gym, Pilates studio, Spa, Yoga studio, screening room, library and private wine storage.”
The HOA fee for the condo is set at $4,726 per month and it is likely, according to The Dirt, that Khan did not live in the condo herself, because it was listed as a rental property for most of the time that Khan has owned it. Other residents of the Tower include choreographer and dancer Paula Abdul, restaurant owner Nobu Matsuhisa, actor Matthew Perry, singer, actress and entrepreneur Rihanna and Academy Award-winning actor Denzel Washington. Candy Spelling, wife of the late Aaron Spelling has owned the penthouse apartment since the Century tower opened its doors.
