Seller's Agent in 2015
Shauna Covington
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(949) 412-8088
92 Total Sales
1234 Miramar St Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Estimated Value: $6,012,000 - $7,402,536
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
6,000
Sq Ft
$1,123/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom Retreat
- Top Of The World Elementary School Rated A
- Canyon View
- Retreat
About This Home
As of July 2015EXPANSIVE LAGUNA BEACH "MONTE VISTA" ESTATE WITH SWEEPING, LUSH CANYON VIEWS! 5 Bedroom, 4.5 Bath home with office, exercise room, extra-large bonus/game room and a pool/bar/cabana room. Master bedroom boasts a posh, relaxing retreat complete with fireplace, walk-in closet, and huge master bath. Chef's dream remodeled kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite counters, island, wine cooler, marble flooring, wet bar, and walk-in pantry. Masterfully placed windows showcase majestic canyon views throughout the home, while vaulted ceilings provide a sense of openness. A rare find in Laguna with a 20,000 square foot lot. Perfect for entertaining, the yard hosts an in-ground heated saltwater pool and spa, as well as an enormous flat lawn area suitable for lavish tent parties. Additional features throughout the home include: 4 gas fireplaces, carbon water filter system, intercom system, gated entry and fenced perimeter, interior atrium with fountain and skylight, orchard/vegetable garden area, and an automatic landscape sprinkler system. Three-car attached garage affords excellent parking. Situated amongst the natural beauty of Laguna with its fine dining, eclectic art galleries, world-class shopping, and arguably the most stunning beaches on the California coast.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00991380 Listed on: 01/26/2015
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00991380 Listed on: 01/26/2015
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $36,224
Year Built
- Built in 1980
Lot Details
- 0.46 Acre Lot
- Private Yard
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
Property Views
- Canyon
- Hills
Interior Spaces
- 6,000 Sq Ft Home
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- Home Gym
- Walk-In Pantry
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Retreat
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom Retreat
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- In Ground Spa
- Saltwater Pool
Additional Features
- Suburban Location
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 9 / 34
- Tax Tract Number 24
- Assessor Parcel Number 64440417
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 5, 2024
Sold by
Pinto Michael and May Sun
Bought by
Michael Pinto Living Trust and May Sun Wang Pinto Living Trust
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 26, 2015
Closed on
Jun 20, 2015
Sold by
Smith Leon T and Smith Margo G
Bought by
Pinto Michael and Michael Pinto Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Shauna Covington
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Shauna Covington
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$3,295,000
Sold Price
$3,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$295,000
-8.95%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.19%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 18, 2013
Sold by
Smith Leon T and Smith Margo G
Bought by
Smith Leon T and Smith Margo G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 22, 2011
Sold by
Smith Leon T and Smith Margo G
Bought by
Smith Leon T and Smith Margo G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$358,000
Interest Rate
2.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 27, 2011
Sold by
Smith Leon T and Smith Margo G
Bought by
Smith Leon T and Smith Margo G
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 9, 2009
Sold by
Smith Leon T and Smith Margo G
Bought by
Smith Leon T and Smith Margo G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$370,000
Interest Rate
4.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 3, 2003
Sold by
Smith Leon T
Bought by
Smith Leon T and Smith Margo G
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 20, 2003
Sold by
Smith Margo G
Bought by
Smith Leon T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 23, 2003
Sold by
Gavin John J and Gavin Stacy E
Bought by
Smith Leon T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 12, 2000
Sold by
Gavin John J and Gavin Stacy E
Bought by
Gavin John J and Gavin Stacy E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 30, 1998
Sold by
Gavin John J
Bought by
Gavin John J and Gavin Stacy E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$708,700
Interest Rate
6.63%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 19, 1998
Sold by
Gavin John J
Bought by
Gavin John J and The John J Gavin Jr Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 7, 1998
Sold by
Gavin John J
Bought by
Gavin John J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$707,000
Interest Rate
7.13%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 1995
Sold by
Gavin Janine Louise
Bought by
Gavin John J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$680,000
Interest Rate
9.27%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 1994
Sold by
Holmes Nathan and Holmes Fritzi
Bought by
Gavin John J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$680,000
Interest Rate
9.27%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Pinto Living Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Pinto Michael | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Pinto Michael | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Pinto Michael | $3,000,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Smith Leon T | -- | Equity Title Orange County-I | |
| Smith Leon T | -- | Equity Title Orange County-I | |
| Smith Leon T | -- | Accommodation | |
| Smith Leon T | -- | Equity Title Orange County-I | |
| Smith Leon T | -- | Accommodation | |
| Smith Leon T | -- | Equity Title Orange County-I | |
| Smith Leon T | -- | Accommodation | |
| Smith Leon T | -- | Lsi | |
| Smith Leon T | -- | -- | |
| Smith Leon T | -- | -- | |
| Smith Leon T | -- | California Title Company | |
| Smith Leon T | $1,720,000 | California Title Company | |
| Gavin John J | -- | -- | |
| Gavin John J | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Gavin John J | -- | -- | |
| Gavin John J | -- | Southland Title Corporation | |
| Gavin John J | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Gavin John J | $850,000 | Chicago Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Pinto Michael | $1,100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Leon T | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Leon T | $358,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Leon T | $370,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Leon T | $400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gavin John J | $708,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Gavin John J | $707,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gavin John J | $680,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2015 07/10/15 | Sold | $3,000,000 | -9.0% | $500 / Sq Ft |
| 05/11/2015 05/11/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/26/2015 01/26/15 | For Sale | $3,295,000 | -- | $549 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $36,224 | $3,538,419 | $2,497,695 | $1,040,724 |
| 2024 | $36,224 | $3,469,039 | $2,448,721 | $1,020,318 |
| 2023 | $35,692 | $3,401,019 | $2,400,707 | $1,000,312 |
| 2022 | $34,961 | $3,334,333 | $2,353,634 | $980,699 |
| 2021 | $34,034 | $3,249,347 | $2,307,485 | $941,862 |
| 2020 | $33,618 | $3,216,029 | $2,283,824 | $932,205 |
| 2019 | $33,016 | $3,152,970 | $2,239,043 | $913,927 |
| 2018 | $32,360 | $3,091,148 | $2,195,141 | $896,007 |
| 2017 | $31,707 | $3,030,538 | $2,152,099 | $878,439 |
| 2016 | $31,092 | $2,971,116 | $2,109,901 | $861,215 |
| 2015 | $21,403 | $2,021,466 | $1,240,010 | $781,456 |
| 2014 | $20,912 | $1,981,869 | $1,215,720 | $766,149 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Shauna Covington
-
Rick Balzer
R
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Rick Balzer
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(949) 499-5900
13 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: LG15017496
APN: 644-404-17
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