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  • $13,400,000

    659 E Channel Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90402

    5beds
    5,873sqft
    : 
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1978
    0.99 Acres Lot
    $11,880,700 Zestimate®
    $2,282/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Enchanting haciendaGenerous jack-and-jill bathThriving vegetable gardenAuthentic spanish architectureSoaring ceilingsVersatile mezzanineExposed wood beams
    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.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jonathan Ruiz DRE # 01886713 310-850-7849,

    The Agency 424-230-3700

    Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25573225MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Cabana, Breakfast Bar, Dining Room, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Media Room, Office, Guest House, Living Room, Powder, Jack And Jill
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • Flooring: Wood
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 5,873
      • Total interior livable area: 5,873 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 5
      • Parking features: Garage, Garage - 2 Car, Circular Driveway
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Uncovered spaces: 3
      Features
      • Levels: One,Two
      • Stories: 1
      • Pool features: Pool Cover, In Ground, Heated
      • Spa features: Heated, In Ground
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Canyon
      Lot
      • Size: 0.99 Acres
      • Dimensions: 125 x 320
      Details
      • Additional structures: Guest House, Detached Guest House
      • Parcel number: 4408028012
      • Zoning: LARE20
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Spanish
      • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • Year built: 1978

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated, Alarm System
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Santa Monica

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $2,282/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $9,074,613
      • Annual tax amount: $108,528
      • Date on market: 8/2/2025
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        Estimated market value

        $11,880,700

        $11.29M - $12.59M

        $37,673/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/2/2025Listed for sale$13,400,000-7.6%$2,282/sqft
        Source: CLAW #25573225 Report a problem
        8/2/2025Listing removed$14,495,000$2,468/sqft
        Source: CLAW #25507491 Report a problem
        3/7/2025Listed for sale$14,495,000+89.5%$2,468/sqft
        Source: CLAW #25507491 Report a problem
        2/12/2016Sold$7,650,000+3.4%$1,303/sqft
        Source: CLAW #16976833 Report a problem
        2/8/2016Pending sale$7,400,000$1,260/sqft
        Source: The Agency #16976833 Report a problem
        1/29/2016Listed for sale$7,400,000+100.9%$1,260/sqft
        Source: The Agency #16976833 Report a problem
        6/9/2009Sold$3,683,000-18.1%$627/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/29/2009Listed for sale$4,495,000$765/sqft
        Source: NRT California #09-357689 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$108,528 +1%$9,074,613 +2%
        2024$107,431 +2%$8,896,681 +2%
        2023$105,316 +4.9%$8,722,237 +2%
        2022$100,365 +1.2%$8,551,214 +2%
        2021$99,195 -1.1%$8,383,544 +1%
        2020$100,249 $8,297,582 +2%
        2019$100,249 +4.5%$8,134,886 +2%
        2018$95,967 $7,975,380 +2.2%
        2017$95,967 +2.5%$7,803,000 +94.8%
        2016$93,670 +94.4%$4,006,459 +1.5%
        2015$48,197 +1.2%$3,946,279 +2%
        2014$47,624 $3,868,978 +2.5%
        2012-- $3,775,975 +2%
        2011-- $3,701,937 +0.8%
        2010-- $3,674,271 +107%
        2009-- $1,775,273 +2%
        2008-- $1,740,464 +2%
        2007-- $1,706,338 +2%
        2006-- $1,672,881
        2005-- $1,672,881 +4%
        2004-- $1,607,923 +1.9%
        2003-- $1,578,454 +2%
        2002-- $1,547,505 +4%
        2000-- $1,487,416

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        Monthly payment

        Est. payment
        $78,813/mo
        Principal & interest
        $65636
        Property taxes
        $13177
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          Neighborhood: Pacific Palisades

          Getting around

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          Car-Dependent
          33 / 100
          Some Transit
          21 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

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