Infamous Las Vegas Underground Bunker Home Back on Market for $8.5 Million
LAS VEGAS, NV – Las Vegas’ infamous “Underground House” has been listed on the market this week, with the seller asking a cool $8.5 million for the extraordinarily unique and eccentric subterranean residence.
Essentially a “doomsday bunker” located 26 feet underground – with a 2,300 square-foot, two-bedroom house located above-ground that serves as a gateway to entering the underground house – the property was originally built in 1978 by Avon cosmetics executive and subterranean living enthusiast Jerry Henderson and architect Jay Swayze. The one-of-a-kind dwelling originally cost $10 million to build, and is situated within a 15,000 square-foot steel-reinforced concrete bunker.
Despite its intended purpose being to survive a potential nuclear holocaust, the underground house – which boasts 5,000 square-feet of living space and retains its authentic 1970’s design aesthetic to this day – features numerous amenities, including a pool, terraces, a waterfall, a generator, and a 1,000-gallon water tank.
“One of America’s most extraordinary residences: The Underground House,” reads the Redfin listing, which refers to the property as the world’s largest “Atomitat,” a Cold War-era luxury bunker designed for self-sufficient living.
3970 SPENCER STREET, LAS VEGAS – $8,500,000.00
Featuring a total 5 bedrooms, 6 baths over 2 homes (one above ground and one below ground), an indoor pool, putting green, theater, dance floor, bar, saunas, and a programmable faux sky, it recreates the feeling of being above ground while offering total privacy and security,” the listing continues. “Hand-painted landscape murals, sculpted trees, and retro 1970s design details create an immersive, time-capsule setting unlike any other. This is a rare investment opportunity – ideal as a private residence, event venue, museum, luxury rental, or cultural landmark. A true piece of Las Vegas history and a chance to own a property that is equal parts residence, attraction, and legend.”
Previously, the property sold in 1990 for $1.3 million after Henderson passed away, and again in 2005 for $2 million. The Stasis Foundation – which reportedly advocates for cryogenics, or the practice of freezing humans for scientific purposes – purchased it in 2014 for $1,150,000. However, the property’s current owner is not publicly known.
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