1520 Bonnell Dr

Topanga, CA 90290

$3,999,000
Price
6
Beds
4,200 Sq. Ft.
$952 / Sq. Ft.
4,200
Sq. Ft.
$952
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By Compass
Listed By Compass
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Description

Own a Topanga Landmark, with 3 Homes on 2 Lots! At the far end of the Historic Bonnell Park, a storied New England style compound is set in lush, verdant, meadows, framed by towering oaks, cottonwood, maple, and ash trees. With the park serving as a de facto front yard, the white house with inky black shutters sits behind a long, flower-framed, white picket fencebeckoning as if from a bygone era. The cluster of 3 homes, encompassing the entire end of the Bonnell Cul de sac, harkens to farm country,...Own a Topanga Landmark, with 3 Homes on 2 Lots! At the far end of the Historic Bonnell Park, a storied New England style compound is set in lush, verdant, meadows, framed by towering oaks, cottonwood, maple, and ash trees. With the park serving as a de facto front yard, the white house with inky black shutters sits behind a long, flower-framed, white picket fencebeckoning as if from a bygone era. The cluster of 3 homes, encompassing the entire end of the Bonnell Cul de sac, harkens to farm country, with the main house sitting on over 1 1/3 acre of flat lawns and gardens. The two smaller cottages, each in a private, fenced yard, sit on a separate, adjoining 1/4 acre lot. Strawberry peak and Little Rock, two local icons, serve as a backdrop to this home. The history of Topanga is told here. The homes were once part of the original John Bonnell estate which includes "The Old Stone House"considered the oldest house in Topanga, built by Jack Wood, a pioneer stage and Post Office mail driver. They have been owned by just 2 families over the past 70 years, and were reimagined by Topanga's renowned architect, Cary Gepner, into the graceful sanctuary they are today. The brief was to seamlessly meld the indoors and out, so every room took in the beauty of the incredible grounds. He delivered. Rooms flooded with abundant natural light, encompass the perfect flow for celebrations, or quiet enjoyment. Visitors to the park often exclaim it is the "most beautiful home in Topanga!" Now is your chance to own this lyrical property, with its saltwater pool and spa, fruit trees, and gardens, all set along the banks of Old Topanga Creek. Over the years, this home has been cast as an East Coast home in movies and tv shows, because it calls nostalgically to us of simpler times. But the interiors are updated with serenely minimal rooms perfect for modern country living. Bare feet pad across polished old oak floors. The front foyer opens to a gracious, soaring, two story living room, with a classic fireplace. A wall of French doors looks out from the living room and spacious dining room to where deer meander, and hawksfloat on updrafts. The inviting open kitchen, with its vast island, hosts a crowd. Doors flung open to the huge patio, pool and spa, allow for that quintessential California indooroutdoor life! The spacious primary suite opens to the pool through French doors. Its bright bath, with a steam shower, vintage fixtures and a clawfoot tub opens to a poolside shower. Two other bedrooms with sun-splashed windows sit on the main level. A captivating suite of rooms under the eaves include an antechamber under automatic, venting skylights, that is perfect for reading or drawing. A small nook nearby entices as a hideaway play room. The bedroom up here is a fantasy space ripped from a classic tale, with windows overlooking the estate. The endearing one bedroom cottages share the same bright, pristine spirit as the main house, each with a fireplace. This home has an old soul, but a youthful spirit. Classical landscaping, with abundant flowers, bowers of roses, and trees laden with fruit surround the homes. Birdsong brightens your mornings, and frogs, crickets, and the soft hoot of owls serenade you at night. A chicken coop awaits hens. Protected Bonnell Park, Topanga's Halloween destination, is owned by a neighborhood association, and development of the park is forbidden. Red Rock State Park, Summit to Summit, and Backbone hiking trails are nearby. Topanga's cafes, shops, and cultural landmarks are close by. Malibu's fabled beaches are near enough to feel the coastal breezes. Hop to the 101 or the westside. You can have your rural dreams, and your big city life, too. The magic of this home abides, with shooting stars, darting bats, and the burble of the creek. And now you can weave your life into the sweet tale of this storybook home.

Property Details for 1520 Bonnell Drive

Water Front
Stream
Zoning
LCR1VV
Style
Cape Cod
Cross Streets
Old Topanga Canyon Rd, Bonnell
Property Attached YN
false
Parcel Number
4438008032
Living Area
4200
Source Living Area
Estimated
LISTING UPDATED: 08/16/2025 11:31 AM

Property Details for 1520 Bonnell Drive

StatusActive
MLS #25563875
Days on Market158
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1956
Lot Size1.57 AC / 68,349 SF
CountyLos Angeles County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Adrian Wright, DRE #00935559
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Building Information for 1520 Bonnell Drive

Stories2Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size1.57 AC / 68,349 SF

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$20,982 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$19,760

Property Taxes

$1,222

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Property Information for 1520 Bonnell Drive

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Bluff, Canyon, Creek/Stream, Hills, Mountains, Pool, Orchard/Grove, Skyline, Trees/Woods
  • View: Bluff, Canyon, Creek/Stream, Hills, Mountain(s), Pool, Orchard, Trees/Woods
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Smoke Detector
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Water: District
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water District: Los Angeles County Waterworks
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Disclosures: Coastal Zone
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Special Zoning: Coastal Commission
  • Additional Parcel Number: Yes
  • Lot Acreage: 1.569
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 68349
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Secluded, Yard
  • Lot Description: 2-4 Lots, Back Yard, Fenced, Fenced Yard, Front Yard, Gutters, Landscaped, Lawn, Secluded, Street Asphalt, Wooded, Yard
  • Lot Location: Canyon, Park Nearby, Stream, Rural
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Driveway, Driveway Gate, Parking for Guests - Onsite, Parking for Guests, RV Access, Private
  • Total Parking: 10
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 10
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Guest, RV Access/Parking, Private
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Den, Family Room, Formal Entry, Great Room, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Living Room, Loft, Retreat, Walk-In Closet
  • Rooms: Breakfast Bar, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Formal Entry, Great Room, Guest House, Living Room, Loft, Patio Open, Powder, Primary Bedroom, Retreat, Walk-In Closet
  • Levels: Two
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Den, Living Room
  • Den: Yes
  • Family Room: 1
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Dryer, Propane Dryer Hookup, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Interior Features: Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Hot Tub, Open Floor Plan
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Gourmet Kitchen, Island, Open to Family Room, Remodeled
  • Room Bathroom Features: Remodeled, Shower in Tub, Shower
  • Bathroom Features: Remodeled, Shower and Tub, Shower Stall, Steam Shower, Powder Room
  • Bedroom Features: Ground Floor Primary, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Retreat, Primary Suite, WalkInCloset
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooking Appliances: Built-In Gas, Built-In Electric, Cooktop - Gas, Double Oven, Propane
  • Laundry: Laundry Area
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Formal Dining Rm, Kitchen Island
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar
  • TV Services: Cable TV
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Diving Board, Fenced, Filtered, Heated, Heated And Filtered, In Ground, Heated with Propane, Salt/Saline, Tile
  • Pool Features: Diving Board, Fenced, Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Heated with Propane, Salt Water, Tile
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa: Fenced, Heated, In Ground
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Fence: Chain Link, Wood
  • Sprinklers: Front, Rear, Sprinkler System, Drip System
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Patio Features: Patio Open, Rock/Stone
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/steps
  • Windows: French Windows, Screens
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard
  • Exterior Construction: Clapboard
  • Other Structural Features: French Doors, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Historical, Rain Gutters
  • Other Structures: Accessory Bldgs, GuestHouse, Other
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 07-11-2025

Property History for 1520 Bonnell Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25563875

$3,999,000—
Jul 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25563875

$3,999,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/10/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25563875

$3,999,000
07/10/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25563875

$3,999,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1520 Bonnell Drive

Taxable ValueLand$686,879Additions$485,282Total$1,172,161
Tax Record2025$14,662 ($1,222 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,510 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,510 SqFtStories1Lot Size56,776 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956ZoningLCR1VVCountyLOS ANGELESAPN4438-008-032

Schools near 1520 Bonnell Drive

This home is within Los Angeles Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Topanga Elementary Charter
Charter - K to 5
Paul Revere Middle School
Charter - 6 to 8
Woodland Hills Charter Academy
Public - 6 to 8
Palisades Charter High School
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Topanga Elementary Charter
CharterK to 5

Paul Revere Middle School
Charter6 to 8

Woodland Hills Charter Academy
Public6 to 8

Palisades Charter High School
Charter9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1520 Bonnell Drive, Topanga, CA 90290

1520 Bonnell Drive is a multi-family home for sale in Topanga, CA 90290. This property was listed for sale on July 10, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $3,999,000. This listing's school district is Los Angeles Unified School District. Nearby schools include Topanga Elementary Charter, Paul Revere Middle School and Woodland Hills Charter Academy. 1520 Bonnell Drive is a 6-bed, 5-bath, 4,200 sqft multi-family home built in 1956.

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