$1,475,000
OPEN SUN 2PM - 5PM

20158 Observation Dr Topanga, CA 90290

Estimated payment $8,241/month

Total Views 3,056
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,000 Sq Ft
$738 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Spa
  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Skyline View
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Bonus Room

About This Home

Get ready to seize the moment! This captivating property features a charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath main home alongside a delightful 1-bedroom, 1-bath guest house, all nestled on a sun-drenched half-acre in the vibrant heart of Topanga. It's your ticket to a life of breathtaking canyon views and soulful vibes. This isn't just a home it's an exhilarating invitation to embrace living expansively and authentically! Step inside the main sanctuary and be wowed by the open-concept kitchen, living, and dining area, where skylights and oversized windows flood the space with natural light, connecting you to the beauty outside. Perfect for entertaining or cozy nights in, bohemian finishes and earthy textures bring warmth, artistry, and energy to every corner. This home pulses with life, character, and harmony. Retreat to the serene primary suite, complete with its own private deck and custom closet, offering direct access to a secluded hot tub ideal for stargazing or morning reflections. The second bedroom can easily transform into a home office, while the detached guest house adds even more versatility, perfect for hosting visitors, creating a studio, or generating rental income! Step outside to discover tucked-away sheds, gardening spaces, and endless sky stretching out before you. Whether you dream of an art studio, a flourishing herb garden, or a tranquil escape to soak in the canyon light, this land is ready to embrace your vision. All this is just minutes from Topanga's village center, scenic hiking trails, Malibu's stunning beaches, the vibrant energy of Santa Monica, and the convenience of the San Fernando Valley. This is your chance to live, love, and evolve into the next chapter of your life don't miss out

Listing Agent

Catherine Campbell

Sotheby's International Realty License #01164030 Listed on: 02/24/2026

Co-Listing Agent

Christina Nelson

Sotheby's International Realty License #02210454

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 20,882 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 77x83
  • Fenced Yard
  • Hillside Location
  • Property is zoned LCR110000*

Property Views

  • Skyline
  • Woods
  • Trees
  • Mountain
  • Hills
  • Rock

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Cosmetic Repairs Needed
  • Copper Plumbing

Interior Spaces

  • 2,000 Sq Ft Home
  • Multi-Level Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Instant Hot Water

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Stone
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Sunken Shower or Bathtub
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry Located Outside
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Security Lights
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Driveway
  • Guest Parking
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Site Parking

Pool

  • Spa
  • Room in yard for a pool

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Open Patio
  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Multi-Tank Hot Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4447-030-004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0.48 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Craftsman
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Additional Assessor Parcel Numbers: Yes
  • Living Area: 2000
  • Lot Acreage: 0.5000
  • Lot Dimensions: 77x83
  • Property Condition: Repair Cosmetic
  • Year Built: 1927
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Detached/No Common Walls, Basement
  • Fireplace Rooms: Family Room, Living Room
  • Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl Sheet, Stone
  • Appliances: Cooktop - Gas, Oven, Propane
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Full Bathroom: 3
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Bedroom Features: WalkInCloset
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathroom Features: Sunken Tub
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features: Tile Counters, Skylight(s), Open to Family Room
  • Laundry: Outside, Room
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 737.50
  • Windows: Skylights

Exterior Features

  • Other Features: Balcony, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Full Copper Plumbing, Propane Tanks
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Other
  • Patio: Balcony, Porch
  • Pool Description: Room For
  • Pool: No
  • Spa: Hot Tub
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • View: Mountains, Hills, Skyline, Rocks, Trees/Woods, Tree Top
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Direct Entrance, Private, Offsite, Oversized, Parking for Guests, Parking for Guests - Onsite, Driveway - Combination, Uncovered, Side By Side

Utilities

  • Water Heater: Instant Hot Water, Multi-Tank
  • Cooling: Wall/Window, Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Fireplace, Wood
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Security Lights, Owned, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Special Zoning: Coastal Commission
  • Horses: No
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4447-030-004
  • Lot Description: 2-4 Lots, Fenced Yard
  • Lot Location: Hillside
  • Lot Size Area: 20882

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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 $4,400 $339,910 $169,955 $169,955
2024 $4,400 $333,246 $166,623 $166,623
2023 $4,279 $326,712 $163,356 $163,356
2022 $4,027 $320,306 $160,153 $160,153
2021 $3,982 $314,026 $157,013 $157,013
2019 $3,851 $304,714 $152,357 $152,357
2018 $3,777 $298,740 $149,370 $149,370
2016 $3,607 $287,142 $143,571 $143,571
2015 $3,552 $282,830 $141,415 $141,415
2014 $3,560 $277,290 $138,645 $138,645
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/24/2026 02/24/26 For Sale $1,475,000 -- $738 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Southland Title
Grant Deed $315,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $200,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $236,250 No Value Available
Closed $65,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 26655809

The MLS

APN: 4447-030-004

California Los Angeles County Topanga 90290

20158 Observation Dr, Topanga, CA

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