5949 Bonsall Dr

Malibu, CA 90265

$22,000,000
Price
2
Beds
1,728 Sq. Ft.
$12,731 / Sq. Ft.
1,728
Sq. Ft.
$12,731
per Sq. Ft.

Description

THE BIGGEST LITTLE FARM HERE IN MALIBU! A RARE REGENERATIVE FARM in BONSALL CYN :)* On nearly 10-acre estate across two parcels in iconic Bonsall Canyon* Located just minutes from Zuma Beach* Private and serene setting with lush orchards, a mid-century modern home, with equestrian potential.Main Residence & Additional Structures:* Restored mid-century modern home with:* Walls of glass and high-beamed ceilings* Artisan-made tiles and sinks* Open floor plan for seamless indoor-outdoor living* Large...THE BIGGEST LITTLE FARM HERE IN MALIBU! A RARE REGENERATIVE FARM in BONSALL CYN :)* On nearly 10-acre estate across two parcels in iconic Bonsall Canyon* Located just minutes from Zuma Beach* Private and serene setting with lush orchards, a mid-century modern home, with equestrian potential.Main Residence & Additional Structures:* Restored mid-century modern home with:* Walls of glass and high-beamed ceilings* Artisan-made tiles and sinks* Open floor plan for seamless indoor-outdoor living* Large stone fireplace and hardwood floors* Sauna and ice bath, as well as outdoor tub and shower* Rainwater collection* The detached guest house, known as the apothecary, is currently used as a private office* There is a detached kitchen for parties, cooking demos, or education* Artist/writer's studio overlooks the estateLand & Natural Features:* Expansive orchard with 800 fruit and nut trees, including:* Avocados, macadamia nuts, apples, pears, peaches, plums, apricots* Mandarins, oranges, guava, pomegranates, cherimoya, and more* Seasonal creek runs through the property, surrounded by majestic sycamores and oaks* Richly restored and maintained without chemicals to support ecosystem healthAgricultural & Equestrian Potential:* Two large greenhouses, home to the family-run Zuma Orchids since the 1970s. Where Joan Didion wrote the last chapter of "The White Album".* Corrals, storage sheds, additional space, plus goats and chickens* Flat pad on upper section of propertyOpportunities & Potential:* Secluded yet conveniently close to shops, restaurants, and amazing Malibu schools* A rare chance to own a stunning, eco-conscious Malibu sanctuary* MARMOL-RADZINER PLANS FOR 3 GREEN HOUSES, APPROX. 10,000 SQ FT, PLUS 300 SQ FT COURTYARD

Property Details for 5949 Bonsall Drive

Zoning
LCRA1Y
Style
Mid-Century
Parcel Number
4467024003
Living Area
1728
Source Living Area
Assessor
Area
Malibu (C33)
Lot Size Area
172295
Source Lot Size Area
Vendor Enhanced
LISTING UPDATED: 07/09/2025 12:06 AM

Property Details for 5949 Bonsall Drive

StatusActive
MLS #25559465
Days on Market11
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1957
Lot Size3.96 AC / 172,295 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Brenda Hayward, DRE #01502468
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Building Information for 5949 Bonsall Drive

Stories1Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size3.96 AC / 172,295 SF

Payment Calculator

$122,233 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$115,267

Property Taxes

$6,966

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5949 Bonsall Drive

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Tree Top, Mountains, Orchard/Grove, Creek/Stream
  • View: Mountain(s), Orchard, Creek/Stream
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Water: District
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Financing: Cash To New Loan
  • Disclosures: Coastal Zone, Flood Zone
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Horse: Yes
  • Additional Parcel Number: Yes
  • Lot Acreage: 3.9553
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 172295
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Garage Is Attached, Driveway, Parking for Guests, Driveway Gate
  • Total Parking: 0
  • Garage Spaces Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Guest
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Basement, Sauna, Guest/Maid's Quarters
  • Rooms: Basement, Breakfast Bar, Studio, Sauna, Guest House
  • Levels: One
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Barbeque, Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Laundry: Room
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structures: Corral(s), Greenhouse, Accessory Bldgs, Shed(s), GuestHouse, Barn/Stable
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 07-01-2025

Property History for 5949 Bonsall Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25559465

$22,000,000—
Jul 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25559465

$22,000,000—
Aug 17, 2022

Sold

CRMLS #22170149

$7,000,000—
Aug 17, 2022

Sold

CLAW #22-170149

$7,000,000—
Aug 16, 2022

Pending

CRMLS #22170149

—
Jul 18, 2022

Pending

CLAW #22-170149

—
Jul 18, 2022

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #22170149

—
Jul 18, 2022

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #22-170149

—
Jun 21, 2022

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #22170149

$6,995,000—
Jun 21, 2022

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22-170149

$6,995,000—
Dec 31, 2020

Sold

CLAW #20-620776

$3,400,000—
Dec 31, 2020

Sold

CRMLS #20620776

$3,400,000—
Dec 31, 2020

Hold

CLAW #20-620776

—
Sep 19, 2020

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #20620776

—
Sep 15, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #686157241

$3,400,000—
Sep 9, 2020

Pending

CRMLS #20620776

—
Sep 9, 2020

Pending

CLAW #20-620776

—
Sep 9, 2020

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #20-620776

—
Aug 19, 2020

Expired

CRMLS #19501338

$4,450,000—
Aug 19, 2020

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #20620776

$4,450,000—
Aug 19, 2020

Listed (Active)

CLAW #20-620776

$4,450,000—
Aug 18, 2020

Expired

CLAW #19-501338

$4,450,000—
Jan 13, 2020

Price Change

CRMLS #19501338

$4,450,000—
Aug 20, 2019

Listed (Active)

CLAW #19-501338

$4,950,000—
Aug 20, 2019

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #19501338

$4,950,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/01/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25559465

$22,000,000
07/01/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25559465

$22,000,000
08/17/2022

Sold

CRMLS #22170149

$7,000,000
08/17/2022

Sold

CLAW #22-170149

$7,000,000
08/16/2022

Pending

CRMLS #22170149

—
07/18/2022

Pending

CLAW #22-170149

—
07/18/2022

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #22170149

—
07/18/2022

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #22-170149

—
06/21/2022

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #22170149

$6,995,000
06/21/2022

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22-170149

$6,995,000
12/31/2020

Sold

CLAW #20-620776

$3,400,000
12/31/2020

Sold

CRMLS #20620776

$3,400,000
12/31/2020

Hold

CLAW #20-620776

—
09/19/2020

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #20620776

—
09/15/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #686157241

$3,400,000
09/09/2020

Pending

CRMLS #20620776

—
09/09/2020

Pending

CLAW #20-620776

—
09/09/2020

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #20-620776

—
08/19/2020

Expired

CRMLS #19501338

$4,450,000
08/19/2020

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #20620776

$4,450,000
08/19/2020

Listed (Active)

CLAW #20-620776

$4,450,000
08/18/2020

Expired

CLAW #19-501338

$4,450,000
01/13/2020

Price Change

CRMLS #19501338

$4,450,000
08/20/2019

Listed (Active)

CLAW #19-501338

$4,950,000
08/20/2019

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #19501338

$4,950,000

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

Public Records for 5949 Bonsall Drive

Taxable ValueLand$7,119,600Additions$20,400Total$7,140,000
Tax Record2024$83,594 ($6,966 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt13,370 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt13,370 SqFtStories1Lot Size172,195 SqFtStyleNurseryYear Built1979ZoningLCRA1YCountyLOS ANGELESAPN4467-024-003

Schools near 5949 Bonsall Drive

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
Malibu Elementary
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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5949 Bonsall Drive is a single family home for sale in Malibu, CA 90265. This property was listed for sale on July 1, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $22,000,000. It has been on the market for a total of 11 days and was last sold on August 17, 2022. This listing's school district is Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District. Nearby schools include Malibu Elementary, Malibu Middle and Malibu High School. 5949 Bonsall Drive is a 2-bed, 3.5-bath, 1,728 sqft single family home built in 1957.

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