2770 Highland Way Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Upper Victoria Beach Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,001
Sq Ft
2,400
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Ocean View
- No HOA
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- El Morro Elementary School Rated A+
- Beamed Ceilings
- Living Room
About This Home
As of January 2023Where the land is high above the sea sits a spectacular beach cottage in the seaside village of Laguna Beach. Built in 1923, when rumrunners used the coves to hide their boats evading federal agents during Prohibition; Mary Pickford & Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. cut the ribbon dedicating Pacific Coast Highway, connecting Newport Beach to Dana Point.
Enjoy this charming 2 Bedroom/2 Bath cottage with gorgeous ocean views from dining, kitchen, living and front deck areas. Large backyard deck area, front deck, single car garage with storage area, separate laundry room, landscaped yard, 2-3 parking spaces in driveway. Approximate 500 steps to stunning Victoria Beach!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,017
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 2,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Property Views
- Ocean
- Hills
Interior Spaces
- 1,001 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Upper Victoria Beach Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 2 / L
- Tax Tract Number 25
- Assessor Parcel Number 65610516
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 7, 2022
Closed on
Jan 4, 2023
Sold by
Zellner Jennifer L
Bought by
Zellner Jeffrey
Seller's Agent
Ann Metzger
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
Nat Ferguson
Splash Real Estate
List Price
$2,150,000
Sold Price
$2,150,000
Views
19
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$364,295
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.90%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,460,617
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,027,819
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 7, 2022
Closed on
Dec 20, 2022
Sold by
Gary Carmel Trust
Bought by
Zellner Jeffrey
Seller's Agent
Ann Metzger
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
Nat Ferguson
Splash Real Estate
List Price
$2,150,000
Sold Price
$2,150,000
Views
19
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,460,617
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,027,819
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 27, 2020
Sold by
Carmell Gary C and Carmell Living Trust
Bought by
Carmell Gary C and Gary Carmell Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 12, 2013
Closed on
Jul 23, 2013
Sold by
Rausch Kathleen G
Bought by
Carmell Gary C and Carmell Roneet
Seller's Agent
Ann Metzger
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
Ann Metzger
The Agency
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,022,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$77,500
-7.05%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.76%
Original Mortgage
$715,750
Interest Rate
1.95%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 2010
Sold by
Rausch Philip T and Rausch Kathleen G
Bought by
Rausch Kathleen G and Kathleen G Rausch Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 6, 2006
Sold by
Rausch Philip T and Rausch Kathleen G
Bought by
Rausch Philip T and Rausch Kathleen G
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 2000
Sold by
Currie Kathleen G and Currie Kathleen G
Bought by
Rausch Philip T and Rausch Kathleen G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,000
Interest Rate
7.82%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 31, 2000
Sold by
Va
Bought by
Hickman Benny Lee and Hickman Catherine Lucille
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,000
Interest Rate
7.82%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | Ticor Title | |
| Grant Deed | $2,150,000 | Ticor Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $1,022,500 | Ticor Title Tustin Orange Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | United Title Company | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | United Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,500,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $715,750 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $285,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $284,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/13/2023 01/13/23 | Sold | $2,150,000 | 0.0% | $2,148 / Sq Ft |
| 12/17/2022 12/17/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/07/2022 12/07/22 | For Sale | $2,150,000 | 0.0% | $2,148 / Sq Ft |
| 06/25/2020 06/25/20 | Rented | $5,000 | -3.8% | -- |
| 05/19/2020 05/19/20 | Price Changed | $5,200 | -5.5% | $5 / Sq Ft |
| 03/02/2020 03/02/20 | For Rent | $5,500 | +12.2% | -- |
| 03/27/2019 03/27/19 | Rented | $4,900 | -2.0% | -- |
| 03/13/2019 03/13/19 | Price Changed | $5,000 | -3.8% | $5 / Sq Ft |
| 02/09/2019 02/09/19 | Price Changed | $5,200 | 0.0% | $5 / Sq Ft |
| 02/09/2019 02/09/19 | For Rent | $5,200 | -5.5% | -- |
| 12/28/2018 12/28/18 | Off Market | $5,500 | -- | -- |
| 11/05/2018 11/05/18 | For Rent | $5,500 | +10.1% | -- |
| 01/13/2016 01/13/16 | Rented | $4,995 | 0.0% | -- |
| 12/06/2015 12/06/15 | For Rent | $4,995 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/10/2013 09/10/13 | Sold | $1,022,500 | -2.6% | $1,023 / Sq Ft |
| 07/20/2013 07/20/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/12/2013 06/12/13 | Price Changed | $1,050,000 | -4.5% | $1,050 / Sq Ft |
| 04/12/2013 04/12/13 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | +7.6% | $1,100 / Sq Ft |
| 03/23/2013 03/23/13 | Off Market | $1,022,500 | -- | -- |
| 03/12/2013 03/12/13 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | -- | $1,100 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $23,017 | $2,193,000 | $2,141,469 | $51,531 |
| 2023 | $13,515 | $1,210,358 | $1,171,088 | $39,270 |
| 2022 | $13,201 | $1,186,626 | $1,148,126 | $38,500 |
| 2021 | $12,889 | $1,163,359 | $1,125,613 | $37,746 |
| 2020 | $12,690 | $1,151,431 | $1,114,072 | $37,359 |
| 2019 | $12,448 | $1,128,854 | $1,092,227 | $36,627 |
| 2018 | $12,191 | $1,106,720 | $1,070,811 | $35,909 |
| 2017 | $11,933 | $1,085,020 | $1,049,815 | $35,205 |
| 2016 | $11,574 | $1,063,746 | $1,029,231 | $34,515 |
| 2015 | $11,496 | $1,047,768 | $1,013,771 | $33,997 |
| 2014 | $11,216 | $1,022,500 | $993,912 | $28,588 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2023
Ann Metzger
The Agency
(949) 698-2082
1 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Nat Ferguson
Splash Real Estate
(562) 761-7165
1 in this area
41 Total Sales
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2020
Alexis D'Amato
Douglas Elliman of California
(949) 698-1948
6 Total Sales
-
F
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Flavia Parrino
Bullock Russell RE Services
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: LG22252135
APN: 656-105-16
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