245 Crescent Bay Dr Laguna Beach, CA 92651
North Laguna NeighborhoodEstimated payment $112,462/month
Total Views
580
4
Beds
5
Baths
6,908
Sq Ft
$2,894
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Ocean Front
- 0.3 Acre Lot
- El Morro Elementary School Rated A+
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- 1-minute walk to Crescent Bay Point Park
About This Home
Magnificently situated on the prized north-western point of Crescent Bay, Chateau du Soleil overlooks the glistening Pacific Ocean, the picturesque curve of Crescent Bay, and a view immortalized countless times in paintings and photographs. This is an extremely rare opportunity to own a legacy estate property with only four previous owners stretching back to the nineteenth century.
Anchoring the estate is an expansive oceanfront lawn and gardens – a unique feature rarely found in oceanfront estates along this coast. This generous space provides a special sense of serenity and offers a level of privacy uncommon in oceanfront living. Whether used for entertaining, relaxing or simply taking in the ever-changing light over the water or whale-watching, the space feels like your own private overlook park.
The views from inside the home are epic - framed by towering two-story 'windows on the Pacific'. With substantial interior square footage and a forward location on the point, the home would be difficult (if not impossible) to replicate under today’s coastal development restrictions. Currently configured as a four-bedroom home with an abundance of additional flexible-use rooms, the floor plan and size easily lend themselves to a variety of configurations depending on the new owner’s needs. Also unusual in oceanfront properties, this home has three oversized garage bays and driveway parking.
For those unfamiliar with Laguna Beach’s Crescent Bay, this stretch of sand is stunningly beautiful and never without something interesting to watch. Waves crash on the tide pools in endlessly interesting patterns, pelicans fly by at eye level as they head back to their nests, colorful umbrellas dot the sand, and the local marine mammal rescue uses this beach to release the seals and sea lions they’ve nursed back to health. It is considered one of the most picturesque spots on the California coast and inspired the artist pilgrimage to the area that established Laguna Beach before the 20th century. Crescent Bay Drive and even this property counts among its owners and residents many of the notable families whose names are still known to this day – Heisler, McKnight, and Florence ‘Pancho’ Barnes.
Chateau du Soleil, 245 Crescent Bay Drive, is a singular offering. Spectacular locale, stunning setting, and the required existing building envelope to satisfy dreams. Rare are estate opportunities like this.
Listing Agent
Compass Brokerage Email: annie.clougherty@compass.com License #01716801 Listed on: 08/18/2025
Co-Listing Agent
Compass Brokerage Email: annie.clougherty@compass.com License #01429647
Open House Schedule
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Wednesday, August 27, 202510:00 am to 1:00 pm8/27/2025 10:00:00 AM +00:008/27/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $42,183
Year Built
- Built in 1981
Lot Details
- 0.3 Acre Lot
- Ocean Front
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Landscaped
- Private Yard
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway Level
Property Views
- White Water Ocean
- Coastline
- Panoramic
- City Lights
- Bluff
Home Design
- Tile Roof
Interior Spaces
- 6,908 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Elevator
- Dual Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- Two Story Ceilings
- Recessed Lighting
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Den
- Bonus Room
- Game Room
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Double Oven
- Gas Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- 5 Full Bathrooms
- Makeup or Vanity Space
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Terrace
- Outdoor Grill
- Wrap Around Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- North Laguna Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 24
- Tax Tract Number 707
- Assessor Parcel Number 05313119
- Seller Considering Concessions
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $42,183 | $4,143,876 | $2,422,784 | $1,721,092 |
| 2024 | $42,183 | $4,062,624 | $2,375,278 | $1,687,346 |
| 2023 | $41,512 | $3,982,965 | $2,328,704 | $1,654,261 |
| 2022 | $40,671 | $3,904,868 | $2,283,043 | $1,621,825 |
| 2021 | $39,832 | $3,828,302 | $2,238,277 | $1,590,025 |
| 2020 | $39,355 | $3,789,048 | $2,215,326 | $1,573,722 |
| 2019 | $38,654 | $3,714,753 | $2,171,888 | $1,542,865 |
| 2018 | $37,887 | $3,641,915 | $2,129,302 | $1,512,613 |
| 2017 | $37,124 | $3,570,505 | $2,087,551 | $1,482,954 |
| 2016 | $36,406 | $3,500,496 | $2,046,619 | $1,453,877 |
| 2015 | $35,845 | $3,447,916 | $2,015,877 | $1,432,039 |
| 2014 | $35,151 | $3,380,377 | $1,976,389 | $1,403,988 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/22/2025 08/22/25 | For Sale | $19,995,000 | -- | $2,894 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $1,000,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: NP25183916
APN: 053-131-19
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