Description
A topanga gem historic, reimagined, and set on nearly half an acre. discover a rare opportunity to own a piece of topanga canyon's creative history! this unique, one-bedroom creekside cottage, fully rebuilt and permitted as of 2016, rests on three combined lots totaling 0.49 acres of natural topanga terrain. nestled in a peaceful, artistic community, this property captures the essence of topanga's charm and offers a perfect blend of vintage character and modern upgrades. lovingly restored by renowned local architect cary gepner, this cottage brings together impeccable craftsmanship and respectful preservation of history. built on an updated solid foundation with 8 x 8 beams, the home features abundant natural light and is exceptionally well insulated for comfort year-round. gepner, known in topanga for his dedication to harmonizing architecture with nature, breathed new life into this once-decaying property. together with the current owner, who was determined to preserve and improve this artistic haven that many deemed impossible to save, they transformed this humble, 840-square-foot home into a cozy, inviting space that still holds the spirit of its past.adding to its allure, a 4-cable suspension bridge on the property awaits restoration, offering a unique project for the discerning buyer.the cottages legacy began with hollywood special effects artist paul blaisdell and his wife, jackie, who lived here from 1953 to 2006. blaisdell made waves in the 1950s with his imaginative monster costumes for iconic b-movies like "the beast with a million eyes" and "it conquered the world." his creations, made on minimal budgets but with boundless creativity, became staples of sci-fi and horror cinema. the cottage served as his creative retreat, where he dreamed up monsters that would go down in film history. after paul's passing in 1983, jackie continued to keep his legacy alive, sharing stories of their life here with fans of his work.with nearly half an acre of private land, there's plenty of space to garden, relax, or simply enjoy the surrounding nature. whether you're drawn by the history, the artistic vibe, or the natural beauty, this property promises a lifestyle that celebrates creativity, resilience, and topanga's unique charm. this fully furnished property is available for short-term rental at $4,950 per month, with a rental term of 4-6 months. located in an artistic community and surrounded by natural greenery, it offers a peaceful setting ideal for relaxation and inspiration. listing includes additional apn#'s 4444-024-002 & 4444-023-013
Property Type
ResidentialCounty
Los AngelesStyle
ResidentialAD ID
47676238
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Bedroom Information
- Total Bedrooms : 1
Bathroom Information
- Total Baths: 1
- Full Baths: 1
- Half Baths: 0
Water/Sewer
- Sewer : Septic Type Unknown
Interior Features
- Roof : Rolled/Hot Mop
- Property Appliances: Dishwasher
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Flooring: Wood
- Furnished Description: Unfurnished
Cooling Features
- None
- Air Conditioning
Heating Source
- Fireplace(s)
- Has Heating
Fireplace
- Fireplace Features: Living Room
- Has Fireplace: 1
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Year Built: 1925
- Building Area Total: 840
- Construction: Stucco
- Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop
Accessibility Features
- None
Pool Features
- None
Laundry Features
- See Remarks
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Lot Size Acres: 0.488
- Lot Size Dimensions: 55x140
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Square Feet: 21256
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Listing Information
Listing Price Information
- Original List Price: 1,375,000
- Listing Contract Date: 2024-11-18
Lease Information
- Listing Agreement: Seller Reserved
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Parcel Number: 4444023019
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
Garage and Parking
- Garage Description: Uncovered
Homeowners Association
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Negotiable
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School, Utilities & Location Details
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Active
- Source Neighborhood: TOP - Topanga
- Postal Code Plus 4: 3865
- Directions: Topanga Canyon Blvd To Property address
- Zoning: LCR11L
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: TOP - Topanga
- Property SubType: Single Family Residence
Building and Construction
- Property Age: 99
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Total Square Feet Living: 840
- Levels or Stories: One
- Building Total Stories: 1
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 12/18/2024 @ 04:03
- MLS: 24464715
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is a Home, with 1 bedrooms which is for sale, it has 840 sqft, 21,256 sized lot, and 0 parking. A comparable Home, has bedrooms and baths, it was built in and is located at and for sale by its owner at . This home is located in the city of Topanga , in zip code 90290, this Los Angeles County Home are nearby neighborhoods.