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Topanga 90290
178 Muerdago Road
$1,899,000
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178 Muerdago Road

Topanga, CA 90290
bedrooms
7 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
4,500 Ft²
$9,325
Est. Monthly

About This Property

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.
Unit Size
4,500 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.40 acres
Price per sqft
$422
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1988

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Last updated: 25 days ago (CLAW #26839089)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 30, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Jun 1, 2026 Listed by Compass $1,899,000
Listed by Compass

Property Highlights

Air Conditioning
Fireplace
With View
Parking Details
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking Spaces: 5
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Balcony, LivingRoomDeckAttached, WoodProductWalls, Loft, WalkInPantry
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Dryer, Washer
Door Features: French Doors, DoubleDoorEntry
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, See Remarks
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, GuestAccommodations
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 4500
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Architectural Style: Craftsman
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1988
Building Area Total: 4500
Levels: Multi/Split
Other Structures: Guest House
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, FrenchMullioned
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Wrap Around, Concrete, Open, Rooftop, Wood
Pool Features: None
Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Yard
Lot Size Area: 17525
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.4023
Lot Size Square Feet: 17525
Water Source: Public
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Central Air
Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s), Propane
Sewer : SepticTypeUnknown

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1988
  • Effective Year Built: 1988
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Bedroom Count: 4
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 1
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 15
  • Exterior Walls Type: 12
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 3
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 10
  • Parking Space Count: 1
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 17,519
  • Total Building Area: 3,024
  • Building Area: 3,024
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 3
  • Heated Square Feet: 3,024
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 4
  • Water Service: 2

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: 7806
  • Land Acres: 0000000402
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 0100
  • Legal Description 1: TRACT # 7806 LOT COM AT MOST E COR OF LOT 39 TH N 32 5451 W 100 FT TH S 60 3159 W TO SW LINE OF SD LOT TH S THEREON TO MOST S COR OF SD LOT TH NE 227.29 FT TO BEG PART OF LOT/SEC 39

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Los Angeles Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 800104

Zoning

  • Zoning: LCR11L

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 109-C4
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 7806
  • Parcel: 4445-013-006
  • Lot: 39
  • Municipality: WEST /TOPANGA CYN
  • Latitude: 34.0907
  • Longitude: -118.6

    Address

  • Full Address: 178 Muerdago Rd
  • Address - House Number: 178
  • Address - Street Name: Muerdago
  • Address - Suffix Type: Rd
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Topanga
  • Carrier Code: R003
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3543
  • Zip Code: 90290

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $1,076,083
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 01-653

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.229
  • Valuation Date: Aug 04, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 68
  • Final Value: 2,259,880
  • High Value: 2,777,460
  • Low Value: 1,742,300

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $910,258
  • Assessed Land Value: $682,695
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $227,563

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jul 14, 2015
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Aug 18, 2015
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 15-1010706
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Sep 06, 1996
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Aug 05, 1996
  • Previous Sale Amount: $439,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 36
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 178 Muerdago Road built and last sold?
The property at 178 Muerdago Road was built in 1988 and last sold on Jul 14, 2015 for $800,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 178 Muerdago Road is $1,917,990.
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