$11,777,000

Estimated payment $65,382/month

5 Beds
10 Baths
10,000 Sq Ft
$1,178 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Tennis Courts
  • Sound Studio
  • Home Theater
  • Gaspar De Portola Middle School Rated A-
  • Wine Cellar
  • Pool House

About This Home

Tucked behind gates in Encino's coveted Music Row neighborhood, this extraordinary estate of legendary guitarist Steve Vai spans nearly two private acres, offering a rare blend of privacy, natural beauty, and creative history. The 10,000+ square-foot mid-century residence is thoughtfully designed with five ensuite bedrooms, expansive living and entertaining spaces, seamless indoor-outdoor flow, and an additional 3,000 square feet which include a studio, gym, pool house, and wine room. The home features original terrazzo pathways and rich acacia wood flooring, a chef's kitchen with cherry wood cabinetry, Carrara marble countertops, skylight and Kokomo glass sliders that open to an inviting indoor-outdoor patio complete with BBQ and pizza oven- ideal for entertaining. At the heart of the property lies the legendary Harmony Hut, a world-renowned recording studio designed and built by Steve Vai with meticulous attention to acoustics, materials, and sonic precision. Revered by musicians across the globe, it stands as a true creative sanctuary where decades of music have been conceived and brought to life. The estate's grounds unfold as a private retreat, featuring a pool, championship tennis court, and multiple outdoor living areas. Lush landscaping and mature trees create a sense of tranquility, while the location offers convenient access to the city's most desired destinations More than a home, this is a one-of-a-kind compound and a sanctuary of inspiration, offering a rare opportunity to own a work of art and a piece of modern music history.

Listing Agent

Jane Kellard

Sotheby's International Realty License #01506433 Listed on: 04/20/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 1.82 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 203x390
  • Property is zoned LARA

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • 10 Open Parking Spaces
  • Garage Apartment
  • Converted Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Automatic Gate

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Pool

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 10,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Entryway
  • Wine Cellar
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Theater
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Sound Studio
  • Storage
  • Home Gym
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Convection Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Marble Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Slate Flooring
  • Terrazzo

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • All Bedrooms Down
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Studio bedroom
  • Converted Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Powder Room
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer

Pool

  • Pool House
  • In Ground Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Tennis Courts
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Fire Pit
  • Built-In Barbecue

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Purifier
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Billiard Room

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2290-006-019

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

1.82 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Mid-Century
  • Levels: One, Two
  • Street Number Display: No
  • Living Area: 10000
  • Lot Acreage: 1.8169
  • Lot Dimensions: 203x390
  • Year Built: 1941
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bar, Coffered Ceiling(s), High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Recessed Lighting, Storage Space, Built-Ins
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Gas and Wood, Fire Pit, Family Room
  • Flooring: Mixed, Terrazzo, Hardwood, Carpet, Stone, Slate
  • Appliances: Cooktop - Gas, Convection Oven, Microwave, Oven, Built-In BBQ, Gas, Gas/Electric Range, Oven-Gas, Built-Ins
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathroom: 6
  • Half Bathroom: 2
  • Bedroom Features: Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Main Floor Bedroom, All Bedrooms Down, Primary Suite, WalkInCloset
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Shower and Tub, Double Vanity(s), Granite, Shower Stall, Shower Over Tub, Remodeled, Powder Room, Tile
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Family Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm, In Kitchen, Kitchen Island
  • Kitchen Features: Island, Gourmet Kitchen, Open to Family Room, Marble Counters, Skylight(s), Remodeled
  • Laundry: Inside, Room
  • Total Bathrooms: 10.00
  • Equipment: Barbeque, Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Microwave, Ceiling Fan, Bar Ice Maker, Garbage Disposal, Gas Dryer Hookup, Water Filter, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Ice Maker
  • Price Per S Q F T: 1177.70

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Other, Pool House
  • Tennis Court: North/South, Private Tennis Court
  • Tennis Court Y/N: Yes
  • Pool Description: In Ground
  • Pool: Yes
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Pool, Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Other Spaces: 10
  • Parking Garage: Auto Driveway Gate, Detached, Door Opener, Driveway, Garage - 3 Car, Gated, Driveway - Concrete

Utilities

  • TV Svcs: Cable TV
  • Cooling: Central, Ceiling Fan
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2290-006-019
  • Lot Size Area: 79143

Rental Info

  • Land Lease Expiration Year: 2000

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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 $35,319 $2,901,402 $1,162,888 $1,738,514
2024 $35,319 $2,844,513 $1,140,087 $1,704,426
2023 $34,641 $2,788,739 $1,117,733 $1,671,006
2022 $33,051 $2,734,059 $1,095,817 $1,638,242
2021 $32,634 $2,680,451 $1,074,331 $1,606,120
2019 $31,667 $2,600,950 $1,042,467 $1,558,483
2018 $31,094 $2,549,952 $1,022,027 $1,527,925
2016 $29,701 $2,450,937 $982,342 $1,468,595
2015 $29,266 $2,414,123 $967,587 $1,446,536
2014 $29,379 $2,366,835 $948,634 $1,418,201
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/20/2026 04/20/26 For Sale $11,777,000 -- $1,178 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Guardian Title Company
Grant Deed $1,262,500 Guardian Title Company
Trustee Deed $933,099 Chicago Title Company
Individual Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $946,850 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 26705971

The MLS

APN: 2290-006-019

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