1553 Penny Rd

1,000 Sq. Ft.
$1,300 / Sq. Ft.
1,000
Sq. Ft.
$1,300
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Historic Storybook Cottage loaded with Canyon Charm! Highly Rated Income-Producing Property with Gorgeous Views and High-end Upgrades. Built in 1925 as a Hunter's Retreat, today this Home is Perfect for Entertaining/Relaxing in the Tranquility of the Santa Monica Mountains. Expansive View Decks look out to Lush Cross-Canyon Views & Perfect Sunsets. Large Back Deck is partly shaded with Roll-Down Blinds. Open Kitchen with High Beam Ceilings. Two Cozy Bedrooms with Shade from Towering Oaks. Remodeled...Historic Storybook Cottage loaded with Canyon Charm! Highly Rated Income-Producing Property with Gorgeous Views and High-end Upgrades. Built in 1925 as a Hunter's Retreat, today this Home is Perfect for Entertaining/Relaxing in the Tranquility of the Santa Monica Mountains. Expansive View Decks look out to Lush Cross-Canyon Views & Perfect Sunsets. Large Back Deck is partly shaded with Roll-Down Blinds. Open Kitchen with High Beam Ceilings. Two Cozy Bedrooms with Shade from Towering Oaks. Remodeled Bathroom with Tub/Shower/Upgraded Plumbing & Sink. Detached Accessory Building that would make an Amazing Office/Yoga or Art Studio. A stone's throw from Topanga State Park (Hiking, Biking & Equestrian Trails). Great Mid-Canyon Location with Amazing Privacy, yet just a short drive to the Pacific Ocean or Valley Shops. Norwegian Jotul Heater Stove, Smeg Refrigerator, Fujitsu ductless AC/heat. Outdoor Shower, easy-care Succulent Gardens. Citrus and Fruit Trees, built-in Veggie Garden/Sandbox! One of the Last of the remaining Sylvia Park Hunting Cabins, this is the Magical Cottage everyone Dreams of! (Two Assessor Parcel Numbers 4442-016-037 & 047. Hurry on this One! Move right in or continue the Highly Successful Turnkey Rental Operation!
  1. Listed by William P. Bowling • DRE #01393337 • Brokerage DRE #00824452 • Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 1553 Penny Road

Water Front
Stream
Style
Craftsman
Parcel Number
4442016037
Living Area
1000
Source Living Area
Other
Area
Topanga (TOP)
Lot Size Area
6413
Source Lot Size Area
Other
LISTING CLOSED: 11/21/2023 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1553 Penny Road

StatusSold
MLS #23-306013
Days on Market29
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,413 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, William P. Bowling, DRE #01393337

Sold By Sotheby's International Realty, Kendal White, DRE #02174214; Sotheby's International Realty, Catherine Campbell, DRE #01164030

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Building Information for 1553 Penny Road

Stories2Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,413 SF

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Property Information for 1553 Penny Road

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Attached
  • Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Canyon, Hills, Mountains, Trees/Woods, Tree Top
  • View: Canyon, Hills, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
  • Guest House: None
  • Security Features: None
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Maids Room: false
  • Water: District, Water District, Public
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Heater Features: Tankless, Instant Hot Water, Propane
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Probate: No
  • Lease Option: false
  • Financing: Cash, Cash To New Loan
  • Disclosures: As Is
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Land Lease Purchase: No
  • Horse: No
  • Additional Parcel Number: Yes
  • Lot Acreage: 0.1359
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6413
  • Lot Description: 2-4 Lots
  • Lot Location: Canyon
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Driveway - Brick
  • Total Parking: 3
  • Covered Parking: 0
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 3
  • Parking Features: Driveway - Brick
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Art Studio
  • Rooms: Art Studio, Breakfast Area, Patio Covered, Studio
  • Levels: Two
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Furnished Or Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • Heating Type: Wall
  • Flooring: Wood, Mixed
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven
  • Interior Features: Living Room Deck Attached, Furnished, Turnkey
  • Room Kitchen Features: Remodeled Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Remodeled
  • Room Bathroom Features: Remodeled
  • Bathroom Features: Remodeled
  • Bedroom Features: All Bedrooms Down
  • Common Walls: Attached
  • Cooking Appliances: Gas/Electric Range, Cooktop - Gas
  • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet Stacked
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Family Room
  • Eating Area: In Family Room
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • Tennis: No
  • Tennis Court: None
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Patio Features: Awning, Balcony
  • Entry Location: Main Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structural Features: Balcony
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 08-30-2023
  • Listing Terms: Cash, Cash To New Loan

Property History for 1553 Penny Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 1, 2026

Expired

CLAW #25630769

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May 1, 2026

Expired

CRMLS #25630769

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Apr 27, 2026

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #25630769

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/01/2026

Expired

CLAW #25630769

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05/01/2026

Expired

CRMLS #25630769

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04/27/2026

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #25630769

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

Public Records for 1553 Penny Road

Taxable ValueLand$853,740Additions$397,800Total$1,251,540
Tax Record2025$15,226 ($1,269 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt800 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt800 SqFtLot Size5,926 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925CountyLOS ANGELESAPN4442-016-037

Schools near 1553 Penny Road

This home is within Los Angeles Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Charter - K to 5
Charter - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
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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Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, William P. Bowling, DRE #01393337

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