$1,795,000
$104K PRICE DROP

1256 N Topanga Canyon Blvd Topanga, CA 90290

Estimated payment $11,175/month

Total Views 7,289
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,678 Sq Ft
$670 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • 0.64 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

Find charm, character, and opportunity at this unique Topanga compound surrounded by sheltering oaks. Set on a picturesque lot, this inviting property features three separate dwellings, each offering its own private outdoor space. The main home, a two-bedroom, one-bath retreat, welcomes you with soaring ceilings and an appealing fireplace. Rich wood accents and high-end finishes create a modern treehouse feel, perfect for serene evenings or lively gatherings. The one-bedroom guest house enjoys its own garden of fruit trees and a covered porch for taking in stunning canyon views. The studio guest cabin exudes boho-chic charm with a Topanga iron-rock fireplace and a private gated yard. Each home is designed with indoor-outdoor living in mind, inviting the natural beauty of Topanga inside. This compound has been a successful source of income for the current owner while maintaining the soulful vibe that Topanga is known for. Enjoy easy access to Topanga's most beloved shops, cafes, and trails, with the beach, Malibu, and Woodland Hills just minutes away. A truly Topanga abode full of history, heart, and potential.

Listing Agent

Elaine Hanson

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01409424 Listed on: 04/30/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listing Agent

Linda Benaddi

Ashby & Graff License #02017985

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,168

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 0.64 Acre Lot
  • Hillside Location
  • Property is zoned LCR110000*

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • 10 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Canyon
  • Hills

Interior Spaces

  • 2,678 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry Located Outside
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Shed
  • Detached Guest House

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4441-024-004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,168

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Levels: One
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Exclusions: Some light fixtures, wi-fi system
  • Living Area: 2678
  • Lot Acreage: 0.6368
  • Probate: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Number Of Photos: 46
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Flooring: Mixed
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Full Bathroom: 3
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Eating Areas: Dining Area
  • Laundry: Inside, Outside
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Hood Fan, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 670.28

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: GuestHouse, Other, Shed(s)
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Pool: No
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Canyon, Hills, Trees/Woods, Tree Top
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Other Spaces: 10
  • Parking Garage: Garage, Driveway, Uncovered
  • Total Parking: 10

Utilities

  • Heating: Central
  • Sewer: Septic Tank

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: Los Angeles Unified

Lot Info

  • Special Zoning: Coastal Commission
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4441-024-004
  • Lot Location: Canyon, Hillside
  • Lot Size Area: 27741

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 3

MLS Schools

  • School District: Los Angeles Unified

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $16,168 $1,334,668 $1,276,642 $58,026
2024 $16,168 $1,308,499 $1,251,610 $56,889
2023 $15,662 $1,282,843 $1,227,069 $55,774
2022 $14,830 $1,257,690 $1,203,009 $54,681
2021 $14,684 $1,233,030 $1,179,421 $53,609
2020 $14,814 $1,220,388 $1,167,328 $53,060
2019 $14,204 $1,196,460 $1,144,440 $52,020
2018 $14,131 $1,173,000 $1,122,000 $51,000
2016 $1,400 $92,730 $63,351 $29,379
2015 $1,381 $91,338 $62,400 $28,938
2014 $1,411 $89,550 $61,178 $28,372
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Price Changed $1,795,000 -5.5% $670 / Sq Ft
04/30/2025 04/30/25 For Sale $1,899,000 +65.1% $709 / Sq Ft
04/13/2017 04/13/17 Sold $1,150,000 -6.1% $859 / Sq Ft
03/01/2017 03/01/17 Pending -- -- --
02/27/2017 02/27/17 For Sale $1,225,000 -- $915 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Grant Deed $1,150,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $636,150 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $240,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $30,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $190,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 25530713

The MLS

APN: 4441-024-004