When Muhammad Ali's conviction for evading a draft was overturned, he was able to return to the ring and reside in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The three-time world heavyweight champion has lived from 1971 to 1974 in these 10,000 square feet, five-bedroom "Tuscan-style villa" which sits on 1.5 acres.
After Muhammad Ali moved out, McDonald's franchiser Tony Micale bought the ranch and added great amenities like a tennis court, catering kitchen, and glass-enclosed hot tub room. The villa also boasts a stunning central atrium, original glass chandelier from Ali's days, a 45-foot bar, a volleyball/basketball/shuffleboard court, marble heated flooring, and an in-law suite. The sprawling property is listed for just $750,000.
The home is centered on the landscaped atrium that creates a calm sanctuary feeling in every corner.
The kitchen is perfect for entertaining guests who features a jaguar granite island, state-of-the-art appliances, steamer, grill, a double oven, fryer, and wine cooler. The formal dining room is beautifully located right off the kitchen as reported by 6sqft news.
The master suite features a walk-in closet and a bathroom with a Jacuzzi tub, bidet, stall shower, and double sinks.
On the lower level, there's a large open floor plan with a 45-foot bar with seating capacity of more than 12 people and a 40-foot heated pool that overlooks the surrounding areas.
According to the New Jersey news, the 1.5-acre estate of the former three-time heavyweight world champion is enclosed by atrium that creates "a serene sanctuary feeling in every room," according to the listing. The villa has an attached and detached garage and an intercom system linked to the front gate of the property.
According to an article regarding the property, Ali sold the villa in 1974 at the time of his bout with Joe Frazier. He was paid $108,000 for it and sunk more than $200,000 into upgrades.
The champ's former "massive retreat in South Jersey is one to be seen," the listing says.
