There are numerous factors that affect the prices of homes on the beach in Malibu. Size is a major factor but here are a few more. There are wet sand beaches and dry sand beaches. Wet beaches are just that 26 26wet most of the time and maybe dry for a few hours at low tide. Wet beaches usually have a lot of rocks on them and at high tide the waves will often push water up the beach and under the beach house. Dry beaches almost always have dry sand on them, enough that you can almost always lay out on a nice warm patch. The later is more valuable. There is one more factor in regards to the dry beach properties. The dry beaches become even more valuable if they have depth to them. Carbon Beach is dry and has some depth to it, maybe 20-30 feet at most. Often referred to as "Billionaires Beach", Carbon Beach is the ultimate Malibu address. Some of the most prestigious real estate in the world can be found on this stretch of sand. About 70 residences make their home on this dry, sandy beach. It is located centrally in Malibu, close to shops, restaurants and an easy commute into the city. Broad Beach homes may 125 feet or more of depth. Broad Beach road is about one mile long and home to approximately 100 single family residences. It is often considered one of the most exclusive addresses in Malibu. It is located in northern Malibu, just past the world famous Zuma Beach. Topanga Beach Topanga Beach is zoned for commercial usage and home to many long established businesses. It is a sandy beach and borders the Topanga Creek Lagoon. There is one small street off the PCH that is lined with single family homes. Beach frontage is another major factor. Lots in some areas might only be 35-40 feet wide while other beach homes can have lots of 60 feet or more. Some homes even have double or triple lots with upwards of 180 feet of frontage. This type of home on a dry beach, such as Broad Beach, can be in the $20m to $70m price range. So the more frontage the more valuable the property. Malibu Colony The famed Colony is the most exclusive community Malibu has to offer. Located behind the gates, it is home to a who 19s who in Hollywood. The Colony is located centrally in Malibu, close to shops, restaurants and an easy commute into the city.