Tucked away in the desirable Fernwood neighborhood of Topanga, this rare and versatile property offers a unique blend of charm, privacy, and creative potential. Set on a beautifully landscaped, fully fenced, dog friendly oversized lot up a private driveway, this home is surrounded by mature oak trees and lush gardens, creating a serene retreat with a true sense of seclusion. The main residence features two spacious and flexible living units, each filled with natural light and boasting its own private entrance, full kitchen, open dining area, large full bathroom, and expansive indoor-outdoor flow via upper and lower decks and patios perfect for entertaining or enjoying the tranquil canyon breeze. Use the units separately for multi-generational living, guest units, or combine them into one cohesive home through the interior staircase to suit your lifestyle. In total, the home offers four bedrooms and two bathrooms, with thoughtful layouts and seamless integration of indoor and outdoor spaces. Separate laundry areas for the main house and guest house provide added convenience and privacy. Adding to the property's versatility is a stand-alone studio cottage, complete with front and rear patios, its own laundry, full bath and kitchen adds endless potential as a guesthouse, rental unit, art studio, or home office. Additional features include: Approx 24 Solar panels. A shipping container ideal as a workshop or secure storage. Two additional storage sheds, mature landscaping and multiple outdoor living areas with iconic Fernwood breezes brings a true connection to nature. Whether you're looking to live, work, create, or invest, this Topanga gem offers the space and flexibility to make your vision a reality. Come experience the harmony of light, nature, and possibility in the heart of Fernwood.
For sale
Price cut: $74K (8/1)
$1,575,000
1527 Bainum Dr, Topanga, CA 90290
4beds
1,758sqft
Est.:
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
0.52 Acres Lot
$1,526,800 Zestimate®
$896/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full kitchenPrivate entranceThoughtful layoutsLush gardensNatural lightStand-alone studio cottageOpen dining area
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 01, 2025 at 02:56am
Listed by:
Karen Dannenbaum DRE # 01036345 310-738-0100,
Snyder Sutton Real Estate 310-455-0310,
Chryssa Lightheart DRE # 01093433 310-663-3696,
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25553501

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Breakfast Bar, Center Hall, Dining Area, Dining Room, Living Room, Other, Patio Open, Workshop
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Air Conditioning
Appliances
- Included: Free Standing Gas, Dryer, Washer, Propane Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Area
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Breakfast Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Formal Dining Rm
- Flooring: Laminate
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,758
- Total interior livable area: 1,758 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Driveway, Private, Open
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Ground Level - no steps
- Patio & porch: Concrete Slab, Deck, Patio, Slab, Wood
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.52 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Shed(s), Other, Detached Guest House
- Parcel number: 4447013026
- Zoning: LCR110000*
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Rustic
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: District
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Topanga
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $896/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,101,870
- Annual tax amount: $13,524
- Date on market: 6/17/2025
- Exclusions: Statue in between upper and lower driveways.
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