659 E Channel Rd

5,873 Sq. Ft.
$2,282 / Sq. Ft.
5,873
Sq. Ft.
$2,282
per Sq. Ft.

Description

An exceptional value in coveted Santa Monica Canyonthis enchanting hacienda offers the sophistication and scale of estates far beyond its price point. Just moments from the Pacific, the property blends authentic Spanish architecture with effortless California luxury. The main home features soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams, and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the open living spaces with natural light. A versatile mezzanine and hidden meditation area add dimension and serenity, while the primary...An exceptional value in coveted Santa Monica Canyonthis enchanting hacienda offers the sophistication and scale of estates far beyond its price point. Just moments from the Pacific, the property blends authentic Spanish architecture with effortless California luxury. The main home features soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams, and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the open living spaces with natural light. A versatile mezzanine and hidden meditation area add dimension and serenity, while the primary suite enjoys a walk-in closet, spa bath, and private outdoor garden. Two additional bedrooms share a generous Jack-and-Jill bath. A remarkable piece of Hollywood history, the original Leo Carrillo barn has been reimagined as a two-story guest house, complete with a one-bedroom suite, office, and den below, and a studio apartment with kitchenette and private deck above. Set on nearly an acre of lush, gated grounds, this verdant retreat includes mature landscaping, a thriving vegetable garden, and a greenhouse for year-round farm-to-table living. Already an extraordinary entertainers' estate, it also presents an exceptional opportunity for those seeking to elevate and personalize one of Santa Monica Canyon's most charming and iconic properties.

Property Details for 659 East Channel Road

Zoning
LARE20
Style
Spanish
Property Attached YN
false
Parcel Number
4408028012
Living Area
5873
Source Living Area
Taped
Area
Pacific Palisades (C15)
Lot Size Area
43096
LISTING UPDATED: 10/20/2025 12:41 PM

Property Details for 659 East Channel Road

StatusActive
MLS #25573225
Days on Market192
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1978
Lot Size0.99 AC / 43,096 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of The Agency, Jonathan Ruiz, DRE #01886713
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Building Information for 659 East Channel Road

Stories1Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size0.99 AC / 43,096 SF

Payment Calculator

$74,353 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$65,309

Property Taxes

$9,044

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 659 East Channel Road

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
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Disclosures: None
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Agency
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Acreage: 0.9893
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 43096
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 125x320
  • Source Lot Size Dimensions: Vendor Enhanced
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Garage, Garage - 2 Car, Circular Driveway
  • Total Parking: 3
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 3
  • Garage Spaces Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage - Two Door, Circular Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Media Room, Office, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Living Room, Jack & Jill
  • Rooms: Cabana, Breakfast Bar, Dining Room, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Media Room, Office, Guest House, Living Room, Powder, Jack And Jill
  • Levels: One, Two
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 0
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central
  • Cooling Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Equipment: Alarm System, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooking Appliances: Range, Oven
  • Laundry: Room
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Pool Cover, In Ground, Heated
  • Pool Features: Pool Cover, In Ground, Heated
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa: Heated, In Ground
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structures: GuestHouse
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 08-01-2025

Property History for 659 East Channel Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 17, 2025

Hold

SDMLS #25507491

—
Aug 1, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #25507491

$14,495,000—
Aug 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25573225

$13,400,000—
Aug 1, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #25507491

—
Aug 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25573225

$13,400,000—
Mar 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #25507491

$14,495,000—
Mar 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25507491

$14,495,000—
Mar 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25507491

$14,495,000—
Feb 12, 2016

Sold

CRMLS #16976833

$7,650,000—
Feb 12, 2016

Sold

CLAW #16-976833

$7,650,000—
Feb 5, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #565257920

$7,650,000

+11.4% / yr

Jan 29, 2016

Pending

CLAW #16-976833

—
Jan 29, 2016

Pending

CRMLS #16976833

—
Jan 29, 2016

Listed (Active)

CLAW #16-976833

$7,400,000—
Jan 29, 2016

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #16976833

$7,400,000—
Jun 9, 2009

Sold

CLAW #09-357689

$3,683,000—
Jun 9, 2009

Sold

CRMLS #09357689

$3,683,000—
May 4, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #269742595

$3,683,000—
Apr 22, 2009

Pending

CRMLS #09357689

—
Apr 22, 2009

Pending

CLAW #09-357689

—
Mar 24, 2009

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #09357689

$4,495,000—
Mar 24, 2009

Listed (Active)

CLAW #09-357689

$4,495,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/17/2025

Hold

SDMLS #25507491

—
08/01/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #25507491

$14,495,000
08/01/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25573225

$13,400,000
08/01/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #25507491

—
08/01/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25573225

$13,400,000
03/06/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #25507491

$14,495,000
03/06/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25507491

$14,495,000
03/06/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25507491

$14,495,000
02/12/2016

Sold

CRMLS #16976833

$7,650,000
02/12/2016

Sold

CLAW #16-976833

$7,650,000
02/05/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #565257920

$7,650,000

+11.4% / yr

01/29/2016

Pending

CLAW #16-976833

—
01/29/2016

Pending

CRMLS #16976833

—
01/29/2016

Listed (Active)

CLAW #16-976833

$7,400,000
01/29/2016

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #16976833

$7,400,000
06/09/2009

Sold

CLAW #09-357689

$3,683,000
06/09/2009

Sold

CRMLS #09357689

$3,683,000
05/04/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #269742595

$3,683,000
04/22/2009

Pending

CRMLS #09357689

—
04/22/2009

Pending

CLAW #09-357689

—
03/24/2009

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #09357689

$4,495,000
03/24/2009

Listed (Active)

CLAW #09-357689

$4,495,000

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

Public Records for 659 East Channel Road

Taxable ValueLand$7,244,838Additions$1,829,775Total$9,074,613
Tax Record2025$108,528 ($9,044 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,269 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,269 SqFtStories1Lot Size43,084 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978ZoningLARE20CountyLOS ANGELESAPN4408-028-012

Schools near 659 East Channel 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 - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Canyon Elementary School
CharterK to 5

Paul Revere Middle School
Charter6 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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659 East Channel Road is a single family home for sale in Santa Monica, CA 90402. This property was listed for sale on August 1, 2025 by The Agency, it's currently listed at $13,400,000. It has been on the market for a total of 192 days and was last sold on February 12, 2016. This listing's school district is Los Angeles Unified School District. Nearby schools include Canyon Elementary School, Paul Revere Middle School and Palisades Charter High School. 659 East Channel Road is a 5-bed, 5-bath, 5,873 sqft single family home built in 1978.

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Listing Courtesy of The Agency, Jonathan Ruiz, DRE #01886713

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