For 35 years, Frank Sinatra’s ex-wife, Nancy Barbato, lived in this Beverly Hills home until her demise in 2018; the one-acre property is now available to rent for $25,500 a month |
The historic Beverly Hills estate long occupied by Nancy Barbato, the first wife of legendary singer Frank Sinatra, is back on the luxury rental market. Known as the “Sinatra Residence,” the gated 1.08-acre property located at 1121 North Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, is now listed for USD 27,495 a month, though the asking price has been reduced to USD 25,500 a month.
Frank Sinatra’s first wife, Nancy Barbato, lived in this property for 35 years
Till 2018, Nancy Barbato stayed in this Beverly Hills property for years. For 35 years, this was her main residence even after she and Sinatra filed for divorce. Nancy married Frank Sinatra in 1939, and the couple had three children together: Nancy Sinatra Jr., Frank Sinatra Jr., and Tina Sinatra. Even after their 1951 divorce, the two remained exceptionally close until Frank passed away in 1998. Barbato never remarried and lived at the residence until her passing in July 2018 at age 101.Barbato used the secluded ranch estate as a central gathering spot for family, friends, and Old Hollywood figures.
About the former Sinatra residence’s listing
As reported by Realtor.com, following Barbato’s passing, the house came under the Sinatra family, who listed the home in October 2019 for USD 7.995 million. It was ultimately sold in March 2020 for USD 6.25 million, valued at USD 1,250 per square foot. After this, the new owners renovated the interiors for the luxury lease market.
Sinatra’s ex-wife, Nancy Barbota, stayed in the residence for over 35 years before she passed away in 2018 at the age of 101. (YouTube)
About the former Frank Sinatra residence and how it looked after the renovation
The listing has shared a few quiet details about the property. The living space spans 4,800 – 5,000 square feet and has about five bedrooms and six and a half to seven bathrooms. The lot where the house is located spans 1.08 acres.The main living room has many features, including vaulted ceilings, skylights, a fireplace, a grand piano, and rows of French doors that open directly onto a covered veranda and the backyard. The flooring is a mix of hardwood, stone tile in the kitchen and baths, and plush carpeting in the bedrooms. The property also includes a formal dining room outfitted with a three-seat wet bar, a dedicated wine cellar/room, a bonus room, and a gourmet kitchen with a breakfast nook and high-end gas appliances. The main quarters have their own fireplace, walk-in closet, and dual primary bathrooms, alongside dedicated guest/maid’s quarters and an attached guest house. Lastly, the estate has a heated in-ground and raised infinity pool, an open patio, and a built-in outdoor barbecue and prep station. Parking includes an attached garage and driveway space for up to six vehicles in total.
More about the property’s rental history
The property made its way onto the market in 2023 with an asking price of USD 39,999 per month, eventually leasing in October 2023 for USD 24,950 per month. In March 2026, the property made its way back onto the market for USD 28,500 a month. In April, it was listed for USD 27,995 and adjusted to USD 27,495 a month in May 2026. Earlier this month, it was listed online on the rental market for USD 25,500 per month with a matching USD 25,500 security deposit.
