Josh Duhamel Is Selling His Fancy Los Angeles House to Live in the Woods

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Who Is Josh Duhamel?

Josh Duhamel is a 53‑year‑old man who acts in movies and TV shows. Long ago, many people thought he was very handsome (they called him a “heartthrob”).

He has a family:

• Wife: Audra Mari
• Son Shepherd, age 2
• Baby daughter Rocca, born in May
• Older son Axl, age 12 (from his previous relationship with singer Fergie) who visits sometimes

The Los Angeles House He’s Selling

Josh is saying goodbye to his house in Los Angeles (a big city in California).

• Where: Encino, a neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley.
• Price: $2.9 million (that’s 2,900,000 dollars!).
• Helper: He’s working with a house‑selling helper (called a “listing agent”) named Thomas Atamian from a company called Coldwell Banker Realty.

What the House Looks Like

The house was built in 1962, which is a long time ago!

• Size: 3,310 square feet (think of a giant playroom).
• Rooms: 4 bedrooms and 3½ bathrooms.
• Views: You can see the nearby mountains from almost every window.

The agent said something like this:

“It’s rare to find a property that flawlessly combines dramatic architecture, modern updates and total privacy. The defining feature of this home is its positioning. It captures breathtaking jetliner and mountain views from almost every angle. It’s an absolute standout offering in a premier location.”

In kid words: The seller thinks this house is super special because it looks cool, has new fixes, is hidden from neighbors, and you can watch airplanes and mountains from inside.

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Important Point: The house is being called a “standout” because it mixes pretty design, new stuff, and privacy with amazing views!

Inside the House

Here are the cozy parts:

• A big living room with super tall ceilings that flows into a kitchen made for a chef, with a large island in the middle.
• The main bedroom (called the “primary suite”) was just updated and has:
  • Two closets big enough to walk into
  • A private bathroom just for that room
• A second small sitting area near the kitchen with built‑in bookshelves.
• A dining room that connects openly to the living room (no walls blocking).

Outside the House

The backyard is like a park:

• An outdoor fire pit (a safe place to burn wood outside)
• A large swimming pool
• A built‑in barbeque (a grill for cooking outside)
• Many spots to eat or relax outside
• A sauna (a tiny hot room to sit and sweat)

Why He’s Moving: A New Life in Minnesota

About a year ago, Josh told a magazine called Parade that he left Los Angeles. He built a house in Minnesota (a state full of trees and lakes) over 15 years.

This new home is “off‑the‑grid.” That means:

• It isn’t connected to regular city power and water.
• The nearest store is 40 miles away (that’s a super long drive!).
• Everyone there helps each other, makes memories, and spends time with family.

He said:

“The closest store is 40 miles away. Once we get there, it’s really about everybody taking care of each other – making memories, spending time with family and friends.”

In kid words: They live far from shops, so they focus on loving and helping each other.

Family Fun in the Woods

Josh says the new life lets them “get back to the basics.” That means:

• His older son Axl isn’t on his iPad all day.
• The kids play sports, explore the woods, and enjoy nature.
• He wants to pass the home to his children someday. He said it’s about “family” and “legacy” (something you leave for your kids and grandkids).

“And then I have a little baby who’s going to experience the same thing. Someday, I hope to pass this on to them [so] they’re able to share it with their kids. It’s really important to me that they have this. It’s not just about having all the amenities and all the luxuries that we become so used to. It’s really about family. It’s about legacy.”

The “Doomsday Cabin” for Safety

Living off‑the‑grid also gives Josh peace of mind. That means he feels calm because if something really bad happens in the world, he has a safe place to go.

In August 2025, he told People magazine that his Minnesota house is like a “doomsday cabin” (a hideout for when the world ends). He said he is “Probably 70%” ready for an apocalypse (a big disaster that ends normal life).

He admitted:

“I could be a better hunter, I could be a better fisherman. I could stockpile a little more food supply.”

In kid words: He says he should practice catching food and store more snacks, but he’s mostly ready.

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Callout: Josh feels happy knowing his family has a nature retreat if things go wrong.

A Related Big House Story

The article also mentioned that the famous “Scarface” mansion in Florida is for sale for $237 million! That’s even more money than Josh’s house.

Summary

Let’s recap what we learned:

• Josh Duhamel, a 53‑year‑old actor, is selling his Los Angeles home in Encino for $2.9 million.
• The house is big (3,310 sq ft), has 4 beds, 3.5 baths, mountain views, a pool, and a sauna.
• He moved to a home he built in Minnesota that is “off‑the‑grid” (far from stores, no city utilities).
• He lives there with his wife, toddlers, and visiting older son, enjoying family time and nature.
• He calls it a “doomsday cabin” and feels 70% ready for a disaster.
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FAQ

1. Who is Josh Duhamel?
He is an actor, 53 years old, who used to be a famous handsome star and now lives simply in Minnesota with his family.

2. What does “off‑the‑grid” mean in this story?
It means living far away from regular city services like public electricity, and the closest store is 40 miles from his house.

3. Why is the Los Angeles house special?
It has cool architecture, new updates, total privacy, and you can see jets and mountains from almost every window. It also has a pool and sauna.

4. What is a “doomsday cabin”?
It’s a safe house in nature where you can stay if there is a huge disaster. Josh says his is about 70% prepared.

5. Does Josh have a big family?
Yes! He has a wife, a 2‑year‑old son, a new baby girl, and a 12‑year‑old son from a previous relationship who visits.

About the Author

This story was written by Lori A. Bashian, an entertainment news writer at Fox News Digital.