3240 Sumac Ridge Rd

2,939 Sq. Ft.
$1,480 / Sq. Ft.
2,939
Sq. Ft.
$1,480
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Introducing this exceptional Santa Fe-Contemporary style Malibu retreat with sweeping ocean views and coveted La Costa Beach Club rights. Set on a private 1.57-acre promontory 600 feet above the Pacific with sweeping 270 degree views, this fully gated estate offers a rare convergence of privacy, architectural integrity, and natural beauty. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated to embrace its spectacular setting, with panoramic vistas stretching from Palos Verdes and the Queen's Necklace to Catalina...Introducing this exceptional Santa Fe-Contemporary style Malibu retreat with sweeping ocean views and coveted La Costa Beach Club rights. Set on a private 1.57-acre promontory 600 feet above the Pacific with sweeping 270 degree views, this fully gated estate offers a rare convergence of privacy, architectural integrity, and natural beauty. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated to embrace its spectacular setting, with panoramic vistas stretching from Palos Verdes and the Queen's Necklace to Catalina Island, the Santa Monica Pier, and the surrounding canyons. Framed by meticulously landscaped, drought-tolerant gardens and a manicured grassy lawn, the home has been extensively remodeled and combines contemporary living in a peaceful mountain setting. Enter through a dramatic 200-foot driveway to the beautifully designed single-level home, featuring soaring 10- to 16-foot ceilings, clerestory windows, and walls of glass that invite natural light and unfolding ocean views from nearly every room. The open-concept living spaces are anchored by a great room with a newly built slip stone fireplace and custom walnut display shelving, seamlessly flowing into the dining area. French doors open to a backyard oasis featuring a 40' Italian porcelain patio with a pergola, gravel fire pit terrace, al fresco dining area, and a sunken citrus gardenperfect for entertaining. The chef's kitchen boasts Columbia custom cabinetry, a waterfall-edge Pental quartz island with a breakfast bar, and top-of-the-line appliances including a 48" KitchenAid refrigerator, Bosch gas cooktop, Electrolux double ovens, and a Superior wine cabinet. There is an adjoining media room with a built-in 68" flatscreen and exterior access to a barbecue patio. The spacious primary suite enjoys head-on views of the Pacific and sparkling city lights, with direct patio access, a large walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bath with a double vanity, shower, and soaking tub. There are two additional guest bedrooms with stunning mountain views, including one currently set up as an office. Additional amenities include a Sonos surround sound system, engineered French White Oak flooring, a security system with cameras, a two-car garage with epoxy flooring, and ample parking. Enjoy an exclusive deeded membership to the La Costa Beach Club and tennis courts, offering the ultimate in resort-style Malibu living. The property also includes a deeded road membership with access via a guard-gated private road, providing a direct route to PCH in just minutes. Ideally located in Eastern Malibu with convenient access to Santa Monica and the Westside, beaches, hiking trails, and more. This is a one-of-a-kind property with unparalleled privacy and refined design in an unmatched Malibu setting! There was previously a 1 bed / 1.5 bath detached guest house that was lost in the Palisades fire.

Listing Agents

  1. Russell Grether

    Russell Grether

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01836632

    russell@compass.com

    P: (310)-994-4247

  2. Nikki Hutcheson

    Nikki Hutcheson

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #02121282

  3. Jessica Jedvaj

    Jessica Jedvaj

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #02127780

Property Details for 3240 Sumac Ridge Road

Zoning
LCR11*
Style
Santa Fe
Association Fee Frequency
Annually
Property Attached YN
false
Parcel Number
4451016008
Living Area
2939
Source Living Area
Estimated
Area
Malibu (C33)
LISTING UPDATED: 01/07/2026 01:36 PM

Property Details for 3240 Sumac Ridge Road

StatusActive
MLS #26633665
Days on Market2
Taxes-
HOA Fees$2,000 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1997
Lot Size1.57 AC / 68,352 SF
CountyLos Angeles County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%
Compensation RemarksAny offer of compensation indicates the seller's willingness to consider paying buyer broker compensation. It is not a promise nor a contract.

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Russell Grether, DRE #01836632; Compass, Nikki Hutcheson, DRE #02121282; Compass, Jessica Jedvaj, DRE #02127780
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Building Information for 3240 Sumac Ridge Road

Stories1Year Built1997Building Size-Lot Size1.57 AC / 68,352 SF

Payment Calculator

$23,178 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$21,201

Property Taxes

$1,810

HOA Dues

$167

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Property Information for 3240 Sumac Ridge Road

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA Amount: $2,900
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Ocean, Mountains, Canyon, City Lights, Coastline, Pier, Catalina
  • View: Ocean, Mountain(s), Canyon, City Lights, Coastline, Pier, Catalina
  • Security Features: Gated, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Disclosures: As Is, Coastal Commission Restrictions
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Acreage: 1.57
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 68352
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Garage - 2 Car, Driveway, Parking for Guests
  • Total Parking: 10
  • Covered Parking: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage - Two Door, Driveway, Guest
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Den, Living Room, Office, Walk-In Closet
  • Rooms: Breakfast Bar, Den, Dining Area, Living Room, Office, Patio Open, Powder, Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Levels: One
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Gas
  • Den: Yes
  • Family Room: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Air Conditioning
  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Carpet
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Laundry: Room
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Pool Description: Room For
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • Sprinklers: Sprinkler System, Drip System, Sprinkler Timer
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structures: None
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 01-07-2026

Property History for 3240 Sumac Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #26633665

$4,350,000—
Jan 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #26633665

$4,350,000—
Sep 26, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #25554745

—
Sep 26, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #25554745

$4,895,000—
Jul 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25554745

$4,895,000—
Jul 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25554745

$4,895,000—
Oct 31, 2024

Expired

CRMLS #24385411

—
Oct 31, 2024

Expired

CLAW #24-385411

$7,395,000—
Oct 11, 2024

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #24385411

$7,395,000—
Oct 11, 2024

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #24-385411

$7,395,000—
Apr 30, 2024

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #24385411

$7,395,000—
Apr 30, 2024

Listed (Active)

CLAW #24-385411

$7,395,000—
Feb 12, 2016

Sold

CLAW #15-934999

$2,300,000—
Feb 12, 2016

Sold

CRMLS #15934999

$2,300,000—
Jan 28, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #565275735

$2,300,000—
Dec 29, 2015

Pending

CRMLS #15934999

—
Dec 29, 2015

Pending

CLAW #15-934999

—
Oct 6, 2015

Price Change

CRMLS #15934999

$2,495,000—
Aug 24, 2015

Listed (Active)

CLAW #15-934999

$2,700,000—
Aug 24, 2015

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #15934999

$2,700,000—
Jul 21, 2000

Sold

CRMLS #00116007

$960,000—
Jul 21, 2000

Sold

CLAW #00-116007

$960,000—
Jun 14, 2000

Pending

CRMLS #00116007

—
Jun 14, 2000

Pending

CLAW #00-116007

—
Apr 3, 2000

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #00116007

$999,000—
Apr 3, 2000

Listed (Active)

CLAW #00-116007

$1,100,000—
Jan 17, 1997

Sold

CLAW #603708

$180,000—
Jan 17, 1997

Sold

CRMLS #603708

$180,000—
Dec 2, 1996

Pending

CLAW #603708

—
Dec 2, 1996

Pending

CRMLS #603708

—
Nov 27, 1996

Listed (Active)

CLAW #603708

$199,000—
Jan 26, 1996

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #603708

$199,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/07/2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #26633665

$4,350,000
01/07/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #26633665

$4,350,000
09/26/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #25554745

—
09/26/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #25554745

$4,895,000
07/07/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25554745

$4,895,000
07/07/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25554745

$4,895,000
10/31/2024

Expired

CRMLS #24385411

—
10/31/2024

Expired

CLAW #24-385411

$7,395,000
10/11/2024

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #24385411

$7,395,000
10/11/2024

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #24-385411

$7,395,000
04/30/2024

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #24385411

$7,395,000
04/30/2024

Listed (Active)

CLAW #24-385411

$7,395,000
02/12/2016

Sold

CLAW #15-934999

$2,300,000
02/12/2016

Sold

CRMLS #15934999

$2,300,000
01/28/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #565275735

$2,300,000
12/29/2015

Pending

CRMLS #15934999

—
12/29/2015

Pending

CLAW #15-934999

—
10/06/2015

Price Change

CRMLS #15934999

$2,495,000
08/24/2015

Listed (Active)

CLAW #15-934999

$2,700,000
08/24/2015

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #15934999

$2,700,000
07/21/2000

Sold

CRMLS #00116007

$960,000
07/21/2000

Sold

CLAW #00-116007

$960,000
06/14/2000

Pending

CRMLS #00116007

—
06/14/2000

Pending

CLAW #00-116007

—
04/03/2000

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #00116007

$999,000
04/03/2000

Listed (Active)

CLAW #00-116007

$1,100,000
01/17/1997

Sold

CLAW #603708

$180,000
01/17/1997

Sold

CRMLS #603708

$180,000
12/02/1996

Pending

CLAW #603708

—
12/02/1996

Pending

CRMLS #603708

—
11/27/1996

Listed (Active)

CLAW #603708

$199,000
01/26/1996

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #603708

$199,000

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

Public Records for 3240 Sumac Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,461,989Additions$236,758Total$1,698,747
Tax Record2025$21,724 ($1,810 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,839 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,839 SqFtLot Size63,583 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1997ZoningLCR11*CountyLOS ANGELESAPN4451-016-008

Schools near 3240 Sumac Ridge Road

This home is within Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Webster Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Malibu Middle
Public6 to 8

Malibu High School
Public9 to 12

Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) School
PublicK to 8

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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3240 Sumac Ridge Road is a single family home for sale in Malibu, CA 90265. This property was listed for sale on January 7, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $4,350,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on February 12, 2016. This listing's school district is Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District. Nearby schools include Webster Elementary School, Malibu Middle and Malibu High School. 3240 Sumac Ridge Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,939 sqft single family home built in 1997.

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