$4,600,000
SOLD AUG 27, 2025

5838 Bonsall Dr Malibu, CA 90265

5 Beds
3 Baths
3,161 Sq Ft
4.09 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,455 Per Sq Ft

16% Below List Price

253 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Attached Guest House
  • Barn or Stable
  • Above Ground Spa
  • Malibu Elementary School Rated A
  • Horse Property
  • Canyon View

About This Home

As of August 2025

Nestled on 4 acres of serene, pastoral land, this rare Malibu estate property perfectly blends rustic charm with coastal living. Offered for the first time and set beneath 200-year-old Sycamore trees, the Bonsall Canyon property offers endless possibilities. The 1940s ranch-style home is an example of vintage craftsmanship such as textured ceilings, antique hardware, and parquet flooring a true nod to timeless design. Once home to an Arabian horse farm, this estate is a paradise for equestrian enthusiasts, room for a dressage arena, horse stalls, and paddocks. Just moments from the Zuma Canyon Trailhead, you'll have access to miles of scenic horseback riding trails. If farming is your passion, Bonsall's fertile soil, renowned for supporting local farms like Thorne Family Farms and Zuma Orchids, offers an excellent opportunity to create a working micro farm. Whether you envision vineyards, orchards, or vegetable gardens, the land is primed for abundant growth. All of this, and you're still just a minute from iconic Zuma Beach. This is one of the last large plots of land this close to the beach, offering a rare chance to own a slice of Malibu's rich history and natural beauty.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Merrick

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01204107 Listed on: 09/08/2024

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Merrick

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01204107 Listed on: 09/08/2024

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1946

Lot Details

  • 4.09 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 233x780
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Fenced Yard
  • Gated Home
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned LCRA1*

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • 8 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • RV Potential

Property Views

  • Canyon
  • Orchard Views
  • Mountain
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,161 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Parquet
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Above Ground Spa
  • Room in yard for a pool

Outdoor Features

  • Horse Property
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed
  • Outdoor Grill

Farming

  • Barn or Stable
  • Agricultural

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Tack Room
  • Stables

Utilities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Property is located within a water district
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Attached Guest House
  • Property is near park

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4467-023-006

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1946

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Ranch
  • Levels: One
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Additional Assessor Parcel Numbers: No
  • Entry Location: Ground Level - no steps
  • Living Area: 3161
  • Lot Acreage: 4.0871
  • Lot Dimensions: 233x780
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Probate: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1946
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Flooring: Mixed, Parquet, Carpet
  • Appliances: Built-In Gas
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 3
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Eating Areas: Family Kitchen, Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features: Tile Counters
  • Laundry: In Closet
  • Maids Room: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Equipment: Barbeque, Built-Ins, Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Hood Fan, Washer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 1565.96

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Other Structures: Accessory Bldgs, Barn/Stable, Barn(s), Shed(s)
  • Tennis Court: Room For
  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Guest House: Attached
  • Patio: Covered Porch, Covered, Patio Open, Porch - Front
  • Pool Description: Room For
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Spa: Above Ground
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • View: Canyon, Orchard/Grove, Mountains, Green Belt
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Other Spaces: 8
  • Covered Parking: 2
  • Parking Garage: Driveway - Combination, RV Possible, Garage Is Detached, Garage - 2 Car
  • Total Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Water Heater: Hot Water Circulator, Gas
  • Cooling: Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Central
  • Security: Gated
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: District

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Special Zoning: Coastal Commission
  • Sprinklers: Sprinkler System
  • Horses: Yes
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4467-023-006
  • Lot Description: Agricultural, Horse Property, Fenced Yard, Riding/Stables
  • Lot Location: Cul-De-Sac, Park Nearby
  • Lot Size Area: 178035

Rental Info

  • Land Lease Purchase Yn: No

MLS Schools

  • School District: Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2024
Closed on
Jul 8, 2025
Sold by
Mary Lou Walbergh Qualified Personal Res and Seng Robert
Bought by
Adams Morgan and Adams Sun Yong
Seller's Agent
Brian Merrick
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brian Merrick
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$5,450,000
Sold Price
$4,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$850,000
-15.6%
Views
88
Current Estimated Value
$4,478,706

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$121,294
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.15%
Original Mortgage
$2,990,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2012
Sold by
Walbergh Mary Lou
Bought by
Seng Robert and Mary Lou Walbergh Qualified Personal Res

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 1996
Sold by
Walbergh Mary L
Bought by
Walberg Mary Lou and Mary Lou Walbergh Living Trust
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $4,600,000 Equity Title - Los Angeles
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $2,990,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Sold $4,600,000 -7.1% $1,455 / Sq Ft
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Pending -- -- --
03/27/2025 03/27/25 Price Changed $4,950,000 -2.9% $1,566 / Sq Ft
12/02/2024 12/02/24 Price Changed $5,100,000 -6.4% $1,613 / Sq Ft
09/08/2024 09/08/24 For Sale $5,450,000 -- $1,724 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $5,461 $362,558 $227,499 $135,059
2024 $5,461 $355,450 $223,039 $132,411
2023 $5,327 $348,481 $218,666 $129,815
2022 $5,209 $341,649 $214,379 $127,270
2021 $5,094 $334,951 $210,176 $124,775
2019 $4,983 $325,018 $203,943 $121,075
2018 $4,547 $318,646 $199,945 $118,701
2016 $4,346 $306,275 $192,182 $114,093
2015 $4,289 $301,676 $189,296 $112,380
2014 $4,301 $295,767 $185,588 $110,179
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 24-437263

The MLS

APN: 4467-023-006