9785 Deer Creek Rd, Malibu, CA, 90265
About This Home
Deer Creek Ridge is a thirty-nine-acre trophy estate in the tranquil western end of Malibu. The property lies within hundreds of acres of pristine, protected parkland and has no close neighbors. It boasts breathtaking views of both the Pacific Coast from Catalina to the Channel Islands, and the majestic Santa Monica Mountains. The ridge-top villa, designed by renowned Santa Barbara firm Thomson Naylor, is an informed and elegant iteration of Spanish/Moorish architecture that references Old Hollywood style while employing airy, modern aesthetics. Dramatic terrain puts the house at twelve hundred feet above the ocean, but only three to four minutes' drive from PCH and Deer Creek Beach. A large pool, spa and multiple shaded lounging areas all enjoy the vistas which, combined with music in and out and manicured landscaping, lend the place an ethereal, resort-like feeling. Other assets include a newly remodeled kitchen with premium appliances, multi-zone HVAC, built-in speakers, home automation and security systems, wood-burning masonry fireplace, two 2-car garages and guest parking for about 75 vehicles inside the gated property. The property is entirely self-contained, with a healthy well and state-of-the art off-grid infrastructure, placing it beyond utility bills, power cuts and water restrictions. Original construction prioritized fire safety and with plenty of easily cleared, defensible space around it, the structure has survived two direct hits from the Springs and Woolsey Fires virtually unscathed. This private estate impossible to recreate with current building/zoning restrictions has been generating a substantial annual income for the last 10 years. Deer Creek Ridge is a well-known, fully licensed luxury vacation rental, and has been used extensively for weddings, events, fashion and photo shoots, music videos, proposals, and Hollywood production. See more by visiting the property's website and Instagram.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 2008
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Spanish Tile
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Moorish/Moresque
- Property subType: Residential,Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Built-In And Free Standing,Indoor Grill,Built-In Gas,Built-Ins,Convection Oven,Gas Grill,Microwave,Gas Oven,Propane Cooking Appliances,Range,Range Hood,Barbeque,Dishwasher,Disposal,Exhaust Fan,Ice Maker,Refrigerator,Vented Exhaust Fan,Water Conditioner,Water Filter,Water Line to Refrigerator,Water Purifier,Gas Water Heater,Tankless Water Heater,Solar Hot Water,MultiTank Water Heater,Propane Water Heater
- Laundry features: Inside,Laundry Area,Propane Dryer Hookup
Bathroom
- Features: Bidet,Double Vanity(s),Low Flow Shower(s),Low Flow Toilet(s),Powder Room,Remodeled,Shower and Tub,Shower Over Tub,Shower Stall,Tile
Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- 2 Staircases,Built-in Features,Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings,High Ceilings,Smart Home,Intercom,Open Floorplan,Wired for Data,Wired for Sound,Recessed Lighting,Storage,Turnkey,Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan(s),Breakfast Area,Breakfast Counter / Bar,Dining Area,Eat-in Kitchen
- Door features: French Doors
- Window features: Custom Window Covering,Double Pane Windows,Drapes,Screens,Skylight(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood,Pavers,Wood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter,Living Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: Detached/No Common Walls
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Fireplace(s),Forced Air,Propane,Zoned
- Cooling features: Air Conditioning,Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Zoned
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,739
- Total interior livable area: 4,739 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Gourmet Kitchen,Remodeled
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 7000010255
- Zoning: RA5AC
- Special condition: Standard
- Other equipment: Network Wire,Satellite Dish
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite,Heated And Filtered,Heated with Propane,In Ground,Salt Water,Private
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony,Barbecue,Rain Gutters
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Gunite,Heated with Propane,Heated,In Ground,Hot Tub
- Fencing: Stucco Wall,Wrought Iron,Gate
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills,Mountain(s),Ocean,Panoramic,Water,White Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Water,White Water
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 38.83 Acres
- Features: Back Yard,Front Yard,Gutters,Horse Property,Landscaped,Lawn,Rectangular Lot,Ranch,Secluded,Yard,Agricultural,Hilltop
Parking
- Total spaces: 100
- Parking features: Attached,Auto Driveway Gate,Boat,Detached,Direct Access,Garage Door Opener,Driveway,Driveway Gate,Garage - 4+ Car,Garage Is Attached,Garage Is Detached,Gated,Oversized,Guest,On Site,Private,Private Garage,RV Access/Parking,RV Hook-Ups,RV Gated,RV Paved,Side By Side
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Covered spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 96
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Wildfire
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Ventura County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $35,142 | $421,704 |
| Home Insurance * | $2,047 | $24,564 |
| Property Taxes | $6,355 | $76,260 |
| Electricity | $1,016 | $12,194 |
| Total | $44,560 | $534,720 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-10 | Listed for sale | $6,950,000 |
| 2017-07-10 | Listing removed | $4,750,000 |
| 2017-03-27 | Listed for sale | $4,750,000 |
| 2015-05-15 | Sold | $2,640,000 |
| 2015-04-01 | Pending sale | $2,950,000 |
| 2015-03-27 | Price change | $2,950,000 |
| 2015-03-24 | Listed for sale | $3,295,000 |
| 2015-02-17 | Listing removed | $3,295,000 |
| 2014-11-19 | Price change | $3,295,000 |
| 2014-05-08 | Price change | $2,995,000 |
| 2014-01-04 | Price change | $3,695,000 |
| 2013-06-26 | Listed for sale | $4,295,000 |
| 2001-07-10 | Sold | $350,000 |
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