Money pit? Heidi Klum's $10m mansion still being updated nearly SIX months after purchase

By Daily Mail Reporter

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She wanted a fresh start after her divorce from husband Seal.

That's why Heidi Klum put their Mandeville Canyon love nest on the market and plunked down $9.8m for a mansion in LA's nearby Bel Air.

But it's already been six months since the 40-year-old closed escrow on her eight-bedroom brick home and it's still far from done, with an empty pool and torn-up backyard leaving the property a mess.

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Swim at your own risk: Heidi Klum's $9.8 million home -- and empty pool -- are still under renovation nearly six months after buying it

Swim at your own risk: Heidi Klum's $9.8 million home - and empty pool - are still under renovation nearly six months after buying it

Single: The 40-year-old split from her boyfriend and former bodyguard Martin Kristen in January

Single: The 40-year-old split from her boyfriend and former bodyguard Martin Kristen in January

The compound is in need of some tender loving care. Even some of the abode's usually lush lawn and shrubbery appear to be in need of proper maintenance.

Back when she purchased the home around October 2013, the former Victoria's Secret model was involved with her former bodyguard Martin Kristen.

But the couple split in January after over a year of dating. She is now reportedly involved with Vito Schnabel.

Smart casual: Klum looked great as she dashed through Los Angeles on her way to New York
Smart casual: Klum looked great as she dashed through Los Angeles on her way to New York

Smart casual: Klum looked great as she dashed through Los Angeles on her way to New York caption here

Call the gardener: The lavish home could use some lawn maintenance

Call the gardener: The lavish home could use some lawn maintenance

Fixer upper: The home is located in Bel Air and features eight bedrooms on 12 acres

Fixer upper: The home is located in Bel Air and features eight bedrooms on 12 acres

Heidi purchased the opulent mansion with her four children - Leni, aged nine, Henry, aged eight, Johan, aged seven, and Lou, aged four - in mind.

And the kids will have plenty of room to move around on as the property rests on 12 acres of prime real estate.

The new home is reported to serve as a fresh start for the star as she builds a new life.

New home: Heidi Klum has just bought a sprawling mansion in the Los Angeles neighbourhood of Bel Air for a whopping $9.875 million

New home: Heidi Klum has just bought a sprawling mansion in the Los Angeles neighbourhood of Bel Air for a whopping $9.875 million

Big spender: The 40-year-old fashion mogul purchased the new home in the wake of her split with estranged husband Seal, pictured in New York in September

Big spender: The 40-year-old fashion mogul purchased the new home in the wake of her split with estranged husband Seal, pictured in New York in September

Quite the spread: The manse sits on 12 acres of prime real estate in the upmarket neighbourhood

Quite the spread: The manse sits on 12 acres of prime real estate in the upmarket neighbourhood

A view from the top: The property boasts of a private swimming nestled in the hills of Bel Air

A view from the top: The property boasts of a private swimming nestled in the hills of Bel Air

Turreted vista: The various decks lining the manse offer stunning views of the large estate

Turreted vista: The various decks lining the manse offer stunning views of the large estate

Plenty of room: The property has luscious green lawns running for acres

Plenty of room: The property has luscious green lawns running for acres

The new real estate purchase, while slightly smaller than the manse she shared with her estranged husband, is an impressive buy with eight bedrooms.

With a classic brick exterior the main house is bordered by a sea of green lawn and well tended shrubbery.

Sitting in the back of the property is a large swimming pool overlooking the Hollywood Hills.

Sitting room: The home features unconventional designs in the interior architecture

Sitting room: The home features unconventional designs in the interior architecture

One of many: The eight bedroom house features four poster beds and large windows lining each room

One of many: The eight bedroom house features four poster beds and large windows lining each room

The music room: One of the many amenities is a piano situated beneath a crystal chandelier

The music room: One of the many amenities is a piano situated beneath a crystal chandelier

The garage: The property is outfitted with a separate car house

The garage: The property is outfitted with a separate car house

Boasting nine and half bathrooms, the small manse promises to be able to fully accommodate the family of five.

The home is lined with many window, providing an exorbitant amount of natural light.

Another promising feature of the house are many decks with turrets and lounge chairs, that provide glimpses of the valley below.

The pink room: One of the bathrooms has large windows allowing in lots of natural light into the jetted tub

The pink room: One of the bathrooms has large windows allowing in lots of natural light into the jetted tub

Perfect for entertaining: The house has a wine cellar with built in shelves

Perfect for entertaining: The house has a wine cellar with built in shelves

The teal room: One of the bedrooms is lined with various windows as a chandelier rests above the bed

The teal room: One of the bedrooms is lined with various windows as a chandelier rests above the bed

Some R and R: One of the decks comes with reclining sun chairs with a view of the valley below

Some R and R: One of the decks comes with reclining sun chairs with a view of the valley below

The three-story structure was first built 13 years ago and spans 11,600 square-feet.

The large acreage is well protected with a private driveway and gate - perhaps ex Kristen helped in selecting the property due to these security features.

The living and dining areas are described in the real estate listing as 'graciously scaled' and in fact offer tremendous amount of room with high ceilings.

State of the art: The kitchen comes with all modern appliances and a large island perfect for cooking and entertaining

State of the art: The kitchen comes with all modern appliances and a large island perfect for cooking and entertaining

Counter space: A breakfast bar with stools lines the outside of the kitchen

Counter space: A breakfast bar with stools lines the outside of the kitchen

A warm den: A fireplace sits next to the eating area and features many homey touches

A warm den: A fireplace sits next to the eating area and features many homey touches

Patio dining: A covered outdoor area is designed for enjoying the seasonably warm weather of Southern California

Patio dining: A covered outdoor area is designed for enjoying the seasonably warm weather of Southern California

Pool party: Deck chairs line the recreational area

Pool party: Deck chairs line the recreational area

Lush and verdant: The front entrance is bordered by well tended shrubbery

Lush and verdant: The front entrance is bordered by well tended shrubbery

The den features a fireplace with a large mantle, resting near the cozy breakfast bar.

Also included in the home is gym and dance studio, media room, and an outdoor patio perfect for entertaining guests in the summer months.

The previous owner was Emmy winning television writer Ed Weinberger, who became famous for writing episodes of the Cosby Show.

Change: Heidi bought another home down the road with Seal last year for $14.2million before the two split, pictured in Los Angeles in September 2011

Change: Heidi bought another home down the road with Seal last year for $14.2million before the two split, pictured in Los Angeles in September 2011


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i wonder whats going to happen when this propped up economy collapses?

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Don't like it,,,,,,,

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Sure hope she did away with all those garish colours...

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Stunning home!

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The views in photo 8 and 18 are simply breathtaking. I love LA.

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Love her house... outstanding.

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Stunning!! What a life that must be to be able to buy a house of that value and size! Jealous much!

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I can see why it's taken so long to renovate...UGLY interiors.

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Now there's a beautiful woman!!!!

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You can understand why it's still not ready after 6 months once you see inside. The hideous decor and fittings will all need ripping out and replacing with something this century!

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