NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $5,456,000 - $6,721,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,662 Sq Ft
$1,636/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold January 28, 2022

Last sale price $5,250,000 $3,159 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $39,417/month

301 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Front
  • White Water Ocean Views
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Top Of The World Elementary School Rated A
  • Property has ocean access
  • Primary Bedroom Suite

About This Home

As of January 2022

Must see to believe this one of a kind combination of the ultimate beachfront location and spectacular views. Feel crashing waves from the huge wrap around deck overlooking the incredible Bluebird Beach. Enjoy glorious sunrises while watching surfers brave the majestic rock outcropping from your oversized master bedroom, and toast the sunset over Catalina Island in the evening. This total remodel is luxury beach living at its finest. Features spa-like bathrooms with heated floors and towel warmer, full size laundry, and a gourmet kitchen with massive island. Perfect for entertaining. This roomy three bedroom two and one half bath home is sure to wow.

MORE: Automated, Alexa and/or mobile app controlled devices throughout such as smart thermostat, lighting, security system, interior and exterior cameras. Most home functions controllable from your mobile device or by voice commands to the Alexa device. Full home alarm protection. Custom storage and closets throughout. Handmade cabinets of walnut and high gloss white. Kitchen boasts deep pull out pantries, cabinets along entire wall, high end newer appliances, massive island with storage all the way around. Master closets are all custom designed and constructed. Has a custom, revolving shoe closet and a hidden office with slide back doors and a drop down desk so you can gaze at the waves while you work.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Molly Zurflueh

Molly Zurflueh, Broker License #01990105 Listed on: 02/06/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Dave Csira

Cove Canyon Realty License #01491451

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $56,449

Year Built

  • Built in 1962 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • Beach Front
  • Property fronts a highway
  • End Unit
  • 1 Common Wall
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Landscaped

HOA Fees

  • $1,636 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Parking Available
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Automatic Gate
  • Guest Parking
  • Parking Lot
  • Assigned Parking
  • Controlled Entrance
  • Community Parking Structure

Property Views

  • White Water Ocean
  • Coastline
  • Catalina
  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Bluff
  • Views of a landmark
  • Hills
  • Pool
  • Rock

Home Design

  • Turnkey
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Partial Copper Plumbing
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,662 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wired For Data
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Dry Bar
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Insulated Windows
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Sliding Doors
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors
  • Entryway
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Living Room Balcony
  • Home Office
  • Stone Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Retreat
  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Heated Floor in Bathroom
  • Quartz Bathroom Countertops
  • Bidet
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub
  • Multiple Shower Heads
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Security Lights
  • Smart Home
  • Pest Guard System

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gas Heated Pool
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Property has ocean access
  • Ocean Side of Highway 1
  • Wrap Around Porch
  • Open Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Suburban Location

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • High Efficiency Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • High-Efficiency Water Heater
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Water Purifier
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Earthquake Insurance Required
  • Legal Lot and Block 8 / 47
  • Tax Tract Number 415
  • Assessor Parcel Number 89520005

Community Details

Overview

  • 32 Units
  • Laguna Sands HOA, Phone Number (949) 833-2600
  • Keystone Pacific Property Mgmt HOA
  • Lower Bluebird Subdivision
  • Maintained Community

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Meeting Room
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Water Sports

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pet Restriction

Security

  • Security Service
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Card or Code Access
  • Gated Community
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$56,449

Year Built

Built in 1962 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,636 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Other Phone Description: office
  • Other Phone Number: 949-218-1325
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type: Highway
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Automatic Gate, Card/Code Access, Fire and Smoke Detection System, Gated Community, Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Lower Bluebird (LB)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 89520005
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1662.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Bar, Built-in Features, Copper Plumbing Partial, Dry Bar, Home Automation System, Living Room Balcony, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Wired for Data
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: second floor
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall, End Unit
  • Flooring: Stone
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, Mirror Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 3158.84
  • Room Type: Entry, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Suite, Office, Retreat
  • Window Features: Custom Covering, Drapes, Insulated Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Bidet, Double Sinks In Bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Dual Shower Heads (or Multiple), Exhaust Fan(s), Heated Floor, Linen Closet/Storage, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Soaking Tub, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-Closing Cabinet Doors, Self-Closing Drawers

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
  • View: Bluff, Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Hills, Landmark, Ocean, Panoramic, Pool, Rocks, Water, White Water
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wrought Iron
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Patio Open, Wrap Around
  • Pool Features: Community, Fenced, Heated, Gas Heat, In Ground, Salt Water
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Flat
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Built-In Storage, Community Structure, Controlled Entrance, Direct Garage Access, Concrete, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Gated, Guest, On Site, Parking Space, Private, Structure
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Gas & Electric Range, Gas Range, High Efficiency Water Heater, Hot Water Circulator, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator, Water Purifier
  • Heating Type: ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Forced Air, High Efficiency
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Picnic Area, Pest Control, Meeting Room, Storage, Earthquake Insurance, Gas, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Sewer, Water, Pet Rules, Pets Permitted, Management, Security, Controlled Access
  • Association Fee: 1636.43
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Laguna Sands HOA
  • Phone: (949) 833-2600
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Watersports, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban
  • Association Management: Keystone Pacific Property Mgmt

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
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby
  • Latitude Manual: 33.52981300

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: Yes
  • Number Of Units In Community: 32
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Beach Front, Ocean Access, Ocean Front, Ocean Side Of Highway 1, Sea Front

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 47
  • Tax Census Tract: 626.19
  • Tax Lot: 8
  • Tax Tract Number: 415

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 6, 2021
Closed on
Dec 17, 2021
Sold by
Molly Zurflueh
Bought by
Carpenter Gordon Gregory
Seller's Agent
Molly Zurflueh
Molly Zurflueh, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Dave Csira
Cove Canyon Realty
List Price
$5,900,000
Sold Price
$5,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$650,000
-11.02%
Current Estimated Value
$6,208,310

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$958,310
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.23%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 6, 2021
Closed on
Dec 14, 2021
Sold by
Gregory Carpenter Gordon
Bought by
Summa Joseph and Summa Grey
Seller's Agent
Molly Zurflueh
Molly Zurflueh, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Dave Csira
Cove Canyon Realty
List Price
$5,900,000
Sold Price
$5,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$650,000
-11.02%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2015
Sold by
Stipanich Neil C and Stipanich Ann A
Bought by
Carpenter Gordon Gregory

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,200,000
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 2003
Sold by
Shorr Jay Albert and Shorr Betty Jean
Bought by
Stipanich Neil C and Stipanich Ann A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2003
Sold by
Shorr Jay Albert and Shorr Betty Jean
Bought by
Laguna Sands Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 2003
Sold by
Laguna Sands Inc
Bought by
Shorr Jay Albert and Shorr Betty Jean

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 2000
Sold by
Shorr Betty Jean
Bought by
Shorr Jay Albert and Shorr Betty Jean
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Carpenter Gordon Gregory -- First American Title
Summa Joseph $5,250,000 First American Title
Carpenter Gordon Gregory $3,700,000 Chicago Title Company
Stipanich Neil C $2,275,000 Chicago Title Co
Laguna Sands Inc -- First American Title Co
Shorr Jay Albert -- First American Title Co
Shorr Jay Albert -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Carpenter Gordon Gregory $2,200,000
Previous Owner Shorr Jay $512,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/28/2022 01/28/22 Sold $5,250,000 -11.0% $3,159 / Sq Ft
12/04/2021 12/04/21 Pending -- -- --
11/26/2021 11/26/21 For Sale $5,900,000 +12.4% $3,550 / Sq Ft
11/12/2021 11/12/21 Off Market $5,250,000 -- --
02/06/2021 02/06/21 For Sale $5,900,000 -- $3,550 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $56,449 $5,571,342 $5,306,040 $265,302
2024 $56,449 $5,462,100 $5,202,000 $260,100
2023 $55,123 $5,355,000 $5,100,000 $255,000
2022 $32,509 $3,123,452 $2,956,126 $167,326
2021 $31,784 $3,062,208 $2,898,162 $164,046
2020 $41,293 $4,004,998 $3,839,110 $165,888
2019 $40,561 $3,926,469 $3,763,833 $162,636
2018 $39,758 $3,849,480 $3,690,032 $159,448
2017 $38,960 $3,774,000 $3,617,678 $156,322
2016 $38,209 $3,700,000 $3,546,743 $153,257
2015 $28,509 $2,741,583 $2,596,719 $144,864
2014 $27,953 $2,687,880 $2,545,853 $142,027
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: LG21022201

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 895-200-05