Malibu Colony Real Estate

Luxury Homes in a Star-Studded Community

Known as "the original Malibu," Malibu Colony is an enclave of luxury oceanside homes dating back to the Golden Age of Hollywood. This stunning gated community lies on a stretch of pristine coastline that has enticed people to the region for decades. Featuring some of Malibu's most prestigious properties, Malibu Colony has long been recognized as a beach retreat for the rich and famous.

History of Malibu Colony Homes

In 1892, Frederick Hastings Rindge and his wife, May Knight Rindge, purchased the 13,330-acre Rancho Malibu tract for a mere $10 per acre. They later expanded their working cattle and grain ranch to 17,000 acres.

The Rindges built a large home in Malibu Canyon, but it was ravaged by a brush fire in 1903. When her husband died just two years later, May Rindge assumed management of their Malibu real estate. She leased beachfront lots to some of the most prominent film stars of the day, including Clara Bow, Bing Crosby, Gloria Swanson, and Gary Cooper. Quaint seaside cottages were erected for the residents, and the area was quickly dubbed the "Malibu Beach Motion Picture Colony."

Once the Malibu Colony real estate leases expired, many of its glamorous residents opted to buy their homes. The structures were then expanded in glorious celebrity style, featuring more square footage, pools, tennis courts and more.

Malibu Colony Real Estate Today

Today, Malibu Colony remains a major draw for film, TV and music personalities as well as wealthy executives from the entertainment and business realms. With its mix of longstanding homes and new luxury dwellings, this coveted community blends the glamour of early Hollywood with modern architectural splendor.

Malibu Colony is located south of Malibu Road off the Pacific Coast Highway, and lies within walking distance of world-class shopping, dining and nightlife. It affords residents a magnificent ocean vista extending from Santa Monica to Rancho Palos Verdes to the south and the bluffs of Point Dume to the north.

From classic bungalows to spacious mansions, luxury real estate seekers will find a diversity of homes in Malibu Colony, all featuring sublime craftsmanship as well as uncompromised views of the Pacific. Malibu Colony features 24-hour guard-gated security to ensure privacy for its residents, which include the likes of Jeff Bridges, Bette Midler, Kevin Kline and Tom Hanks.

Contact Chris Cortazzo today to find your ideal Malibu Colony luxury home.