Encinal Bluffs
Neighborhood in Malibu, California
Los Angeles County 90265
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.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.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.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.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.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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Agents Specializing in this Area
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The Dave Walter Team
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The Dave Walter Team
Responds QuicklyPinnacle Estate Properties, Inc.
(805) 874-6582
356 Total Sales
1 in Encinal Bluffs
$42,250,000 Price
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Joshua Altman
Joshua Altman
Responds QuicklyDouglas Elliman of California, Inc.
(424) 414-6245
502 Total Sales
1 in Encinal Bluffs
$7,475,000 Price
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David Friedman
David Friedman
Responds QuicklyRodeo Realty
(747) 888-6970
59 Total Sales
1 in Encinal Bluffs
$3,850,000 Price
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Chris Cortazzo
Chris Cortazzo
Compass
(424) 346-6262
229 Total Sales
13 in Encinal Bluffs
$2.5M - $38.5M Price Range
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Gregory Corinth
Gregory Corinth
Rodeo Realty
(424) 688-1659
9 Total Sales
3 in Encinal Bluffs
$2.4M - $7.4M Price Range
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Jeff Chertow
Jeff Chertow
Pinnacle Estate Properties
(424) 781-1459
52 Total Sales
3 in Encinal Bluffs
$1.2M - $42.3M Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Charmlee Wilderness Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Encinal Bluffs | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Encinal Bluffs Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Encinal Bluffs, Malibu sell after 159 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Encinal Bluffs, Malibu over the last 12 months is $9,425,000, up 35% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$10,500,000
Median Sale Price
$9,425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$9,511,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$4,500,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
16%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
35%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$3,285
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
236
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
20.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,400
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,992
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Open Houses
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Wednesday, Jun 1810am - 12:30pm
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Sunday, Jun 222 - 5pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
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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Nearby Neighborhoods
Malibu West
A budget-friendly starter neighborhood by Malibu standards
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