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$10,995,000

4816 Encino Avenue

Encino, CA 91316

Active

5

Beds

9

Baths

12,500

Sq. Ft.

1941

Year Built

Los Angeles

County

SingleFamilyResidence

Property Type

About this home

Iconic Recording Studio* Championship -Size Tennis Court* Gym* Pool * 1.82 CRES of Lush,Private Grounds! Set behind private gates in Encino's coveted Music Row, the longtime estate of legendary guitarist STEVE VAI offers over 12,500 sq. ft. on 1.82 acres of lush, private grounds. The residence features five ensuite bedrooms, nine-foot ceilings, poured-in-place terrazzo, rich acacia wood flooring, and distinctive architectural details throughout.The chef's kitchen showcases custom cherry cabinetry, Carrara marble, skylight, floating steel beams, and professional-grade appliances. Additional highlights include a dramatic step-down family room, custom bar, elegant dining room, private primary suite, and upper-level media room with kitchenette and bath.Resort-style grounds include a pool, championship-size tennis court, gym, covered pavilion, custom pizza oven and BBQ, fountains, and mature landscaping.At the heart of the estate is Harmony Hut, the world-renowned recording studio designed and built by Steve Vai, featuring exceptional acoustics and sonic precision. A celebrated creative sanctuary where decades of music were brought to life, Harmony Hut offers a rare connection to modern music history.An extraordinary legacy estate where architecture, privacy, creativity, and resort-style living converge. A MUST SEE PROPERTY!

Listed by Jane Kellard · DRE #01506433 · Sotheby's International Realty
MLS #1189371703
ListedSep 1, 2026

Property Details

Architecture

Stories1
StyleMid Century Modern
Total UnitsN/A
RoofN/A
Garage Spaces3
PoolN/A
SpaNone

Features & Amenities

Interior FeaturesBreakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Coffered Ceilings, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bar, Attic, Wine Cellar
Exterior FeaturesFire Pit
FlooringCarpet, Stone, Wood
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingCentral, Fireplaces
FireplaceFamily Room, Living Room
LaundryInside, Laundry Room
Parking FeaturesConcrete, Door Multi, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated
Parking Total10
Patio & PorchN/A
Entry LevelN/A
Entry LocationN/A
Common WallsOne Common Wall

Property Features

Lot Size1.82 ac
Lot FeaturesN/A
ViewPool, Trees Woods
DirectionsWhite Oak to Ventura Blvd head east to Encino Ave then south to address

Community

AreaENC - Encino
School DistrictN/A

Tax & Financial

TermsN/A
Land LeaseN/A
HOA NameN/A
HOA FeeN/A

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Mortgage Estimate

$58,520/mo

20% down · 7% APR · 30-yr fixed

Estimate only. Does not include taxes, insurance, or HOA.

CRMLSLast updated: October 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM

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