Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval Finally Sell Shared Los Angeles Home for $3.1 Million
Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval have officially closed the chapter on their shared real estate investment, selling their Los Angeles home for $3.1 million. The sale, confirmed on Friday, May 8, comes three years after the high-profile breakup of the Vanderpump Rules stars.
The Financials: From Investment to Exit
The former couple originally purchased the five-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom property in 2019 for $2 million. The final sale price of $3.1 million represents a significant increase in value over the few years they owned the home.
The decision to invest in real estate rather than traditional milestones was a conscious choice the couple made early in their relationship. In December 2018, Sandoval told Us Weekly that they preferred putting their money into a home investment over an expensive wedding or engagement ring.
A Contentious Road to Settlement
The path to selling the property was fraught with legal tension and public disputes. Following the collapse of their nine-year relationship in March 2023—triggered by Sandoval’s affair with former co-star Rachel “Raquel” Leviss—the pair became embroiled in a battle over the home.
The conflict eventually moved to the legal system, but a resolution was reached in early 2024. On January 13, Madix filed a notice of settlement in Los Angeles Superior Court. This dismissal of the case was conditional, requiring the satisfactory completion of specified terms within 30 days of the settlement date.
Living in the Aftermath of “Scandoval”
Before the sale, the couple faced the awkward reality of sharing a residence while navigating a public split. During an April 2023 appearance on the “Howie Mandel Does Stuff” podcast, Sandoval admitted that he continued to live in the house because he lacked other options.
“I don’t have a lot of friends I can stay with right now. … I kind of run the house,” Sandoval stated. “I handle the gardening [and] the housekeeping. My assistant comes and cleans and stocks everything.”
Sandoval further explained that the pair utilized a mediator to communicate their movements, texting each other through a go-between when coming and going from the property.
Building a Shared Space
At the time of purchase, Madix and Sandoval were focused on blending their distinct personalities into the home’s design. In May 2019, they told BravoTV that they avoided the typical dynamic where one partner handles all the decor. Sandoval noted that they both possessed strong personalities, creating a “nice mix” within the home, while Madix highlighted the necessity of compromise when their tastes clashed.
- Sale Price: $3.1 million (Sold May 8).
- Purchase Price: $2 million (Purchased 2019).
- Property Specs: 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms.
- Legal Resolution: Settlement filed in LA Superior Court on January 13.
- Relationship Timeline: Dated from February 2014 until March 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval sell their house?
The couple decided to sell the home following their split in March 2023 after Sandoval’s affair with Raquel Leviss was exposed.
How long were Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval together?
The pair were in a relationship for nine years, having announced they were dating during the Vanderpump Rules season two reunion in February 2014.
Did the couple fight over the house?
Yes, the former partners were embroiled in a legal battle over the property before reaching a conditional settlement in January.