David Gilmour's Former Essex Home Listed For £1 Million

Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour's former home in Essex is on the market for around £1 million. This is a significant price for a property needing work.
By Newsroom | Property, Music |

ESSEX PROPERTY, ONCE HOME TO PINK FLOYD GUITARIST DAVID GILMOUR, SEEKS NEW CUSTODIANS FOR AROUND £1 MILLION.

A FIVE-BEDROOM farmhouse, situated on the outskirts of Roydon, Essex, formerly inhabited by Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour, has been listed for sale. The property, which sits on approximately 4.6 acres of land, is reportedly in need of significant refurbishment.

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The country residence, acquired by Gilmour in the 1970s, is being marketed with a price tag hovering near £1 million, with some reports indicating £1.1 million. Alongside the main house, the grounds feature several outbuildings, including stables, garages, and a summer house. Sources suggest that one of these structures may have served as the site for Gilmour's early home recording studio, where he is believed to have worked on material during his tenure with the band.

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The property boasts five bedrooms and is divided into multiple reception rooms on its ground floor, alongside a kitchen, utility area, pantry, and cloakroom. Its location places it between the towns of Harlow and Broadley Common.

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PROPERTY HISTORY AND GILMOUR'S CURRENT HOLDINGS

During his time at the Essex property, Gilmour is said to have added amenities such as a music room, a home studio, and a swimming pool he reportedly dug himself. He also utilized a trials bike to traverse the extensive grounds, which once housed Pink Floyd’s communal vehicle.

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Currently, Gilmour's property portfolio includes a farm in West Sussex and a house in Hampstead.

It is worth noting that another of Gilmour's properties, a £15 million mansion, has reportedly been on the market for over three years without a sale, with one report suggesting the price has been halved. Residents have characterized the prolonged sale of this other estate as a "millstone around their necks," with some attributing the situation to "rock star hubris and arrogance."

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is David Gilmour's old house in Essex for sale?
The 5-bedroom farmhouse where Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour used to live is now on the market. It is located on about 4.6 acres of land outside Roydon, Essex.
Q: How much does David Gilmour's former home in Essex cost?
The property is listed for sale for around £1 million. Some reports say the price could be as high as £1.1 million.
Q: What is special about David Gilmour's former Essex home?
This 5-bedroom house was owned by Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour in the 1970s. It is thought that he may have recorded early Pink Floyd music in a building on the property.
Q: What condition is the house in?
The property is described as needing significant repairs and refurbishment. It includes five bedrooms, several reception rooms, and land with stables and garages.
Q: What happens next for the property?
A new owner will buy the house and likely spend money to fix it up. It is unclear if they will use it for music or as a private home.