$2,050,000
SOLD JUN 30, 2025
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,863 Sq Ft
4,500 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,100 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Guest House
  • Open Floorplan
  • El Morro Elementary School Rated A+
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture

About This Home

As of June 2025

Live the Laguna Beach Dream – Steps from Shaw’s Cove. Welcome to the heart of coastal luxury and artistic charm – a rare duplex offering nestled in highly coveted North Laguna Beach, just a short stroll from the iconic Shaw’s Cove, one of the most picturesque and beloved beaches in town. Here, the turquoise waves, golden sands, and rugged cliffs become your everyday backdrop – an irresistible invitation to start and end your day with nature’s masterpiece.This stunning property blends the timeless appeal of mid-century modern architecture with thoughtful contemporary upgrades, creating two distinct, desirable living spaces that offer comfort, style, and coastal serenity. Front Unit: Modern Beachside Elegance. Step into a beautifully remodeled 2 bed / 2 bath home where every detail is designed for effortless living. The all-new kitchen shines with white cabinetry, luxurious quartzite countertops, and stainless steel appliances—perfect for entertaining or relaxed everyday meals. Light flows across the new luxury vinyl plank floors, connecting the open layout with warmth and sophistication. Thoughtful finishes and clean lines echo the home’s mid-century soul, all just a short walk from the sand. Rear Unit: Coastal Views & Classic Charm. Perched to take in sweeping ocean and coastline views, the 1 bed / 1 bath rear unit is equally inviting. The original Douglas fir hardwood floors add warmth and character, while the expansive deck invites morning coffee with a view or sunset gatherings over the Pacific. The floor plan is open and airy, offering a tranquil retreat or an ideal rental opportunity. Live Where Art Meets Ocean. Laguna Beach is more than a destination—it’s a lifestyle. From the world-famous Pageant of the Masters to dozens of galleries that line the streets, art is in the very fabric of this community. Enjoy brunch at oceanfront cafes, dinner at acclaimed restaurants, or cocktails under the stars—all just minutes from your door. With boutique shopping, vibrant nightlife, and hiking trails winding through coastal canyons, Laguna Beach offers an unmatched blend of beauty, culture, and coastal living. Whether you’re seeking a smart investment, a beachside escape, or a place to call home, this exceptional duplex offers the best of it all. Come experience it in person—this is the Laguna Beach lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steve High

Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty Brokerage Phone: 949-874-4724 License #00936421 Listed on: 05/23/2025

Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty

Co-Listed By

Christopher Cumming

Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty Brokerage Phone: 949-874-4724 License #01956488

Last Buyer's Agent

Jineng Wei

Universal Elite Inc. License #02008399

Universal Elite Inc.

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 4,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • No Common Walls
  • Vinyl Fence
  • Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Attached Carport
  • Parking Available
  • Rear-Facing Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Coastline

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Raised Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,863 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Jalousie or louvered window
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Vinyl Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Ceramic Countertops
  • Self-Closing Cabinet Doors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Utilities

  • Wall Furnace
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Sewer Paid
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Guest House

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units
  • North Laguna Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 1 / H
  • Tax Tract Number 481
  • Assessor Parcel Number 05314327
  • $1 per year additional tax assessments

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Duplex
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name Other: North Laguna (NL)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 05314327
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1863.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceramic Counters, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1100.38
  • Room Type: Family Room, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Window Features: Jalousies/Louvered
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open To Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-Closing Cabinet Doors

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Other Structures: Guest House
  • View: Coastline, Ocean
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Vinyl
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Asphalt, Flat
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, Covered, Garage Faces Rear
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Wall Furnace
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Storm Drains

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4500.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1033

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 4500.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: H
  • Tax Census Tract: 626.56
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 481
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 1.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2025
Closed on
Jun 4, 2025
Sold by
Zelarney Family Trust and Zelarney Stephen E
Bought by
Guo Yan and Xu Cuirong
Seller's Agent
Steve High
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jineng Wei
Universal Elite Inc.
List Price
$2,095,000
Sold Price
$2,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-2.15%
Views
31
Current Estimated Value
$2,321,866

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$271,866
Avg. Annual Appreciation
27.06%
Original Mortgage
$1,604,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,599,882
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$721,984

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2023
Sold by
Zelarney Family Trust
Bought by
Zelarney Family Trust and Zelarney

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2018
Sold by
Zalarney Frank R
Bought by
Zelarney Frank R
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,050,000 Chicago Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,604,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $2,050,000 -2.1% $1,100 / Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $2,095,000 0.0% $1,125 / Sq Ft
05/29/2018 05/29/18 Rented $2,600 +4.0% --
05/09/2018 05/09/18 For Rent $2,500 +6.4% --
11/01/2015 11/01/15 Rented $2,350 0.0% --
09/28/2015 09/28/15 For Rent $2,350 -- --
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 $29,660 $2,805,000 $2,688,235 $116,765
2024 $29,660 $2,750,000 $2,635,524 $114,476
2023 $3,820 $165,844 $92,395 $73,449
2022 $3,647 $162,593 $90,584 $72,009
2021 $3,479 $159,405 $88,807 $70,598
2020 $3,333 $157,771 $87,896 $69,875
2019 $3,233 $154,678 $86,173 $68,505
2018 $3,143 $151,646 $84,484 $67,162
2017 $3,048 $148,673 $82,827 $65,846
2016 $2,957 $145,758 $81,203 $64,555
2015 $2,875 $143,569 $79,983 $63,586
2014 $2,798 $140,757 $78,416 $62,341
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: LG25115596

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 053-143-27