In 2022, the Scarface mansion, also known as El Fureidis, was listed for $40 million, and it remains one of California’s most unforgettable properties.
While it’s no longer actively listed, the property remains a fascinating piece of real estate history.
More than just a movie backdrop, the mansion is a rare architectural gem tucked away in Montecito, blending cinematic lore with early 20th-century grandeur.
Whether or not you’re into gangster films, this place is undeniably worth a second look.
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Built in 1906 by renowned architect Bertram Goodhue, El Fureidis is far more than just a movie set.
The 10-acre property includes a 12,000-square-foot main residence, originally designed as a Mediterranean Revival estate with Roman, Spanish, and Middle Eastern influences.
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In a way, it bears a resemblance to Sean Connery’s 007-inspired art deco riviera estate.
The home’s design elements include gold-leaf ceilings, hand-painted murals, and Persian-style reflecting pools.
It’s both ornate and historically significant, with no gimmicks needed.
The mansion’s most famous role came when it served as Tony Montana’s opulent hideout in Scarface.
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Despite its Hollywood fame, the house has maintained its architectural integrity and has rarely been open to the public or press, adding to its mystique.
What sets El Fureidis apart isn’t just its cinematic fame, but the restraint in its restoration.
While most estates in Hollywood are modern marvels, like this $30 million mansion with seven car garages, the Scarface mansion is a historic home that has been carefully preserved.
It includes four bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and multiple formal entertaining rooms, along with terraced gardens and ocean views.
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Still, modern conveniences like updated mechanical systems and a chef-grade kitchen have been integrated with minimal disruption to the original structure.
Unlike the hyper-modern mega-mansions common in the area, like this $140 million Bel Air mega mansion, this estate offers something harder to find: character.
From the domed Byzantine-style ceilings to the palm-lined courtyards, the property feels like a time capsule; one that just happens to come with a Scarface backstory.
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While $40 million places it firmly in the ultra-luxury tier, this isn’t just about square footage or celebrity associations.
It’s about architectural craftsmanship, privacy, and a storied past.
Whether or not a buyer shares Tony Montana’s taste for tigers and fountains, El Fureidis remains a fascinating piece of cinematic and California history.
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