Malibu’s 2025 real estate market was a year of more choices, tougher competition, and pickier buyers, especially early on. Inventory climbed above 2024 levels every single month, fueled by a big surge of new listings in January and February (mostly due to the fires). But while more sellers stepped into...
Kanan Road is a major 19-mile route cutting through Southern California’s Santa Monica Mountains. Every day, roughly 40,000 vehicles traverse this winding road, from local commuters escaping suburbia to beach-bound tourists seeking a scenic shortcut. At first glance, it’s just another picturesque canyon road. But dig a...
Westlake Village may be known for its scenic lake and upscale charm, but it also boasts a vibrant dining scene that caters to all tastes. From rustic Italian trattorias and sushi hotspots to cozy cafés and resort-style fine dining, this community offers something for every palate. Below, we...
If you’re thinking about moving to Agoura Hills, you’re not just picking a house—you’re picking a lifestyle. As a local real estate agent who lives and works here, I want to give you the honest, insider version of what you’re...
Development and Vision
Cross Creek Ranch is a recently completed 13-acre luxury retail and office complex in the heart of Malibu’s Civic Center area. The project’s developer is Pacific Equity Properties, Inc., a Santa Monica-based firm founded in 1986 by Bryan Gordon. Gordon and his team envisioned...
November was a month of big moves and bigger connections. We saw Malibu take a historic step toward educational independence, Agoura Hills break ground on the next phase of its landmark bridge, and Westlake Village revitalize its dining scene just in time for the holidays. From infrastructure to local legends...
Buying a home without regret starts with an honest self-assessment of your motivation. Before you jump into the escrow process , you need to analyze where your emotions and drive are coming from. Is this big, life-changing decision driven by a new child, a recent marriage, or simply a love for...
Agoura Hills is entering a period of rapid change, especially around the Agoura Village area near Kanan and Agoura Roads. Several major projects – mostly mixed-use and housing-focused – are planned or underway, alongside key infrastructure and open-space efforts. Below is a condensed overview of the main projects, their status...
Thanksgiving in Malibu is more about coastal flavors and ocean views than it is about food coma's and 6000 calorie meals (But there's plenty of that too!). Here is this years Malibu Inspired thanks giving recipies.
California Coast Cranberry CrockPot Turkey
Ingredients:
1 @butterballturkey breast (thawed)
1 can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 packet...
somewhere between the oak roots and chaparral shadows, Malibu’s long-tailed weasel is zipping through the Santa Monica Mountains like a tiny, whiskered ninja. Half pest-control specialist, half myth, and almost never actually seen by the humans it lives beside.
Habitat
A long-tailed weasel in its brown summer coat...
Agoura Hills: Wildlife Crossing Enters Final Phase
The long-planned Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing at Liberty Canyon reached its final construction phase in October. This $90+ million overpass (slated for completion by late 2026) will eventually link the Santa Monica Mountains to the Simi Hills over US 101. To build the last segment, Caltrans...
As summer turned to fall, Malibu, Westlake Village, and Agoura Hills each told a different story about Southern California’s evolving real estate landscape. Median prices largely held firm despite a slowdown in sales volume and longer days on market, suggesting a market shifting toward balance rather than decline...
In 2024, Shen Schulz ranked 270th nationally by sales volume out of more than 1.5 million licensed realtors. This places him within the top 0.02% of agents in the country, an indicator of both consistent performance and a high level of client trust in a highly competitive market.
Within Malibu, Shen achieved the...
Lloyd Wright’s Malibu Home for Composer David Newman
Frank Lloyd Wright Jr. (Frank Lloyd Wright's son known as Lloyd Wright) designed the Malibu residence for composer David Newman, son of famed film‐score pioneer Alfred Newman. The five-bedroom, seven-bathroom house sits on a private 1.6-acre Malibu Park parcel...
Malibu’s punk story begins with its surf-soaked roots. In the 1960s, Malibu was the epicenter of Southern California surf culture. A place painted by longboards, beach bonfires, and rebellious surfers carving out their own subculture and keeping Malibu local. Early surf music and garage rock laid the groundwork...
Buying or selling a home in Westlake Village is a big choice. Any kind of real estate transaction is usually the biggest choice someone makes in their life. Choosing Shen Realty, the top real estate agent in Westlake Village, we help provide our clients with the proper tools and professional...
Welcome to the Shen Realty guide to the best Halloween experiences in our area! Whether you’re trick-or-treating with little ghouls, hitting up haunted attractions with friends, or looking for festive family fun, we’ve got you covered. From Malibu’s cozy neighborhoods to Conejo Valley&rsquo...
Agoura Hills, California, offers a rich tapestry of lifestyle experiences, from rustic equestrian neighborhoods to vibrant shopping and historic film sites. This diverse suburban community nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains boasts attractions that highlight its heritage, natural beauty, and local charm. Below, we explore some of Agoura Hills&rsquo...
The Santa Monica mountains are home to a plethora of iconic and diverse species that truly make this region unique, such as coyotes, quals, bob cats, and mountain lions. But few are as colorful and stand out as much as the bright green parrots that are now so quintessential to...
September was a month of movement and reflection in Malibu. From rebuilding milestones and community celebrations to spirited local debates, the city continued to evolve while holding tight to its coastal character. Each story this month captures a piece of Malibu’s ongoing transformation — one built on resilience...