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    • $1,899,000

    178 Muerdago Rd, Topanga, CA 90290

    7beds
    4,500sqft
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    $11,843/mo
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    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1988
    0.4 Acres Lot
    $1,826,300 Zestimate®
    $422/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Big Sur House. A Canyon Compound Above the Clouds. Lowest Price Per Sq Ft in Topanga! Perched above Topanga Canyon with sweeping views toward Saddle Peak and Powderhorn Ranch, this remarkable Craftsman compound captures the spirit of Big Sur while offering a rare combination of flexibility, privacy, and income potential. Designed as a collection of distinct living spaces, the compound includes a spacious main residence, a permitted guest house, a loft-style residence, a dedicated wellness room with gym and sauna, and multiple private outdoor decks. With approximately seven bedrooms and six bathrooms across the compound, the property is ideally suited for multigenerational living, creative pursuits, guest accommodations, or rental income opportunities. The main residence is currently configured as two interconnected homes that can function independently or as one expansive five-bedroom residence. Vaulted ceilings, a dramatic stone fireplace, expansive windows, skylights, and multiple view decks create a seamless connection to the surrounding canyon landscape. The upper levels feature a luminous great room, generous pantry, laundry, and spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with a spa-inspired bath, a bathroom with a steam shower, and a private wraparound deck. Below, a separate living level offers its own entrance, kitchen, fireplace, bedrooms, bath, and private deck. Beyond the main home, the permitted guest house features a fireplace, private entrance, and deck, while a bright loft-style residence above captures canyon views from every angle. The vast majority of the compound's square footage is permitted, providing a rare level of functionality and flexibility for a property of this scale in Topanga. A Tesla solar system supplies green energy, while multiple decks, patios, and garden spaces create inviting spaces for entertaining, relaxation, and connection with nature. Just minutes from Topanga State Park, Malibu's beaches, and the Valley, the property offers convenient access to both wilderness and city amenities while maintaining a true sense of escape. Rarely does a Topanga property combine this level of permitted living space, multiple residences, wellness amenities, and income potential. Whether envisioned as a private family compound, artist's retreat, boutique hospitality opportunity, or investment property, Big Sur House offers an exceptional canyon lifestyle in one of Southern California's most distinctive settings.
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    Listed by:

    Adrian Wright DRE # 00935559 818-939-6415,

    Compass 310-230-5744,

    Jordan Wright DRE # 01952694 818-746-6987,

    Compass

    Source: CLAW,MLS#: 26839089MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 7
      • Bathrooms: 6
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 4
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bonus Room, Breakfast Bar, Converted Garage, Dining Room, Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Garage Apartment, Great Room, Guest House, Guest-Maids Quarters, Gym, In-Law Suite, Living Room, Loft, Pantry, Patio Covered, Patio Open, Separate Maids Qtrs, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
      Bedroom
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      Bathroom
      • Features: Double Vanity(s), Remodeled, Shower Over Tub, Tile
      Kitchen
      • Features: Ceramic Counters, Gourmet Kitchen, Pantry, Remodeled, Tile Counters
      Heating
      • Central, Fireplace(s), Propane
      Cooling
      • Air Conditioning, Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Built-In And Free Standing, Propane Cooking Appliances, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Double Oven, Range, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Instant Hot Water, Tankless Water Heater, Propane Water Heater, MultiTank Water Heater
      • Laundry: Laundry Room, Other, In Unit, Propane Dryer Hookup
      Features
      • Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, High Ceilings, Living Room Balcony, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Wired for Data, Storage, Turnkey, Built-Ins, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Formal Dining Rm, Kitchen Island
      • Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
      • Doors: Double Door Entry, French Doors
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows, French Windows
      • Number of fireplaces: 3
      • Fireplace features: Family Room, Guest House, Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,500
      • Total interior livable area: 4,500 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 5
      • Parking features: Driveway
      • Uncovered spaces: 5
      Features
      • Levels: Multi/Split
      • Stories: 3
      • Entry location: Mid Level
      • Patio & porch: Concrete Slab, Covered, Covered Porch, Deck, Enclosed, Living Room Deck Attached, Patio, Porch, Front Porch, Roof Top Deck, Wood, Wrap Around
      • Exterior features: Balcony, Rain Gutters, Living Room Balcony
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Fencing: Other,Privacy
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Canyon, Fields, Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Tree Top, Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 0.4 Acres
      • Features: Front Yard, Gutters, Landscaped, Wooded, Yard, Canyon, Rural, Park Nearby
      Details
      • Additional structures: Accessory Bldgs, Cabana, Guest House, Attached Guest House
      • Parcel number: 4445013006
      • Zoning: LCR11L
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Other equipment: Cable, Network Wire

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Craftsman
      • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding, Wood Product Walls
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • Year built: 1988

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: District
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available
      Green energy
      • Energy generation: Solar

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Topanga

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $422/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $947,030
      • Annual tax amount: $12,014
      • Date on market: 6/1/2026
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $1,826,300

        $1.73M - $1.92M

        $5,377/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/1/2026Listed for sale$1,899,000+137.4%$422/sqft
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        8/18/2015Sold$800,000+0.1%$178/sqft
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        7/3/2015Pending sale$799,000$178/sqft
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        6/30/2015Listed for sale$799,000$178/sqft
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        6/30/2015Pending sale$799,000$178/sqft
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        6/17/2015Price change$799,000+6.5%$178/sqft
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        2/25/2015Pending sale$750,000$167/sqft
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        2/22/2015Price change$750,000-5.1%$167/sqft
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        2/17/2015Pending sale$790,000$176/sqft
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        12/30/2014Price change$790,000-12.1%$176/sqft
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        12/23/2014Listed for sale$899,000$200/sqft
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        11/22/2014Pending sale$899,000$200/sqft
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        5/16/2014Listed for sale$899,000$200/sqft
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        4/21/2014Pending sale$899,000$200/sqft
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        4/1/2014Price change$899,000-7.8%$200/sqft
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        3/8/2014Listed for sale$975,000+8.5%$217/sqft
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        3/21/2013Listing removed$899,000$200/sqft
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        11/1/2012Price change$899,000-2.8%$200/sqft
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        10/8/2012Price change$925,000-2.5%$206/sqft
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        9/26/2012Price change$949,000-2.7%$211/sqft
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        9/12/2012Listed for sale$975,000+122.1%$217/sqft
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        9/6/1996Sold$439,000$98/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$12,014 +3.4%$947,030 +2%
        2024$11,621 +2.2%$928,462 +2%
        2023$11,371 +5.7%$910,258 +2%
        2022$10,761 +1.9%$892,410 +2%
        2021$10,556 -0.8%$874,913 +1%
        2020$10,646 $865,943 +2%
        2019$10,646 +5.6%$848,965 +2%
        2018$10,080 $832,320 +2%
        2017$10,080 +2.1%$816,000 +2%
        2016$9,876 +2.5%$800,000 +34.5%
        2015$9,631 +33.3%$594,902 +2%
        2014$7,227 $583,249 +2.5%
        2012-- $569,230 +2%
        2011-- $558,070 +0.8%
        2010-- $553,900 -0.2%
        2009-- $555,217 +2%
        2008-- $544,332 +2%
        2007-- $533,660 +2%
        2006-- $523,197
        2005-- $523,197 +4%
        2004-- $502,882 +1.9%
        2003-- $493,667 +2%
        2002-- $483,989 +4%
        2000-- $465,197
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 90290

        Getting around

        17 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        13 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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        • District: Los Angeles Unified

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