Topanga real estate, by the coast.
An unincorporated canyon community in the Santa Monica Mountains, with rustic cabins, custom homes and hillside properties tucked among oak woodland and trails. I help buyers, sellers and families with inherited homes in Topanga and across Los Angeles County.
Living in Topanga, at a glance.
Places people know in and around Topanga: Topanga State Park, Topanga State Beach, Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum.
90290
Topanga Canyon Boulevard and Pacific Coast Highway
The numbers, updated monthly.
$1.39M
-3.4% vs. last year · Zillow Home Value Index
75
Active listings · Realtor.com
See the full Topanga housing market report (prices by ZIP code, days on market, price cuts and the year-over-year trend).
Typical values and listing counts are not appraisals. For what your home would sell for, get a free home value report.
What to know before you move.
Coastal Topanga has its own rules. Homes in the coastal zone can need California Coastal Commission or local coastal permits for remodels and additions, and short-term rental rules are set by the city, so check both before you plan around them.
Close to the water, I also look at flood zone maps, insurance quotes and the age of the home's systems early in escrow, because salt air and older construction show up in inspections.
Want homes in Topanga as they hit the market? Save your search and I'll send matches and a short monthly market update.
One agent, every kind of deal.
Buyers
Your real monthly cost with HOA dues, Mello-Roos, insurance and utilities included, plus the inspections this kind of home needs.
Sellers
Pricing from recent sales near you in Topanga, prep that pays off, and marketing aimed at buyers already looking here.
Inherited homes and trusts
Probate, trust and estate sales handled start to finish, including for heirs who live out of state.
Your Topanga realtor, for either side.
Looking for a real estate agent in Topanga? I'm Memo Dinh, a REALTOR® with Epique Realty (CA DRE #02066757), and I help buyers and sellers in Topanga and across Los Angeles County. Call or text 562-253-9034 or book a 15-minute call.
Buying
Homes for sale in Topanga
Houses, condos and townhomes in Topanga as they hit the MLS. Save your Topanga search and get new listings and price drops by email.
First-time home buyer in Topanga?
Start with your real monthly payment, then the loan and any down payment help you qualify for. First-time buyer guide.
Buyer's agent in Topanga
Since August 2024, California buyers sign a written agreement with their agent before touring. I walk you through what it covers and how my pay is set, before you sign.
New construction near Topanga
Builders' sales reps work for the builder. Bring your own agent on the first visit. New construction guide.
Investment and rental property
Rent, cash flow and cap rate on Topanga properties, plus local rent rules. Investor services and the investment calculator.
Selling
What's my Topanga home worth?
A free home value report built from the closest recent sales, not an online estimate. Get your home value, or see the Topanga housing market report.
Sell my house in Topanga
Pricing from recent sales near you, prep that pays off, and marketing to buyers already searching Topanga. How I sell homes.
Sell fast or take a cash offer?
Have a cash offer, or thinking about one? I'll put it next to an on-market estimate so you can see the real difference in your net before you choose.
Cost to sell a house in Topanga
Commission is negotiable. Plan for escrow, title, LA County's $1.10 per $1,000 documentary transfer tax, plus a city transfer tax in some cities (the City of Los Angeles, Culver City and Santa Monica, among others), and any repairs or credits. Estimate your net.
Inherited a home or selling a trust?
Probate, trust and estate sales, including out-of-state heirs. Trust and probate sales.
Downsizing or moving away
Line up the sale and your next home so you aren't carrying two. Moving out of California? I'll connect you with a vetted agent there.
Coming up in Topanga.
Free and local things to do, checked against official city and organizer pages. Add any of them to your calendar in one tap.
Nothing in Topanga on my verified list yet. New events are added every week; meanwhile, see the official city calendar and what's on nearby.
Dates and details come from official city and organizer pages and can change, so please confirm before you go. Photos are representative Unsplash images of this type of event, not photos of these events.
★★★★★“We have bought two homes from Memorial, one in Woodland Hills and a second house in the South Bay. Memorial is very knowledgeable and extremely ambitious and fully involved in all aspects of the home purchase.”Bought a single-family home · 2021
Straight answers.
What is a typical home worth in Topanga?
About $1.39M as of September 2026, per the Zillow Home Value Index, down 3.4% from a year earlier. That's a typical value, not your home's price. Ask me for the recent sales closest to your street.
How many homes are for sale in Topanga?
75 active listings in the latest Realtor.com monthly data. My Topanga housing market report has the trend, prices by ZIP code and days on market.
Do I need a coastal permit to remodel in Topanga?
Often, if the home is in the coastal zone. Many additions and some remodels need a coastal development permit from the city or the California Coastal Commission. Check with the city's planning department before you buy with a project in mind.
Do you work in Topanga?
Yes. I'm based in Gardena and work across Los Angeles County, including Topanga, Calabasas, Hidden Hills and Santa Monica. Call or text 562-253-9034, or book a 15-minute call.
What's going on around Topanga?
See the events section on this page. It lists upcoming community events I've checked against official pages, plus a link to the official calendar when the city has one. The full list is on my local events calendar.
How do I choose a real estate agent in Topanga?
Look for someone who works Topanga regularly, explains the numbers in writing, answers quickly and has verified reviews. Check their license on the California DRE website. I'm Memo Dinh (CA DRE #02066757), a REALTOR® with Epique Realty and a 5.0-star rating from clients. Call or text 562-253-9034 to talk it through.
How do I sell my house in Topanga?
Get a pricing analysis from the closest recent sales, fix only what buyers will pay for, list with strong photos and a clear plan, then compare every offer by your net, not just the price. I give you a net sheet before you list.
How much does it cost to sell a house in Topanga?
Commissions are negotiable. Other costs usually include escrow, title insurance, LA County's $1.10 per $1,000 documentary transfer tax, plus a city transfer tax in some cities (the City of Los Angeles, Culver City and Santa Monica, among others), and any repair credits or prep. Use the seller net sheet on this site for an estimate, then I'll send you an exact version.
Should I take a cash offer for my Topanga home?
Sometimes. A cash offer saves time and repairs but usually comes in lower. If you have one, I'll put it next to an on-market estimate so you can compare your real net.
Is there down payment help for first-time buyers in Topanga?
Often, yes. CalHFA programs are statewide, and LA County and some cities run their own down payment programs that open in rounds. Rules and funding change, so confirm current availability with a CalHFA-approved lender. Not financial advice.
I inherited a house in Topanga. What should I do first?
Find out whether it's in a trust or needs probate through the Los Angeles County Superior Court, keep it insured and secured, and ask your CPA about the stepped-up tax basis and Prop 19 before deciding to keep, rent or sell. I help heirs sell, including from out of state. Not legal or tax advice.
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Tell me what you're trying to do and when. I'll tell you what it takes, what it costs, and the smartest first step. No pressure, no script.