$5,815,301Average Value$166Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
An exclusive Malibu coastal community
In Western Malibu, right along the Pacific Coast Highway at Encinal Canyon Road, the cliffside enclave of Encinal Bluffs is a long line of gated, multi-million-dollar mansions that overlook the Pacific Ocean. Famous former neighbors include Brad Pitt, Ellen DeGeneres and Leonardo DiCaprio. “It’s a fabulous neighborhood. Despite its popularity with A-listers, though, it’s a friendly small-town community that protects exclusivity and privacy,” says Susan Monus, a Realtor at Coldwater Banker Realty who's lived and sold homes in Malibu for 35 years. Like the rest of Malibu, Encinal Bluffs is served by top-rated schools and has a low CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10.
Gated estates with private access to the Pacific Ocean
Estates here are set in individually gated compounds on multi-acre lots and sprawl from 4,000 to 20,000 square feet. All have unobstructed Pacific Ocean views and private staircases that meander down the bluffs to secluded beaches and hidden coves. Many homes date to the 1970s and '80s, and architectural styles range from Mediterranean mansions to Cape Cod-style retreats with wood-shingle siding. Prices range from about $10 million to upward of $25 million, and the neighborhood is in high demand; the average sale price rose by 122% between early 2024 and early 2025.
One of the highest rated school districts in Los Angeles
The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District earns an overall A-plus from Niche. Kids might start out at Malibu Elementary, advance to Malibu Middle and finish up at Malibu High; each school earns an A or higher from Niche. Malibu High stands out for its high graduation rate and strong STEM and Career Technical Education (CTE) programs. Just north of Malibu High, private Pepperdine University sits on an 830-acre campus overlooking the ocean, and is known for its business, law and public policy programs.
Nearby tide pools, surfing and hiking trails
Charmlee Wilderness Park is located across from Encinal Bluffs along Encinal Canyon Road, and offers more than 600 acres of hiking trails, wildflower fields and ocean views. El Matador State Beach is less than a mile away and at the bottom of a long wooden staircase, featuring dramatic sea stacks and tide pools. Leo Carillo State Beach, about 3 miles away, is one of Malibu's most popular surfing spots.
Area shopping and dining at Trancas Canyon Market and Malibu Village
The closest shopping and dining is about 6 miles away, across from Broad Beach at the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Trancas Canyon Road. There's a Starbucks here, as well as the Malibu Brewing Company beer garden and Trancas Country Market, a small retail complex that includes the gourmet Vintage Grocers. Malibu Colony Plaza is about 11 miles away, with a Ralph's Fresh Fare grocery store, a CVS and popular eateries like Zinque, a French bistro. Malibu Village is about a mile farther, with beach-chic clothing and home decor, indoor-outdoor restaurants like Taverna Tony and an outpost of popular L.A. chain Alfred Coffee.
Pacific Coast Highway leads to Downtown Santa Monica and Interstate 10
Pacific Coast Highway (locally known as "PCH") runs alongside the community, leading about 25 miles southeast to Downtown Santa Monica and Interstate 10 (locally known as "the 10.") Downtown Los Angeles is 44 miles away via PCH and the 10. California Route 23 is just across PCH from Encinal Bluffs, and leads about 14 miles over the hill to Westlake Village and U.S. Highway 101. UCLA Health Malibu Primary Care is about 13 miles away, while the closest major hospitals, Santa Monica UCLA and Providence Saint John's, are in Downtown Santa Monica. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is 36 miles away, a roughly one-hour trip. For private air travel, Van Nuys Airport is about 43 miles away.
Wildfire risk and high insurance premiums
According to Monus, the recent Pacific Palisades fire impacted Eastern Malibu, but not Western Malibu, where Encinal Bluffs is located. The area's risk of wildfire damage remains high, however, so fire insurance is crucial but pricey, with annual premiums often exceeding $50,000. Residents are encouraged to landscape with fire-resistant plants, sign up for CalFire emergency alerts and keep “go bags” ready.
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Step into classic Malibu living with this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom Cape Cod-style home, located in the desirable Broad Beach community. Positioned adjacent to the sands of Sea Level Beach, this inviting residence places the surf and shoreline right at your fingertips. Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac, the home features a bright, open floor plan with high ceilings, hardwood floors, and a cozy fireplace
The Encinal Beach House - Located on a stunning stretch of the Malibu coastline where properties are rarely offered for sale, this beachfront home sits in a small pocket cove known as El Sol surrounded by large bluff properties and very few other homes directly on the sand. Nestled in a low bluff above the beautiful Pacific Ocean with direct access to one of the most private and coveted beaches
Located on the exclusive bluffs of Broad Beach, along one of Malibu's most prestigious enclaves, this modern home captures the perfect blend of luxury living and coastal romance. Breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Point Dume stretch almost endlessly beyond the walls of glass and expansive decks, while the soundtrack of the waves are constant, serene and soothing. Polished wood, clean
Live the Malibu lifestyle adjacent to the beach in this 4-bedroom, 3-bath Cape Cod-style home located in the desirable Broad Beach neighborhood. Ideally positioned across from picturesque Sea Level Beach, this home offers easy beach access and the relaxed vibe of coastal living. Located on a peaceful cul-de-sac, the home features a spacious living room with vaulted ceilings, wood floors, and a
Live like you are on a permanent vacation in this oceanfront home nestled in a low bluff above the beautiful Pacific ocean offering direct beach access to one of the most private and coveted beaches in Malibu. This property sits on a private gated street down off of PCH with an incredible oceanfront location where tranquility and an indoor/outdoor lifestyle are combined. Top of the line finishes
Nestled on a double lot in Western Malibu, this exceptional estate boasts a spacious, light-filled home with soaring ceilings, breathtaking ocean views, and lush landscaping, offering unparalleled privacy. The dual lots create a serene setting around the gated Cape Cod-style main residence and guest house, offering seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining spaces with the sounds of the waves as a
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
502
Median Age
60
Population under 18
11.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
38.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$149,999
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$175,195
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.6%
College Graduates
68.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.2%
% Population in Labor Force
43.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
8/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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