$1,899,000
 $10,194 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

178 Muerdago Road,Topanga, CA 90290

Topanga, CA 90290

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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.

Details

MLS #26839089
Listing TypeFor Sale
StyleHouse
Sub-TypeResale
StatusActive
Year1988
Days On Site91
Listing Provided ByCompass | Adrian Wright

Features

Bed(s)7
Bath(s) 6 Total
SQ Feet4,500
Story(s)3
ZoningLCR11L
Acreage0.40
Property ViewYes

Interior

CoolingCentral Air
HeatingCentral, Fireplaces, Propane
Heating Yes / NoYes
Cooling Yes / NoYes
Interior FeaturesBeamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Storage, Wood Product Walls, Loft, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
Window FeaturesDouble Pane Windows, French Mullioned
FurnishedFurnished Or Unfurnished
AppliancesDouble Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Dryer, Washer
Fireplace Yes / NoYes

Exterior

Exterior FeaturesRain Gutters
Construction MaterialsWood Siding
Lot FeaturesFront Yard, Landscaped, Yard
FencingPrivacy

Parking

Parking FeaturesDriveway

Utilities

SewerSeptic Type Unknown

Area Information

StateCA
CountyLos Angeles
CityTopanga
Zip Code90290
AreaTOP Topanga
Listing VS Median (in 90290)
Price:
$1,899,000
low | high
Med:
$1,598,500
65.824117956819% of Average
sqft:
4,500
low | high
Med:
1,208
100% of Average
$ / sqft:
$422
low | high
Med:
$1,324
100% of Average
On site:
91
low | high
Med:
123
73.983739837398% of Average
Sourced by Back At You

Market Activity 90290

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StateCA
CountyLos Angeles
CityTopanga
Zip Code90290
AreaTOP Topanga
Listing VS Median (in 90290)
Price:
$1,899,000
low | high
Med:
$1,598,500
65.824117956819% of Average
sqft:
4,500
low | high
Med:
1,208
100% of Average
$ / sqft:
$422
low | high
Med:
$1,324
100% of Average
On site:
91
low | high
Med:
123
73.983739837398% of Average
Sourced by Back At You
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Listing Updated: August 21, 2026 at 11:12:49 PM PDT
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