389 Upper Mesa Rd Santa Monica, CA 90402
Estimated payment $23,000/month
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Living Room with Fireplace
- No HOA
- Room in yard for a pool
- Wood Flooring
- Laundry Room
About This Home
Perched atop the coveted upper Santa Monica Canyon hillside, this extraordinary home offers an unrivaled opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind ocean-view property. Set on a private promontory, the site commands breathtaking 270-degree panoramic views encompassing the Pacific Ocean, Downtown Los Angeles, and the verdant expanse of Santa Monica Canyon.The existing residencea charming 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom homepresents the option for a stylish and immediate move-in remodel. Alternatively, realize the full potential of this rare site with a visionary new build, fully designed by the acclaimed Empire Group Design Build. In-progress plans and architectural renderings are available and included with the sale. Huge plus, the property falls under LA Building and Safety and not Santa Monica.The new design concept is a cutting-edge, fire-resilient estate thoughtfully crafted with cutting-edge fireproof SCIP concrete walls, triple-glazed fiberglass doors, and windows, a standing seam metal roof, fireproof insulation, and an advanced wildfire suppression system with a defensible landscape design. A signature Lautner-style zero-edge pool serves as both a design focal point and an auxiliary water source. The proposed residence will feature 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a state-of-the-art home theater, wine cellar, dual walk-in closets, a primary suite with incredible balconies and ocean views from 3 levels, elevator, parking for 4 vehicles, including a car carousel, a luxurious Italian Boffi kitchen, and a full wellness center/gym.Located minutes from State Beach, World-renowned Riviera Golf Club, Canyon Elementary, Rustic Canyon Park, and Canyon Square, this rare offering promises a tranquil and intentional lifestyle in one of Santa Monica's most sought-after enclaves. Whether as a stunning remodel or a legacy new construction, this property is a singular opportunity to create something truly exceptional.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $35,946
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 8,064 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned LAR1
Parking
- 1 Open Parking Space
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
Property Views
- Ocean
- Panoramic
- Canyon
- Mountain
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Split Level Home
Interior Spaces
- 2,094 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Den with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Pool
- Room in yard for a pool
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 4410-021-030
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 | $35,946 | $3,213,000 | $2,550,000 | $663,000 |
| 2024 | $35,946 | $2,971,382 | $2,525,675 | $445,707 |
| 2023 | $2,422 | $183,730 | $117,797 | $65,933 |
| 2022 | $2,318 | $180,129 | $115,488 | $64,641 |
| 2021 | $2,275 | $176,598 | $113,224 | $63,374 |
| 2019 | $2,209 | $171,363 | $109,867 | $61,496 |
| 2018 | $2,136 | $168,004 | $107,713 | $60,291 |
| 2016 | $2,020 | $161,481 | $103,531 | $57,950 |
| 2015 | $1,991 | $159,056 | $101,976 | $57,080 |
| 2014 | $2,008 | $155,941 | $99,979 | $55,962 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/2025 08/18/25 | For Sale | $3,788,000 | +20.3% | $1,809 / Sq Ft |
| 12/07/2023 12/07/23 | Sold | $3,150,000 | +9.6% | $1,504 / Sq Ft |
| 11/20/2023 11/20/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/06/2023 11/06/23 | For Sale | $2,875,000 | 0.0% | $1,373 / Sq Ft |
| 10/14/2013 10/14/13 | Rented | $3,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/14/2013 10/14/13 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/31/2013 07/31/13 | For Rent | $3,500 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $3,150,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Grant Deed | $853,000 | Stewart Title |
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 25579979
APN: 4410-021-030
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