12310 Yerba Buena Road, Malibu, California 90265, Malibu, 90265 - 2 bed, 2 bath
12310 Yerba Buena Road
Malibu, California 90265
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 12310 Yerba Buena Road, Malibu, California 90265 is currently available with a list price of $1,795,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Malibu Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1962, this property is a classic mid-century ranch that appears to be well-maintained but remains largely in its original state. The kitchen and bathrooms feature dated styles, older appliances, and vintage fixtures that, while functional, require significant modernization to meet current luxury standards. The home's value is primarily in its expansive 10-acre lot and potential for renovation rather than its current interior condition.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- High Available Lot Utilization
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 470012, living area = 1637.
- Expansive Private Acreage
Spanning over 10 acres in the Malibu hills, this property offers rare privacy and a vast natural landscape featuring majestic oak and California pepper trees.
- Versatile Outbuildings
The inclusion of a large workshop that can function as a car barn, equipment storage, or ranch facility provides exceptional utility for hobbyists and collectors.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Dated Construction
Built in 1962, the original structure likely requires significant modernization or a complete renovation to align with current luxury market expectations.
- Remote Canyon Location
While tranquil, the property's location deep in the Santa Monica Mountains may present challenges regarding commute times to amenities and fire insurance availability.
About 12310 Yerba Buena Road
Tranquil mountain living on over 10 acres in the hills of Malibu. This 2 bedroom and 2 bath home provides a wonderful natural environment with great open spaces and majestic oak trees and California pepper trees dotted amongst the spacious parcel, and beautifully set below the picturesque Boney Ridge. The large workshop can also be utilized as a car barn for the auto enthusiast, workshop for equipment or barn for the grounds. Endless potential for someone looking for their own private ranch in the Santa Monica mountains away from the city congestion. Plenty of flat usable space around the entire property and located just past mile marker 3, only a few minutes up the canyon from the Ventura County Line surf break and the famous Neptune's Net restaurant at the base of Pacific Coast Highway and Yerba Buena.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1962
- Lot Size
- 470,012 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 4.0 | 12% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 4.0 | 18% |
| Square foot | 1,637 | 2,940 | 13% |
| Lot Size | 470,012 | 18,369 | 96% |
| Price | $1.79M | $3.80M | 13% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.1K | $1.3K | 36% |
| Built year | 1962 | 1976 | 24% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 18 | 220 | 1% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Feb 16, 2026
$1,795,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Jan 13, 2021
$1,425,000
Public Record