$1,810,000
SOLD JUN 11, 2012
2 Beds
3 Baths
2,586 Sq Ft
6,100 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$700 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • White Water Ocean Views
  • Gunite Pool
  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • El Morro Elementary School Rated A+
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of November 2019

Nestled into a pristine hillside sits this jewel of a home in Laguna Beach that boasts the most stunning panoramic coastline, whitewater, Catalina sunsets ocean views. Located on a quiet cul de sac in much sought after North Laguna this contemporary styled cottage with secluded private pool makes you feel as if you are in the South of France. Backing up to thousands of acres of nature preserve only adds to the ambience when combined with the breathtaking ocean views. Truly an oasis of tranquility yet surprising close in to be able to walk to the finest beaches in Southern California. Feel the warmth of this lovingly cared for home with remodeled kitchen and baths surrounded by lush vibrant gardens that come alive with color. This one is really special!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Johnson

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00787688 Listed on: 04/22/2012

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Carolyn Menconi

DOUGLAS ELLIMAN OF CALIFORNIA, INC. License #00855141

Last Buyer's Agent

Patty Cudlip

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00604419

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $40,140

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 6,100 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Two Garage Doors

Property Views

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

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Shingle Roof
  • Tar and Gravel Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,586 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Tile Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Pool

  • Gunite Pool

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Sewer Paid

Community Details

  • Custom

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6
  • Tax Tract Number 1278
  • Assessor Parcel Number 05314102

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$40,140

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Assessments: No
  • Other Phone Description: Preferred
  • Other Phone Number: 949-734-6262
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: North Laguna
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R1
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 05314102
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2586.00
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Electric, Gas, Wood Burning
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 699.92
  • Room Type: Living Room, Main Floor Master Bedroom

Exterior Features

  • Patio: No
  • View: Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic, White Water
  • Fence: No
  • Pool Features: Gunite
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle, Tar/Gravel
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Garage - Two Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Sprinklers: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: No
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: Laguna Beach Unified

Lot Info

  • Land Lease Purchase: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6100.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1400

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6100.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 6
  • Tax Tract Number: 1278

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2022
Sold by
Sumner Family Trust
Bought by
Sumner George D and Sumner Lauren P
Current Estimated Value
$5,450,113

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
5.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 17, 2019
Closed on
Nov 18, 2019
Sold by
Sophie Made Llc
Bought by
Sumner George D and Sumner Lauren P
Seller's Agent
Carolyn Menconi
DOUGLAS ELLIMAN OF CALIFORNIA, INC.
Buyer's Agent
Michael Carpenter
Compass
List Price
$3,699,000
Sold Price
$3,595,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$104,000
-2.81%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.12%
Original Mortgage
$2,850,000
Interest Rate
3.6%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 2017
Sold by
Dong Shuyuan and Zhang Halyan
Bought by
Sophie Made Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2016
Sold by
Hanyang Llc
Bought by
Shuyuan Dong

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2012
Closed on
May 23, 2012
Sold by
Bovenizer John G F and Bovenizer Helma L
Bought by
Hanyang Llc
Seller's Agent
Brian Johnson
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Patty Cudlip
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$2,025,000
Sold Price
$1,810,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$215,000
-10.62%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.53%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 2005
Sold by
Bovenizer John G and Bovenizer Helma
Bought by
Bovenizer John G F and Bovenizer Helma L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2001
Sold by
Schwartz Mark A and Schwartz Kathryn M
Bought by
Bovenizer John G and Bovenizer Helma

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 2001
Sold by
Schwartz Mark A
Bought by
Schwartz Mark A and Schwartz Kathryn M
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $3,595,000 California Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed $2,100,000 None Available
Grant Deed $1,810,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $975,000 First American Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $535,000 New Conventional
Closed $500,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $2,848,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $2,850,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $500,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $249,999 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/27/2019 11/27/19 Sold $3,595,000 -2.8% $1,354 / Sq Ft
09/27/2019 09/27/19 For Sale $3,699,000 +2.9% $1,393 / Sq Ft
09/24/2019 09/24/19 Off Market $3,595,000 -- --
06/17/2019 06/17/19 For Sale $3,699,000 +104.4% $1,393 / Sq Ft
06/11/2012 06/11/12 Sold $1,810,000 -10.6% $700 / Sq Ft
04/22/2012 04/22/12 For Sale $2,025,000 -- $783 / 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 $40,140 $3,931,655 $3,513,423 $418,232
2024 $40,140 $3,854,564 $3,444,532 $410,032
2023 $39,518 $3,778,985 $3,376,992 $401,993
2022 $38,716 $3,704,888 $3,310,777 $394,111
2021 $37,915 $3,632,244 $3,245,860 $386,384
2020 $37,459 $3,595,000 $3,212,577 $382,423
2019 $26,879 $2,548,980 $2,201,170 $347,810
2018 $26,342 $2,499,000 $2,158,009 $340,991
2017 $22,676 $2,142,000 $1,791,930 $350,070
2016 $20,910 $1,920,482 $1,567,303 $353,179
2015 $20,864 $1,891,635 $1,543,761 $347,874
2014 $20,481 $1,854,581 $1,513,521 $341,060
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: L38674

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 053-141-02