Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 23, 2025 · Entertainment

Katy Perry's $30M Montecito Mansion: A New Chapter or a Breakup Signal?

Katy Perry, 40, and Orlando Bloom, 48, are at the center of renewed break up rumors after DailyMail.com discovered that Chris Pratt has rented out their $30M home they vowed to raise their daughter Daisy in

Katy Perry's Shocking Betrayal: Singer Rents Out $30 Million Mansion, Leaving Fans Wondering About Her Marriage

TheScholarlyNote.com can exclusively reveal that Katy Perry has sparked fresh breakup rumors by quietly renting out the luxurious mansion she once vowed to raise her daughter in with Orlando Bloom. The Firework singer, 40, fought tooth and nail for years to get her hands on the $30 million estate in Montecito, California, only to hand over the keys to actor Chris Pratt – raising eyebrows about the state of her relationship with Bloom.

Perry's decision to rent out the sprawling Mediterranean-style compound has left fans stunned. The singer, known for her dedication to her music and personal life, seemed hell-bent on making this house her ultimate family home. She agreed a $15 million deal to acquire it in July 2020, writing to the retired business mogul Carl Westcott afterwards to express her "joy at being able to call it our home."

This is the same mansion that declining popstar Perry took an ailing veteran to court for. After years and a fortune in legal fees, she won her case against 85-year-old Carl Westcott

But behind-the-scenes drama has been brewing. Sources close to Perry reveal that she intends to live in the house in the future once the short-term rental is finished – sparking questions about why she wouldn't want to make this place her permanent family residence.

Meanwhile, Perry's personal life appears to be on shaky ground. Her marriage to Orlando Bloom has been under scrutiny lately, with recent reporting suggesting setbacks in her faltering pop career have seeped into their relationship.

The $30 Million Mansion: A Symbol of Their Relationship

Pratt, 46, recently moved into the sprawling estate with his author wife Katherine Schwarzenegger, 35, and their three children as they wait for their Brentwood mansion to be built

This stunning estate, perched in the foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains, is more than just a luxurious pad – it's a symbol of Perry and Bloom's commitment to each other. The eight-bed compound boasts a swimming pool, tennis court, and guesthouse, making it the ultimate family home.

But with Perry renting out the house to Chris Pratt and his family, fans are left wondering if her marriage is on the rocks. Pratt, 46, and his author wife Katherine Schwarzenegger, 35, recently moved into the estate while they build a new mansion in LA's Brentwood neighborhood. The rental property can fetch as much as $120,000 per month – making it a lucrative deal for Perry.

The Court Battle: A Turbulent History

Pratt posted two videos of him inside his new home to his public Instagram account

Perry's history with this mansion is marked by controversy and drama. She fought Westcott in court over the sale of the house, citing that his judgment was clouded due to powerful medication and ill health when he signed the papers. The court battle lasted years, with Perry ultimately being awarded the house.

But the drama didn't end there. Perry hired a team of 25 experts to look for faults she could use to knock the final price down to $9 million – sparking accusations that she was trying to take advantage of Westcott's vulnerable state.

Katy Perry's Career: A Floundering Pop Star

The kitchen of Perry's Montecito mansion. She had been dead set on making Wesctott's former eight-bed, Mediterranean-style compound her family home

As her personal life seems to be unraveling, Perry's music career is also under scrutiny. Her latest album, 143, received lukewarm reviews from fans and critics alike, with some calling it her worst release to date.

Perry's pop star status has been in decline for years, with many attributing it to her increasingly erratic behavior on social media. Her widely derided 11-minute Blue Origin trip into space in April only added fuel to the fire – sparking accusations that she's lost touch with reality.

The Future of Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom: A Marriage in Crisis

Orlando Bloom joined Katy Perry and their daughter Daisy Dove, five, in Australia on Sunday amid rumors of trouble in their relationship

With Perry renting out the mansion, fans are left wondering if her marriage is on the brink of collapse. The couple met at a Golden Globes after-party in 2016 and got engaged on Valentine's Day 2019. Their daughter, Daisy Dove Bloom, was born in August 2020.

As the drama surrounding their relationship continues to unfold, one thing is clear: Katy Perry's marriage to Orlando Bloom is facing unprecedented scrutiny. Will they survive this latest scandal, or will it be the final nail in the coffin of their relationship?

Stay tuned for more updates on TheScholarlyNote.com!

Recent reporting suggests setbacks in Perry's faltering pop career have seeped into her personal life, effecting her relationship with Bloom and even allegedly leading into an argument over her 11-minute Blue Origin trip to space in April

She agreed to a $15 million deal to acquire the home in July 2020 before the legal battle began after the veteran attempted to pull out of the deal

The mansion's backyard, equipped with a luxury porch, pool, launch chairs and staggered fountains. Carl Wescott's family attempted to argue that he was not sound of mind due to his medication when he agreed to the deal

Perry and Orlando met at a Golden Globes after-party in 2016. They split for a year but got engaged on Valentine's Day 2019.

Katy has been in Australia for the entire month of June, with the last performance of her Lifetimes Tour Down Under on June 30 in Adelaide. Seen here at the 2024 MTV VMAs

Westcott had tried to cancel the deal to sell the $15 million home to the couple. To this day, the LA County Superior Court had not resolved how much Westcott owes Perry after she demanded $6M in damages

The Montecito mansion's back entrance is complemented with blooming pink flowers and sculpted hedges surrounding the patio

When Westcott lived at the Montecito property he had numerous Western motifs such as the horse and cowboy painting on the living room wall

The stunning gardens include rose bushes and bougainvillea arches