NOT LISTED FOR SALE

952 Bluebird Canyon Dr Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Estimated Value: $2,968,000 - $3,303,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,400 Sq Ft
$1,286/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 29, 2020

Last sale price $1,860,000 $775 Per Sq Ft

Est. 66% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $18,578/month

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Art Studio
  • Above Ground Spa
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Top Of The World Elementary School Rated A
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Dual Staircase

About This Home

As of June 2020

You had me at FIVE bedroom! Best home in Laguna Beach under $2M. Price per square foot is below comps for past 12 months. Live your best life in this California Coastal/Transitional style home with all that Laguna Beach has to offer at your fingertips. This turnkey property is located near shops/beaches/restaurants/parks, so just bring your toothbrush & enjoy the Laguna Beach lifestyle at home & away. Try to find this under $2M in Laguna Beach: custom finishes, chef’s kitchen, jacuzzi, large/flat/grassy yard, multiple en-suite bedrooms, spacious walk-in closet, entertainer’s deck, large family room/play room, dual-paned abundant windows let in loads of natural light and solar panels. This home has an incredibly flexible floor plan which could be used as 2 or 3 separate living areas, including a Studio Apartment with it’s own private entrance, bathroom & kitchenette. Everyone can have their own space, She Shed and/or Man Cave; this home has an Artist’s Studio, an adjacent generous storage area, a Workshop that's almost 400 square feet AND a Play House. Enjoy free summer concerts at the best park in Laguna Beach, Bluebird Park, located just down the street. Fall in love with this incredible home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Angela Carnago

Surterre Properties License #01406484 Listed on: 04/17/2020

Surterre Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

John Veytia

Compass License #00279282

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $21,174

Year Built

  • Built in 1959 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 6,380 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers Throughout Yard
  • Lawn
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

Property Views

  • Pasture
  • Mountain
  • Park or Greenbelt
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Turnkey
  • Raised Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 2,400 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Dual Staircase
  • Wired For Sound
  • Wired For Data
  • Built-In Features
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Entryway
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Living Room Balcony
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Art Studio
  • Workshop
  • Storage
  • Home Gym

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Convection Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas and Electric Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Multi-Level Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Stone Bathroom Countertops
  • Makeup or Vanity Space
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Low Flow Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • 220 Volts In Laundry
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • 2 Attached Carport Spaces
  • Converted Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Parking Available
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Spa
  • Open Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Wrap Around Porch

Schools

  • Top Of The World Elementary School
  • Thurston Middle School
  • Laguna Beach High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Overhead Utilities
  • Water Heater
  • Water Purifier
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 1
  • Assessor Parcel Number 64424106

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Park
  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$21,174

Year Built

Built in 1959 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: tv in living room, refrigerator & sink/counter in studio
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Rancho Laguna (RL)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 64424106
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 2400.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: 2 Staircases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Living Room Balcony, Living Room Deck Attached, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Storage, Wired for Data, Wired for Sound
  • Stories: 3
  • Entry Location: Ground Level With Steps
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 775.00
  • Room Type: Art Studio, Bonus Room, Den, Entry, Exercise Room, Family Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Master Suite, Multi-Level Bedroom, Walk-In Closet, Workshop
  • Spa Features: Private, Above Ground
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Low Flow Shower, Shower, Shower In Tub, Exhaust Fan(s), Linen Closet/Storage, Remodeled, Stone Counters, Upgraded, Vanity Area, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Stone Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Raised
  • View: Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Park/Greenbelt, Pasture
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Patio Open, Porch, Rear Porch, Wrap Around
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Hardiplank Type

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Built-In Storage, Carport, Attached Carport, Converted Garage, Driveway, Concrete, Paved, Workshop in Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Gas & Electric Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Water Purifier
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Park, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Laguna Beach Unified
  • Elementary School: Top Of The World
  • Middle School: Thurston
  • High School: Laguna Beach
  • Elementary School: Top Of The World
  • High School: Laguna Beach
  • Middle Or Junior School: Thurston
  • Elementary School #2: TOTW
  • High School2: LAGBEA

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Lawn, Level with Street, Level, Paved, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer, Utilities - Overhead
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6380.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1465

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6380.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 626.20
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2021
Sold by
Reese April Ho and Reese Nicholas Dean
Bought by
Reese Nicholas D and Reese April
Current Estimated Value
$3,085,742

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2020
Closed on
May 20, 2020
Sold by
Meister Howard and Meister Laurel
Bought by
Reese April Ho and Reese Nicholas Dean
Seller's Agent
Angela Carnago
Surterre Properties
Buyer's Agent
John Veytia
Compass
List Price
$1,924,000
Sold Price
$1,860,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$64,000
-3.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.00%
Original Mortgage
$1,488,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,313,625
Interest Rate
2.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,586,125

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 2003
Sold by
Rosenberg Richard S and Rosenberg Karen M
Bought by
Meister Howard and Meister Laurel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Reese Nicholas D -- None Available
Reese April Ho $1,860,000 Fidelity Natl Ttl Orange Cnt
Meister Howard $725,000 Equity Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Reese April Ho $1,488,000
Previous Owner Meister Howard $187,230
Previous Owner Meister Howard $820,225
Previous Owner Meister Howard $825,000
Previous Owner Meister Howard $910,000
Previous Owner Meister Howard $250,000
Previous Owner Meister Howard $90,000
Previous Owner Meister Howard $560,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/29/2020 06/29/20 Sold $1,860,000 -3.3% $775 / Sq Ft
05/15/2020 05/15/20 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2020 04/17/20 For Sale $1,924,000 -- $802 / 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 $21,174 $2,034,179 $1,800,615 $233,564
2024 $21,174 $1,994,294 $1,765,309 $228,985
2023 $20,984 $1,955,191 $1,730,695 $224,496
2022 $20,528 $1,916,854 $1,696,759 $220,095
2021 $20,075 $1,879,269 $1,663,489 $215,780
2020 $11,090 $1,000,496 $831,847 $168,649
2019 $10,873 $980,879 $815,536 $165,343
2018 $10,646 $961,647 $799,546 $162,101
2017 $10,416 $942,792 $783,869 $158,923
2016 $10,201 $924,306 $768,499 $155,807
2015 $9,982 $906,043 $756,956 $149,087
2014 $9,486 $859,544 $715,801 $143,743
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: LG20074962

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 644-241-06