Actress Emma Stone sells Austin mansion she never lived in for $23.5 million

By Charlie Lankston Despite putting in more than 3 years of work on the home, Stone and her husband changed their plans to move to Texas. Emma Stone and Dave McCary attend a screening at the Venice International Film Festival Aug. 28, 2025 in Venice, Italy. Actress Emma Stone will kick off 2026 with one less thing to worry about-after offloading her newly renovated Texas mansion, less than a year after listing the property for $23.5 million. The "La La Land" starlet and her husband, Dave McCary, originally purchased the "landmark" dwelling in an off-market deal in 2021, with reports at the time suggesting that the duo were planning to relocate their family to Austin full time and use the property as their primary residence. Because Texas is a non-disclosure state, and the deal was carried out privately, the exact amount that the couple paid for the home has never been revealed. Stone, 37, and McCary, 40, who wed in 2020, embarked on an extensive renovation of the dwelling soon after buying it-with plans indicating that the seven-bedroom abode, which dates back to the 1940s, was going to be carefully restored, while also being outfitted with a swath of modern amenities. Despite putting in more than three years of work on the home, the couple U-turned on their plans to move to Texas in May of this year when they put the dwelling on the market-with listing agent Eric Moreland revealing to the Wall Street Journal at the time that they decided it made more sense to continue living in New York, for now, because their work requires them to be in the city so regularly. When the home was initially listed, renovations had yet to be completed-however, work on the property was finally completed in the fall, when new photos of the freshly painted abode were added to the online portfolio, revealing the extent of the transformation carried out by Stone and McCary, who never actually moved into the abode. It appears the finished product proved far more appealing to a buyer than the half-completed version-with records showing that the couple has officially closed on a sale of their home, less than a year after it went on the market, although the final price they agreed to has not been revealed. The exact sale date is also not public-Moreland's website simply states that the home was "sold in 2025." News of the sale comes just a few weeks after the listing was updated to reflect the stunning work that had been done to the home after Stone and McCary bought it, showcasing the incredible transformation carried out in every space of the dwelling. In the kitchen, for example, elegant floral-embellished pink tiles now occupy the backsplash area, while a stunning dark wood-and-marble island takes center stage in the open-plan cooking space. The kitchen leads into a dining space and living area with floor-to-ceiling windows that help to fill the bright and airy room with ample natural light. Adding a cozy touch to that space is an elegant fireplace, while space for a media center was also added. "The interior is thoughtfully designed by the architects and expertly crafted by Koch Construction to reflect a respect for tradition, with exquisite millwork and luxurious details not often seen in today's modern homes," the listing noted. "Herringbone oak and brick floors, creamy marble on fireplace surrounds and counters, and intricate leaded-glass windows are viewed through arched doorways to lend every space a sense of grace and elegance. "Flooded with light, rooms feel both timeless and fresh. The expansive living and dining rooms offer space for refined entertaining on a large scale, complemented by intimate places for quiet conversation." In addition to the open-plan kitchen and living area, the home also boasts a wood-paneled library, a beautiful solarium, a playroom, and a screening room that comes complete with its own bar. Head upstairs via the sweeping curved staircase and you will be met with several bedrooms, the pinnacle of which is the primary suite. That space features its very own fireplace, as well as an enormous en suite bathroom that was decked out with moody burgundy tile and dark wood finishes, as well as an enormous soaking tub that takes center stage in the space. The bathroom leads into a beautiful dressing room that has been given a feminine feel courtesy of pale floral wallpaper, while the walk-in closet is the epitome of luxury, featuring a seemingly endless array of storage options as well as an enormous mirrored wall to ensure each look can be scrutinized before it is showed off to the world. Another of the nine full bathrooms in the home has a much lighter and brighter feel, featuring pale blue tile and white marble countertops, while the two powder rooms have both been filled with colorful and bold floral wallpapers. More from Realtor.com: My Family and I Spent $150K to Turn a 100-Year-Old Train Car Into an Airbnb That Earns $68K per Year While Stone and McGary never actually moved into the home, the listing photos also included virtual staging to show a prospective buyer what the property might have looked like with elegant furniture in place. Situated on a 1.24-acre parcel, the home's exterior is almost as spectacular as its interior, offering elegantly landscaped gardens, including a special "fairy garden," while a shimmering swimming pool provides the perfect place to cool down in the hot Texas weather. "Extraordinary, newly restored estate in Austin's most desirable neighborhood," the listing said of the home. "Located in Tarrytown, one of the oldest enclaves in the city, this compound is surrounded by some of the city's finest residences on an oak-shaded street. "The sprawling grounds feature a lush landscape worthy of a country estate, including a cutting garden, fairy garden and plenty of lawn space on which to entertain and play. A screened breezeway offers protected outdoor living space overlooking the shimmering pool. "This is a home that will stand the test of time, its refined design and meticulous craftsmanship providing shelter and joy for generations to come." More from Realtor.com: These Kids Under 18 Invested Over $70 Million in 2025. What That Will Mean for Their Housing Prospects Once They Get Older Although the property was not listed on the MLS, it was understood to have been the most expensive home on the market in Austin before its sale, with records indicating that there is just one other property currently available with an asking price of $20 million or more. It seemed back in August that Stone and McGary might have found themselves a buyer, when the listing was updated to show that the property was "pending offer," however that deal never closed. Fortunately, Stone has experience in dealing with the ups and downs of the real estate market, having bought, renovated, and sold a fair few dwellings. More from Realtor.com: Global Tech Hub Posts the Biggest Jump Among Top Metros in the Hottest Markets Ranking In 2024, she offloaded a picturesque compound in Los Angeles for more than $300,000 over her $3.99 million asking price, securing a buyer for the property just a few weeks after she listed it. The actress had originally paid $2.3 million for the dwelling five years earlier, netting her quite the pretty profit on the sale. That sale followed another very successful West Coast real estate deal that the actress secured for a midcentury modern abode in Malibu, which she listed for sale for $4.3 million-only to nab a buyer who purchased the property for more than $4.4 million. More from Realtor.com: Karoline Leavitt Discusses Her 'Unusual' Age Gap Marriage With Real Estate Investor Husband-and Her Parents' 'Challenging' Reaction to Romance However, Stone has had less luck in the Big Apple, where she took a loss on a West Village condo back in 2021. The actress purchased the one-bedroom condo in 2016, paying $2.4 million. Two years later, the stylish space came on the market for $2.65 million, and then in 2019, its price was dropped to $2.49 million. She eventually sold the space for $2.25 million in December 2021. This story originally ran on Realtor.com. This content was created by MarketWatch, which is operated by Dow Jones & Co. MarketWatch is published independently from Dow Jones Newswires and The Wall Street Journal. (END) Dow Jones Newswires 12-15-25 0458ET