$2,895,000

Estimated payment $17,797/month

Total Views 6,152
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,015 Sq Ft
$1,437 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • White Water Ocean Views
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Dual Staircase
  • Top Of The World Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

Perched on a coveted elevated corner lot in Arch Beach Heights, 1094 Katella Street offers an extraordinary blend of panoramic views, timeless design, and an unbeatable location. Enjoy sweeping whitewater ocean views, sparkling city lights, and picture-perfect sunsets over Catalina Island—all from the comfort of your own home.

This 4-bedroom, 3 full bathroom home has been thoughtfully remodeled with a touch of coastal charm mixed with modern sophistication. Multiple patios and a charming backyard brings plenty of opportunity to create memorable experiences.

Lot's of natural light throughout, the heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen, featuring a stunning Taj Mahal leathered quartzite island and designer touches. Whether you're whipping up breakfast or hosting a sunset dinner party, this kitchen will inspire. Alfresco dining with the Pacific as your backdrop!

The versatile floor plan offers space for family, guests, or a dedicated home office, all framed by breathtaking ocean and village lights from nearly every angle.

With a 2-car garage, ample outdoor space, and some of the most captivating views in town, this Laguna Beach gem is the perfect blend of location, design, and comfortability.

Located just moments from hiking trails, parks, and only a quick drive down the hill to Laguna’s vibrant village, world-class dining, galleries, and iconic beaches. Located in a top-tier school district with access to some of the best public schools in the country, this property is the perfect match for those seeking lifestyle, location, and luxury wrapped into one unforgettable address.

Listing Agent

Sandra Luesse

The Oppenheim Group Brokerage Phone: 949-405-3120 License #02110741 Listed on: 06/30/2025

The Oppenheim Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,642

Year Built

  • Built in 1975 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Two Garage Doors

Property Views

  • White Water Ocean
  • Catalina
  • Panoramic
  • City Lights

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Mixed Roof Materials
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,015 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Dual Staircase
  • Built-In Features
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room Balcony
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Top Of The World Elementary School
  • Thurston Middle School
  • Laguna Beach High School

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Central Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 1 / 24
  • Tax Tract Number 24
  • Assessor Parcel Number 64443526
  • $812 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Arch Beach Heights Subdivision

Recreation

  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,642

Year Built

Built in 1975 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: Shades and Blinds, Washer and Dryer
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Arch Beach Heights (ABH)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 64443526
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2015.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: 2 Staircases, Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Living Room Balcony, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Dining Room, In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1436.72
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Office, Walk-In Closet
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Catalina, City Lights, Ocean, Panoramic, Water, White Water
  • Fence: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Mixed
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage - Two Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Closet
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Hiking

Schools

  • School District: Laguna Beach Unified
  • Elementary School: Top Of The World
  • Middle School: Thurston
  • High School: Laguna Beach
  • Elementary School: Top Of The World
  • High School: Laguna Beach
  • Middle Or Junior School: Thurston
  • Elementary School #2: TOTW
  • High School2: LAGBEA

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Purchase: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2500.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0574

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 2500.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 24
  • Tax Census Tract: 626.20
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 24
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 812.00

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $24,642 $2,392,920 $2,193,012 $199,908
2024 $24,642 $2,346,000 $2,150,011 $195,989
2023 $5,465 $422,213 $208,995 $213,218
2022 $5,301 $413,935 $204,897 $209,038
2021 $5,139 $405,819 $200,879 $204,940
2020 $5,020 $401,658 $198,819 $202,839
2019 $4,907 $393,783 $194,921 $198,862
2018 $4,796 $386,062 $191,099 $194,963
2017 $4,681 $378,493 $187,352 $191,141
2016 $4,573 $371,072 $183,678 $187,394
2015 $4,483 $365,499 $180,919 $184,580
2014 $4,383 $358,340 $177,375 $180,965
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2025 06/30/25 For Sale $2,895,000 +25.9% $1,437 / Sq Ft
06/01/2023 06/01/23 Sold $2,300,000 +0.2% $1,141 / Sq Ft
04/27/2023 04/27/23 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2023 04/24/23 For Sale $2,295,000 -- $1,139 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $2,300,000 Western Resources
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,610,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25146044

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 644-435-26