5 Sold Southern California Luxury Estates from Palisades to Palm Springs

In the coveted Lower Riviera of Pacific Palisades, this new custom estate channels contemporary design across three levels by architect Ken Ungar, with interiors by Matthew Brinkley of Studio Brinkley. A dramatic double-height foyer opens to expansive living and dining areas wrapped in custom oak paneling and fluted textures. The chef’s kitchen anchors the main floor with sculptural marble surfaces, bespoke cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, and a separate staff kitchen, alongside a home office, wine bar, oversized laundry with dual washers and dryers, and a guest suite with private access to the rear grounds. Upstairs, the primary suite features a private terrace, spa-like bath with soaking tub and oversized marble shower, dual walk-in closets, and a sitting area. Below, leisure takes center stage with a theater, full bar and lounge, wine cellar and tasting room, fitness center, and wellness suite with sauna and steam shower—elevator-connected throughout. Outdoors, a pool, spa, fire pit, outdoor kitchen, pergola, and mature olive trees set an easy rhythm from day into warmly lit evenings.

Price: $17,800,000 (Sold)

On Woodley Avenue in Encino, this residential property is presented simply as SOLD, with no additional details provided in the listing description. While the address places it in the 91436 pocket of the San Fernando Valley, the available information stops there—no notes on the layout, finishes, outdoor spaces, or on-site amenities are included. What remains is a rare kind of blank canvas in public record: a home defined by its location and the quiet confidence of a concluded sale rather than a catalog of features. Set within a standard residential setting, it suggests everyday Encino living—tree-lined streets, easy routines, and a sense of neighborhood continuity—without prescribing a particular style or program. Its story is one of arrival and closure, leaving the next chapter to be written beyond the listing page.

Price: $16,426,180 (Sold)

Beyond private gates in Encino, this newly built estate—thoughtfully curated by Studio Brinkley Design—pairs contemporary craftsmanship with an easy, lived-in sense of luxury. A grand foyer with soaring ceilings opens to a formal living room with fireplace, custom built-ins, and a wet bar, flowing into the family room and a chef’s kitchen centered on double islands, Taj Mahal quartz countertops, Wolf appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a full secondary prep kitchen. Expansive sliding doors extend daily life outdoors, while a glass-encased wine wall anchors the formal dining room beside a private office that can also serve as an additional bedroom. Downstairs, an entertainment suite and dedicated home theatre set the tone for relaxed evenings. Upstairs, the primary retreat offers a fireplace, wet bar, two balconies, and an outdoor sauna, finished with a spa-like bath and custom closet. A Control4 system ties it all together, from lighting to audio-visual, for seamless day-to-night living.

Price: $9,600,000 (Sold)

On a quiet street in one of Arcadia’s most prestigious neighborhoods, this south-facing Mediterranean-style estate balances privacy with easy access to Westfield Mall, Santa Anita Racetrack, the Arboretum, the Huntington Library, and Caltech. Inside, a grand dual marble staircase and Venetian plaster walls set an elegant tone, joined by three fireplaces and a centerpiece saltwater fish tank. The expansive family room pairs a built-in entertainment system with a dramatic double-sided fireplace for effortless gathering. A gourmet kitchen with a separate wok kitchen and walk-in pantry supports everything from weeknight cooking to entertaining. Outdoors, a tranquil Koi pond, resort-style swimming pool, swim-up bar, built-in BBQ, and premium surround sound create a true backyard retreat, thoughtfully designed with optimal Feng Shui. Five suites, two libraries, two laundry rooms, and five-zone air conditioning complete the experience.

Price: $5,350,000 (Sold)

From its elevated Palm Springs setting in Los Compadres, this retreat opens through a lush courtyard to a light-filled interior framed by vaulted ceilings, travertine floors, and walls of glass that capture mountain views. Entertaining is built into the layout, with a sunken living and dining room, a cozy family room, and a dedicated game room anchored by a 12-foot full-service bar that flows directly outdoors. The chef’s kitchen is outfitted with Electrolux ICON appliances, gas cooking, and a walk-in pantry for effortless hosting. Outside, a resort-style backyard pairs a pool and spa with an outdoor kitchen and bocce court. The primary suite continues the vaulted-ceiling drama, adding a spa bath, custom closet, and an at-home gym, alongside three additional bedrooms and an office. Fee simple land, 34 owned solar panels, and a finished two-car garage round out the experience.

Price: $1,500,000 (Sold)