A true sanctuary in every sense, this one-of-a-kind trophy estate by the late, legendary architect Howard Backen sits on the 7th hole of the iconic Riviera Country Club - the only Backen-designed home ever built on L.A.'s premier golf course. Encompassing approximately 12,240 SF, this 6-bedroom, 6-bathroom masterpiece captures sweeping views of the Santa Monica Mountains with some of the most breathtaking sunsets in the city. Backen, renowned for shaping modern California architecture, was a visionary of elegant simplicity, expressive natural materials, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. This home stands as a living tribute to his legacy - crafted with board-formed concrete, vaulted wood ceilings, steel-frame windows, and disappearing glass walls that dissolve the boundary between architecture and nature. Designed to elevate every moment, the estate features a massive motor court, a chef's kitchen, temperature-controlled wine cellar, movie theater, guest house, spa and wellness center, dedicated kids' lounge, and the most iconic man cave ever imagined. Fully powered by geothermal energy, this compound offers off-the-grid living without sacrificing a single luxury. This private retreat sits tucked away on what may be L.A.'s best-kept secret street. The location is unparalleled: discreetly positioned next to Channel Road, it offers quick access to the beaches, Malibu, the Brentwood Country Mart, and some of the finest dining - all while feeling worlds away from it all. Welcome to ground zero for luxury, privacy, and sophisticated Zen living.
For sale
$110,000,000
859 Woodacres Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90402
6beds
12,240sqft
Est.:
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
1 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$8,987/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Temperature-controlled wine cellarMassive motor courtMovie theaterSpa and wellness centerSteel-frame windowsVaulted wood ceilings
- 197 days |
- 16,830 |
- 394 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 06, 2025 at 10:06am
Listed by:
Branden Williams DRE # 01774287 310-776-0737,
The Beverly Hills Estates 310-626-4248,
Rayni Williams DRE # 01496786 310-626-4248,
The Beverly Hills Estates
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25570921
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
Rooms
- Room types: Projection, Powder, Breakfast Area, Living Room, Dining Room, Guest House, Home Theatre, Wine Cellar, Pantry, Family Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Exhaust Fan, Barbeque
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Built-Ins
- Flooring: Stone, Wood, Other
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other, Fire Pit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 12,240
- Total interior livable area: 12,240 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Garage, Driveway, Private
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private, Heated
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Dimensions: 230 x 190
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Attached Guest House
- Parcel number: 4280001005
- Zoning: SMR1*
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Modern
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 2015
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Alarm System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Santa Monica
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $8,987/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $46,744,304
- Annual tax amount: $564,769
- Date on market: 8/11/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$165,953/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $110,000,000+167.8%$8,987/sqft |
Source:  CLAW #25570921 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2017 | Sold | $41,082,000+377.7%$3,356/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2012 | Sold | $8,600,086-4.4%$703/sqft |
Source:  CLAW #12575707 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2012 | Price change | $8,995,000-9.6%$735/sqft |
Source: Westside Estate Agency #12575707 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2012 | Listed for sale | $9,950,000-16%$813/sqft |
Source: Westside Estate Agency #12575707 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2011 | Listing removed | $11,850,000$968/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Brokerage Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2011 | Price change | $11,850,000+8%$968/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Brokerage Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2011 | Price change | $10,975,000-7.4%$897/sqft |
Source: NRT California #10-477799 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2010 | Price change | $11,850,000-10.6%$968/sqft |
Source: NRT California #10-477799 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2010 | Listed for sale | $13,250,000$1,083/sqft |
Source: Hilton & Hyland #09404993 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2010 | Listing removed | $13,250,000$1,083/sqft |
Source: Hilton Hyland #09-404993 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2010 | Listed for sale | $13,250,000-1.1%$1,083/sqft |
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| 8/2/2009 | Listing removed | $13,400,000$1,095/sqft |
Source: Prudential California Realty #09-382701 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2009 | Listed for sale | $13,400,000$1,095/sqft |
Source: Prudential California Realty #09-382701 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $564,769 +6.6% | $46,744,304 +2% |
| 2024 | $529,989 +1.6% | $45,827,752 +2% |
| 2023 | $521,573 +1.2% | $44,929,168 +2% |
| 2022 | $515,564 +2.4% | $44,048,204 +2% |
| 2021 | $503,700 +0.7% | $43,184,516 +1% |
| 2020 | $500,350 | $42,741,712 +2% |
| 2019 | $500,350 +7.4% | $41,903,640 +2% |
| 2018 | $466,036 | $41,082,000 +299.8% |
| 2017 | $466,036 +292.9% | $10,276,726 +2% |
| 2016 | $118,624 +3.2% | $10,075,223 +12.1% |
| 2015 | $114,950 +13.5% | $8,987,884 +2% |
| 2014 | $101,233 | $8,811,824 +109% |
| 2012 | -- | $4,217,078 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $4,134,391 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $4,103,492 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $4,113,241 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $4,032,590 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $3,953,520 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $3,876,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $3,876,000 +90% |
| 2004 | -- | $2,040,167 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $2,002,776 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,963,506 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $1,887,261 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$648,911/mo
Principal & interest
$540744
Property taxes
$108167
Climate risks
Neighborhood: North of Montana
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Santa Monica High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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