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Secluded residential neighborhood about downtown Laguna Beach
Mystic Hills is a secluded hillside neighborhood with easy access to the center of Laguna Beach and the oceanfront. “It’s a residential community right above downtown – if you’re standing in front of City Hall and you look up, that’s Mystic Hills,” says Michael “Mike” Johnson, a longtime Laguna Beach resident and Realtor with the Mike Johnson Group at Compass. “The views up in that neighborhood are astounding, which is true for a lot of areas up in the hills.” Many properties here have undergone renovations and been updated with modern amenities, as most date back to the early 20th century. While neighborhood residents are drawn to the view and newly updated homes, they also benefit from highly rated schools, a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities and proximity to downtown Laguna Beach and all that area has to offer. Students in this area are zoned for the Laguna Beach Unified School District, which receives an A-plus rating from Niche. Mystic Hills has an overall CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
The biggest perk of living in the Mystic Hills neighborhood is the breathtaking panoramic views, offering residents stunning vistas of the coastline, Catalina Island, and Laguna Beach’s city lights.
Situated in the oldest standing commercial building off Forest Avenue in downtown Laguna Beach, Ken's Jewelry Store, established in 1977, specializes in unique and precious gemstones, along with their commitment to quality customer service.
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Upscale Mediterranean-style and contemporary homes
Along the cul-de-sacs and chaparral-covered knolls, the neighborhood’s housing options look notably different today than they did back in the early 20th century when many of the homes were first built. “Mystic Hills originally had a lot of tract homes; however, in 1993, there was a fire, and most of the neighborhood burned down. Afterwards, Mystic Hills was rebuilt, but people were building these beautiful custom homes instead of tract homes,” Johnson says. Nowadays, this enclave is dotted with luxury Mediterranean-style and contemporary builds with open-concept layouts and expansive windows that take advantage of the natural California scenery. Single-family homes here cost between approximately $2.4 million and $6 million; with a median single-family home price of $4.1 million, prices are significantly above the national median home price of approximately $400,000.
Given the elevated location of Mystic Hills, these Mediterranean-style homes often offer panoramic views stretching from Catalina Island to the Dana Point Headlands, making sunset views particularly breathtaking.
Mystic Hills boasts an impressive collection of modern contemporary homes featuring smart home technology, sustainable landscaping, floor to ceiling views and rooftop decks.
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Canyon hiking trails and local beaches
A network of hiking trails zigzag through the canyon and Laguna Beach foothills where Mystic Hills is situated. Trailheads can be found at Ken Frank View Park, a 6,000-square-foot park lined with paved walking trails and scenic overlooks. The Park Avenue Nature Trail running through the park connects to the Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. The nearest beach – Main Beach – is approximately 2 miles from the neighborhood. In addition to broad, sandy space along the oceanfront, Main Beach also has basketball courts, a boardwalk, a playground and public restrooms. Farther south along the shoreline are smaller beaches like Thalia Street Beach, which are favored locations for surfers and skimboarders. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection has identified the Mystic Hills area as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ), meaning that residents and properties here are at significant risk of wildfire. The City of Laguna Beach is actively involved in mitigating fire risks through fuel modification and vegetation management programs to establish buffer zones between risk areas and neighborhood structures.
Ken Frank View Park is a serene spot in Laguna Beach that offers picturesque ocean and hillside views, providing a peaceful retreat for locals and visitors to relax and take in the stunning scenery.
Aliso & Wood Canyon Wilderness Park spans over 4,500 acres, offering scenic trails, rugged canyons, and diverse wildlife perfect for hiking, biking, and nature enthusiasts.
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Students are zoned for Laguna Beach School District
Kindergarten through fifth-grade students are zoned for Top of the World Elementary, an A-rated school ranked No. 11 on Niche’s 2025 “Best Public Elementary Schools in Orange County” list. Thurston Middle — which is located within walking distance of some Mystic Hills residents — also receives an A rating, while Laguna Beach High School is an A-plus-rated institution. According to Niche, as of 2025, Laguna Beach High School has an average graduation rate of 98% and approximately 35% of high school students are enrolled in Advanced Placement programs. There is a significant amount of community involvement in the local schools, and each school has an active Parent-Teacher Association to help raise money and support both academics and athletic activities for students. For higher education opportunities, the south campus of Laguna College of Art and Design is tucked into the canyon: “It’s become a fairly well-known art school and helped shape the heavy-duty art history of Laguna Beach as a whole,” Johnson says.
Top of the World Elementary School, in Laguna Beach, is an award winning elementary school.
Laguna Beach High Inspires academic Excellence in a coastal setting in a great community.
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Shopping, dining and events in Laguna Village and along Laguna Canyon Road
Mystic Hills is only a mile from the downtown Laguna Beach area, also known as the Village, which boasts nearly 100 local businesses, restaurants and retailers in a pedestrian-friendly commercial district. The Village also has several grocery stores, including Whole Foods Market and Ralph’s. On Saturday mornings, people flock to the Laguna Beach Farmers Market, a weekly event that hosts several dozen local vendors and farmers selling fresh produce. Along Laguna Canyon Road are several restaurant options, including Laguna Beer Company, Oliver’s Osteria, McClain Cellars and Kitchen in the Canyon. Also along Laguna Canyon Road are several event venues that host some of Laguna Beach’s most iconic annual art festivals. “The Festival of the Arts and Pageant of the Masters attracts millions of visitors to town during the summer,” Johnson says. “The Festival of the Arts is a juried art show where you can buy art, and at the Pageant of the Masters, they do tableau vivant, where performers reenact paintings with live people and have a narrator and orchestra playing along with it.”
The Festival of Arts is held every summer and brings art enthusiasts from all over the world.
The closest grocery store to Laguna Canyon is Whole Foods, where residents can find fresh produce and cooked foods.
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Getting around Orange County
Laguna Canyon Road and Coast Highway are two major thoroughfares that Mystic Hills residents can easily access. Coast Highway runs north-south through Laguna Beach parallel to the coastline, while Laguna Canyon Road runs from the downtown area inland towards Irvine and Interstates 405 and 5, which both travel through Orange County up into the greater Los Angeles area. Public transit options include Laguna Local – a resident-only rideshare service – and the free Laguna Beach Trolley, which runs up and down Coast Highway through the downtown area. John Wayne Airport serves the greater Orange County area and is located approximately 15 miles from the neighborhood.
Laguna Beach offers a convenient public transportation system, including the free Laguna Beach Trolley, which provides easy access to popular beaches, shopping areas, and dining spots, making it a hassle-free way for Mystic Hills residents to explore the town.
One of the draws of Mystic Hills is its proximity to the heart of Laguna Beach, offering easy access to its art galleries, fine dining, and vibrant culture, while maintaining a more private and peaceful environment.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Mystic Hills
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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4
Larceny
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Crime Score
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Mystic Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mystic Hills, Laguna Beach sell after 112 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Mystic Hills, Laguna Beach over the last 12 months is $3,325,000, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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