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    20940 Big Rock Dr, Malibu, CA 90265

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    $2,000,000

    LAND - Malibu, CA

    Lot size:
    0.71 Acres
    Added:
    Jan 11, 2026
    Days on Market:
    139
    Last Refresh:
    May 30 at 7:06 am

    Property Features for 20940 Big Rock Dr

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    LCRA40000*
    Standard status
    Active Under Contract
    APN
    4449-016-002
    Lot size
    0.71 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2025
    Tax Annual Amount
    3145

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Aerobic Septic, Septic Tank

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    Listing Contact
    Paul Grisanti

    Listing agent Paul Grisanti License #00621552

    Listing office Pinnacle Estate Properties 23733 Malibu Rd. Suite 500, CA

    Listing date Jan 11, 2026

    MLS# 26636975 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 The MLS/CLAW. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Opportunity to build a new home with accelerated permitting under Malibu's fire rebuild rules, allowing for a 2861 sq. ft. home.
    • Tremendous ocean views from every room (based on previous structure).
    • Finest and highest location in the Big Rock neighborhood.
    • Potential to build a larger home (around 5000 sq. ft.) with standard permitting.
    • Properties are confirmed by Malibu's City Geology Department to be outside any known or suspected geological problem areas.
    • Adjoining 4.16‑acre lot with a pad close to double the size is also for sale by the same owner.

    Overview

    This 0.7093-acre property in Malibu presents an opportunity to build a custom home. Located in the Big Rock neighborhood, the site previously accommodated a 2,601 sq. ft. home with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, offering ocean views from every room. Under Malibu's fire rebuild rules, a 2,861 sq. ft. home could be built with accelerated permitting. The code would allow a larger home of around 5,000 sq. feet but the permitting process will be considerably slower. According to Malibu's City Geology Department, the property is outside any known or suspected geological problem areas. The location is described as the finest and highest in the Big Rock neighborhood. An adjoining 4.16-acre lot with a pad close to double the size is also for sale by the same owner.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Residential land & home ...

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Dental Office Spa & Massage Center Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Malibu
    County
    Los Angeles
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -118.624533
    Latitude
    34.045463

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Residential land & home lot - Land in Malibu with potential for ocean view home.
    Where is this residential land & home lot located?
    The property is located at 20940 Big Rock Dr Malibu, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,000,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Opportunity to build a new home with accelerated permitting under Malibu's fire rebuild rules, allowing for a 2861 sq. ft. home.; Tremendous ocean views from every room (based on previous structure).; Finest and highest location in the Big Rock neighborhood.
    (310) 505-5006
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    Listing Contact
    Paul Grisanti
    Real Estate License ID: 00621552
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

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    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
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    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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