43700 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, California 90265, Malibu, 90265 - 4 bed, 3 bath

43700 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, California 90265 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$5,999,000
43700 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, California 90265
4Beds
3Baths
2,345Sqft
7,810Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

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Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Direct Private Beach Access: One of only 20 homes with direct stairs leading to a private sandy beach, offering unparalleled exclusivity and immediate ocean access.
Top Cons:
Property Age & Potential for Interior Updates: Built in 1972, while structurally improved, the interior finishes may require further modernization to align with contemporary luxury standards.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$6.00M vs avg $4.44M (+$1,561,500)67%
Size:2,345 sqft vs avg 2,715.5 sqft39%
Price/sqft:$2.6K vs avg $1.3K85%

More Insights

Built in 1972 (53 years old).
Condition: Built in 1972, this property has undergone significant structural improvements, including nearly $900,000 in marine-grade foundation work, which elevates its overall condition and longevity. While interior photos are not provided, the description highlights a 'spa-style bath' and a 'fully equipped second kitchen,' suggesting these areas are updated and functional. The main kitchen is described as 'laid out for practical use and flows seamlessly.' The property appears well-maintained from the exterior image, with modern-looking windows. These factors indicate a move-in ready home with major systems well-maintained and some components updated, aligning with a 'Good' condition rating, despite its original build year.
Year Built
1972
Close
-
List price
$6M
Original List price
$6M
Price/Sqft
$2,558
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
25563819
Home ConditionGood
Features
Excellent View: Catalina, Coastline, Mountain(s), Ocean, Water
Deck
ViewCatalina, Coastline, Mountain(s), Ocean, Water

About this home

This beach house sits right on the sand, where floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room, dining area and bedrooms frame west-facing ocean views and fill every room with sunlight all day. In the living room, a bar and fireplace create a cozy focal point for effortless entertaining. The kitchen is laid out for practical use and flows seamlessly into the great room. Above the main level, a large loft provides flexible space and abundant storage. With R2 zoning, the home includes a fully equipped second kitchen, complete with its own dining and sitting area plus a private deck entrance, perfect for catering events or guest quarters. The primary suite opens onto a private beachfront deck and includes a spa-style bath with dual vanities. Two additional bedrooms each enjoy their own beachfront decks and unobstructed ocean vistas. Stairs lead you straight down to a private sandy beach, one of only 20 homes with such direct access. Anchored on reinforced pilings and backed by nearly $900,000 in marine-grade improvements, the home rests on a solid foundation that provides peace of mind. A+ water rating ensures exceptionally clean seas that draw dolphins, seals, and seabirds daily. From fishing and diving to kayaking, paddle-boarding, kite-surfing or jet-skiing, the ocean is your playground, capped each evening by sunsets stretching from the Channel Islands to Catalina. With Malibu's premier restaurants a scenic drive away on the Pacific Coast Highway, this home embodies Malibu's iconic beachfront coastal living.

Condition Rating
Good

Built in 1972, this property has undergone significant structural improvements, including nearly $900,000 in marine-grade foundation work, which elevates its overall condition and longevity. While interior photos are not provided, the description highlights a 'spa-style bath' and a 'fully equipped second kitchen,' suggesting these areas are updated and functional. The main kitchen is described as 'laid out for practical use and flows seamlessly.' The property appears well-maintained from the exterior image, with modern-looking windows. These factors indicate a move-in ready home with major systems well-maintained and some components updated, aligning with a 'Good' condition rating, despite its original build year.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Direct Private Beach Access: One of only 20 homes with direct stairs leading to a private sandy beach, offering unparalleled exclusivity and immediate ocean access.
Significant Structural Reinforcement: Backed by nearly $900,000 in marine-grade improvements and anchored on reinforced pilings, ensuring a solid and secure foundation for peace of mind.
Panoramic Ocean Views & Natural Light: Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout frame stunning west-facing ocean views, including sunsets from the Channel Islands to Catalina, filling every room with abundant natural light.
R2 Zoning & Flexible Use Potential: R2 zoning allows for a fully equipped second kitchen with a private entrance, ideal for guest quarters, catering events, or potential rental income.
Prime Malibu Beachfront Location: Situated directly on the sand in Malibu, offering an iconic beachfront coastal living experience with convenient access to premier restaurants.

Cons

Property Age & Potential for Interior Updates: Built in 1972, while structurally improved, the interior finishes may require further modernization to align with contemporary luxury standards.
Proximity to Pacific Coast Highway (PCH): Located directly on PCH, which, while offering convenient access to amenities, may present noise considerations from traffic.
High Ongoing Maintenance Costs: As a beachfront property, it will inherently incur higher ongoing maintenance costs due to exposure to salt air, sand, and potential for storm-related wear and tear.

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