178 Muerdago Road
Topanga, CA 90290
Listing broker / agent: Compass · Adrian Wright · CRMLS
MLS # 26105330 · Last checked Nov 14, 2026 18:47 UTC
About this property
Big Sur House. A Canyon Compound Above the Clouds. Lowest Price Per Sq Ft in Topanga! Perched above Topanga Canyon with sweeping views toward Saddle Peak and Powderhorn Ranch, this remarkable Craftsman compound captures the spirit of Big Sur while offering a rare combination of flexibility, privacy, and income potential. Designed as a collection of distinct living spaces, the compound includes a spacious main residence, a permitted guest house, a loft-style residence, a dedicated wellness room with gym and sauna, and multiple private outdoor decks. With approximately seven bedrooms and six bathrooms across the compound, the property is ideally suited for multigenerational living, creative pursuits, guest accommodations, or rental income opportunities. The main residence is currently configured as two interconnected homes that can function independently or as one expansive five-bedroom residence. Vaulted ceilings, a dramatic stone fireplace, expansive windows, skylights, and multiple view decks create a seamless connection to the surrounding canyon landscape. The upper levels feature a luminous great room, generous pantry, laundry, and spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with a spa-inspired bath, a bathroom with a steam shower, and a private wraparound deck. Below, a separate living level offers its own entrance, kitchen, fireplace, bedrooms, bath, and private deck. Beyond the main home, the permitted guest house features a fireplace, private entrance, and deck, while a bright loft-style residence above captures canyon views from every angle. The vast majority of the compound's square footage is permitted, providing a rare level of functionality and flexibility for a property of this scale in Topanga. A Tesla solar system supplies green energy, while multiple decks, patios, and garden spaces create inviting spaces for entertaining, relaxation, and connection with nature. Just minutes from Topanga State Park, Malibu's beaches, and the Valley, the property offers convenient access to both wilderness and city amenities while maintaining a true sense of escape. Rarely does a Topanga property combine this level of permitted living space, multiple residences, wellness amenities, and income potential. Whether envisioned as a private family compound, artist's retreat, boutique hospitality opportunity, or investment property, Big Sur House offers an exceptional canyon lifestyle in one of Southern California's most distinctive settings.
Property details
- MLS number
- 26105330
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 7 Beds • 6 Baths
- Living area
- 4,500 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 0.4023 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1988
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Listing
- Days on market
- 8
Building
- Year built
- 1988
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- Craftsman
- Building stories
- 3
- Levels
- Multi Split
- Construction
- Wood Siding
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 4
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Bonus Room, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Guest Quarters, Great Room, Loft, Living Room, Other, Pantry
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Storage, Wood Product Walls, Loft, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
- Heating
- Central, Fireplaces, Propane
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Guest Accommodations, Living Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room, See Remarks
- Furnishing
- Furnished Or Unfurnished
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 5
- Parking
- Driveway
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Concrete, Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Porch, Rooftop, Wood, Wrap Around
- Exterior features
- Rain Gutters
- Lot features
- Front Yard, Landscaped, Yard
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Privacy
- Property outlook
- Canyon, Hills, Mountains, Panoramic, Trees Woods
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Type Unknown
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Los Angeles Unified
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Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Topanga Elementary Charter (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Angeles Unified · Topanga | K–5 | 0.2 mi |
| Alice C. Stelle Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Las Virgenes Unified · Calabasas | 6–8 | 3.7 mi |
| Chaparral Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Las Virgenes Unified · Calabasas | K–5 | 3.7 mi |
| Calabasas High (school website, opens in a new tab) Las Virgenes Unified · Calabasas | 9–12 | 3.7 mi |
| Marquez Charter (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Angeles Unified · Pacific Palisades | K–5 | 4.3 mi |
| Bay Laurel Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Las Virgenes Unified · Calabasas | K–5 | 4.6 mi |
| Woodland Hills Elementary Charter for Enriched Studies (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Angeles Unified · Woodland Hills | K–5 | 4.8 mi |
| Serrania Avenue Charter for Enriched Studies (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Angeles Unified · Woodland Hills | K–5 | 4.9 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $1,899,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,899,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2026 17:20 | $1,899,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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