Seller's Agent in 2024
Chris Cortazzo
Compass
(310) 457-3995
13 in this area
227 Total Sales
33604 Pacific Coast Hwy Malibu, CA 90265
Encinal Bluffs NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $4,308,000 - $13,173,289
6
Beds
6
Baths
2,860
Sq Ft
$3,033/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Beach Front
- White Water Ocean Views
- Guest House
- Malibu Elementary School Rated A
- Property has ocean access
- 24-Hour Security
About This Home
As of February 2024An architectural treasure and an icon of Malibu design with 122 feet of beachfront, Sandcastle was the hand-built home of visionary architect (and surfer) Harry Gesner. Offered for sale for the first time, this tranquil Western Malibu oceanfront property is, according to Gesner, "a dream place, built with love." When the young architect set out to build his family home, he had big ideas, little money, and an abiding passion for the natural beauty of the secluded cove with a nearby surf break and an empty plot right next door to his most famous building, Wave House. With a roofline inspired by a sandcastle, Gesner was determined to build a home that would fulfill what turned out to be a lifelong philosophy: "You have to have a view. You want perspective to your life." The home's texture was determined in part by the materials he salvaged as an early evangelist of sustainable construction: telephone poles, reclaimed bricks, wall panels made from aqueduct pipes, birdseye maple from a high school gym, old-growth redwood harvested in the 1800s, and windows and doors saved from one of Hollywood's silent film theaters. As Gesner said about Sandcastle in Houses of the Sundown Sea: The Architectural Vision of Harry Gesner, the book about his life and work, "The spirit in the design and materials are what you immediately feel in this house. All people who enter and spend a brief period or long time here immediately feel at home and relaxed. The experience never becomes commonplace or boring because over everything is the sound and rhythm of the waves breaking on the shore in front of the house." At the home's entry is a lovely library/sitting area with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and ocean views. With massive spoke-like beams and a wood-plank ceiling, the heart of the main house is a window-wrapped space that comprises generously scaled living and dining areas with an enormous brick fireplace at its hub. Inspired by the Hollywood Bowl, Gesner built the fireplace as a stage for his wife, actress Nan Martin, with a huge polished concrete hearth. A lovely solarium with stained glass panels flanks the dining area, and the ocean views enjoyed from the interior areas extend to the wraparound deck just outside.Echoing the cylindrical shape of the house itself, the kitchen wraps around a circular island and has tile countertops, stained glass lunettes fitted into the beams overhead, a fireplace, updated appliances, a breakfast bar, and a walk-in pantry. On the home's main level are two en-suite bedrooms, one with built-ins suitable for an office.Upstairs is the primary suite tower, with high ceilings, huge beams, charming eyebrow windows, a brick fireplace, an ocean-view sitting area, and a spiral staircase with handmade driftwood treads leading up to a studio/loft/meditation space.The property's additional structures include an ocean-view "tree house" apartment with a kitchenette, living room/dining area, bedroom, bath, and wraparound deck; a "boat house" with a full kitchen, ocean-view living/dining room with a built-in table and porthole windows, a full bath, and a bedroom; and another one-bedroom apartment "nest" with ocean view and stained glass above an indoor/outdoor cabana. There is also an open-air living area, deck, and teepee-covered daybed.The approximately 0.73-acre property has a three-car garage and additional parking platform, a covered deck, a brick patio, lawn, an outdoor shower, surfboard and other storage areas, steps to the beach, and multiple vantage points for breathtaking sunset views. Sandcastle, which will be sold as is, has abundant outdoor space. A legacy estate with privacy, incomparable character, and singular style.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $100,956
Year Built
- Built in 1974
Lot Details
- 0.73 Acre Lot
- Beach Front
- Property fronts a private road
- Fenced Yard
- Gated Home
- Drip System Landscaping
- Lawn
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is zoned LCRA1*
Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- 3 Car Garage
- 2 Carport Spaces
- Driveway
- Automatic Gate
- Guest Parking
- Unassigned Parking
Property Views
- White Water Ocean
- Coastline
- Panoramic
- Mountain
Home Design
- Turnkey
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Stained Glass
- French Doors
- Great Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Attached Deck
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Loft
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Range
- Warming Drawer
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Ice Maker
- Water Line To Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Studio bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dressing Area
- 6 Full Bathrooms
- Bidet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Double Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Outdoor Features
- Property has ocean access
- Balcony
- Covered patio or porch
Additional Homes
- Guest House
Location
- Property is near public transit
- City Lot
Utilities
- Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
- Property is located within a water district
- Tankless Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 4473-021-014
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Security
- 24-Hour Security
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 17, 2023
Closed on
Jan 31, 2024
Sold by
Gesner Family Trust
Bought by
33604 Pch Llc
Seller's Agent
Chris Cortazzo
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Dalton Gomez
Christie's International Real Estate SoCal
List Price
$27,500,000
Sold Price
$13,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000,000
-50.91%
Total Days on Market
218
Views
2489
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,824,237
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-30.61%
Original Mortgage
$1,217,473
Interest Rate
7.29%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 17, 2011
Sold by
Gesner Harry H
Bought by
Gesner Harry H and Gesner Family Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 15, 2010
Sold by
Gesner Harry H and The Gesner Family Trust
Bought by
Gesner Harry H and The Gesner Family Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 31, 1994
Sold by
Gesner Harry H
Bought by
Gesner Harry H and Gesner Nan C Martin
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33604 Pch Llc | $13,500,000 | Usa National Title Company | |
| Gesner Harry H | -- | Accommodation | |
| Gesner Harry H | -- | Lsi | |
| Gesner Harry H | -- | None Available | |
| Gesner Harry H | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Gesner Family Trust | $1,217,473 | |
| Previous Owner | Gesner Family Trust | $985,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gesner Harry H | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gesner Harry H | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gesner Harry H | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2024 02/09/24 | Sold | $13,500,000 | -32.5% | $4,720 / Sq Ft |
| 12/21/2023 12/21/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/22/2023 09/22/23 | Price Changed | $19,995,000 | -11.1% | $6,991 / Sq Ft |
| 08/07/2023 08/07/23 | Price Changed | $22,500,000 | -18.2% | $7,867 / Sq Ft |
| 05/17/2023 05/17/23 | For Sale | $27,500,000 | -- | $9,615 / Sq Ft |
Source: The MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $100,956 | $8,739,360 | $7,282,800 | $1,456,560 |
| 2023 | $98,983 | $8,568,000 | $7,140,000 | $1,428,000 |
| 2022 | $7,465 | $573,392 | $249,499 | $323,893 |
| 2021 | $7,329 | $562,150 | $244,607 | $317,543 |
| 2019 | $7,179 | $545,477 | $237,352 | $308,125 |
| 2018 | $6,722 | $534,783 | $232,699 | $302,084 |
| 2016 | $6,440 | $514,018 | $223,664 | $290,354 |
| 2015 | $6,352 | $506,298 | $220,305 | $285,993 |
| 2014 | $6,287 | $496,381 | $215,990 | $280,391 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Chris Cortazzo
-
Zen Gesner
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Zen Gesner
Compass
(310) 717-3893
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
-
Dalton Gomez
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Dalton Gomez
Christie's International Real Estate SoCal
(310) 882-9149
2 in this area
28 Total Sales
Map
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Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 23-271072
APN: 4473-021-014
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