Woods Cove
Vintage cottages and contemporary Craftsman builds
Many of the homes in Woods Cove are custom-built and have undergone renovations and upgrades for modern amenities. Vintage properties that date back to the first half of the 20th century are typically Craftsman-style cottages with quintessential beach bungalow features like shingled siding and stone chimneys. Other architectural styles in this neighborhood include Mediterranean-style and contemporary Craftsman builds that date from the 1970s through the 90s. With luxurious designs and direct views of the Pacific Ocean, homes along the bluffs of Woods Cove are some of the most coveted properties in the area. These waterfront single-family homes start around $5 million and range upwards of $10 million. Single-family properties throughout the rest of the neighborhood usually cost between $2 million and $5 million. Condo units and townhouses can range from roughly $1 million to $9 million for oceanfront apartments.Community involvement in local Laguna Schools
Students in Woods Cove are zoned for the Laguna Beach Unified School District, which receives an overall A-plus rating from Niche. Depending on their address, primary students in Woods Cove are either zoned for the A-rated Top of the World Elementary School or the A-plus-rated E Morro Elementary School. Older students can attend the A-rated Thurston Middle and Laguna Beach High School, an A-plus-rated institution. These schools partner closely with community organizations and have strong Parent-Teacher Association groups that help promote and support faculty, staff and students. “There was once an article in the local newspaper about an event that was going on at the high school, and at the bottom, it said to call a specific person for tickets – turns out that person is a billionaire, a billionaire who just published their phone number in the paper for a Laguna Beach school event,” Johnson says.City beaches, parks and popular scenic overlooks
In addition to Woods Cove Beach, residents in this neighborhood are also within walking distance of Pearl Street Beach and Agate Street Beach, small side-by-side beaches known for being two of the best spots in town to view the sunset. Another popular overlook in Woods Cove is Ruby Street Park, which has shaded benches and tables. The larger Victoria Beach and adjacent Treasure Island Beach – which sit on either side of the Montage resort bluffs – are a 1.5-mile drive south of the neighborhood. Situated inland, less than a mile from Woods Cove, is Bluebird Park, a bustling community spot with playgrounds and an open green space that hosts a free concert series in the summertime.Restaurants in Woods Cove and downtown Laguna Beach
There are several local restaurants in Woods Cove that line either side of Coast Highway, a busy road that cuts through the neighborhood. Mozambique is an upscale steakhouse with a rooftop seating area that overlooks the ocean; right next door is Saigon Beach, a Vietnamese eatery owned by a local husband-and-wife duo. Other dining options include Rumari, an Italian bistro, and Maro Wood Grill, a restaurant that serves Argentinian fare in a casual setting. Wine Gallery is a woodfire kitchen and wine bar open in the evenings that also has appetizers and a selection of surf and turf menu items. Grocery stores, local businesses and additional dining choices can be found farther north along Coast Highway in and around the downtown Laguna Beach area, known locally as the Village.Coast Highway has pedestrian-friendly amenities
Although Woods Cove residents typically use their cars to get around town, the neighborhood itself is fairly walkable and features amenities like pedestrian crossings at every intersection along Coast Highway, the town’s main thoroughfare. Many homes here have short driveways in which residents can park their cars; street parking is also available, although open spots become harder to find during tourist season. To avoid driving and parking downtown, residents can catch a ride on the free Laguna Beach Trolley that stops at several points along Coast Highway.
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Hayley Simms
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Keven Stirdivant
Keven Stirdivant
Kase Real Estate
(424) 201-2851
338 Total Sales
1 in Woods Cove
$5,250,000 Price
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Stephanie Paige
Stephanie Paige
H S B Realty
(747) 210-0239
35 Total Sales
1 in Woods Cove
$855,000 Price
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Susan Helton
Susan Helton
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
(949) 704-5253
12 Total Sales
1 in Woods Cove
$2,139,120 Price
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Jennifer Halbert
Jennifer Halbert
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(949) 828-3136
28 Total Sales
3 in Woods Cove
$1.3M - $1.6M Price Range
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Ray E. McAfoose
Ray E. McAfoose
Coldwell Banker Realty
(949) 516-0239
11 Total Sales
1 in Woods Cove
$520,000 Price
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Barry Saywitz
Barry Saywitz
Responds QuicklyBarry Saywitz
(949) 749-4296
5 Total Sales
1 in Woods Cove
$2,800,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Ruby Street Park
- Picnic Area
- Beach
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Woods Cove | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Woods Cove Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Woods Cove, Laguna Beach sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Woods Cove, Laguna Beach over the last 12 months is $525,000, down 61% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$539,900
Median Sale Price
$525,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$525,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$266,400
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-61%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$214
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
438
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1946
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,526
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,090
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
619
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 3pm
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 4pm
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,601
Median Age
53
Population under 18
14.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$125,625
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$166,134
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.1%
College Graduates
68.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
78
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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