659 E Channel Road
Santa Monica, CA, 90402
$13,400,000
MLS: 25573225
Beds
5
Baths
5
Sq Ft
5,873
Lot
0.99 ac
Year Built
1978
MLS #
25573225
Days on Market
220
Listed
Aug 1, 2025
Description
An exceptional value in coveted Santa Monica Canyonthis enchanting hacienda offers the sophistication and scale of estates far beyond its price point. Just moments from the Pacific, the property blends authentic Spanish architecture with effortless California luxury.The main home features soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams, and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the open living spaces with natural light. A versatile mezzanine and hidden meditation area add dimension and serenity, while the primary suite enjoys a walk-in closet, spa bath, and private outdoor garden. Two additional bedrooms share a generous Jack-and-Jill bath.A remarkable piece of Hollywood history, the original Leo Carrillo barn has been reimagined as a two-story guest house, complete with a one-bedroom suite, office, and den below, and a studio apartment with kitchenette and private deck above.Set on nearly an acre of lush, gated grounds, this verdant retreat includes mature landscaping, a thriving vegetable garden, and a greenhouse for year-round farm-to-table living. Already an extraordinary entertainers' estate, it also presents an exceptional opportunity for those seeking to elevate and personalize one of Santa Monica Canyon's most charming and iconic properties.
Location
Santa Monica, Los Angeles County, CA 90402
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Jonathan Ruiz · The Agency
Payment estimate
$93,382
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $1,340,000 · Loan: $12,060,000
- Principal & Interest
- $74,099
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $13,958
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $5,025
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Today's Rates
As of Apr 23, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.23%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.58%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Santa Monica home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $469,000 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
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