As reported by Liz Lucking at Mansion Global, the boyhood home of Muhammad Ali—at 3302 Grand Ave., Louisville, Ky.—is being sold.
The pink-painted, two-bedroom house belonged to Cassius Marcellus Clay Sr. and his wife, Odessa Grady Clay. There, they raised two sons, Cassius Clay Jr. and his younger brother, Rudy.
A Piece of Boxing History
As a 12-year-old, Cassius Clay was directed into boxing by a neighborhood police officer. His interest in the sport deepened from watching televised bouts.
From that initial engagement, he went on to become one of the greatest heavyweight boxers in history.
A Dream Home Turned Museum
“This home is just like it was when we were boys,” Ali’s brother said in a statement. “My brother dreamed of being a boxing champion in this house—it’s truly where his enduring legacy began.”
After the Ali family vacated the site, it fell into disrepair until about 10 years ago. At that time, former Pennsylvania boxing commissioner George Bochetto and a business partner bought it.
They restored the dwelling to its appearance when the Clays were owners, hewing to such exact details as the subtle pattern of the original wallpaper. The museum was, however, unable to sustain itself, precipitating the sale.
The restoration included the revival of the exterior’s distinctive pink siding.
The address plate recalls the former occupants.
A local TV crew shot some of the interior, including the living room…
…And the retro kitchen.
The photographs from a separate listing show the backyard.
This historic home lists for $1.5 million.
Additional details on the former Clay/Ali home are available at Mansion Global.
