OFF MARKET

Off Market Apr 2021 for $48M

$45,685,591

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $312,597/mo

•

14,000

sq ft

609 E Channel Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90402

About this home

Situated on one of the largest residential lots in Santa Monica, the spectacular, ultra-private Villa Ruchello is an entirely self-contained, 3.35-acre compound without compare on L. A. s Westside. Featuring 13 bedrooms, 13 baths and 14,000 SF of living space, the Mediterranean-style estate built in 1932 has undergone a multi-million dollar renovation, showcasing exquisite detail by designer Kerry Joyce. The extensive remodel meticulously restored the original details and Hollywood grandeur while infusing the latest modern advancements and curated materials sourced from around the world. Envisioned for both large-scale entertaining and intimate home life, the lush, sprawling estate boasts a 74 pool, pool house with pizza oven and Argentinian grill, Crestron automation, custom bar, wine cellar, 2 guest houses, 2 kitchens, expansive lawns, citrus groves, edible gardens, private water wells, filtration and generator, providing everything one needs in the luxury and comfort of home.

Single-familyProperty Type

1932Year Built

3.35 acresLot Size

$3,263Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

6 garage spacesParking

Listed by Santiago Arana •DRE #01492489 • The Agency

•310-926-9808 (agent)

•santiago@theagencyre.com (agent)

Bought with Richard Ehrlich •DRE #01267136 • Westside Estate Agency Inc.

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:TheMLS #21-687824

Redfin Estimate

$45,685,591

$3.0M since sold in April 2021$1.3M since July

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This home's estimate is 331% higher than the average sale price ($10.60M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$8,150,000
A
5 beds6 baths5,245 sq ft
20 Latimer Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90402
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$9,350,000
B
6 beds7 baths6,075 sq ft
521 Amalfi Dr, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$10,287,500
C
5 beds7 baths4,178 sq ft
7 Latimer Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90402
SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$11,213,000
D
5 beds6 baths7,322 sq ft
831 Georgina Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90402
SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$16,750,000
E
5 beds9 baths13,957 sq ft
1115 Georgina Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90402
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$7,850,000
F
6 beds7 baths6,000 sq ft
1202 San Vicente Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90402

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Market trends in 90402, CA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

100.0%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$4.6M

$709K MoM

Avg. days on market

41d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

0 MoM

New listings for sale

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201 Ocean Ave Unit 1910B, Santa Monica, CA 90402
$1,450,000
2 beds2 baths1,216 sq ft
201 Ocean Ave Unit 1910B, Santa Monica, CA 90402
NEW 12 MINS AGO
$7,149,000
6 beds4 baths3,691 sq ft
538 14th St, Santa Monica, CA 90402
OPEN SUN, 2PM TO 5PM
$11,995,000
6 beds8 baths6,536 sq ft
210 21st St, Santa Monica, CA 90402
OPEN SUN, 2PM TO 5PM
$12,495,000
5 beds7 baths6,000 sq ft
233 Marguerita Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90402
$850,000
1 bed1 bath868 sq ft
201 Ocean Ave Unit 1105P, Santa Monica, CA 90402
$775,000
1 bed1 bath845 sq ft
404 San Vicente Blvd #204, Santa Monica, CA 90402
$1,295,000
2 beds2 baths1,251 sq ft
511 San Vicente Blvd #107, Santa Monica, CA 90402
OPEN SUN, 2PM TO 5PM
$1,329,000
2 beds2 baths1,159 sq ft
446 San Vicente Blvd #106, Santa Monica, CA 90402
OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 3PM
$1,300,000
2 beds2 baths1,289 sq ft
450 San Vicente Blvd #104, Santa Monica, CA 90402
$4,200,000
2 beds3 baths1,865 sq ft
515 Ocean Ave Unit 701S, Santa Monica, CA 90402
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Sale history for 609 E Channel Rd

Date

Event

Price

REALLYO #1

Apr 20, 2025

Rental Removed

—

Feb 25, 2025

Listed for Rent

—

CLAW #25498283

Apr 16, 2025

Rental Removed

—

Feb 25, 2025

Listed for Rent

—

Public Records

Apr 19, 2021

Sold

$48,675,000

$3,477/sq ft

TheMLS #21-687824

Apr 19, 2021

Sold

$48,674,649

$3,477/sq ft

Mar 13, 2021

Pending

—

Feb 1, 2021

Listed

$50,000,000

$3,571/sq ft

TheMLS #15-888209

Jul 14, 2015

Sold

$23,000,000

$1,643/sq ft

Jun 5, 2015

Pending

—

Apr 6, 2015

Listed

$28,500,000

$2,036/sq ft

In fabled Santa Monica Canyon, behind a wall of verdant plantings & antique gates, lies one of the most spectacular & rare properties to be offered in years, Villa Ruchello. The 3.3 acre compound (largest in Santa Monica), is bathed in dappled light, w/ vast, lush grounds, a resort-style pool, patios, cabanas & magnificent gardens studded w/ mature trees. Beautifully & securely sited on the expansive, mostly level property, the romantic 8 bdrm 1932 Medit. Residence, though updated, is enhanced by stunning original details. A fabulous gst house & a gate house, each with 2 bdrms, provide quarters for guests & staff. The main house is scaled for comfortable, but elegant living, with both formal & informal areas. The beautifully proportioned entry, liv rm, din rm and library are all adorned with inlaid floors, hand-painted & beamed ceilings & carved mantels. A huge fam rm overlooks the pool & grounds. There is a very large master suite w/ 2 baths & dressing rooms. A forever place of peace.

TheMLS #13-664441

Jan 17, 2014

Delisted

—

Apr 11, 2013

Listed

Public Records

Oct 21, 1994

Sold

$3,497,270

$250/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 31, 1983

Sold

$450,000

$32/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$627,580 (+1.0%)

$42,214,854 + $10,472,097

$52,686,951

2024

$621,564 (+2.0%)

$42,214,854 + $10,472,097

$52,686,951

2023

$609,272 (+4.9%)

$41,387,112 + $10,266,762

$51,653,874

2022

$580,536 (+95.2%)

$40,575,600 + $10,065,453

$50,641,053

2021

$297,413 (−1.1%)

$39,780,000 + $9,868,092

$49,648,092

2020

$300,577 (+4.2%)

$21,872,922 + $3,280,937

$25,153,859

2019

$288,402 (+0.3%)

$21,648,643 + $3,247,296

$24,895,939

2018

$287,634 (+2.2%)

$21,224,160 + $3,183,624

$24,407,784

2017

$281,314 (+2.1%)

$20,400,000 + $3,060,000

$23,460,000

2016

$275,418 (+409.1%)

$20,400,000 + $3,060,000

$23,460,000

2015

$54,103 (−0.3%)

$20,000,000 + $3,000,000

$23,000,000

2014

$54,293 (−1.1%)

$2,973,421 + $1,370,234

$4,343,655

2012

$54,925 (+3.4%)

$2,959,983 + $1,364,042

$4,324,025

2011

$53,113 (−1.1%)

$2,901,945 + $1,337,297

$4,239,242

2010

$53,721 (+3.8%)

$2,845,045 + $1,311,076

$4,156,121

2009

$51,772 (+4.5%)

$2,823,782 + $1,301,278

$4,125,060

2008

$49,541

$2,830,491 + $1,304,370

$4,134,861

Tax history for 609 E Channel Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$627,580 (+1.0%)

$42,214,854 + $10,472,097

$52,686,951

2024

$621,564 (+2.0%)

$42,214,854 + $10,472,097

$52,686,951

2023

$609,272 (+4.9%)

$41,387,112 + $10,266,762

$51,653,874

2022

$580,536 (+95.2%)

$40,575,600 + $10,065,453

$50,641,053

2021

$297,413 (−1.1%)

$39,780,000 + $9,868,092

$49,648,092

2020

$300,577 (+4.2%)

$21,872,922 + $3,280,937

$25,153,859

2019

$288,402 (+0.3%)

$21,648,643 + $3,247,296

$24,895,939

2018

$287,634 (+2.2%)

$21,224,160 + $3,183,624

$24,407,784

2017

$281,314 (+2.1%)

$20,400,000 + $3,060,000

$23,460,000

2016

$275,418 (+409.1%)

$20,400,000 + $3,060,000

$23,460,000

2015

$54,103 (−0.3%)

$20,000,000 + $3,000,000

$23,000,000

2014

$54,293 (−1.1%)

$2,973,421 + $1,370,234

$4,343,655

2012

$54,925 (+3.4%)

$2,959,983 + $1,364,042

$4,324,025

2011

$53,113 (−1.1%)

$2,901,945 + $1,337,297

$4,239,242

2010

$53,721 (+3.8%)

$2,845,045 + $1,311,076

$4,156,121

2009

$51,772 (+4.5%)

$2,823,782 + $1,301,278

$4,125,060

2008

$49,541

$2,830,491 + $1,304,370

$4,134,861

*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

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3.35 Acres

Year renovated

1982

Sq. Ft.

9,150

Year built

1932

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Los Angeles County

APN

4408028016

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 7, 2026.

Mar 10, 2026 • Final

Bldg-alter/repair

Perform a bathroom remodel for a residential building. No structural changes are included.

Bathroom

Remodel

Jun 28, 2021 • Final

Bldg-alter/repair

Install sill plate anchor bolts and cripple wall plywood according to city standard plans for earthquake hazard reduction. No foundation replacement is included in this work.

Remodel

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Property details

Parking

Garage
Driveway, Gated, 4+ Car Garage, Private
# of Garage Spaces: 6

Parking
# of Covered Parking Spaces: 6

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 12
# of Baths (1/2): 1

Laundry Information
Laundry Room

Additional Rooms
Dining Room
Family Room
Den
Bar Room, Bonus Room, Breakfast Area, Den/Office, Dining Room, Pantry, Other Room, Office, Master Bedroom, Living Room, Family Room, Powder Room, Entry Room, Walk-In Closet, Library/Study
Maids Room

Fireplace Information
Fire Pit, In Library, In Living Room, In Master Bedroom

Flooring Information
Hardwood Floors, Stone Tile Floors, Terrazzo Floors, Tile Floors

Equipment
Built-Ins, Alarm System, Barbeque, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Other, Phone System, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer

Heating & Cooling
A/C
Central Heat

Exterior

Building Information
Detached
Detached/No Common Walls
Security Features: 24 Hour, Other
Guest House: Detached

Pool Information
In Ground Pool, Private Pool
Private Spa, In Ground Spa

Property Information
Property Type: Residential Single-Family

Land Information
Other Structures: GuestHouse, Other

Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 146,060
Lot Size (Acres): 3.3531
Zoning: LARE20

Property Features
Has View
View: Canyon

Financial

Assessment Information
Assessor Parcel Number: 4408-028-016

Location

Location Information
Directions: In Santa Monica Canyon, take San Lorenzo to Esparta Way to E. Channel Road

Public facts

Beds: 8
Baths: 9.0
Sq. Ft.: 9,150
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1932
Year Renovated: 1982
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 4408028016

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 7, 2026

Other

Documents & Disclosures
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Schools

Canyon Elementary School

Charter K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

10/10

Paul Revere Middle School

Charter 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

9/10

Palisades Charter High School

Charter 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

9/10

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Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

5/10 Fire Factor

5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 83° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years

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Santa Monica, CA • 90402

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In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in June and 6.5 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$43.40M – $52.54M

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Home values near 609 E Channel Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
595 E Channel Road, Santa Monica, CA 8 Beds \| 10 Baths \| 9422 Sq. Ft.	$13,964,170
620 E Channel Road, Santa Monica, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2402 Sq. Ft.	$4,275,659

Address	Redfin Estimate
587 E Channel Road, Santa Monica, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3059 Sq. Ft.	$6,194,925
624 E Channel Road, Santa Monica, CA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3700 Sq. Ft.	$5,414,573

Address	Redfin Estimate
636 E Channel Road, Santa Monica, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2052 Sq. Ft.	$4,701,713
628 E Channel Road, Santa Monica, CA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3763 Sq. Ft.	$5,296,372

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