Money pit? Heidi Klum's $10m mansion still being updated nearly SIX months after purchase
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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
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 caption here
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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HJ, Las Vegas, 1 day ago
i wonder whats going to happen when this propped up economy collapses?