31840 Seafield Dr Malibu, CA 90265
Encinal Bluffs NeighborhoodEstimated payment $41,740/month
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Guest House
- In Ground Spa
- Malibu Elementary School Rated A
- Home Theater
- Cape Cod Architecture
About This Home
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 backdrop. Inside, steeply pitched plank ceilings, skylights, generous built-ins, large windows, and wood floors define the open-concept design. The welcoming entryway leads to a dramatic two-story living room with ocean views, a cozy fireplace, a charming bay window, and a staircase leading to the upper level. A loft-style hallway lined with windows bathes the central living space in natural light. The adjacent kitchen is an entertainer's dream, featuring greenhouse skylights, stunning garden and ocean views, a glass-topped island with bar seating, premium appliances, an impressive butler's pantry, and a dining area wrapped in windows showcasing breathtaking ocean vistas. Just off the kitchen and living room, a wraparound wood deck offers a seamless extension of the living space, complete with a pergola-shaded lounge, dining area, outdoor sound system, and steps leading to a private courtyard with a hot tub. Upstairs, the home offers three beautiful bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a serene ocean-view sitting area, a walk-in closet/safe room, and a spa-like bath with a free-standing tub. The additional bedrooms each feature bay windows with built-in seating, and one includes a charming ladder-access loft. Across the main-level deck, a separate two-story guest house/studio/office offers soaring wood-plank ceilings, a powder room, breathtaking views, and soundproofed wall is ideal for creative pursuits or work-from-home convenience. Additional highlights include a two-car garage, direct keyed beach access, air conditioning, central vacuum, a security system, and spectacular gardens with a waterfall, koi pond, detached writing studio/office, and meandering pathways. A rare offering, this estate epitomizes gracious living, breathtaking views, and the ultimate in private Malibu luxury.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1937
Lot Details
- 0.27 Acre Lot
- Property is zoned LCR1*
Parking
- Attached Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Split Level Home
Interior Spaces
- 4,977 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Home Theater
- Den
- Wood Flooring
- Ocean Views
- Laundry Room
- Basement
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Butlers Pantry
- Oven or Range
- Freezer
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Freestanding Bathtub
Additional Features
- In Ground Spa
- Guest House
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- Property has a Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 4470-026-015
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $50,451 | $4,433,640 | $3,247,296 | $1,186,344 |
| 2024 | $50,451 | $4,346,707 | $3,183,624 | $1,163,083 |
| 2023 | $49,594 | $4,261,478 | $3,121,200 | $1,140,278 |
| 2022 | $48,973 | $4,177,920 | $3,060,000 | $1,117,920 |
| 2021 | $53,727 | $4,608,172 | $4,292,549 | $315,623 |
| 2019 | $52,682 | $4,471,493 | $4,165,231 | $306,262 |
| 2018 | $50,057 | $4,383,817 | $4,083,560 | $300,257 |
| 2016 | $48,286 | $4,213,591 | $3,924,992 | $288,599 |
| 2015 | $47,636 | $4,150,299 | $3,866,035 | $284,264 |
| 2014 | $46,904 | $4,069,001 | $3,790,305 | $278,696 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/08/2025 11/08/25 | Price Changed | $7,250,000 | -7.6% | $1,457 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/25/2025 03/25/25 | For Sale | $7,850,000 | +40.3% | $1,577 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/18/2021 03/18/21 | Sold | $5,596,000 | -1.8% | $1,930 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/01/2021 03/01/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/01/2020 10/01/20 | For Sale | $5,700,000 | -- | $1,966 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $5,596,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Individual Deed | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Individual Deed | -- | First American Title Co |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $2,450,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,100,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $800,000 | No Value Available |
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 25516147
APN: 4470-026-015
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