
Malibu, California 90265
Analysis of 21812 Castlewood Drive, Malibu, California 90265 is currently available with a list price of $5,900,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. 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.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
The property has been masterfully reimagined over a four-year period by a top designer, placing the renovation well within the <5-year window for an excellent rating. The kitchen and systems are state-of-the-art, featuring Ophora filtration and a photovoltaic solar system. The interior finishes, including hand-troweled plaster and European white oak, are in mint condition with no maintenance required.
Designed by Steven Kent and reimagined by AD100 designer Oliver M. Furth, this Architectural Digest-featured estate showcases museum-quality craftsmanship and bespoke finishes throughout.
The property offers a rare multi-structure configuration, including a main residence, an ADU with a kitchen, a detached gym, and a dedicated meditation cottage or writer's studio.
The home is equipped for off-the-grid living with a photovoltaic solar system and a whole-house reverse osmosis filtration system, blending luxury with modern environmental efficiency.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2770, other record living area = 2379. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 4, other record bedroom count = 2.
Listed at approximately $2,345 per square foot, the property commands a significant premium that may be difficult to justify compared to larger estates in the Malibu area.
With only three bathrooms serving a four-bedroom compound across multiple structures, the ratio may be insufficient for high-end buyers or those hosting guests in the ADU.
An architectural tour de force by Steven Kent, masterfully reimagined over four years by AD100 designer Oliver M. Furth, a home that merges both sculpture and sanctuary. Perched on an acre, this Architectural Digest-featured estate is a study in organic, timeless design, executed with a level of craftsmanship and precision rarely seen. From the moment you enter, behold sweeping, unobstructed Malibu views. Walls of glass dissolve the boundary between indoors and out, flooding the home with natural light. Interiors feature satin-textured cement floors that subtly reflect the Malibu light, alongside hand-troweled plaster, waxed for a soft sheen or combed to absorb and diffuse light throughout the day. Cleft-cut travertine anchors the material palette, complemented by wide-plank European white oak and reclaimed oak from Eastern Pennsylvania, laid with perfectly aligned joins. A medley of layered, nature-driven earth tones draws directly from the surrounding landscape. Every element is executed with precision. Bespoke millwork including moldings and baseboards crafted to within a sixteenth of an inch reflects an uncompromising level of detail and craftsmanship. A true compound, featuring a main residence, ADU with kitchen below, detached gym, and a meditation cottage or writer's studio. Whole-house reverse osmosis filtration, with kitchens elevated by Ophora. A photovoltaic solar system generates most of the home's electricity, offering a seamless option for off-the-grid living. Castlewood is not just a home. It is living art. The buyer will be granted access to the Lower Rambla Pacifico Road Owners Association, one of Malibu's most coveted gated private roads, with the $200,000 initiation fee already paid. The adjacent lot is also included in the sale, ensuring lasting privacy with no possibility of future neighboring construction, and offering the perfect canvas for a garden.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 4.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 4.0 | 39% |
| Square foot | 2,770 | 3,180 | 41% |
| Lot Size | 11,046 | 25,853.5 | 37% |
| Price | $5.90M | $4.69M | 63% |
| Price per sq ft | $2.1K | $1.3K | 76% |
| Built year | 1998 | 1980 | 79% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 39 | 212 | 4% |
Jun 13, 2026
$5,900,000
$6,495,000
-9% Price Drop
Initial Listing
May 8, 2026
$6,495,000
Initial Listing
Nov 6, 2018
$3,137,500
Public Record
Mar 23, 2007
$2,200,000
Public Record
Nov 23, 2004
$2,012,500
Public Record
Aug 20, 2002
$1,245,000
Public Record