Iconic Recording Studio* Championship-Size Tennis Court *Gym * Pool * 1.87 Acres of Lush, Private Grounds! Set behind gates in Encino's coveted Music Row, the longtime estate of legendary guitarist Steve Vai unfolds across nearly two private acres of lush, landscaped grounds. Thoughtfully expanded to over 12,500 sq. ft., the residence features five ensuite bedrooms, nine-foot ceilings, original poured-in-place terrazzo, rich acacia wood flooring, and refined architectural details throughout. The chef's kitchen features custom cherry cabinetry, Carrara marble, skylight, floating steel beams, and professional-grade appliances. A dramatic step-down family room, custom bar, elegant dining room, private primary suite, and upper-level media room with kitchenette and bath create exceptional spaces for living and entertaining. The grounds are designed for privacy and resort-style living, with a pool, championship-size tennis court, gym, covered pavilion, custom pizza oven and BBQ, fountains, and mature landscaping. At the heart of the estate is the world-renowned Harmony Hut, a recording studio designed and built by Steve Vai with extraordinary attention to acoustics and sonic precision. A celebrated creative sanctuary where decades of music have been brought to life, Harmony Hut is a rare and irreplaceable offering. A truly exceptional legacy estate where architecture, nature, creativity, and modern music history converge.
For sale
$10,995,000
4816 Encino Ave, Encino, CA 91316
5beds
12,500sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
1.82 Acres Lot
$10,605,300 Zestimate®
$880/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 9 hours
- 194
- 21
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jane Kellard DRE # 01506433 310-989-1200,
Sotheby's International Realty 310-456-6431
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 26934005
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Bar, Breakfast Bar, Family Room, Gym, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Living Room, Dining Room, Breakfast Area, Home Theatre, Studio, Powder, Entry, Billiard Room, Wine Cellar, Library, Garage Apartment
Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Shower and Tub, Double Vanity(s), Granite, Shower Stall, Shower Over Tub, Remodeled, Powder Room, Tile
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Gourmet Kitchen, Open to Family Room, Marble Counters, Skylight(s), Remodeled
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Convection Oven, Microwave, Oven, Indoor Grill, Gas Cooking Appliances, Gas/Electric Range, Gas Oven, Built-Ins, Barbeque, Dishwasher, Bar Ice Maker, Disposal, Water Filter, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Ice Maker
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Bar, Coffered Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Built-in Features, Basement, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Counter / Bar, Family Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
- Flooring: Mixed, Terrazzo, Hardwood, Carpet, Stone
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Gas and Wood, Fire Pit, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 12,500
- Total interior livable area: 12,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Auto Driveway Gate, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Gated, Concrete, Garage - 3 Car
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: In Ground
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 1.82 Acres
- Dimensions: 203 x 390
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Pool House
- Parcel number: 2290006019
- Zoning: LARA
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Encino
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $880/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,959,429
- Date on market: 9/1/2026
Estimated market value
$10,605,300
$10.08M - $11.14M
$7,647/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $10,995,000-6.6%$880/sqft |
Source:  CLAW #26934005 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2026 | Listing removed | $11,777,000$942/sqft |
Source: CLAW #26705971 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $11,777,000+832.8%$942/sqft |
Source: CLAW #26705971 Report a problem | ||
| 2/29/1996 | Sold | $1,262,500+35.3%$101/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/1994 | Sold | $933,099$75/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $2,959,429 +2% |
| 2025 | $35,698 +1.1% | $2,901,402 +2% |
| 2024 | $35,319 +2% | $2,844,513 +2% |
| 2023 | $34,641 +4.8% | $2,788,739 +2% |
| 2022 | $33,051 +1.3% | $2,734,059 +2% |
| 2021 | $32,634 -1% | $2,680,451 +1% |
| 2020 | $32,962 | $2,652,968 +2% |
| 2019 | $32,962 +6% | $2,600,950 +2% |
| 2018 | $31,094 | $2,549,952 +2% |
| 2017 | $31,094 +2.2% | $2,499,954 +2% |
| 2016 | $30,418 +2.4% | $2,450,937 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $29,701 +1.1% | $2,414,123 +2% |
| 2014 | $29,379 | $2,366,835 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $2,309,941 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $2,264,649 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $2,247,725 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,253,066 +11.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,015,500 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,975,981 +6.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,857,337 +10.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,685,537 +14.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,475,156 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,448,121 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,419,727 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $1,364,600 |
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