NOT LISTED FOR SALE

764 Old Topanga Canyon Rd Topanga, CA 90290

Estimated Value: $1,944,000 - $2,549,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,500 Sq Ft
$919/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 28, 2023

Last sale price $2,000,000 $800 Per Sq Ft

Est. 15% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,578/month

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • Art Studio
  • 1.75 Acre Lot
  • Horse Property Unimproved
  • Panoramic View
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of April 2023

Enchanted Oak Crest! Offer Deadline 03/14/2023, 6PM. Mimi and Henry Smith's legendary artist compound on nearly 2 lush acres is ready for new dreamers to take up the life of this mountainside homestead, surrounded by epic views to the west of the "7 Sisters" mountain peaks, including Strawberry Peak, which are protected parkland. The property backs up to parkland, as well, ensuring privacy. Henry and Mimi bought the property in 1960 from the original Homesteaders. They became stewards of this living work of art, building up and out as their needs changed over the years. Artists, musicians, actors, and writers dwelt, and played, on the Oak graced land. Units have been continuously rented since the 1960s, often by famous artists and musicians, all inspired by the pristine land. A spacious 900 Sq foot, 1 bedroom cottage near the street, is the perfect rental, stylishly updated, with decks, patios, and a private, fenced yard. Up a romantic stone staircase the 2 bed, 1 bath 1934 main house perches with panoramic views of the cluster of peaks across the canyon. Sunlight floods the pine floors, beamed ceilings, and old cedar walls. A woodstove cozies up the rooms. Doors flung open welcome the soft breezes. Decks take in the views and the sounds of the nearby creek. Stone walls grace old stone patios. Past a cluster of pomegranate trees, up the last staircase the true magic resides. A cluster of 5 hand built cabins rest amongst the oaks. The Gathering Cabin holds a rustic kitchen, with room for seating near the old wood stove, where friends, tribal members, artists, and family would crowd around the wood stove with songs and stories. Decks and patios lead to the cozy Library Cabin, every writer's dream, with walls of glass gazing upon the mountains. Above is the airy Main Suite Oak Crest Cabin, with epic views, a dressing room/office, loads of antler handled closets, and a water closet. The Bath Cabin nestles nearby, with tub and sink, and french doors. Down a path, Henry's Cabin, a solid studio, storeroom, workshop, where Henry stored his Native American collectibles, and too many photos to count, and Mimi kept her china and trinkets. This cabin is just waiting to be transformed into a creative space. Each dwelling has patios, decks, and flat yards, with room for expansion, all in deference to the blissful views. This epic home rests close to the village, the coast, the valley. Here on the mountain, the sounds of music, laughter and birdsong await your passion for the true Topanga Life.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Adrian Wright

Compass License #00935559 Listed on: 02/28/2023

Compass

Co-Listed By

Jordan Wright

Compass License #01952694

Last Buyer's Agent

Juan Ferreccio

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Propert License #01099719

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Propert

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,660

Year Built

  • Built in 1934

Lot Details

  • 1.75 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 171x439
  • Fenced Yard
  • Wood Fence
  • Wooded Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned LCA11Y

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Skyline
  • Woods
  • Canyon
  • Mountain
  • Hills
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Arts and Crafts Architecture
  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Paneling
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Living Room Balcony
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Art Studio
  • Craft Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas and Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Kitchen Island
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Retreat
  • Studio bedroom
  • Dressing Area
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry Located Outside
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 5 Open Parking Spaces
  • 5 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Open Patio
  • Wrap Around Porch

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Property is located within a water district
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Detached Guest House
  • Horse Property Unimproved

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4438-028-004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,660

Year Built

Built in 1934

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Arts and Crafts
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Advertising Remarks: DO NOT COME ON PROPERTY WITHOUT APPOINTMENT OR OPEN HOUSE. DO NOT DISTURB OCCUPANTS! Offer Deadline 03/14/2023, 6PM. Legendary artist compound on nearly 2 lush acres is ready for new dreamers of this mountainside homestead, surrounded by epic views to the west of the "7 Sisters" mountain peaks, including Strawberry Peak, all protected parkland. The property abuts parkland, as well, ensuring privacy. This living work of art was handbuilt over the years. Artists dwelt and played on the Oak graced land. An, updated, 1 bed home, is a perfect rental, with a private yard. Up a romantic stone staircase a 2 bed, 1 bath main house sits with panoramic views, with room to expand. Magic lives above in a cluster of 5 hand built cabins with breathtaking views. Decks and gardens abound. This home is close to the village, the coast, the valley.
  • Living Area: 2500
  • Lot Acreage: 1.7467
  • Lot Dimensions: 171x439
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1934
  • Number Of Photos: 75
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceiling(s), Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Living Room Balcony, Open Floor Plan, Paneled Walls
  • Fireplace Rooms: Great Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Gas, Oven, Propane, Oven-Gas, Range, Range Hood, Gas/Electric Range
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Full Bathroom: 3
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathroom Features: Shower and Tub, Double Vanity(s)
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Eating Areas: In Kitchen, Dining Area, Breakfast Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Kitchen Island
  • Kitchen Features: Counter Top, Island, Open to Family Room, Tile Counters
  • Laundry: Room, Laundry Area, Outside
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Den: 1
  • Equipment: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Propane Dryer Hookup
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 599.60

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Other Features: Custom Built, French Doors, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Sliding Glass Doors
  • Other Structures: GuestHouse, Accessory Bldgs, Accessory Dwelling Unit
  • Fence: Cedar Fence
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Patio: Deck(s), Patio Open, Porch, Wrap Around Porch, Wood, Living Room Deck Attached, Living Room Balcony, Rock/Stone
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Asphalt, Rolled/Hot Mop
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Mountains, Hills, Panoramic, Canyon, Green Belt, Rocks, Skyline, Tree Top, Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Other Spaces: 5
  • Parking Garage: Driveway, On street
  • Total Parking: 5

Utilities

  • Water Heater: Tankless, Multi-Tank, Instant Hot Water
  • Heating: Propane Gas, Wood Stove
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: District

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: Los Angeles Unified

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4438-028-004
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Fenced Yard, Front Yard, Horse Property Unimproved, Wooded, Yard
  • Lot Size Area: 76088

MLS Schools

  • School District: Los Angeles Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2025
Sold by
Balul Mario Marcelo
Bought by
2025 Mario M Balul Trust and Balul
Current Estimated Value
$2,298,465

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 28, 2023
Closed on
Apr 7, 2023
Sold by
Revocabl Henry and Revocabl Mimi
Bought by
Balul Mario Marcelo
Seller's Agent
Adrian Wright
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Juan Ferreccio
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Propert
List Price
$1,499,000
Sold Price
$2,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$501,000
33.42%
Views
263

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.44%
Original Mortgage
$1,600,000
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 2020
Sold by
Smith Henry and Henry Smith
Bought by
Smith Henry and Henry Smith

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 2011
Sold by
Smith Henry
Bought by
Smith Henry and Henry Smith

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 4, 2004
Sold by
Smith Mimi M
Bought by
Smith Henry and Smith Mimi M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$223,000
Interest Rate
5.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2002
Sold by
Smith Henry and Smith Mimi M
Bought by
Smith Mimi M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Interest Rate
7.14%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 1998
Sold by
Smith Henry and Smith Mimi M
Bought by
Smith Henry and Smith Mimi M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 1997
Sold by
Smith Henry
Bought by
Smith Mimi M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$163,000
Interest Rate
7.94%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
2025 Mario M Balul Trust -- None Listed On Document
Balul Mario Marcelo $2,000,000 Consumers Title
Smith Henry -- None Available
Smith Henry -- None Available
Smith Henry -- Lawyers Title
Smith Mimi M -- Chicago Title Co
Smith Henry -- --
Smith Mimi M -- Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Balul Mario Marcelo $1,600,000
Previous Owner Smith Henry $202,175
Previous Owner Smith Henry $223,000
Previous Owner Smith Mimi M $190,000
Previous Owner Smith Mimi M $163,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/28/2023 04/28/23 Sold $2,000,000 +33.4% $800 / Sq Ft
03/24/2023 03/24/23 Pending -- -- --
02/28/2023 02/28/23 For Sale $1,499,000 -- $600 / 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 $24,660 $2,080,800 $1,248,480 $832,320
2024 $24,660 $2,040,000 $1,224,000 $816,000
2023 $19,439 $1,615,000 $1,130,000 $485,000
2022 $1,168 $77,334 $58,884 $18,450
2021 $1,163 $75,819 $57,730 $18,089
2019 $1,127 $73,572 $56,019 $17,553
2018 $1,112 $72,130 $54,921 $17,209
2016 $1,062 $69,332 $52,790 $16,542
2015 $1,048 $68,292 $51,998 $16,294
2014 $1,093 $66,955 $50,980 $15,975
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 23-245465

The MLS

APN: 4438-028-004