Are you hoping to find your very own slice of the American Dream — specifically, a charming century-old estate that is enriched by an extremely heady background in architecture and music? 

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The legendary musician Jackson Browne once owned a house in Santa Monica that was only available to those who could afford to spend the equivalent of $22.5 million for the keys to his onetime Santa Monica digs, so don't worry if you're running low on cash reserves.

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This East Coast-inspired property, designed by noted architectural brothers Charles and Henry Greene in 1917, was commissioned by businessman Charles Witbeck in 1917 - hence its apt title of “Witbeck House.” The property has been updated while maintaining many of its characteristics of the time.

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During the early '90s, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee lived there with his actress partner Daryl Hannah, but the house last sold to the late TV writer/producer John Bowman, whose widow Shannon Gaughan-Bowman is currently selling the house. The place was famously owned by the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and his actor partner Daryl Hannah.

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This three-building compound occupies over half an acre on a triple-lot parcel, surrounded by towering hedges and mature trees on all sides, according to Rich Report. In addition to the main house, which has five bedrooms and five bathrooms, a two-bedroom guest house also comes with its own kitchen and bathroom.

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Browne's home-based music studio was once a two-story A-frame office in this house, but it's the most interesting feature of the house.

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In terms of the main house, which is clad in khaki-hued and shingled, there are hardwood floors, high ceilings, decorative crown molding, built-ins, and a number of French doors leading out to the backyard that looks like a park. 

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Aside from the fact that no major structural changes have been undertaken during the current owner's tenure, the interiors have been lightened and brightened to reflect the cottage feel of an English cottage. Recent improvements include colorfully painted walls, a modernized kitchen, and a new bathroom in the primary bedroom.

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In addition to a double-height entry foyer with a traditional curving staircase, the home features a spacious formal living room flanked by a window bench, surrounded by built-in bookshelves, as well as a brightly wallpapered and chandelier-topped dining room heated by a fireplace with a fireplace.

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There is a cozy sunken family room connecting to the kitchen, which is equipped with high-end Viking appliances, stone countertops and an eat-in island with a handy wine fridge, and an accompanying breakfast nook that boasts an integrated hutch that adds to the cozy atmosphere.

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There is a soaring vaulted ceiling in the primary bedroom upstairs, which includes a fireplace-side sitting area, a private balcony, a walk-in closet, and a tiled bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a large glass shower. 

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In addition, the grounds of the property are flat and grassy, with a garden area enclosed by a white picket fence and meandering gravel paths, and a pool and spa surrounded by a sundeck, brick grilling station, and spacious terraces, ideal for entertaining al fresco. Additionally, there is a pickle ball court and paddle tennis court, as well as a two-car garage.

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Justin Alexander of Compass is the person who holds the listing.

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