Home of the Week: Spanish-style mansion in Pacific Palisades

"This Spanish-style mansion in Pacific Palisades' Riviera neighborhood is entered through an 18th century walnut gate surrounded by brightly colored tiles. The motif continues inside with archways and Moorish accents. Most of the rooms connect to a central courtyard and a patio or balcony, adding light and airiness."

"The 10,400-square-foot home features six bedrooms, ten bathrooms, and includes a studio, den, office, media room, double kitchen, groin-vaulted ceilings, basement, circular driveway, canyon views, and swimming pool on a 26,690-square-foot lot."

"Last year, 350 single-family homes sold in the 90272 ZIP Code at a median price of $2.35 million, according to DataQuick. That was a 22.7% price increase from 2012."

This 2003 Spanish-style mansion designed by architect Richard Landry is located at 581 Amalfi Drive in Pacific Palisades' Riviera neighborhood. The 10,400-square-foot home features six bedrooms, ten bathrooms, and distinctive architectural elements including an 18th-century walnut gate with colorful tiles, archways, and Moorish accents. The layout centers around a courtyard with multiple patios and balconies providing natural light. Additional amenities include a studio, den, office, media room, double kitchen, groin-vaulted ceilings, basement, circular driveway, canyon views, and swimming pool. The property sits on 26,690 square feet. The asking price is $11.38 million. The Pacific Palisades 90272 ZIP Code experienced significant appreciation, with 350 single-family homes selling at a median price of $2.35 million last year, representing a 22.7% increase from 2012.

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