Douglas Rucker, Architect :: A 10-minute drive up Malibu Canyon from the beach, this pristine Mid-Century Modern home is nestled in the picturesque Monte Nido neighborhood, a short walk to Saddle Peak Lodge just East of Malibu Creek State Park. Post and beam structure with walls of glass and skylights takes full advantage of the pristine acre-plus site, surrounded by a grove of native oak trees. Current owner, architect Dan Meis, designer of the Staples Center, respectfully renovated the home, preserving the original design and introducing new materials and finishes in keeping with a modern lifestyle. Seamless connection to the outdoors make this an exceptional home for entertaining, with two fireplaces indoors and a third on the outdoor deck adjacent to a built-in barbecue. Living areas include a den, living room, and a spacious art studio with its own entrance, ideal for live-ins, home office or family room. Future plans in permitting include hillside swimming pool and guest house.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
1.14 acresLot Size
$886Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Brian Linder•DRE #01248728• DeasyPennerPodley
•310-592-5417 (agent)
•brian.linder@tvoa.net (agent)
Listed by William Baker•DRE #01931658• Compass
•310-867-0847 (agent)
•william.baker@theagencyre.com (agent)
Bought with Janelle Friedman•DRE #00991146• Sotheby's International Realty
Stunning Mid Century Modern home sits on over one acre and designed by renowned Malibu architect Doug Rucker. This home will take your breath away with it's large walls of glass set in a post and beam architectural style to showcase a grove of native oak trees and indoor/outdoor living. This beautifully maintained home is perfect for entertaining and enjoying nature inside and out. Expanded by the current owners with Doug Rucker to enhance the open floor plan, and create a fantastic office or second family room. All of this beauty, sits in the heart of the Santa Monica Mts neighborhood of Monte Nido, which is just minutes to downtown Malibu, the 101, award wining private and public schools.
TheMLS #14-765265
Jul 28, 2014
Delisted
—
May 29, 2014
Listed
*
Public Records
May 29, 1981
Sold
$290,000
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,357 (+5.6%)
$1,230,445 + $1,102,099
$2,332,544
2024
$25,900 (+2.3%)
$1,230,445 + $1,102,099
$2,332,544
2023
$25,306 (+3.2%)
$1,206,319 + $1,080,490
$2,286,809
2022
$24,528
$1,182,666 + $1,059,304
$2,241,970
2021
$24,508 (+1.4%)
$1,159,477 + $1,038,534
$2,198,011
2020
$24,172 (+2.3%)
$1,136,743 + $1,018,171
$2,154,914
2019
$23,619 (+0.3%)
$1,125,088 + $1,007,731
$2,132,819
2018
$23,537 (+5.6%)
$1,103,028 + $987,972
$2,091,000
2017
$22,293 (+3.3%)
$928,167 + $1,013,497
$1,941,664
2016
$21,590 (+175.3%)
$928,167 + $1,013,497
$1,941,664
2015
$7,842 (+1.2%)
$909,968 + $993,625
$1,903,593
2014
$7,751 (+1.5%)
$217,639 + $444,525
$662,164
2012
$7,636 (+3.3%)
$216,656 + $442,516
$659,172
2011
$7,390 (+1.0%)
$212,408 + $433,840
$646,248
2010
$7,316 (+2.0%)
$208,244 + $425,334
$633,578
2009
$7,173 (+2.5%)
$206,688 + $422,156
$628,844
2008
$6,999
$207,180 + $423,159
$630,339
Tax history for 481 Cold Canyon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,357 (+5.6%)
$1,230,445 + $1,102,099
$2,332,544
2024
$25,900 (+2.3%)
$1,230,445 + $1,102,099
$2,332,544
2023
$25,306 (+3.2%)
$1,206,319 + $1,080,490
$2,286,809
2022
$24,528
$1,182,666 + $1,059,304
$2,241,970
2021
$24,508 (+1.4%)
$1,159,477 + $1,038,534
$2,198,011
2020
$24,172 (+2.3%)
$1,136,743 + $1,018,171
$2,154,914
2019
$23,619 (+0.3%)
$1,125,088 + $1,007,731
$2,132,819
2018
$23,537 (+5.6%)
$1,103,028 + $987,972
$2,091,000
2017
$22,293 (+3.3%)
$928,167 + $1,013,497
$1,941,664
2016
$21,590 (+175.3%)
$928,167 + $1,013,497
$1,941,664
2015
$7,842 (+1.2%)
$909,968 + $993,625
$1,903,593
2014
$7,751 (+1.5%)
$217,639 + $444,525
$662,164
2012
$7,636 (+3.3%)
$216,656 + $442,516
$659,172
2011
$7,390 (+1.0%)
$212,408 + $433,840
$646,248
2010
$7,316 (+2.0%)
$208,244 + $425,334
$633,578
2009
$7,173 (+2.5%)
$206,688 + $422,156
$628,844
2008
$6,999
$207,180 + $423,159
$630,339
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.15 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
2,986
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
4456012011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
Jan 9, 2026 • Final
Road encroachment
Close the road to allow for the replacement of a deteriorated utility pole.
Electrical
Oct 27, 2025 • Final
Express utility
Implement traffic control to allow a crew to remove and replace a utility pole and its related equipment and wiring. Remove the old pole and perform work according to traffic control standards.
Electrical
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Property details
Parking
Garage
Detached, Driveway, 2 Car Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 4
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Laundry Information
Laundry Area
Additional Rooms
Art Studio, Breakfast Area, Den/Office, Dining Area, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Office, Study/Office
Interior Features
Beamed Ceiling(s)
Fireplace Information
In Den, In Living Room, On Patio
Flooring Information
Tile Floors, Wood Floors
Equipment
Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Central Cooling
Central Heat
Exterior
Building Information
Total Floors: 1
Detached
Detached/No Common Walls
Builder's Tract Name: Monte Nido
Property Information
Property Type: Residential Single-Family
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 49,866
Zoning: LCA11*
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessor Parcel Number: 4456-012-011
Lease Information
Available for Lease
Location
Community Information
# of Units in Complex (Total): 1
Location Information
Directions: PCH to Malibu Canyon Road, right on to Piuma Road, left onto Cold Canyon Road.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,986
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.15 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 4456012011
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: Property Report
Around this home
Schools
Lupin Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 5.8mi
10/10
Arthur E. Wright Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
9/10
Calabasas High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
9/10
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