For sale

$1,100,000

1553 Penny Rd, Topanga, CA 90290

2beds

1,000sqft

$7,440/mo

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Residential

Built in 1925

5,924 Square Feet Lot

$1,075,700 Zestimate^®

$1,100/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Escape to this charming 2 bed, 1 bath mountain cabin at the peaceful end of Penny Road, where cottage character meets big mountain views. With no through traffic, the setting is quiet, private, and made for slowing down. Wake up to scenic views, hit nearby trails for morning hikes, then come home to a cozy retreat tucked away from it all. An additional storage shed on the property is perfect for gear, bikes, or tools. Whether you're looking for a full-time home or a getaway, this cabin delivers. Versatile enough to suit a variety of lifestyles and income strategies. Live in it, share it, or both. Your own mountain hideaway awaits.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Dining Area, Patio Open

Heating

Electric

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Laundry Closet

Features

Flooring: Wood
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room, Electric

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,000
Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Driveway
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None
Spa features: None
Has view: Yes
View description: Canyon

Lot

Size: 5,924 Square Feet

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 4442016037
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cottage
Property subtype: Residential

Condition

Year built: 1925

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Topanga

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $1,100/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,276,570
Date on market: 10/7/2026

Estimated market value

$1,075,700

$1.02M - $1.13M

$4,556/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/7/2026	Listed for sale	$1,100,000-15.1%$1,100/sqft
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4/28/2026	Listing removed	$1,295,000$1,295/sqft
Source: CLAW #25630769 Report a problem
4/21/2026	Listing removed	$5,500$6/sqft
Source: CLAW #26632847 Report a problem
4/3/2026	Price change	$5,500-15.4%$6/sqft
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3/17/2026	Price change	$1,295,000-2.3%$1,295/sqft
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1/6/2026	Listed for rent	$6,500-4.4%$7/sqft
Source: CLAW #26632847 Report a problem
1/5/2026	Listed for sale	$1,325,000-5.3%$1,325/sqft
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1/27/2025	Listing removed	$6,800$7/sqft
Source: CLAW #25-480806 Report a problem
1/13/2025	Listed for rent	$6,800$7/sqft
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11/10/2023	Pending sale	$1,399,000$1,399/sqft
Source: CLAW #23-306013 Report a problem
9/28/2023	Contingent	$1,399,000$1,399/sqft
Source: CLAW #23-306013 Report a problem
8/30/2023	Listed for sale	$1,399,000+53.7%$1,399/sqft
Source: CLAW #23-306013 Report a problem
10/16/2017	Sold	$910,000+71.7%$910/sqft
Source: CLAW #17265782 Report a problem
3/19/2015	Sold	$530,000+65.6%$530/sqft
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11/23/2011	Sold	$320,000-41.8%$320/sqft
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6/22/2005	Sold	$550,000+205.6%$550/sqft
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2/18/2000	Sold	$180,000$180/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	--	$1,276,570 +2%
2025	$15,226 +1.9%	$1,251,540 +2%
2024	$14,942 +23%	$1,227,000 +23.4%
2023	$12,146 +5.7%	$994,121 +2%
2022	$11,489 +0.7%	$974,629 +2%
2021	$11,409 -0.9%	$955,519 +1%
2020	$11,511	$945,723 +2%
2019	$11,511 +5%	$927,180 +2%
2018	$10,966	$909,000 +65.6%
2017	$10,966 +62.9%	$548,843 +2%
2016	$6,732 +3.8%	$538,082 +60.9%
2015	$6,488 +58.5%	$334,431 +2%
2014	$4,093	$327,881 -32%
2012	--	$482,211 +16.8%
2010	--	$413,000 -30.6%
2009	--	$595,335 +2%
2008	--	$583,663 +2%
2007	--	$572,220 +2%
2006	--	$561,000 +177.1%
2005	--	$202,441 +4%
2004	--	$194,582 +1.9%
2003	--	$191,017 +2%
2002	--	$187,272 +39.4%
2000	--	$134,300