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  • $13,400,000

    659 E Channel Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90402

    5beds
    5,873sqft
    : 
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1978
    0.99 Acres Lot
    $12,036,300 Zestimate®
    $2,282/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Hidden meditation areaMature landscapingStudio apartmentOne-bedroom suitePrivate deckNatural lightPrimary suite
    An exceptional value in coveted Santa Monica Canyonthis enchanting hacienda offers the sophistication and scale of estates far beyond its price point. Just moments from the Pacific, the property blends authentic Spanish architecture with effortless California luxury.The main home features soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams, and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the open living spaces with natural light. A versatile mezzanine and hidden meditation area add dimension and serenity, while the primary suite enjoys a walk-in closet, spa bath, and private outdoor garden. Two additional bedrooms share a generous Jack-and-Jill bath.A remarkable piece of Hollywood history, the original Leo Carrillo barn has been reimagined as a two-story guest house, complete with a one-bedroom suite, office, and den below, and a studio apartment with kitchenette and private deck above.Set on nearly an acre of lush, gated grounds, this verdant retreat includes mature landscaping, a thriving vegetable garden, and a greenhouse for year-round farm-to-table living. Already an extraordinary entertainers' estate, it also presents an exceptional opportunity for those seeking to elevate and personalize one of Santa Monica Canyon's most charming and iconic properties.
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 20, 2025 at 05:41am

    Listed by:

    Jonathan Ruiz DRE # 01886713 310-850-7849,

    The Agency 424-230-3700

    Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25573225MLS Logo

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Cabana, Breakfast Bar, Dining Room, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Media Room, Office, Guest House, Living Room, Powder, Jack And Jill
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,873
    • Total interior livable area: 5,873 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 5
    • Parking features: Garage, Garage - 2 Car, Circular Driveway
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 3
    Features
    • Levels: One,Two
    • Stories: 1
    • Pool features: Pool Cover, In Ground, Heated
    • Spa features: Heated, In Ground
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Canyon
    Lot
    • Size: 0.99 Acres
    • Dimensions: 125 x 320
    Details
    • Additional structures: Guest House, Detached Guest House
    • Parcel number: 4408028012
    • Zoning: LARE20
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Spanish
    • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Year built: 1978

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated, Alarm System
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Santa Monica

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $2,282/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $9,074,613
    • Annual tax amount: $108,528
    • Date on market: 8/2/2025
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    Estimated market value

    $12,036,300

    $11.43M - $12.64M

    $37,673/mo

    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    8/2/2025Listed for sale$13,400,000-7.6%$2,282/sqft
    Source: CLAW #25573225 Report a problem
    8/2/2025Listing removed$14,495,000$2,468/sqft
    Source: CLAW #25507491 Report a problem
    3/7/2025Listed for sale$14,495,000+89.5%$2,468/sqft
    Source: CLAW #25507491 Report a problem
    2/12/2016Sold$7,650,000+3.4%$1,303/sqft
    Source: CLAW #16976833 Report a problem
    2/8/2016Pending sale$7,400,000$1,260/sqft
    Source: The Agency #16976833 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$108,528 +1%$9,074,613 +2%
    2024$107,431 +2%$8,896,681 +2%
    2023$105,316 +4.9%$8,722,237 +2%

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    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $85,364/mo
    Principal & interest
    $67497
    Property taxes
    $13177
    Home insurance
    $4690

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      Neighborhood: Pacific Palisades

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