Joel Simkhai, the founder and former CEO of Grindr, has placed his Hollywood Hills residence on the market with an asking price of $14.99 million. The five-bedroom estate, located at 8366 Sunset View Drive, sits adjacent to a property owned by billionaire lottery winner Edwin Castro at 8365 Sunset View Drive.

Simkhai, who launched Grindr in 2009 as one of the earliest popular location-based social apps, purchased the Sunset View Drive home in 2020 for approximately $13 million, according to public records. The modern Spanish villa-style property, built in 2017, was designed with interiors by the late Tim Campbell, known for his expertise in restoring midcentury-modern architecture. The home encompasses 8,771 square feet on a 0.43-acre lot and features an elevator, sculptural staircase, hardwood floors, terrazzo surfaces, antique brass accents, and walnut millwork.

The residence offers panoramic views that stretch from Hollywood to Malibu, including Downtown Los Angeles, Long Beach, the Pacific Ocean, and Catalina Island on clear days. Simkhai has described the view as "unforgettable," highlighting the property's location within a secure enclave benefiting from the proximity to Castro’s 24-hour security.

The interior layout includes a chef’s kitchen with a double island and a butler’s pantry, a main living area opening onto a terrace with an infinity-edge pool, and a primary bedroom suite featuring a sitting room, two bathrooms, two walk-in closets, and an outdoor patio. Additional amenities are located on the lower entertainment floor accessible by elevator, boasting a home theater, bar lounge with a video wall, home gym, wine cellar, and sauna.

Simkhai previously owned a different Hollywood Hills home that was sold in 2021 to actor Brad Pitt, who acquired it from musician Dave Keuning of the Killers and his wife, interior designer Emilie Keuning. The earlier property had been purchased by the Keunings from Simkhai for around $9.6 million.

The current listing is being handled by brokers Josh and Matt Altman of the Altman Brothers Team at Douglas Elliman. Simkhai noted that although he bought the home for its rare combination of architecture, views, and location, he never made it his primary residence and is now offering it to potential buyers to make their own.