4816 Encino Avenue, Encino, CA 91316
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4816 Encino Avenue,Encino, CA 91316
$11,777,000
- 5 Beds
- 10 Baths
- 10,000 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: jane kellard
Office: sotheby's international realty310-456-6431
MLS#:26705971
Source:CRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$11,777,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,177.7
About this home
Set behind gates in Encino’s coveted Music Row neighborhood, the longtime estate of legendary guitarist Steve Vai unfolds across nearly two private acres—an oasis of natural beauty, serenity, and inspiration. Originally conceived as a mid-century residence and thoughtfully expanded to over 10,000 sq ft, the home offers 5 ensuite bedrooms, 9-foot ceilings, original poured-in-place terrazzo throughout the entry, foyer, and patios, and rich acacia wood flooring throughout, complemented by acacia wood flooring and refined finishes. An additional 3000 sqft. has been added which includes studio, pool house, and gym. Opening seamlessly to lush, landscaped grounds, the estate lives as a true sanctuary—an inspired, artful environment where nature, creativity, peace, and possibility converge.
The interiors balance warmth and architectural presence, highlighted by a step-down family room with coffered, wood-inlaid ceilings and a striking Pennsylvania gray-blue stone fireplace. The chef’s kitchen serves as a central gathering space with custom cherry-wood cabinetry, Carrara marble countertops, a skylight, floating steel beams, and professional-grade appliances. A custom bar with fluted Gonzala wood cabinetry and a dramatic labradorite countertop adds a refined layer of entertaining, while the dining room is defined by a signature floating tapestry ceiling and seamless indoor-outdoor flow.
The main-level primary suite is a private retreat, opening to its own patio with a tranquil fountain. Additional ensuite bedrooms offer comfort, while an upper-level media room with vaulted coffered ceilings, kitchenette, and bath provides flexible space for guests or entertainment.
Outdoor living is immersive and serene—featuring black terrazzo accents, a covered pavilion with an exposed ceiling and a Pennsylvania blue stone accent wall, and calming water elements, including a babbling brook and a fountain. Entertain beneath the stars with a custom pizza oven and BBQ, or unwind across expansive grounds with a pool, gym, and a championship tennis court set among mature landscaping.
At the heart of the estate lies the world-renowned Harmony Hut—a recording studio designed and built by Steve Vai with meticulous attention to acoustics and sonic precision. Revered as a creative sanctuary where decades of music have been brought to life, it is a rare and irreplaceable offering.
A true legacy property—where architecture, nature, and artistry converge—this is more than a home; it is a sanctuary, a retreat, and a living work of art and modern music history..
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Home facts
- Year built:1941
- Listing ID #:26705971
- Added:56 day(s) ago
- Updated:June 15, 2026 at 10:39 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:10
- Full bathrooms:6
- Half bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Carpet, Stone, Wood
- Kitchen Description:Barbecue, Built In, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
- Living area:10,000 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central, Fireplaces
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1941
- Building area:10,000 sq. ft.
- Lot area:1.82 Acres
- Architectural Style:Mid Century Modern
- Exterior Features:FirePit
- Levels:1 Story
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$11,777,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,177.7
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Barbecue, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer
- Laundry features:Inside, Washer
- Amenities:Attic, Bar, Ceiling Fans, Coffered Ceilings, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Fire Pit, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Wine Cellar
- Pool features:In Ground
Parking
- Total parking spaces:13
- Parking description:Concrete, Door-Multi, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:3
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