David Duchovny has officially sold his longtime home in Point Dume, Malibu for just under $11 million, closing the deal less than two months after listing it for $12.5 million. While the final price fell short of his asking, it still marked a significant return—the actor had paid about $4.8 million for the property in 2016, buying it from Hollywood writer-producer Chris Carter.
Over the years, Duchovny upgraded the 1950s-era residence extensively, giving it a fresh, modern design and adding unique personal touches—including a restored train caboose. The X-Files and Californication star turned that caboose into a guesthouse where he wrote his 2021 novel Truly Like Lightning and recorded episodes of his podcast Fail Better.
Sitting on over an acre of gated land, the single-level, wood-sided home spans roughly 3,580 square feet and includes three bedrooms and five bathrooms. Its interiors feature polished concrete floors, clerestory windows, skylights, and sleek pivoting glass doors that open to manicured grounds. Inside, a spacious great room connects the living and dining areas to a designer kitchen outfitted with custom cabinetry, stone countertops, and high-end Miele and Fisher & Paykel appliances.
The primary suite includes a spa-like bath with a clawfoot tub and a steam shower. There’s also an office with views of the yard, where a lap pool and a sunken fire pit offer outdoor lounging options. A separate structure currently serves as a gym, while the refurbished caboose adds even more space with its own kitchen, bathroom, dining nook, sleeping quarters, and rooftop deck.
Also included in the deal was a deeded beach access key—an increasingly rare perk along Malibu’s coastline. Realtor Chris Cortazzo of Compass, who handled both sides of the sale, noted that Malibu’s real estate market has begun to rebound following wildfire damage and the reopening of PCH in May. “Our entire city center—from Nobu West and beyond—remains intact, and we’re booming right now,” Cortazzo said. “We’re seeing strong demand from displaced residents looking for homes. I believe insurance payouts are starting to come through, and rather than waiting to rebuild, many people are turning to Malibu, drawn by the lifestyle we offer.”
Duchovny, 64, told The Wall Street Journal that he decided to sell the property now that his children are grown. While he’s let go of his Malibu home, he still owns residences in New York and Costa Rica. Most recently, he launched the docuseries Secrets Declassified on the History Channel.
