Video: Iconic “Home Alone” house is for sale
In a nostalgic turn of events, the iconic house immortalized in the beloved holiday film “Home Alone” is now up for sale. Situated in Winnetka, Illinois, this five-bedroom, six-bathroom mansion has captured the hearts of movie buffs worldwide with its association with Kevin McCallister’s during Christmas.
Listed by American estate agents Zillow, the property is commanding a staggering price tag of $5.25 million (£4.1 million). This marks the first time the house has been available for purchase since 2012, according to reports.
Since its starring role in the 1990 classic directed by Chris Columbus, the house has undergone significant renovations, transforming it into a modern-day marvel. The Dawn Mckenna Group, the estate agents overseeing the sale, highlighted the extensive improvements made by the current owners.
Since its starring role in the 1990 classic directed by Chris Columbus, the house has undergone significant renovations, transforming it into a modern-day marvel. The Dawn Mckenna Group, the estate agents overseeing the sale, highlighted the extensive improvements made by the current owners.
Among the notable upgrades is the expansion of living space, with the addition of a spacious conservatory, doubling the mansion’s footprint. Additionally, a state-of-the-art basketball court has been installed, catering to the sporty inclinations of potential buyers.
Described as “one of the most famous houses in the world” by The Dawn Mckenna Group, the property boasts a wealth of amenities, including two living rooms, a sizable kitchen, and a three-car garage. Notably, the house still features the unforgettable staircase famously sledded down by a young Macaulay Culkin in the film.