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4201 Topanga Canyon Blvd #21
F Composite 33.2
Why this score? — see what drove the F grade

The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).

  • Cash flow +10.7/30.0
  • Schools +6.0/10.0
  • 1% rule +3.1/10.0
  • DSCR +3.1/10.0
  • Livability +2.8/5.0
  • ARV discount +2.7/15.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • Rent growth +2.4/5.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$299,000

4201 Topanga Canyon Blvd #21 · Topanga, CA 91364
2 bd · 2.0 ba · 960 sqft · Manufactured public records · 77 Days on market
Manufactured home Built 2005 $311/sqft · 11% above area Est $270k · 11% over

🖨 Deal sheet (PDF) 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks MLS

Beautifully maintained 2005 Cavco home offering 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with both bedrooms designed as private primary suites. Ideally located in the hills of Woodland Hills with beautiful mountain views, this home combines peaceful living with unbeatable convenience—just minutes from the 101 freeway, Westfield Topanga, The Village, restaurants, grocery stores, hiking trails, and only about 15 minutes to Topanga Beach. Positioned in an elevated area of the community, this home enjoys added privacy, scenic views, and a more tucked-away setting from the rest of the neighborhood, creating a peaceful retreat-like atmosphere. Inside, enjoy a bright and functional layout with new AC split systems in every room for year-round comfort. The home offers an ideal setup for guests, roommates, or flexible living with dual ensuite-style bedrooms. Located within the highly sought-after Las Virgenes Unified School District, this community features resort-style amenities including a pool, clubhouse with pool tables, library, guest parking, and a chef’s kitchen available for private events and gatherings. A rare opportunity to enjoy close-to-coast living, mountain views, and easy city access at an affordable price point. Land lease applies of $1,292.87.

Key facts

  • Guest parking
  • New ac split systems
  • Community pool

Tags

NEW AC SPLIT SYSTEMSRESORT-STYLE AMENITIESCLUBHOUSE WITH POOL TABLESCOMMUNITY POOLLIBRARYGUEST PARKING

Neighborhood map

Property Rental comp Retail Transit Schools Stadiums Fortune 500 · Circle radius: 3.0 mi
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What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

  • This is a 2-bed/2.0-bath manufactured listed at $299k.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $-142 ($-2k/yr) — negative.
  • To cash-flow at today's rent, offer at most $278k (6.9% below list).
  • To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $244k (18.5% below list).
  • Recommended offer: $244k (18.5% below list) — sets the bar for 1% rule.
  • Cap rate 5.7% vs local median 2.6% in Topanga — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

  • Location reads 55/100 on livability (#846 in CA) — a working-class tenant base; expect higher turnover. Strengths: employment A+, crime A; Watch: amenities F, commute F, cost of living F.
  • Las Virgenes Unified (suburban): math 55% / reading 70% proficiency, ranked #58 of 517 in CA (top 11%) — acceptable for families but not a draw, mixed tenant base, ~2y average lease; only 6% free/reduced lunch — higher-income household profile.
  • Zoned schools: Chaparral Elementary (math 75% / reading 75%, grade A, #91 of 1,571 statewide, top 6%, 537 students, 18% FRL); Alice C. Stelle Middle (math 40% / reading 68%, grade B-, #79 of 498 statewide, top 16%, 760 students, 17% FRL); Calabasas High (math 34% / reading 70%, grade D+, #296 of 1,170 statewide, top 27%, 1,817 students, 23% FRL).
  • Market conditions: Rents soft (-0.5%/yr); 185 active listings in the ZIP; 9 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals lingering (median 46d on market — plan ~5-8 weeks vacancy on turnover, expect pricing pressure); 56% of comp listings sitting > 30 days — soft ceiling on asking rent; high-income renter base; 19,697 units permitted in Los Angeles County in 2024 (9,426 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $2k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $9k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Los Angeles County population projected at +9% by 2050 — modest demand growth; plan on rents tracking national, not racing it.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 77 days — a 6% lower offer ($281k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 5 sale attempts since 17y ago; this cycle's ask has dropped $30k (9%) from the opening price — seller is motivated, your offer sets the floor, not the list.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Climate carrying-cost: major wildfire risk — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $243,584 (18.5% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. What do current leases actually rent for vs. the listed asking? Can we see a recent rent roll and the last 12 months of T-12 income?
  2. It's been on market 77 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 19% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  3. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
  4. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  5. Schools are A-rated — typically a magnet for longer-tenancy family renters. What's the average tenant stay here, and is there a school-zone premium baked into asking?
  6. The area grade is low — what's the realistic commute time and amenity access for the typical tenant pool here? Any planned neighborhood developments (good or bad) we should know about?
  7. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
  8. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
  9. How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.

Investment metrics

1% rule
0.81%
Cap rate
5.72%
Cash-on-cash
-2.04%
DSCR
0.91
GRM
10.2

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$270,000
List price
$299,000
Delta
10.74%
Verdict
OVERPRICED
Comps
3 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 3 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
4201 Topanga Canyon Blvd #62 0.07mi 2/2.0 1,050 (+9%) 3mo $270,000 $257 78
4201 Topanga Canyon Blvd #110 0.00mi 3/2.0 (+1) 1,027 (+7%) 13mo $360,000 $351 72
4201 Topanga Canyon Blvd #23 0.07mi 2/2.0 1,040 (+8%) 14mo $329,000 $316 71

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 0.0% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
-23.1%
Equity multiple
0.23×
Total profit
$-64,597
Equity at exit
$44,582
10-year hold
IRR
-28.3%
Equity multiple
-0.14×
Total profit
$-95,335
Equity at exit
$25,852

Cash invested: $83,720 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly
State California
18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly · D+13
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
AB1482 statewide rent cap (10% + CPI). Cities (SF/LA/Berkeley) layer stricter rules. Just-cause statewide.

ZIP-level market 91364

Rents YoY
-0.5%
Active inventory
185
Price-to-rent
10.2×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$2,436 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$1,568
Tax est. 1.5%
$374 /mo · $4,485/yr
Insurance
$125
HOA
$0
Lot rent leased land?
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$512
Net cashflow
$-142

Break-even live

Break-even rent $2,616
Max offer price $278,451
Occupancy floor

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $65 -5% $-39 +0% $-142 +5% $-245 +10% $-349
Rent -10% $-334 -5% $-238 +0% $-142 +5% $-46 +10% $50
Rate -1.0pp $9 -0.5pp $-66 base $-142 +0.5pp $-219 +1.0pp $-298

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

Down payment
$74,750
Closing costs
$8,970
Reserves months
Total cash needed

Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live

Conventional

25% down · 7.5% · 30yr

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.

DSCR

20% down · 8.5% · 30yr

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.

Hard money

10% down · 12.0% · 12mo

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.

Rent comps 9 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
21727 Planewood Dr Unit 1 Woodland Hills, CA 1.0 1.0 525 $2,450 $4.67 46d 1 0.51mi
4532 Ensenada Dr Woodland Hills, CA 2.0 1.0 800 $2,590 $3.24 10d 1 0.75mi
22237 Buenaventura St Unit 2 Woodland Hills, CA 1.0 1.0 892 $3,299 $3.70 46d 1 0.76mi
4973 Topanga Canyon Blvd Woodland Hills, CA 2.0 1.0 890 $2,850 $3.20 46d 1 0.97mi
4406 Coloma Ave Woodland Hills, CA 2.0 2.0 830 $3,395 $4.09 46d 1 1.02mi
5020 Topanga Canyon Blvd Woodland Hills, CA 2.0 1.0 800 $3,700 $4.62 7d 1 1.04mi
22025 Lopez St Woodland Hills, CA 2.0 1.0 927 $4,250 $4.58 27d 1 1.12mi
5046 Cerrillos Dr Woodland Hills, CA 1.0 1.0 720 $2,890 $4.01 1d 1 1.13mi
4401 Willens Ave Woodland Hills, CA 1.0 1.0 695 $2,150 $3.09 46d 1 1.16mi

Listing history 30 events

  1. 2026-06-22
    days on market $299,000 Active 77 DOM
  2. 2026-06-21
    days on market $299,000 Active 76 DOM
  3. 2026-06-18
    days on market $299,000 Active 73 DOM
  4. 2026-06-17
    days on market $299,000 Active 72 DOM
  5. 2026-06-16
    days on market $299,000 Active 71 DOM
  6. 2026-06-15
    days on market $299,000 Active 70 DOM
  7. 2026-06-13
    days on market $299,000 Active 68 DOM
  8. 2026-06-13
    days on market $299,000 Active 67 DOM
  9. 2026-06-09
    days on market $299,000 Active 64 DOM
  10. 2026-06-08
    days on market $299,000 Active 63 DOM
  11. 2026-06-07
    days on market $299,000 Active 62 DOM
  12. 2026-06-04
    days on market $299,000 Active 59 DOM
  13. 2026-06-03
    days on market $299,000 Active 58 DOM
  14. 2026-06-02
    days on market $299,000 Active 57 DOM
  15. 2026-06-01
    days on market $299,000 Active 56 DOM
  16. 2026-05-31
    days on market $299,000 Active 55 DOM
  17. 2026-04-29
    price $299,000 1271-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1271 chars)

    Beautifully maintained 2005 Cavco home offering 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with both bedrooms designed as private primary suites. Ideally located in the hills of Woodland Hills with beautiful mountain views, this home combines peaceful living with unbeatable convenience—just minutes from the 101 freeway, Westfield Topanga, The Village, restaurants, grocery stores, hiking trails, and only about 15 minutes to Topanga Beach. Positioned in an elevated area of the community, this home enjoys added privacy, scenic views, and a more tucked-away setting from the rest of the neighborhood, creating a peaceful retreat-like atmosphere. Inside, enjoy a bright and functional layout with new AC split systems in every room for year-round comfort. The home offers an ideal setup for guests, roommates, or flexible living with dual ensuite-style bedrooms. Located within the highly sought-after Las Virgenes Unified School District, this community features resort-style amenities including a pool, clubhouse with pool tables, library, guest parking, and a chef’s kitchen available for private events and gatherings. A rare opportunity to enjoy close-to-coast living, mountain views, and easy city access at an affordable price point. Land lease applies of $1,292.87.

  18. 2026-04-06
    listed $329,000 Active 1271-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1271 chars)

    Beautifully maintained 2005 Cavco home offering 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with both bedrooms designed as private primary suites. Ideally located in the hills of Woodland Hills with beautiful mountain views, this home combines peaceful living with unbeatable convenience—just minutes from the 101 freeway, Westfield Topanga, The Village, restaurants, grocery stores, hiking trails, and only about 15 minutes to Topanga Beach. Positioned in an elevated area of the community, this home enjoys added privacy, scenic views, and a more tucked-away setting from the rest of the neighborhood, creating a peaceful retreat-like atmosphere. Inside, enjoy a bright and functional layout with new AC split systems in every room for year-round comfort. The home offers an ideal setup for guests, roommates, or flexible living with dual ensuite-style bedrooms. Located within the highly sought-after Las Virgenes Unified School District, this community features resort-style amenities including a pool, clubhouse with pool tables, library, guest parking, and a chef’s kitchen available for private events and gatherings. A rare opportunity to enjoy close-to-coast living, mountain views, and easy city access at an affordable price point. Land lease applies of $1,292.87.

  19. 2012-08-24
    historical Cancelled
  20. 2011-09-02
    status Active
  21. 2011-09-02
    historical Expired
  22. 2011-07-17
    price
  23. 2011-07-17
    listed Active
  24. 2011-01-18
    historical
  25. 2010-04-12
    price $137,500
  26. 2010-01-18
    listed $145,000 Active
  27. 2009-10-07
    historical
  28. 2009-06-02
    price $155,000
  29. 2009-04-09
    price $159,900
  30. 2009-04-07
    listed $149,900

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Climate risk First Street

  • 🌊 Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
  • 🔥 Wildfire 7/10 Severe
  • 🌡 Heat 4/10 Moderate 7 d/yr ≥97°F today · 21 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 1/10 Low
  • 🫁 Air quality 5/10 Major 6 unhealthy d/yr today · 8 by 30 yrs out

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$29,230
− Mortgage interest
−$16,749
− Property taxes
−$4,485
− Insurance
−$1,495
− Repairs & maintenance
−$2,338
− Management
−$2,338
− Depreciation
−$8,698
Taxable loss
−$6,874
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
+$1,650
After-tax cash flow
$-54/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Schools (NCES district)

District
Las Virgenes Unified
NCES district ID
0621000
Math proficiency
55% ▼ -4.00%
Reading proficiency
70% ▬ 0.00%
Median HH income
$118,374
Composite
59.63/100
National rank
#907
State rank
#58 of 517 in CA

Livability — Topanga

Score
55/100
State rank
#846
US rank
#23336

Category grades

Amenities F Commute F Cost of living F Crime A Employment A+ Housing C Health & safety F User ratings A

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Topanga, CA
County
Los Angeles County · 9,444,647 people
City population
6,315
Metro
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Population (ZIP)
27,748
Household income
$132,854
Rent vs Own
29.1% rent · 70.9% own
Severe rent burden
899.0

Population outlook (Los Angeles County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
10,940,515 people
By 2030
11,256,481 · +2.9%
By 2040
11,729,929 · +7.2%
By 2050
11,948,407 · +9.2%
By 2075
11,818,114 · +8.0%
By 2100
10,842,928 · -0.9%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.57)
Race & ethnicity
White 63% Hispanic / Latino 14% Two or more races 11% Asian 10% Black 5%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 8%
Common ancestry
Scotch-Irish 4% Romanian 2% Lithuanian 2%
Foreign-born
26% · Canada, Vietnam, China
Languages at home
65% English-only · Other Indo-European 11% Spanish 8% Russian/Polish/Slavic 4%

Political lean MEDSL · Los Angeles

2024 margin
Solid D (+32.9) · D 64.8% · R 31.9% · Other 3.3%
2008→2024 swing
-7.4pp toward R · 2008: 40.4pp · 2024: 32.9pp
All cycles
2024: D+32.9 2020: D+44.2 2016: D+48.0 2012: D+40.0 2008: D+40.4

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Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -776.49%
Current HPI
362.9341
Rent YoY
▼ -0.51%
Metro
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
State GDP YoY
▲ 3.21%
F500 in state
116

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in CA)

Industry F500 HQs Revenue

Price history

+99.5% since first listed
14 events — show timeline
  • 2026-04-29 Price Changed $299,000 CRMLS
  • 2026-04-06 Listed $329,000 CRMLS
  • 2012-08-24 Delisted TheMLS
  • 2011-09-02 Relisted TheMLS
  • 2011-09-02 Delisted TheMLS
  • 2011-07-17 Price Changed TheMLS
  • 2011-07-17 Listed TheMLS
  • 2011-01-18 Listing Removed CRMLS
  • 2010-04-12 Price Changed $137,500 CRMLS
  • 2010-01-18 Listed $145,000 CRMLS
  • 2009-10-07 Listing Removed CRMLS
  • 2009-06-02 Price Changed $155,000 CRMLS
  • 2009-04-09 Price Changed $159,900 CRMLS
  • 2009-04-07 Listed $149,900 CRMLS

Property tax history

+8.8%/yr

Latest (2025): $418 · +8.8% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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