420 Alta Vista Way Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Alta Vista NeighborhoodEstimated payment $36,459/month
Total Views
28,169
5
Beds
5
Baths
5,000
Sq Ft
$1,199
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- 0.18 Acre Lot
- El Morro Elementary School Rated A+
- Ocean Side of Freeway
- Maid or Guest Quarters
About This Home
Perched in a prime Lower Alta Vista location, this stunning contemporary masterpiece offers breathtaking panoramic ocean views and an unrivaled sense of tranquility. Designed and reimagined by its architect-owner, this home seamlessly blends striking modern design with warm, Zen-inspired elements.
From the moment you step through the opaque glass entry doors, you're welcomed by a lush garden courtyard with a serene water feature, setting the tone for the peaceful retreat within. Inside, soaring ceilings and walls of glass showcase the expansive coastline views, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.
The main level features a grand living and dining space, an open-concept granite kitchen, and an expansive ocean-view deck—perfect for entertaining or unwinding as the sun sets over the Pacific. A spacious ground-floor suite offers flexibility, whether for guests, a nanny’s quarters, or a private retreat. The finished garage, complete with an enclosed workshop, provides additional functionality.
With a rare abundance of parking—an attached two-car garage plus driveway space for up to five cars—this is an extraordinary opportunity to own a meticulously crafted sanctuary in one of Laguna’s most coveted neighborhoods. Located just a short distance from iconic Victoria Beach, this home offers exceptional privacy while being moments from Laguna’s vibrant culture and coastline. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a stunning architectural masterpiece with breathtaking ocean views.
Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Brokerage Phone: 949-412-8088 License #00991380 Listed on: 02/03/2025
Co-Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Brokerage Phone: 949-412-8088 License #02109969
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $48,562
Year Built
- Built in 2005 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 7,750 Sq Ft Lot
- Corner Lot
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- 4 Open Parking Spaces
Property Views
- Ocean
- Coastline
- Panoramic
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Modern Architecture
- Split Level Home
- Turnkey
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 5,000 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Formal Entry
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Wood Flooring
- Six Burner Stove
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- 5 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Ocean Side of Freeway
- Deck
- Patio
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Central Heating
- 220 Volts in Garage
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Upper Victoria Beach Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 20 / 656
- Tax Tract Number 144
- Assessor Parcel Number 65614420
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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 | $48,562 | $4,777,351 | $3,419,024 | $1,358,327 |
| 2024 | $48,562 | $4,683,678 | $3,351,984 | $1,331,694 |
| 2023 | $47,747 | $4,591,842 | $3,286,259 | $1,305,583 |
| 2022 | $46,790 | $4,501,806 | $3,221,822 | $1,279,984 |
| 2021 | $45,835 | $4,413,536 | $3,158,649 | $1,254,887 |
| 2020 | $45,297 | $4,368,281 | $3,126,261 | $1,242,020 |
| 2019 | $44,495 | $4,282,629 | $3,064,962 | $1,217,667 |
| 2018 | $43,616 | $4,198,656 | $3,004,864 | $1,193,792 |
| 2017 | $42,742 | $4,116,330 | $2,945,945 | $1,170,385 |
| 2016 | $41,921 | $4,035,618 | $2,888,181 | $1,147,437 |
| 2015 | $41,279 | $3,975,000 | $2,844,798 | $1,130,202 |
| 2014 | $11,880 | $1,094,739 | $273,484 | $821,255 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | Price Changed | $5,995,000 | -7.8% | $1,199 / Sq Ft |
| 02/03/2025 02/03/25 | For Sale | $6,500,000 | +63.5% | $1,300 / Sq Ft |
| 11/09/2014 11/09/14 | Sold | $3,975,000 | -7.5% | $795 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2014 09/11/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/03/2014 08/03/14 | For Sale | $4,299,000 | -- | $860 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $3,975,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Southland Title Corporation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Southland Title Corporation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
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| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $2,500,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $2,520,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $2,473,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,440,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,421,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,400,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $1,300,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $630,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $300,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: LG25024975
APN: 656-144-20
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