Though his brother and filmmaking partner Anthony Russo is well-known for his love of historic Pasadena homes — including the iconic Dynasty mansion, his $16 million main residence — veteran film director Joe Russo has cottoned to L.A.’s Westside, quietly paying $21 million for a brand-new transitional spread on the posh Pacific Palisades Riviera.
Originally listed for $19.8 million, the home went to the 52-year-old Ohio native — half of the prolific Russo Brothers director, producer and screenwriter duo most known for “Avengers: Endgame,” one of the highest-grossing films of all time — and longtime wife Alicia for $1.2 million over the original asking price, selling just days after multiple offers were received.
Designed by noted architect Ken Ungar, and built last year in collaboration with the Story Co. development team, Russo’s recently acquired estate features six bedrooms and 10 baths in a little more than 9,000 square feet of three-level living space boasting high ceilings, herringbone wood floors and designer lighting throughout, plus a handy elevator. Walls of glass windows and doors also offer seamless indoor-outdoor environs paired with sweeping canyon views.
Tucked away behind walls and a gated driveway, on a manicured parcel spanning over a half-acre, the white stucco, wood and brick structure is fronted by a three-car garage and protected by a state-of-the art security system. A portico-topped glass entry door opens into a soaring foyer flowing to formal living/dining rooms. Other main-level highlights include an office lined with bookshelves, and a fireside family room that connects to a gourmet kitchen outfitted with an eat-in island, high-end Wolf appliances, a breakfast nook and butler’s pantry.
Four upstairs ensuite bedrooms include a sumptuous master retreat, which comes complete with a fireplace, French doors spilling out to a private balcony, two walk-in closets, and a luxe bath equipped with dual vanities, a dressing area, soaking tub and steam shower. Elsewhere is a lower level showcased by a spacious recreational room hosting a wet bar and temperature-controlled wine room, along with a mirrored gym, plush tiered movie theater and guest quarters.
The glitzy amenities continue outdoors, where the tricked-out backyard holds a fully equipped kitchen setup, and an infinity-edge pool and spa with a Baja shelf that’s flanked on one side by an open-air cabana sporting a lounging area warmed by a fireplace and trellised al fresco dining area on the other. Steps lead down to a sprawling grassy lawn ideal for Bocce ball and other leisurely pursuits.
