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20930 Shady Lane, Topanga, CA 90290

$1.34M3bd · 2ba · 1,300 sqft
Lot 8,499 sqft•Single Family Residence•
Active
•179d on market•MLS# 00-26830451

Property Description

This charming 1940s three-bedroom, two-bath home pairs authentic canyon character with a practical, light-filled layout. The property is framed by mature elm and oak trees and offers views toward Saddle Peak. Set on Shady Lane, one of Topanga's quieter canyon streets, it offers easy access to local trails, Topanga Elementary, and the beach. Inside the main house, the living room features vaulted ceilings, wood-paneling, a brick fireplace, and built-in bookshelves. A bay window spanning the breadth of the room allows canyon light to illuminate the interior. Beyond the window, a spacious and recently restored deck welcomes the sounds and sights of canyon life. The kitchen blends 1940s elegance with updated appliances, opening on to the dining room so you stay connected to family and guests while cooking. The main level features two sunlit bedrooms: a primary suite with high ceilings and a skylit bathroom, and an adjacent second bedroom ideal for a children's bedroom or main-floor office. Downstairs, the naturally cool third bedroom suite includes a full bath with a soaking tub, deep closet, and private deck access, making it an ideal guest retreat. A standalone, newly renovated 220-square-foot studio with its own vaulted ceiling and deck is located on the top level of the landscaped garden, offering a creative workspace or additional living area. Beneath the ADU and garden beds, a flat, fenced yard offers plentiful space for outdoor dining and play, while further down the hillside a terraced garden offers a shady retreat beneath oak and lemon trees. Recently upgraded with re-finished hardwood floors and a renovated outside deck, the property also features a brand-new HVAC system and a 220V EV charger. This canyon sanctuary combines the character of old Topanga with the possibilities of the new. Truly a beautiful home.

Features & Amenities

FeeBuilt 1940

Property Details

Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1940
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Heating
Central, Fireplace(s)
View
Canyon
Flooring
Wood
Roof
Wood
City
Topanga
Zip Code
90290
County
Los Angeles
Listed bySnyder Sutton Real Estate, Olivia Walker

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$6,801.05
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$1,076,000
Total Interest
$1,372,379
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$2,448,379
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

Comparative Market Analysis

Affordable Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

20930 Shady Lane, Topanga, CA 90290

Topanga · Single Family Residence

$1.34M
Affordable Tier
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sqft
1,300
Lot
8,499 sqft
Year
1940
$/Sqft
$1035
Pool: No✓
Spa: No✓
View: Canyon✓

Listed 6.5% above the median closed sale of $1,263,000. Price per sqft ($1,035) is a 18% premium to closed comps ($879). Closed comps sold at 100% of list — strong seller's market.

Price Position

Positioned above the market — commands a premium.

Premium
Subject listed at $1.34M· $1,035/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $1.26M
+$82K (+6.5%)
Active comps
vs active median $1.48M
−$139K (−9.4%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $1,147
−$112 (−9.7%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
20666 Cheney DriveTopanga1927321,4309,987$1,038$1.48M16682
360 Topanga Canyon BoulevardTopanga1946221,13625,300$1,342$1.52M12575
21714 Encina RoadTopanga1925221,20014,303$1,248$1.50M17875
21857 Koontz WayTopanga1933328657,756$1,382$1.20M11872
21466 Encina RoadTopanga1953321,76724,689$724$1.28M2071
Total: 5 · Average2.62.01,279.616,407$1,146.8$1.40M121.4
Median1,200$1.48M

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
20616 Callon DriveTopanga193907/07/2026321,5879,087$1.23M$1.23M$7721.003383
20906 Fontaine RoadTopanga191806/08/2026321,10010,781$1.20M$1.27M$1,1551.067583
21513 Highvale TrailTopanga192510/05/2026331,7005,786$1.15M$1.26M$7431.106177
21042 Entrada RoadTopanga194910/27/202631032,438$1.40M$1.25M$00.8917774
1310 Topanga Canyon BoulevardTopanga197908/28/2026221,59323,792$1.40M$1.35M$8470.969473
Total: 5 · Average2.82.01,49516,376.8$1.27M$1.27M$879.25—88
Median1,593$1.26M$1.26M

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

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Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.