Singer Jessica Simpson is making a bold move as she navigates the end of her 11-year marriage to retired NFL player Eric Johnson. The multi-hyphenate star has listed her Hidden Hills mansion for $17.9 million, signaling a fresh start. The timing of the sale, coming just two days before the couple announced their separation, adds another layer to the financial and emotional recalibration Simpson is undertaking.
Divorce On the Horizon?
According to Finance Monthly, the couple originally purchased the property in 2013 for $11.5 million from rock legends Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne. Over the years, the 13,274-square-foot estate became a haven for the couple and their three children, whom they raised in the home.
Now, with its price reduced from an earlier $22 million listing, Simpson seems determined to attract a buyer quickly and move forward with this new chapter in her life.
Financial records show Simpson and Johnson leveraged the estate significantly over the past decade, securing more than $22 million in loans. The borrowing began with a $7.3 million mortgage with JPMorgan Chase in 2015, followed by an $8 million loan in 2017. Subsequent loans with Platinum Loan Servicing Inc. and the Bank of Southern California indicate that the couple relied heavily on the property as collateral for their financial dealings, Finance Monthly reported in November 2024.
The decision to list the home at $17.9 million — a $4.1 million reduction from its initial September 2023 price — suggests a pragmatic approach to selling. By adjusting the price, Simpson appears focused on closing the deal quickly, likely to simplify the financial complexities tied to the property amid her divorce.
The Hidden Hills estate is a masterpiece of luxury living. Situated on 2.25 acres in a private, gated community, the home boasts seven bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, and countless high-end features. From the reclaimed brick fireplace in the family room to the chef’s kitchen with premium Wolf appliances, every detail reflects Simpson’s refined taste.
Floor-to-ceiling windows create a seamless connection between the home’s interior and its picturesque outdoor spaces, which include expansive lawns, a spa, a shallow pool, and multiple seating areas designed for entertaining. A separate guesthouse and a four-car garage add to the property’s appeal, making it as functional as it is beautiful.
The family recently, had to evacuate the home due to the raging wildfires in Los Angeles, according to E! News.
Simpson’s financial acumen has been on display in recent years, particularly with her bold move in 2021 to reclaim the Jessica Simpson Collection.
After placing a $65 million bid to regain full ownership during Sequential Brands Group’s bankruptcy, Simpson revealed that she had “drained everything” to secure the deal.
Her estimated net worth of $200 million provides a cushion, but Simpson has always prioritized active involvement in her business ventures.
The separation from Johnson raises inevitable questions about the couple’s financial arrangements. Reports from their 2011 engagement suggested Johnson was initially hesitant to sign a prenuptial agreement. Simpson, who publicly regretted not having a prenup during her first marriage to Nick Lachey, may face similar challenges in dividing assets this time around.
With three children to co-parent — Maxwell, 11, Ace, 10, and Birdie, 4 — Simpson has emphasized her commitment to putting her family first.
In her statement to E! News, she said, “Eric and I have been living separately navigating a painful situation in our marriage. Our children come first, and we are focusing on what is best for them.”
The sale of the Hidden Hills mansion represents more than a financial decision — it’s a chance for Simpson to close one chapter and begin another. The property has been a backdrop for milestones in her family’s life, but now it stands as a symbol of transition and opportunity.
As Simpson moves forward, she’s requested privacy to handle these changes in her own way.
“We are grateful for all of the love and support that has been coming our way,” she wrote. “And appreciate privacy right now as we work through this as a family.”
