Seller's Agent in 2025
Michael La Riche
Coldwell Banker Realty
(949) 290-7594
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
515 Poplar St Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Main Beach Neighborhood
3
Beds
4
Baths
2,934
Sq Ft
$1,968
Price per Sq Ft
About This Home
As of December 2023Welcome to 515 Poplar, the epitome of modern luxury living nestled in the heart of Laguna Beach Village with abundant ocean, canyon and city views from both levels of the home. This beautifully designed residence is located on a desirable North Laguna tree street. The property represents an unparalleled opportunity to enjoy the California lifestyle next to both downtown and the ocean as it is uniquely situated within a 7 minute walking radius to the beach, Urth Café, Whole Foods and the Forest Avenue pedestrian street. Upon entering the home, you're greeted by the spacious great room and volume ceiling. This welcoming space allows for cooking, dining and entertaining all while taking in the views, including of Hotel Laguna and the ocean white caps on Main Beach. The kitchen is a haven for culinary enthusiasts where custom rift cut white oak cabinets encase the Sub-Zero refrigerator and showcase the Calcutta Borghini marble. The Wolf 6-burner range and a convection/steam oven make anyone a chef! A custom blackened steel hood adds a modern touch and mirrors the floor to ceiling fireplace surround. The Ipe deck connects the great room to the main bedroom at the rear of the home and features more stunning ocean views. The main bedroom is a sanctuary of luxury and comfort where you'll wake up to the sun rising over the mountains and the sound of the ocean to lull you to sleep. Storage abounds in the cedar-lined walk-in closet while blackout curtains offer privacy when needed. The main bath features a large steam and rain shower, heated floors and heated towel bar. Two additional bedrooms on the main level with a shared full bath are both equally as stunning. Just down the hall is the spacious private laundry room and garage access. The lower-level has a very versatile layout, featuring a second great room, gas fireplace, wet bar, Sub-Zero refrigerators and a beautiful marble three-quarter bath. Enjoy the large outdoor patio and substantial yard with incredible views right outside the wall of glass sliders. The fourth spacious bedroom is on this floor and is a suite with an ocean view and separate seating area. Noteworthy features: Bathroom heated floors, Ann Sacks tile and marble, wide plank oak flooring, A/C, security and AV system included, built in TV with Apple TV and Sonos surround sound, extra storage, and Tesla Charger in garage.
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 3, 2017
Closed on
Dec 29, 2017
Sold by
Eaw Llc
Bought by
Masino David John and Masino Julie Denise
Seller's Agent
Mark Christy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Alexei Sarna
Surterre Properties Inc.
List Price
$3,095,000
Sold Price
$2,640,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$455,000
-14.7%
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
$3,134,023
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.22%
Original Mortgage
$2,112,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 20, 2016
Sold by
Cummins Kenneth J
Bought by
Eaw Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 15, 1999
Sold by
Vonmuff Karl G
Bought by
Vonmuff Karl G and Von Muff Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 8, 1997
Sold by
Vonmuff Karl G and Muff Gertrud L L
Bought by
Vonmuff Karl G and Vonmuff Gertrude L
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masino David John | $2,640,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Eaw Llc | $2,400,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Vonmuff Karl G | -- | -- | |
| Vonmuff Karl G | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Masino David John | $2,027,700 | |
| Closed | Masino David John | $2,112,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Vonmuff Karl G | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Vonmuff Karl G | $208,873 | |
| Previous Owner | Vonmuff Karl G | $200,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Vonmuff Karl G | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Vonmuff Karl G | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Vonmuff Karl G | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2025 01/15/25 | Rented | $16,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 01/01/2025 01/01/25 | For Rent | $16,000 | +6.7% | -- |
| 02/23/2024 02/23/24 | Rented | $15,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/22/2024 02/22/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/29/2024 01/29/24 | Price Changed | $15,000 | -14.3% | $5 / Sq Ft |
| 12/28/2023 12/28/23 | For Rent | $17,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 12/27/2023 12/27/23 | Sold | $5,800,000 | -10.7% | $1,977 / Sq Ft |
| 10/09/2023 10/09/23 | For Sale | $6,495,000 | +146.0% | $2,214 / Sq Ft |
| 01/23/2018 01/23/18 | Sold | $2,640,000 | -5.5% | $1,019 / Sq Ft |
| 11/24/2017 11/24/17 | Price Changed | $2,795,000 | -3.5% | $1,078 / Sq Ft |
| 09/22/2017 09/22/17 | Price Changed | $2,895,000 | -3.3% | $1,117 / Sq Ft |
| 08/14/2017 08/14/17 | Price Changed | $2,995,000 | -3.2% | $1,155 / Sq Ft |
| 06/30/2017 06/30/17 | For Sale | $3,095,000 | +17.2% | $1,194 / Sq Ft |
| 05/17/2017 05/17/17 | Off Market | $2,640,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/17/2017 03/17/17 | Price Changed | $3,095,000 | -2.6% | $1,194 / Sq Ft |
| 02/03/2017 02/03/17 | For Sale | $3,179,000 | -- | $1,226 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $59,901 | $5,800,000 | $5,148,028 | $651,972 |
| 2023 | $34,661 | $3,306,191 | $2,697,067 | $609,124 |
| 2022 | $35,011 | $3,241,364 | $2,644,183 | $597,181 |
| 2021 | $35,301 | $3,177,808 | $2,592,336 | $585,472 |
| 2020 | $33,110 | $2,984,804 | $2,565,755 | $419,049 |
| 2019 | $30,376 | $2,692,800 | $2,515,447 | $177,353 |
| 2018 | $27,762 | $2,448,000 | $2,280,194 | $167,806 |
| 2017 | $27,250 | $2,400,000 | $2,235,484 | $164,516 |
| 2016 | $5,219 | $253,159 | $110,127 | $143,032 |
| 2015 | $4,996 | $249,357 | $108,473 | $140,884 |
| 2014 | $4,742 | $244,473 | $106,348 | $138,125 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Michael La Riche
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Brandon Goethals
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Brandon Goethals
Compass
(949) 500-1807
66 Total Sales
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Alexei Sarna
Seller's Agent in 2023
Alexei Sarna
Surterre Properties Inc.
(949) 717-7100
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
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Jim Kline
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Jim Kline
Surterre Properties Inc.
(949) 717-7100
1 in this area
57 Total Sales
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Mark Christy
Seller's Agent in 2018
Mark Christy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(949) 499-5900
1 in this area
27 Total Sales
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