Sold
Last Sold Price
523 sqft
491 Mesa Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90402
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.06 acresLot Size
1936Year Built
$2,753/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Never before on market, the 1936 Baby Grand Piano Studio is an early Modernist example of one of the most influential architects of the twentieth century: Richard Neutra. Custom-built for notable local writer David Malcolmson and now restored to its original condition, this prized gem has been published widely in architectural books and magazines as The Mother-In-Law & The David Malcolmson Guest House. This pied-a-terre with expansive curved wall of windows framing the canyon and the terraced garden...Never before on market, the 1936 Baby Grand Piano Studio is an early Modernist example of one of the most influential architects of the twentieth century: Richard Neutra. Custom-built for notable local writer David Malcolmson and now restored to its original condition, this prized gem has been published widely in architectural books and magazines as The Mother-In-Law & The David Malcolmson Guest House. This pied-a-terre with expansive curved wall of windows framing the canyon and the terraced garden below is a small but private artistic haven, and can be your great sunny coastal sanctuary, perfect for snowbirds escaping harsh winters or local professionals looking for a chic studio space. Located in the desirable Santa Monica Canyon, but technically in the City of LA in the Palisades School District. Tucked away from the city hustle, moments to the beach, Rustic Canyon Park tennis courts, local restaurants, and shops. Experience life in a historical piece of art.
  • Listed by: James Respondek DRE #00713972 Brokerage DRE #00858724 • Rodeo Realty - Pacific Palisades
  • Listed by: Antonia Mollica DRE #01985014 Brokerage DRE #00858724 • Rodeo Realty - Pacific Palisades
Listing closed: 06/10/2021 12:00 AM • Source: CLAW, MLS#: 21-721974

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Listing Courtesy of Rodeo Realty - Pacific Palisades, James Respondek, DRE #00713972; Rodeo Realty - Pacific Palisades, Antonia Mollica, DRE #01985014

Sold By Compass, Frank Langen, DRE #01108147

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Property Information for 491 Mesa Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Zoning: LAR1
  • Style: Architectural
  • Parcel Number: 4410016041
  • Living Area: 523
  • Source Living Area: Vendor Enhanced
  • Area: Santa Monica (C14)
  • Lot Size Area: 2457
  • Source Lot Size Area: Vendor Enhanced
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4410-016-041
  • Directions: PCH to W Channel Road east to Mesa Road
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Lot Size: 0.06 AC / 2,457 SF
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Canyon
  • View: Canyon
  • Water Heater Features: Electric
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Probate: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Lease Option: false
  • Disclosures: Other
  • 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: No
  • Lot Acreage: 0.0564
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2457
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Garage - 1 Car
  • Total Parking: 1
  • Covered Parking: 1
  • Parking Features: Garage - Single Door
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Rooms: Other
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Great Room
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • Heating Type: Wall
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Microwave, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Laundry: Other
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • Other Structural Features: Energy Efficient
  • Other Structures: Other
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 04-21-2021

Property History for 491 Mesa Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 10, 2021

Sold

CRMLS #21721974

$1,440,000—
Jun 10, 2021

Sold

CLAW #21-721974

$1,440,000—
May 17, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1463102594

$1,440,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/10/2021

Sold

CRMLS #21721974

$1,440,000
06/10/2021

Sold

CLAW #21-721974

$1,440,000
05/17/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1463102594

$1,440,000

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Public Records for 491 Mesa Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,271,899Additions$317,973Total$1,589,872
Tax Record2025$18,623 ($1,552 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt523 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt523 SqFtStories1Lot Size2,457 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1936Year Renovated1936ZoningLAR1CountyLOS ANGELESAPN4410-016-041

Schools near 491 Mesa Road

This home is within Los Angeles Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Charter - K to 5
Charter - 6 to 8
Charter - 9 to 12
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Canyon Elementary School
CharterK to 5

Paul Revere Middle School
Charter6 to 8

Palisades Charter High School
Charter9 to 12

Animo Venice 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 Rodeo Realty - Pacific Palisades, James Respondek, DRE #00713972; Rodeo Realty - Pacific Palisades, Antonia Mollica, DRE #01985014

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