$5,800,000
SOLD DEC 27, 2023 RENTED JAN 15, 2025
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,934 Sq Ft
7,488 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,977 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Heated Floor in Bathroom
  • El Morro Elementary School Rated A+
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of December 2023

Welcome to 515 Poplar, the epitome of modern luxury nestled in the heart of Laguna Beach with abundant ocean, canyon and city views from both levels of the home. This turn-key, beautifully remodeled residence designed by DISC Interiors, represents an unparalleled opportunity to enjoy the California lifestyle. Upon entering the home, guests are greeted by the extraordinary views from the great room. The spacious layout with vaulted ceiling allows for cooking, dining and entertaining all while taking in the views. The kitchen is a haven for culinary enthusiasts where custom rift cut white oak cabinets encase the Sub-Zero refrigerator and showcase the Calacatta Borghini extra gold marble. Wolf appliances, including a 6-burner range and a convection/steam oven, make anyone a chef. The custom blackened steel hood adds a modern touch and mirrors the floor to ceiling cerused rift cut oak fireplace surround feature. Retreat to the main bedroom, a sanctuary of luxury and comfort where you'll wake up to the sun rising over the mountains while the sound of the ocean will lull you to sleep at night. Storage abounds in the cedar-lined walk-in closet while blackout curtains and sheers offer privacy and a restful atmosphere when needed. The amenities continue into the main bath where a large steam shower with rain shower, heated floors and heated towel bar await. A stunning Ipe deck connects the main bedroom and great room and features more stunning ocean, canyon and city views. The lower-level great room features a travertine gas fireplace and Sub-Zero wine fridge/wet bar, perfect for entertaining or whatever you may need. Three spacious bedrooms offer versatile layouts and abundant natural light, with more views from the downstairs suite. Noteworthy features include: Kolbe windows and Western sliders (all with screens), all baths have heated floors, Ann Sacks tile and marble throughout, wide plank oak flooring, tankless water heater, A/C, main floor laundry, security system and Sonos surround sound housed in discreet AV room, extra storage, and a 2-car garage with Tesla Charger. Located in the desirable North Laguna tree streets, you'll have easy access to enjoy the sun and surf at nearby beaches, explore the vibrant art scene, incredible shopping and dining options, and renowned outdoor hiking and biking. Experience the pinnacle of luxury and coastal living at 515 Poplar, where meticulous design is surrounded by the beauty and lifestyle of Laguna Beach.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alexei Sarna

Surterre Properties Inc. License #01980005 Listed on: 10/09/2023

Surterre Properties Inc.

Co-Listed By

Jim Kline

Surterre Properties Inc. License #01171319

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael La Riche

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01322660

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $59,901

Year Built

  • Built in 1962 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 7,488 Sq Ft Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Canyon

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey

Interior Spaces

  • 2,934 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Wired For Sound
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entryway
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room with Fireplace
  • Storage
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Upgraded Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Heated Floor in Bathroom
  • Stone Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Private Water Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Alarm System
  • Smart Home

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • El Morro Elementary School
  • Thurston Middle School
  • Laguna Beach High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Sewer Paid
  • Phone Connected
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • North Laguna Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 36
  • Tax Tract Number 5003
  • Assessor Parcel Number 49611104

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$59,901

Year Built

Built in 1962 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: Washer/Dryer, All refrigerators, TVs (2) and AV Equipment
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Security System, Wired for Alarm System
  • Subdivision Name Other: North Laguna (NL)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 49611104
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2934.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Home Automation System, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Storage, Vacuum Central, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: Main Level
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Bonus Room, Great Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1976.82
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Entry, Great Room, Laundry, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Office, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Heated Floor, Main Floor Full Bath, Privacy Toilet Door, Stone Counters, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-Closing Cabinet Doors, Self-Closing Drawers, Stone Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Canyon, City Lights, Ocean, Panoramic
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Concrete, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Public, Well
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Laguna Beach Unified
  • Elementary School: El Morro
  • Middle School: Thurston
  • High School: Laguna Beach
  • Elementary School: El Morro
  • High School: Laguna Beach
  • Middle Or Junior School: Thurston
  • Elementary School #2: ELMOR
  • High School2: LAGBEA

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Lot 6500-9999, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7488.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1719

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 7488.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 36
  • Tax Tract Number: 05003

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
$6,115,234

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,475,234
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.75%
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
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

Collateral Analytics

Collateral Analytics Collateral Analytics AVMs (Automated Valuation Model) employ a number of statistical approaches combined with neighborhood-specific comparable selection guarantees the most up-to-date and precise valuations.

Not Available

Collateral Analytics does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

ICE

ICE Mortgage Technology ICE Mortgage Technology’s AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is a state-of-the-art online residential property valuation tool that provides a quick and accurate estimate of the value of almost any home in the U.S.

Not Available

ICE Mortgage Technology does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

First American

First American First American Data & Analytics’ next-generation AVM combines unrivaled data assets with a blended ensemble of valuation models to produce highly accurate, reliable valuations you can trust.

Not Available

First American does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Quantarium

Quantarium Quantarium’s valuation service, repeatedly proven the industry’s most accurate and comprehensive, is supercharged with a self-learning and auto-tuning AI engine that continually becomes smarter and more accurate as it processes daily inputs from the industry’s leading RE data lake.

Not Available

Quantarium does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Average Value
Not Available
List Price
Sold Price
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,640,000 Lawyers Title
Deed $2,400,000 Lawyers Title
Gift Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,027,700 New Conventional
Closed $2,112,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $208,873 Unknown
Previous Owner $200,600 Unknown
Previous Owner $200,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Unknown
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
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 $59,901 $5,916,000 $5,250,989 $665,011
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

  • Section Image
  • Section Image
  • Section Image
  • Section Image
  • Section Image
See All Agents

Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: NP23185602

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 496-111-04