Patty Wisdom
Realty One Group West
(562) 501-3599
26 Total Sales
1 in North Laguna
$27,500,000 Price
482 High Dr Laguna Beach, CA 92651
North Laguna NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,238,000 - $6,888,000
7
Beds
5
Baths
4,373
Sq Ft
$1,192/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Private Pool
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- El Morro Elementary School Rated A+
- 0.61 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of November 2025For the first time in nearly six decades, this iconic Laguna Beach estate, steeped in history and charm, graces the market.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Plus Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 949-933-7046 License #01082750 Listed on: 02/22/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Lot Details
- 26,776 Sq Ft Lot
- Private Yard
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Driveway
Property Views
- Ocean
- Catalina
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 4,373 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Bar
- Crown Molding
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Laundry in Garage
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- 5 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
Outdoor Features
- Private Pool
- Balcony
- Exterior Lighting
Additional Features
- Suburban Location
- Central Heating
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3
- Tax Tract Number 2883
- Assessor Parcel Number 49604143
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- North Laguna Subdivision
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 22, 2025
Closed on
Nov 7, 2025
Sold by
Drexelius Family Trust and Drexelius Richard J
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Robert Giem
Plus Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Fay Abed
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$14,900,000
Sold Price
$12,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,400,000
-16.11%
Views
196
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$7,288,172
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-68.37%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 7, 2017
Sold by
The Argus Limied Partnership
Bought by
Drexelius Richard J and Drexelius Virginia L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,000
Interest Rate
4.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 25, 2000
Sold by
The Argus Ltd Partnership
Bought by
Drexelius Richard J and Drexelius Virginia L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
8.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 6, 1995
Sold by
Drexelius Richard J and Drexelius Virginia L
Bought by
The Argus Ltd Partnership
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Patty Wisdom
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Bob Chapman
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $12,500,000 | Lawyers Title Company | ||
| Drexelius Richard J | -- | None Available | |
| Drexelius Richard J | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| The Argus Ltd Partnership | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $255,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Drexelius Richard J | $250,150 | |
| Previous Owner | Drexelius Richard J | $252,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Drexelius Richard J | $200,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 11/21/25 | Sold | $12,500,000 | -6.7% | $2,858 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2025 06/17/25 | Price Changed | $13,400,000 | -10.1% | $3,064 / Sq Ft |
| 02/22/2025 02/22/25 | For Sale | $14,900,000 | 0.0% | $3,407 / Sq Ft |
| 03/21/2016 03/21/16 | Rented | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/11/2016 03/11/16 | For Rent | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/11/2016 03/11/16 | Rented | $3,000 | -- | -- |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,012 | $11,000,000 | $10,000,000 | $1,000,000 |
| 2025 | $3,896 | $292,067 | $156,917 | $135,150 |
| 2024 | $3,896 | $286,341 | $153,841 | $132,500 |
| 2023 | $4,104 | $280,727 | $150,825 | $129,902 |
| 2022 | $3,966 | $275,223 | $147,868 | $127,355 |
| 2021 | $3,831 | $269,827 | $144,969 | $124,858 |
| 2020 | $3,726 | $267,061 | $143,483 | $123,578 |
| 2019 | $3,638 | $261,825 | $140,670 | $121,155 |
| 2018 | $3,552 | $256,692 | $137,912 | $118,780 |
| 2017 | $3,463 | $251,659 | $135,208 | $116,451 |
| 2016 | $4,070 | $246,725 | $132,557 | $114,168 |
| 2015 | $4,546 | $243,019 | $130,565 | $112,454 |
| 2014 | $4,396 | $238,259 | $128,007 | $110,252 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Robert Giem
RG
Seller's Agent in 2025
Robert Giem
Plus Real Estate
(949) 933-7046
2 in this area
43 Total Sales
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Fay Abed
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Fay Abed
Coldwell Banker Realty
(714) 374-4459
1 in this area
27 Total Sales
-
Danielle Purcell
Seller's Agent in 2016
Danielle Purcell
Team Laguna Inc
(949) 874-3363
11 in this area
85 Total Sales
-
Dustin Janisch
Seller's Agent in 2016
Dustin Janisch
Coldwell Banker Realty
(949) 296-5906
14 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: NP25033573
APN: 496-041-43
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