Published: September 22, 2024, 01:10h.
Last revised on: September 22, 2024, 01:10h.
The former residence of the late Kenny Rogers, known for his iconic song “The Gambler,” is now on sale for $2.47 million.
Rogers and his wife bought the property at 5450 Claire Rose Lane in Sandy Springs north of Atlanta in 2019 for just over $1.7 million.
Moving from John’s Creek due to health reasons, Rogers relocated closer to his medical team following a bladder cancer diagnosis.
Now, Rogers’ widow, Wanda Rogers-Webb, is selling their French Country-style house to start a new chapter after remarrying.
Rogers-Webb expressed mixed emotions about leaving the home where they shared memories for over two decades.
Spanning 6,000 square feet on 0.6 acres, the house includes six bedrooms, six baths, an owner’s suite on the ground level, a butler’s pantry, a wine fridge, an elevator, a poker room, a movie theater, and an outdoor pool with a hot tub.
Within just 10 days of being listed, the property is already marked as “active under contract” on online real estate platforms.
The potential buyer will not only acquire a piece of Rogers’ history but also inherit an annual property tax bill nearing $19,000.
Rogers passed away in March 2020 at the age of 81.
The Story Behind “The Gambler”
Though known for singing about poker strategy, Rogers did not pen his most famous song.
“The Gambler” was originally written by Don Schlitz in 1976 and later covered by Rogers, becoming a chart-topping hit.
After hearing the song, Rogers struck a deal with Schlitz to record it, leading to his version reaching No. 1 on the country music charts.
Notably, other artists like Johnny Cash also recorded their own versions of “The Gambler.”
Rogers’ Real Estate Ventures
Apart from music, Rogers had a keen interest in real estate, owning properties in notable areas like Los Angeles, Malibu, and Las Vegas.
Before gaining fame, Rogers frequently performed at the Golden Nugget in Las Vegas and continued to visit post-success.
During the 1990s, Rogers owned a 7,249-square-foot home in Las Vegas, which he later sold to billionaire Phil Ruffin.