$9,250,000
SOLD SEP 12, 2025
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,767 Sq Ft
5,568 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$2,456 Per Sq Ft

15% Below List Price

111 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Front
  • Marina
  • Property has ocean access
  • El Morro Elementary School Rated A+
  • Ocean View
  • Detached Guest House

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to 28 Surfspray Bluff, in the Nautilus community of Crystal Cove. Experience the ultimate privacy and sit down Catalina & Ocean views from both downstairs and upstairs of this Santa Barbara inspired residence. As you enter the property through a private gated entry, the walkway opens to a lush courtyard with the sounds of a bubbling fountain. A series of French doors lead to a separate casita, as well as the main home, where the rooms are light and bright, spacious, and open to ocean views. This Plan 2 features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths including a detached private casita and an upstairs media/office room. As you enter the welcoming great room, you will notice the huge kitchen center island, the central fireplace, and the rich wood custom built-ins and cabinetry. The chef's kitchen has exquisite granite counter tops, custom back splashes, a Thermador professional 6 burner gas cook top and double ovens.
A large wine fridge with 2 freezer drawers below is located near the huge walk-in pantry, plus 2 refrigerator drawers in the cabinets along with other top of the line stainless steel appliances. Beautiful travertine floors and wood floors are in the downstairs living areas, keeping maintenance at a minimum. All the homes bedrooms have their own private attached baths, and the primary suite has huge views of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island. This barely lived in home offers resort style living at its very finest with covered patio dining, a fireplace & private spa, outside BBQ, soothing fountain and so much more, plus a 3-car garage. This property is in a 24-hour guard gated community with walking distance to one of the State's most beautiful beaches & Crystal Cove Promenade, with shops & great restaurants. Residents may also enjoy the amenities of the Canyon Club, featuring a Jr. Olympic pool, fitness room, community room, 3 tennis courts and a basketball court.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Denine Kerns

Douglas Elliman Of California Brokerage Phone: 949-689-7078 License #01248229 Listed on: 04/02/2025

Douglas Elliman Of California

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Rios

Douglas Elliman of California License #02178419

Douglas Elliman of California

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $46,016

Year Built

  • Built in 2005 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 5,568 Sq Ft Lot
  • Beach Front
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Northeast Facing Home
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Stucco Fence
  • Fence is in excellent condition
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Secluded Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Corners Of The Lot Have Been Marked
  • Front and Side Yard Sprinklers
  • Wooded Lot
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

HOA Fees

  • $892 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Driveway Level
  • On-Street Parking
  • Parking Lot
  • Metered Parking
  • Controlled Entrance

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Coastline
  • Harbor
  • Catalina
  • City Lights
  • Woods
  • Mountain
  • Hills
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Patio Home
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Planned Development
  • Slab Foundation
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Interior Block Wall
  • Spanish Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,767 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wired For Data
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Raised Hearth
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Awning
  • Insulated Windows
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Blinds
  • French Mullion Window
  • Casement Windows
  • Window Screens
  • French Doors
  • Formal Entry
  • Wine Cellar
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • L-Shaped Dining Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Game Room
  • Workshop
  • Storage
  • Utility Room
  • Sauna
  • Center Hall

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Country Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Double Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Indoor Grill
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Range Hood
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Warming Drawer
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Tile Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet
  • Disposal
  • Fireplace in Kitchen

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Double Master Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dressing Area
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • Upgraded Bathroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Stone Bathroom Countertops
  • Makeup or Vanity Space
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Private Water Closet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom
  • Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

  • Alarm System
  • Security Lights
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System
  • Firewall

Accessible Home Design

  • Halls are 36 inches wide or more
  • Accessibility Features
  • Doors swing in
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Entry Slope Less Than 1 Foot
  • Low Pile Carpeting
  • Accessible Parking

Pool

  • Cabana
  • Heated Spa
  • Above Ground Spa
  • Fiberglass Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Property has ocean access
  • Ocean Side of Freeway
  • Balcony
  • Wrap Around Porch
  • Fireplace in Patio
  • Open Patio
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters

Location

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

Schools

  • El Morro Elementary School
  • Thurston Middle School
  • Laguna Beach High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Powered By Gas
  • High Efficiency Air Conditioning
  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • 220 Volts For Spa
  • 220 Volts in Garage
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Water Heater
  • Sewer Paid
  • Phone System
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Stand-alone solar
  • Detached Guest House

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 14
  • Tax Tract Number 16425
  • Assessor Parcel Number 48909114
  • $46,016 per year additional tax assessments
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Crystal Cove Community Asso. Association, Phone Number (949) 448-6000
  • First Service Mngmt Co. HOA
  • Built by John Laing Homes
  • Nautilus Subdivision, Residence 2 Floorplan
  • Maintained Community
  • Foothills
  • Mountainous Community
  • Property is near a preserve or public land

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Fishing
  • Park
  • Water Sports
  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Security

  • 24-Hour Security

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$46,016

Year Built

Built in 2005 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$892 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved, Privately Maintained
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Gated with Attendant, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Closed Circuit Camera(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Fire Rated Drywall, Fire Sprinkler System, Firewall(s), Gated Community, Gated with Guard, Guarded, Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Wired for Alarm System
  • Subdivision Name Other: Nautilus (CCNA)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean, Spanish
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 48909114
  • Year Built: 2005
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3767.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Block Walls, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Phone System, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Storage, Tile Counters, Unfurnished, Wired for Data
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits, 36 Inch Or More Wide Halls, Disability Features, Doors - Swing In, Entry Slope Less Than 1 Foot, Low Pile Carpeting, Parking
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: French Doors, Mirror Closet Door(s)
  • Eating Area: Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Dining Ell, Family Kitchen, In Family Room, Dining Room, In Kitchen, In Living Room, Separated, Country Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Outside, Patio, Gas, Gas Starter, Free Standing, Raised Hearth
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 2455.53
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Center Hall, Den, Dressing Area, Family Room, Formal Entry, Foyer, Game Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Office, Recreation, Sauna, Separate Family Room, Two Primaries, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Wine Cellar, Workshop
  • Spa Features: Private, Above Ground, Fiberglass, Heated
  • Window Features: Blinds, Casement Windows, Custom Covering, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, French/Mullioned, Insulated Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens, Shutters
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Closet In Bathroom, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Exhaust Fan(s), Linen Closet/Storage, Main Floor Full Bath, Privacy Toilet Door, Separate Tub And Shower, Soaking Tub, Stone Counters, Upgraded, Vanity Area, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Built-In Trash/Recycling, Butler's Pantry, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Stone Counters, Walk-In Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Direction Faces: Northeast
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Guest House Detached, Storage
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Barbecue Private, Lighting, Rain Gutters
  • View: Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Harbor, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Ocean, Trees/Woods, Water
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block, Excellent Condition, Good Condition, Stucco Wall, Wrought Iron
  • Builder Name: John Laing Homes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Cabana, Covered, Deck, Patio, Patio Open, Porch, Rear Porch, Stone, Terrace, Wrap Around
  • Pool Features: Association, Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Spanish Tile
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking Features: Built-In Storage, Controlled Entrance, Covered, Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Driveway Level, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Two Door, Metered, Parking Space, Private, Side by Side, Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 7.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 4.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Barbecue, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Disposal, Gas & Electric Range, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Indoor Grill, Hot Water Circulator, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Warming Drawer, Water Heater
  • Electric: 220 Volts For Spa, 220 Volts in Garage, 220 Volts in Laundry, Electricity - On Property, Photovoltaics Stand-Alone
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, Upper Level, Washer Hookup, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air, Gas, High Efficiency, Zoned
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Playground, Hiking Trails, Maintenance Grounds
  • Association Fee: 892.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Crystal Cove Community Asso.
  • Phone: 949-448-6000
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Planned Development
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Fishing, Foothills, Golf, Hiking, Gutters, Park, Watersports, Mountainous, Preserve/Public Land, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban
  • Association Management: First Service Mngmt Co.

Schools

  • School District: Laguna Beach Unified
  • Elementary School: El Morro
  • Middle School: Thurston
  • High School: Laguna Beach
  • Elementary School: El Morro
  • High School: Laguna Beach
  • Middle Or Junior School: Thurston
  • Elementary School #2: ELMOR
  • High School2: LAGBEA

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Corner Lot, Corners Marked, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Lawn, Level with Street, Rectangular Lot, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby, Patio Home, Secluded, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers Manual, Sprinklers On Side, Treed Lot, Walkstreet, Yard
  • Lot Size: 5568
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5568.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1278
  • Latitude Manual: 33.57225200

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 5568.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 40
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Beach Front, Fishing in Community, Marina in Community, Ocean Access, Ocean Side of Freeway

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 626.43
  • Tax Lot: 14
  • Tax Tract Number: 16425
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 46016.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2023
Sold by
Young Trust
Bought by
Young Trust and Young

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 2005
Sold by
Wl Homes Llc
Bought by
Young James H and Young Pamela L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,183,000
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $3,182,500 Fidelity National Title-Buil
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $7,380,000 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Previous Owner $2,271,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $495,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $2,200,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $2,183,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/12/2025 09/12/25 Sold $9,250,000 -7.5% $2,456 / Sq Ft
07/23/2025 07/23/25 Pending -- -- --
07/04/2025 07/04/25 Price Changed $9,995,000 -6.2% $2,653 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Price Changed $10,650,000 -2.3% $2,827 / Sq Ft
04/02/2025 04/02/25 For Sale $10,900,000 -- $2,894 / 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 $46,016 $10,500,000 $9,243,875 $1,256,125
2024 $46,016 $4,288,443 $3,334,764 $953,679
2023 $44,966 $4,204,356 $3,269,376 $934,980
2022 $44,125 $4,121,918 $3,205,270 $916,648
2021 $43,158 $4,041,097 $3,142,422 $898,675
2020 $42,758 $3,999,661 $3,110,200 $889,461
2019 $42,019 $3,921,237 $3,049,216 $872,021
2018 $41,216 $3,844,350 $2,989,427 $854,923
2017 $40,555 $3,768,971 $2,930,811 $838,160
2016 $40,104 $3,695,070 $2,873,344 $821,726
2015 $39,537 $3,639,567 $2,830,184 $809,383
2014 $38,796 $3,568,273 $2,774,744 $793,529
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: NP25069094

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 489-091-14