Boxing legend Mike Tyson acquires $2.5m mansion in old neighbourhood [Photos]

 

Boxing legend, Mike Tyson, has reportedly acquired a new and bigger mansion in his old neighbourhood, following the sale of his Vegas mansion.

The former boxing legend is said to have upgraded as his Vegas mansion, which he has just put up for sale at $1.5m, has nothing on this new acquirement.

The 49-yr-old's mansion is a two-story, 8,149-square-foot mansion in Henderson, Nevada, which he got at a staggering $2.5million, and is reportedly at the end of the street from his old house, which houses Clark County records show.

 

Tyson and his wife are reported to have concluded the deal on December 28, 2015.

The spanking new six-bedroom home, which is located in a gated community, has two detached casitas, an outdoor fireplace, lush landscaping, marble flooring and a grand entry.

 

Luxury homes of Las Vegas has revealed that the brokerage firm has listed Tyson's old mansion for $1.5m.

County records revealed that the home had been acquired by Tyson back in 2008 for $1.7m from NBA player, Jalen Rose.

 

Daily Mail reports that the former mansion has been 'Smartly updated' for the resale, with the boost in finances attributed to the legend's animated TV series, Mike Tyson Mysteries, celebrity appearances, endorsements and a renewed business savvy'.