Nancy Barbato’s longtime Beverly Hills sanctuary is back on the market. The sprawling compound at 1121 North Beverly Drive, long anchored in Hollywood lore as the Sinatra family’s private retreat, opened for lease this week at $27,495 a month.
Few properties carry this pedigree. The gated residence sits across from Coldwater Canyon Park on more than an acre of terraced grounds, marking its first appearance on the rental market in over 35 years. Barbato, who married Frank Sinatra in 1939 and raised their three children—Nancy Jr., Frank Jr., and Tina—before their 1951 divorce, retained ownership of the property until her death in 2018 at the age of 101. Property records show the ranch-style estate subsequently traded hands in 2020 for $6.25 million, clearing the way for modern renovations that preserved its mid-century profile while rewiring its interiors for high-end luxury tenants.
Luxury leasing records filed through Compass list the residence fully furnished across 4,800 square feet. It holds five bedrooms and seven bathrooms, including a dedicated maid's suite tucked into the rear service wing. Hardwood floors run through the common areas, yielding to imported stone tiling across the kitchen and baths, while plush carpeting anchors the bedroom suites.
Light floods the central living room. High vaulted ceilings and overhead skylights frame the space, where French doors open wide toward the backyard gardens. A grand piano commands the corner, flanked by a shaded outdoor veranda built for quiet mornings above the canyon floor.
Yet the floor plan prioritizes large-scale hospitality. A formal dining room connects directly to a three-seat wet bar, backed by a temperature-controlled wine room built for serious collectors. The flow links interior lounging spaces directly with outdoor courtyards, giving the single-story layout the easy, relaxed cadence of classic mid-century California architecture.
| Property Parameter | Official Listing Specification |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 1121 North Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, CA |
| Monthly Asking Rent | $27,495 |
| Interior Living Space | Approximately 4,800 square feet |
| Land Lot Size | 1.0+ acres (landscaped hillside) |
| Bedroom & Bath Count | 5 Bedrooms (includes maid’s quarters), 7 Bathrooms |
| Last Open-Market Sale | $6.25 million (closed in 2020) |
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Privacy remains the estate's primary selling point. Tall security gates shield the perimeter from street view, opening into a broad motor court with a three-car enclosed garage and off-street parking for guest convoys. In the rear, a recently constructed raised infinity pool wraps around the primary terrace, looking out over city horizons and dense treetop canopies. An outdoor kitchen complete with a built-in barbecue grill and prep station borders the stone patio.
The family's Beverly Hills property legacy has seen renewed turnover. In 2023, a separate mid-century residence owned by Barbato’s daughter closed for $3 million, preserving vintage mirrored walls, parquet floors, and a dedicated martini bar. The North Beverly Drive estate presents a far grander footprint—combining decades of family history with contemporary amenities tailored for high-net-worth relocation. Compass leasing agents are currently reviewing qualified long-term applications for immediate occupancy.
| 3-car garage plus extended private driveway |