The home in Louisville housed a museum for a short time after the champion’s death.

Muhammad Ali’s childhood home, a modest pink house in Louisville, Kentucky, is now on the market. The two-bedroom, one-bathroom property, where Ali-then known as Cassius Clay-spent his early years, has been converted into a museum.
This historic collection, including two neighboring houses that have been turned into a gift shop and a short-term rental, is being valued at a staggering $1.4 million. The co-owner, George Bochetto, a former Pennsylvania state boxing commissioner, emphasizes the importance of preserving this piece of American history.

“This is a part of Americana,” Bochetto said. “This is part of our history, and it needs to be treated and respected as such.” Bochetto added, “You walk into this house, you’re going back to 1955, and you’re going to be in the middle of the Clay family home.”

A short-lived museum

The museum, which opened shortly after Ali’s death in 2016, was meticulously restored to reflect the heavyweight champion’s early days using photos as a guide. Despite its historical significance, the museum faced financial difficulties and closed less than two years after opening.

Various proposals to move it to cities like Las Vegas, Philadelphia, or even Saudi Arabia were all declined. Bochetto firmly believes the property should remain in Louisville, stating, “It’s an important piece of Louisville history, Kentucky history, and I think it needs to stay right where it is.”

This is not the first of the late boxer’s properties to hit the market recently. In mid-April, his former Italian Renaissance manor in Los Angeles went to auction, with bidding set to open on April 19.

Ali’s Los Angeles mansion

The more than 100-year-old abode in Hancock Park was acquired by the late boxing legend in 1979. Designed by architect John C. Austin, known for L.A. landmarks like City Hall and the Griffith Observatory, the mansion was home to Ali and his family until 1984. During his tenure, he hosted celebrities such as Sylvester Stallone, Clint Eastwood, and Michael Jackson.

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The Los Angeles mansion, a seven-bedroom property, was listed for a stunning $13.5 million. The auction is being handled by Concierge Auctions, alongside agents Stefani Stolper and Kristen Lawson of The Beverly Hills Estates, and June Ahn of Coldwell Banker Realty. Bidding will close on May 15, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of the boxing legend’s storied past.

For fans and historians alike, these properties offer a unique glimpse into the life of Muhammad Ali, from his humble beginnings in Louisville to his glamorous days in Los Angeles. The sale of these homes underscores the enduring legacy of one of the greatest athletes of all time.