NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $3,136,856 - $3,477,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,264 Sq Ft
$1,476/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 22, 2024

Last sale price $3,095,000 $1,367 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $17,961/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • White Water Ocean Views
  • Private Pool
  • Open Floorplan
  • Top Of The World Elementary School Rated A
  • Fishing
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of February 2024

With an ocean view that seems to stretch beyond what is logically possible, the home at 2925 Zell Drive may have been THE spot where the “Top of the World” neighborhood gained its name. The front-row home benefits from a unique prominent forward position – the adjacent properties seem to melt away, and the chaparral and hills frame a view so broad it stretches from Catalina Island to Newport Coast. The property’s extraordinary size allows for generously sized patios/decks, yard space, and even a swimming pool. Enjoyed by the same family for the last 50 years, the home has been updated several times and carries a comfortable mid-century ranch vibe, but most will choose to make their own mark on this exceptional property. You’ll have close proximity to the award-winning Top of the World Elementary School, the amazing Alta Laguna park with sports courts and fields, trailheads for hiking and biking, and – of course – the beaches, dining, art, and village that make Laguna Beach famous the world over. Whether you choose to sit quietly to contemplate another timeless sunset over Catalina Island or decide on a morning hike along any of the nearby trails, choose 2925 Zell Drive and you’ll always be able to find your own adventure.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Johnson

Compass License #01429647 Listed on: 01/12/2024

Compass

Co-Listed By

Allison Root

Compass License #01368988

Last Buyer's Agent

Andrew Graff

Compass License #02024856

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,125

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available

Property Views

  • White Water Ocean
  • Coastline
  • Catalina
  • Panoramic
  • City Lights

Home Design

  • Cottage

Interior Spaces

  • 2,264 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Private Pool
  • Balcony
  • Wrap Around Porch
  • Patio

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 25
  • Assessor Parcel Number 64112315

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Top Of The World Subdivision

Recreation

  • Fishing
  • Horse Trails
  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,125

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Other Phone Description: MJ Group
  • Other Phone Number: 9492073735
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Top Of The World (TOW)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 64112315
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2264.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: Ground
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1367.05
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Sun
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Panoramic, White Water
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Wrap Around
  • Pool Features: Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Horse Trails, Sidewalks

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

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 14378.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3301

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 14378.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 25

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2025
Sold by
Herdman Bridget Irene and Bhaedhayajibh Bridget Herdman
Bought by
Bridget Herdman Living Trust and Bhaedhayajibh
Current Estimated Value
$3,341,214

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2024
Sold by
Bhaedhayajibh Jeffrey
Bought by
Herdman Bridget

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,720,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 2024
Sold by
Herdman Bridget
Bought by
Bridget Herdman Living Trust and Bhaedhayajibh

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 12, 2024
Closed on
Feb 15, 2024
Sold by
Bhaedhayjibh Jeffrey Kalani
Bought by
Herdman Bridget
Seller's Agent
Michael Johnson
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Graff
Compass
List Price
$3,095,000
Sold Price
$3,095,000
Views
23

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.41%
Original Mortgage
$2,630,750
Interest Rate
6.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 12, 2024
Closed on
Feb 2, 2024
Sold by
Jensen John
Bought by
Herdman Bridget
Seller's Agent
Michael Johnson
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Graff
Compass
List Price
$3,095,000
Sold Price
$3,095,000
Views
23

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,630,750
Interest Rate
6.66%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bridget Herdman Living Trust -- None Listed On Document
Herdman Bridget -- First American Title Company
Herdman Bridget -- First American Title Company
Bridget Herdman Living Trust -- None Listed On Document
Herdman Bridget -- Lawyers Title
Herdman Bridget $3,095,000 Lawyers Title
Jensen John -- Lawyers Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Herdman Bridget $2,720,000
Previous Owner Herdman Bridget $2,630,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/22/2024 02/22/24 Sold $3,095,000 0.0% $1,367 / Sq Ft
01/24/2024 01/24/24 Pending -- -- --
01/13/2024 01/13/24 For Sale $3,095,000 -- $1,367 / 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 $2,125 $3,156,900 $2,952,773 $204,127
2024 $2,125 $136,221 $48,135 $88,086
2023 $2,378 $133,550 $47,191 $86,359
2022 $2,278 $130,932 $46,266 $84,666
2021 $2,179 $128,365 $45,359 $83,006
2020 $2,097 $127,049 $44,894 $82,155
2019 $2,040 $124,558 $44,013 $80,545
2018 $1,986 $122,116 $43,150 $78,966
2017 $1,930 $119,722 $42,304 $77,418
2016 $1,877 $117,375 $41,475 $75,900
2015 $1,940 $115,612 $40,852 $74,760
2014 $1,889 $113,348 $40,052 $73,296
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: LG24007493

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 641-123-15