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Lisa Finks, Lourdes Arencibia and Carolyn Duris are independently licensed Compass agents who collaborate. Each represents her own clients.

The Malibu Beachfront Home of "Jan Brady" Proves a Wise Real Estate Investment

August 21, 2016 by Lisa Finks Leave a Comment

An example of the power of wise real estate investment.

Lots of opportunities on the North Shore to invest in real estate – the fall and winter months can reveal some great deals too!  Eve Plumb, better known as Jan Brady, just made 7,000% profit on the Malibu beachfront home she purchased as an 11 year old.  Call me today to find your next real estate investment on the North Shore!

‘Brady Bunch’ star Eve Plumb sells Malibu home — see inside – TODAY.com

By:  Jordan Mute, Today.com

“Here’s a story of a lovely lady” named Jan Brady who’s quite a real estate mogul these days.

The days of “The Brady Bunch” might have come and gone, but Eve Plumb who played Jan Brady in the hit show is still riding the wave of her early fame. The actress turned painter recently sold her home in Malibu for $3.9 million.

Eve Plumb "Jan Brady" Sells Malibu Home for 7,000% profit!

Eve Plumb “Jan Brady” Sells Malibu Home for 7,000% profit!

The 58-year-old purchased the beach house back in 1969, the first year of her role as Jan Brady, for $55,300, reports the Los Angeles Times. She was just 11-years-old. Talk about being wise beyond her years!  The bungalow style home, which is located on one of Malibu’s picturesque beaches, includes three bedrooms and 1.75 bathrooms. The home was listed by Brian Linder and William Baker of Deasy/Penner & Partners.  While slightly dated, the décor inside has a tropical feel, making it perfect for a beach retreat. Whitewashed wood gives the home a light and airy look.

Eve Plumb's Beachfront home in Malibu

Eve Plumb’s Beachfront home in Malibu

“The most notable feature was, of course, the site on Escondido Beach Road, with one of the largest oceanfront parcels available in the area,” wrote J.J. Juarez of Deasy/Penner & Partners in an email to TODAY. “It was essentially a little cottage, with no heat or air conditioning, but a fabulous view on one of the best private beaches in Southern California.”

A wrap around deck allows for sunset cocktails on the beach. Sign us up!

And if the new owner isn’t interested in the home’s 50s style charm, there’s a sleek and modern rendering from Meis Architects of what the current 850-square-foot home could transform into with a little TLC.

Interior of Eve Plumb's Malibu beach home

Interior of Eve Plumb’s Malibu beach home

Source: ‘Brady Bunch’ star Eve Plumb sells Malibu home — see inside – TODAY.com

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