M
Seller's Agent in 2014
Melissa Oliver
Coldwell Banker Realty
(310) 403-4455
40 Total Sales
20115 Observation Dr Topanga, CA 90290
Estimated Value: $1,448,000 - $1,641,564
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,100
Sq Ft
$1,406/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Detached Guest House
- Mountain View
- Wood Flooring
- 0.76 Acre Lot
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Farmhouse Style Home
About This Home
As of May 2014ESCAPE TO NATURE AT THIS SPRAWLING TOPANGA RETREAT BUILT IN THE 1930'S AS A PRIVATE DANCE HALL AND MOUNTAIN GET-A-WAY. THE MAIN STRUCTURE IS A STUNNING ORIGINAL WITH A MASSIVE SUN FILLED TWO STORY GREAT ROOM WITH BEAUTIFUL OPEN BEAMED CEILINGS, ORIGINAL HEART WOOD DOUGLAS FIR FLOORS, AND A HAND BUILT IRON STONE FIREPLACE. THERE IS AN OPEN TREE TOP SLEEPING LOFT WHICH OVERLOOKS THE FLOWERING GARDENS PLUS A SMALL 2ND BEDROOM, FULL BATH, AND GALLEY KITCHEN. OFF THE FRONT PORCH IS A SEPARATE GARDEN ROOM USED AS A DINING ROOM AND OFFICE. EXPLORE STONE PATHWAYS LEADING TO VIEW DECKS AND DOWN TO THE GUEST HOUSE AND FURTHER TO A FULLY SELF CONTAINED YURT WITH KITCHEN, BATH, AND PRIVATE DECK. THE ONE CAR GARAGE IS PERFECT FOR YOUR CLASSIC ROADSTER OR TRIUMPH. THERE IS APX. .76 ACRES OF USABLE LAND WITH TOWERING TREES, A HUGE GRASSY LAWN, AND DISTANT CANYON VIEWS. LOCATED IN CLIMATE PERFECT FERNWOOD CLOSE TO TRAILS AND ALWAYS COMFORTED BY COOL OCEAN BREEZES.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #00894644 Listed on: 03/21/2014
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 33,251 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned LCR110
Parking
- Garage
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
Interior Spaces
- 1,100 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Great Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Loft
- Wood Flooring
- Mountain Views
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- 1 Full Bathroom
Additional Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Detached Guest House
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 4447-031-014
Ownership History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 5, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$54,000
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 21, 2014
Closed on
Apr 14, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Melissa Oliver
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Paul Ferra
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,098,000
Sold Price
$936,666
Premium/Discount to List
-$161,334
-14.69%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.21%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 15, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$607,500
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 26, 2001
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
7.21%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 24, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,080,000 | Equity Title Company | ||
| $937,000 | Equity Title Company | ||
| $810,000 | First American Title Co | ||
| -- | North American Title | ||
| -- | North American Title | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $54,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $607,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | $275,000 | ||
| Closed | $40,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2014 05/08/14 | Sold | $936,666 | -6.2% | $852 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2014 04/09/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/01/2014 04/01/14 | Price Changed | $999,000 | -9.0% | $908 / Sq Ft |
| 03/21/2014 03/21/14 | For Sale | $1,098,000 | -- | $998 / Sq Ft |
Source: The MLS
Tax History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| 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 | $14,953 | $1,228,851 | $983,082 | $245,769 |
| 2024 | $14,640 | $1,204,756 | $963,806 | $240,950 |
| 2023 | $14,330 | $1,181,134 | $944,908 | $236,226 |
| 2022 | $13,559 | $1,157,976 | $926,381 | $231,595 |
| 2021 | $13,419 | $1,135,271 | $908,217 | $227,054 |
| 2019 | $12,977 | $1,101,600 | $881,280 | $220,320 |
| 2018 | $12,921 | $1,080,000 | $864,000 | $216,000 |
| 2016 | $11,633 | $970,294 | $776,236 | $194,058 |
| 2015 | $11,446 | $955,721 | $764,577 | $191,144 |
| 2014 | $11,695 | $956,992 | $765,597 | $191,395 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Melissa Oliver
-
Paul Ferra
P
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014
Paul Ferra
Coldwell Banker Realty
(310) 455-1717
43 Total Sales
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 14-746559
APN: 4447-031-014
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
© 2026 The MLS™ - Combined L.A. Westside MLS (CLAW). All rights reserved. Based on information from The MLS™ - Combined L.A. Westside MLS (CLAW). All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Nearby Homes
- 20158 Observation Dr
- 20155 Observation Dr
- 19936 Observation Dr
- 20675 Medley Ln
- 19963 Observation Dr
- 20681 Medley Ln
- 19901 Grand View Dr
- 20228 Croydon Ln
- 20634 Medley Ln
- 20269 Croydon Ln
- 20640 Medley Ln
- 19809 Montau Dr
- 19781 Grand View Dr
- 1421 Fernwood Pacific Dr
- 1328 Fernwood Pacific Dr
- 1238 Fernwood Pacific Dr
- 0 Medley Ln Unit 26844467
- 1527 Bainum Dr
- 1273 Fernwood Pacific Dr
- 919 Fernwood
- 20110 Observation Dr
- 20108 Observation Dr
- 20106 Observation Dr
- 20126 Observation Dr
- 20132 Observation Dr
- 20082 Stites Dr
- 20076 Stites Dr
- 20130 Observation Dr
- 20089 Stites Dr
- 20085 Stites Dr
- 1840 Kerry Ln
- 20146 Observation Dr
- 20068 Stites Dr
- 20070 Observation Dr
- 20064 Observation Dr
- 20067 Stites Dr
- 20075 Stites Dr
- 20032 Observation Dr
- 20158 Observation Dr
- 19988 Observation Dr
Your Personal Tour Guide
Ask me questions while you tour the home.