In a move that perfectly blends high-stakes NFL drama with the intimate milestones of modern celebrity life, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has quietly delisted his luxurious Dana Point, California mansion from the market—just four days before delivering one of the most thrilling playoff performances of his career.
The decision, first reported by Realtor.com, comes at a transformative moment for the reigning NFL MVP: his team’s dramatic 27-24 wild-card victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on January 11, 2026, his wife Hailee Steinfeld’s radiant appearance at the 2026 Golden Globes while proudly showing off her baby bump, and the couple’s impending journey into parenthood.
The 2,808-square-foot modern masterpiece, which Allen originally purchased for $7.2 million in 2023 shortly after romance rumors with Steinfeld first surfaced, hit the market at an ambitious $8.5 million listing price in July 2025—mere weeks after the couple exchanged vows in a picturesque waterfront ceremony in California on May 31, 2025.
Featuring sleek architecture, ocean views, four bedrooms, and exclusive access to the private Monarch Bay Beach Club (complete with an oceanfront golf course that reportedly appealed to the golf-loving quarterback), the property was positioned as the ultimate offseason retreat from Buffalo’s harsh winters.
Yet just as the Bills prepared for their AFC wild-card clash against the Jaguars, the listing vanished from real estate platforms. Sources close to the situation suggest the pull reflects a deeper shift in priorities for the power couple.
With Steinfeld, the acclaimed actress known for roles in films like Bumblebee, The Edge of Seventeen, and the upcoming Sinners, now several months pregnant with their first child, the decision to retain the California home appears to be a deliberate choice to maintain a strong West Coast presence for family life, relaxation, and perhaps future creative projects.
The timing could hardly be more poetic. On the very day Allen removed the property from sale, he was busy orchestrating one of the most memorable comeback stories in recent playoff history.
Trailing in the fourth quarter amid a barrage of punishing hits from the Jaguars defense, Allen refused to wilt. He completed 28 of 35 passes for 273 yards and a touchdown, while adding two rushing scores—including the game-sealing one-yard plunge with just over a minute remaining.
The victory marked Buffalo’s first road playoff win in over three decades (since 1993), snapping a frustrating 0-5 road postseason skid under head coach Sean McDermott.
Allen’s bloodied-but-unbowed performance earned immediate praise as “Superman cape” territory, with analysts noting it may represent his clearest path yet to a Super Bowl run, especially with several top AFC contenders eliminated earlier in the season.
Meanwhile, across the country, Steinfeld lit up the 2026 Golden Globes red carpet, glowing in a stunning gown that tastefully accentuated her growing baby bump.
The event marked one of her first major public appearances since the couple announced their pregnancy in December 2025 via a heartfelt joint Instagram post—Steinfeld lifting her sweater to reveal “mother” written across her belly, followed by tender photos of the pair embracing.
The announcement followed a whirlwind timeline that has captivated fans: first linked in May 2023, hard-launched by Allen on Instagram in July 2024 during a romantic Paris trip, engaged on November 22, 2024 with a sunset proposal overlooking the water, married in an intimate California ceremony the following May, and now expecting in late 2025/early 2026.
Their relationship has always been characterized by a refreshing blend of privacy and genuine affection.
Unlike many celebrity couples who thrive on constant publicity, Allen and Steinfeld have largely kept their romance low-key, allowing moments like the engagement announcement (simply captioned “♾️ 11•22•24 ♾️”) and pregnancy reveal to speak volumes through simplicity.
Steinfeld has spoken warmly in interviews about finding “her person,” telling one outlet in late 2025, “I literally thank God every day that I found my person… Life makes sense. Everything makes sense.”
The retention of the Dana Point property fits neatly into this evolving narrative.
While the couple maintains a primary residence in Orchard Park, New York—built on a spacious plot Allen acquired near Highmark Stadium for under $1 million before constructing a custom home—the California house offers a sunny escape perfectly suited for a growing family.
With a baby on the way, the idea of having two beautiful homes in contrasting climates—one for the intensity of NFL season, the other for offseason recharge and family time—makes strategic and emotional sense.
Fans and observers have already begun speculating about what this means for the future.
Could the Bills’ continued playoff success lead to even bigger real estate moves? Might Steinfeld take on fewer intense film roles to focus on motherhood while still maintaining a Hollywood foothold? Or is this simply the latest chapter in a storybook romance that has balanced gridiron glory with Hollywood glamour?
For now, one thing is certain: Josh Allen is no longer just the quarterback carrying the Bills on his back—he’s a husband, soon-to-be father, and savvy property owner who knows when to hold onto something valuable.
As Buffalo marches into the divisional round, and as Hailee Steinfeld continues to shine both on red carpets and in private life, the delisting of that $8.5 million mansion feels less like a real estate footnote and more like a powerful declaration: this family is building something lasting, one thoughtful decision at a time.
In the unpredictable worlds of professional football and celebrity, few stories capture the magic of timing, commitment, and forward momentum quite like this one. And with a playoff win in the books and a baby on the horizon, Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld appear ready for whatever comes next—together.
