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178 Muerdago RdTopanga, CA 90290

Single Family · 7 Beds · 2 Full Baths · 4 Three Quarter Baths · 4,500 Sq. ft. | 0.40 Acres
$1,899,000 Active

178 Muerdago Rd Overview

Time on Site:
28 days
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Big Sur House. A Canyon Compound Above the Clouds. 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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178 Muerdago Rd Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 4,500
  • Price/Sq.ft. $422
  • Lot 0.40 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association: False

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1988

Location/Region

  • Country: US
  • County Or Parish: Los Angeles
  • MLS Area Major: Topanga

General Information

  • Disclosures: Coastal Zone
  • Furnished: Furnished Or Unfurnished
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Zoning: LCR11L

Interior

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 4
  • Bathrooms Total: 6.00
  • Bedrooms Total: 7

General Information

  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooling: Air Conditioning, Central
  • Entry Location: Mid Level
  • Fireplace: True
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace, Propane Gas
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceiling(s), Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Living Room Balcony, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floor Plan, Pre-wired for high speed Data, Storage Space, Turnkey, Wood Product Walls
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Living Area: 4500
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Rooms: 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, Primary Bedroom, Separate Family Room, Separate Maids Qtrs, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Spa Features: None
  • Spa: False
  • Stories: 3
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, French Windows

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Open Parking Spaces: 5
  • Parking Total: 5

Lot Information

  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Gutters, Landscaped, Street Paved, Wooded, Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4023
  • Lot Size Area: 17525
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Water Source: District

Waterfront/View

    Building Exterior/Construction

    • Architectural Style: Craftsman
    • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
    • Direction Faces: South
    • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Concrete Slab, Covered, Covered Porch, Deck(s), Enclosed, Living Room Balcony, Living Room Deck Attached, Patio Open, Porch, Porch - Front, Roof Top Deck, Wood, Wrap Around Porch
    • Roof: Asphalt

    General Information

    • Fencing: Other, Privacy
    • Other Structures: Accessory Bldgs, Cabana, GuestHouse
    • Pool Features: None
    • Pool Private: False
    • Sewer: Septic Tank

    178 Muerdago Rd Neighborhood

    Community

    90290 (Topanga) Demographics

    46
    Median Age
    259
    Population Density (per sq. mile)
    71%
    College Educated
    $129,000
    Estimated Median Income
    1,418
    Estimated Total Home Owners
    584
    Estimated Total Renters
    71% / 29%
    Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
    3
    Estimated Average Household Size
    Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

    Schools

    School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

    178 Muerdago Rd Monthly Cost

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    * All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

    178 Muerdago Rd Market Data

    Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

    $2,305,555
    Average List Price
    $747
    Average Price per Square Foot
    16
    Properties Sold
    100
    Average Days on Market
    304
    Properties for Sale
    Calculations provided by Reliance Network

    178 Muerdago Rd History

    Date Event Value Agent
    6/1/2026Source: CRMLS Added to Database
    June 01, 2026
    6/1/2026Source: TheMLS (CLAW) Added to Database
    June 01, 2026
    12/22/2022Source: CRMLS Added to Database
    December 22, 2022
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