
Malibu, California 90265
Analysis of 6009 Bonsall Drive, Malibu, California 90265 is currently available with a list price of $21,500,000. 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.
Despite being built in 1957, the listing explicitly states the residence is a 'restored mid-century modern' home. The images confirm an extensive, high-quality renovation. The kitchen features modern black cabinetry, open shelving, and appears to have new appliances. The bathroom showcases a unique, high-end stone double vanity, modern fixtures, and contemporary tiling, all appearing virtually new. Hardwood floors are consistent throughout the main living areas, and the overall aesthetic is sleek and updated, indicating that all components meet current quality standards with no deferred maintenance.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 261567, living area = 1728.
This property offers a rare opportunity to build a visionary legacy estate on nearly 10 acres, complete with approved MARMOL RADZINER plans for significant greenhouse structures, providing a compelling foundation for future expansion.
Spanning nearly 10 acres across two parcels, the grounds feature a fully realized ecosystem, an expansive orchard of 800 fruit and nut trees, and a seasonal creek, offering privacy, natural beauty, and a regenerative farm lifestyle.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =261567, other record lot size in square feet = 261835.
The high list price primarily reflects the land and development potential, implying substantial additional capital investment will be necessary to realize the vision of a 'legacy estate' and construct a primary residence.
The existing 1728 sqft residence is positioned as a 'guest house or interim home,' meaning a larger, primary estate home still needs to be built, which may not suit buyers seeking an immediate, fully-realized main residence.
A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD A LEGACY ESTATE IN BONSALL CANYON. Set across nearly 10 acres and two parcels in iconic Bonsall Canyon, this regenerative farm presents an extraordinary opportunity to create a visionary Malibu compound just minutes from Zuma Beach. The property includes approved MARMOL RADZINER plans for three greenhouses totaling approximately 10,000 sq. ft., plus a 300 sq. ft. courtyard, offering a compelling foundation for future development, expansion, or a design-forward agricultural estate. A restored mid-century modern residence ideal as a guest house or interim home features walls of glass, high-beamed ceilings, artisan tile and sinks, hardwood floors, and a large stone fireplace, with seamless indoor-outdoor living. Wellness amenities include a sauna, ice bath, and outdoor tub and shower, along with rainwater collection. Additional structures include a detached guest house/apothecary (currently used as a private office), a detached kitchen for entertaining or education, and an artist/writer's studio overlooking the land. The grounds are a fully realized ecosystem, highlighted by an expansive orchard of 800 fruit and nut trees, including avocados, macadamia nuts, apples, pears, peaches, plums, apricots, citrus, pomegranates, cherimoya, and more. A seasonal creek winds through the property beneath mature sycamores and oaks, with the land thoughtfully restored and maintained without chemicals. Agricultural and equestrian infrastructure includes two large greenhouses home to the family-run Zuma Orchids since the 1970s, corrals, storage sheds, and a flat pad on the upper portion of the property, offering further potential. For decades, writers, thinkers, artists, and dreamers have been inspired by this truly transformative property.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 4.0 | 13% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 4.0 | 48% |
| Square foot | 1,728 | 2,748 | 19% |
| Lot Size | 261,567 | 18,758.5 | 88% |
| Price | $21.50M | $3.77M | 98% |
| Price per sq ft | $12.4K | $1.3K | 98% |
| Built year | 1957 | 1979 | 16% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 89 | 226 | 6% |
Jan 23, 2026
$21,500,000
Initial Listing
Aug 15, 2022
$14,000,000
Public Record
Oct 6, 2021
$5,500,000
Public Record
Jul 21, 2017
$4,200,000
Public Record
Mar 15, 2013
$3,500,035
Public Record
Oct 25, 2011
$69,500
Public Record