According to an article published this week by the Wall Street Journal, a substantial parcel in Beverly Hills has been whisper-listed for sale at $85 million by a Saudi royal. Unnamed sources indicated that the owner of the property is a second-generation member of the House of Saud.

The property extends to 6.7 acres, and, unsurprisingly, is being marketed for its subdivision potential. The residence dates to 1961, and may well be replaced by a series of opulent builds; the hilltop land on Ridgecrest Drive offers a breathtaking survey of the city, from downtown to the pacific.

An aerial shot shows the main house, landscaped gardens, tennis court, and guest house. The property is wooded and quite private.

Public records show that the property has been owned by an LLC, Ridgecrest Holdings, since 1995.

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