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Muhammad Ali's 81-acre estate at 8105 Kephart Lane in Berrien Springs, in the western part of Michigan, is on the market for $2,895,037.
According to TopTenRealEstateDeals.com, the legendary boxer bought the estate in 1975 and spent his summers and a portion of his retirement years until his Parkinson’s disease became more advanced. In 2006, he and his wife Lonnie, moved to Arizona. He died from the disease on June 3, 2016.
Now his widow is selling the St. Joseph River property. The real estate site writes:
The farm in southwestern Michigan, near Indiana, was the place where he and his family could relax away from the fame. The path of the river, enclosing three sides of the property, ensured privacy from neighbors and onlookers as did the gated entry.
Realtor Tim Mitchell of Cressy & Everett describes the property:
The private estate of the late and great Muhammad Ali. One of the most significant and celebrated athletes of the 20th century. This iconic property includes 81 acres with a mile of river frontage. As you enter the gated entrance, the serenity and privacy will embrace you. The lawn and extensive landscaping is phenomenal. A circular drive takes you to the main house, carriage house, pool, gym, garages, barns, and office epicenter. The Gym is midpoint. You will feel his presence. The boxing ring is center stage. Various exercise equipment surrounds it. Steam room, private baths, massage room, laundry and hot tub spa. A full sport basketball court is just outside. (Click ''More'' for additional remarks.)
The Office Epicenter is just to the right of the gym and includes The Champ's private office complete with a conference area and private bath. Mail room, vault, full kitchen, loading ramp and several additional office spaces. Basement. A car collector will appreciate the Two Garages each with five plus car/RV/equipment spaces.
Two original Barns. Both Houses are to the left of the gym and surround the expansive Pool area. The Outdoor Kitchen is complete with appliances, grills and is located under a barreled rooftop. Bath house. Elaborate sound system. Pergola to add that southern charm. The Main House offers four bedrooms with a family room and expansive living area. The kitchen features imported tile and a large pantry. Three car garage. Enjoy the lush green lawn and shade trees in the front yard with the tranquility of the waterfall rock garden. It may have been here where he coined the slogan "Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee."
The Carriage House is private guest quarters with a beautiful sun room and deck overlooking the pond, complete with a fountain, which sits in front of the river. The Office and Gym have French doors that open to gorgeous patios. The grounds also include a gazebo and a fire pit. Gardens. Elaborate security systems. Climate controlled garages. Generators. Muhammad and Lonnie came here to revitalize. A place of nirvana for beauty, quiet and privacy. Or, an unforgettable entertainment hub, at all levels, accommodating five to 500.
