NOT LISTED FOR SALE

979 Capistrano Ave Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Estimated Value: $2,591,000 - $2,869,341

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,177 Sq Ft
$1,242/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 18, 2025

Last sale price $2,650,000 $1,217 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $15,765/month

42 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • All Bedrooms Downstairs
  • Granite Countertops
  • Top Of The World Elementary School Rated A+
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome to 979 Capistrano Avenue, a coastal masterpiece in the heart of Laguna Beach, where timeless elegance meets modern luxury. This stunning Arch Beach Heights residence offers three spacious bedrooms and three and a half thoughtfully designed bathrooms, spanning 2,177 square feet of curated living space. From the moment you step inside, you’ll be captivated by breathtaking ocean views, creating a serene and picturesque backdrop to everyday life. Expansive private decks invite you to relax and soak in the coastal beauty, while the lush charming yard provides the perfect setting for intimate gatherings or quiet moments of relaxation.The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, complete with top-of-the-line appliances and a generous walk-in pantry, seamlessly flowing into the open-concept living areas—all enhanced by central air conditioning for year-round comfort. Retreat to the luxurious master suite, where a private deck offers a peaceful sanctuary to start and end your day. Additional highlights include a spacious two-car garage and secure parking, ensuring convenience. This is more than just a home—it’s a rare opportunity to own a slice of paradise, where modern sophistication meets the effortless beauty of coastal living. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of Laguna Beach from this exquisite residence.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nicholas Hooper

Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty Brokerage Phone: 949 939 7083 License #01962012 Listed on: 02/14/2025

Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty

Co-Listed By

Michael Johnson

Compass Brokerage Phone: 949 939 7083 License #01429647

Last Buyer's Agent

Jane Johnson

Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty License #02021234

Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Panoramic

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 2,177 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • All Bedrooms Down
  • Bathtub

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 14 / 10
  • Tax Tract Number 24
  • Assessor Parcel Number 64442409

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Arch Beach Heights Subdivision

Recreation

  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Arch Beach Heights (ABH)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 64442409
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 2177.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Granite Counters, Pantry
  • Stories: 3
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Accessibility Features: Parking
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: In Family Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1217.27
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Pantry
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open To Family Room, Stone Counters

Exterior Features

  • View: Ocean, Panoramic, Water
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights

Schools

  • 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: Landscaped
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2500.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0574

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 2500.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 10
  • Tax Census Tract: 626.20
  • Tax Lot: 14
  • Tax Tract Number: 24

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 12, 2024
Closed on
Nov 4, 2024
Sold by
Darryl K Korn Living Trust and Korn Darryl K
Bought by
Dietch Trust and Dietch
Seller's Agent
Staci Saunders
Real Broker
Buyer's Agent
Nicholas Hooper
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
List Price
$2,699,995
Sold Price
$2,575,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$124,995
-4.63%
Views
36
Current Estimated Value
$2,703,585

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$128,585
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.99%
Original Mortgage
$1,673,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,658,597
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,044,988

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2005
Sold by
Cohen Margaret A
Bought by
Korn Darryl K and The Darryl K Korn Living Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,060,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2003
Sold by
Cohen Margaret A
Bought by
Cohen Margaret A and Margaret Cohen Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2003
Sold by
Seeh John C and Seeh Sherry A
Bought by
Cohen Margaret

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 1998
Sold by
Charles Seeh John
Bought by
Seeh John C and Seeh Sherry A

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
6.9%
Source: Public Records

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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
Dietch Trust $2,575,000 Fidelity National Title
Dietch Trust $2,575,000 Fidelity National Title
Korn Darryl K $1,325,000 California Title
Cohen Margaret A -- --
Cohen Margaret $870,000 First Southwestern Title Co
Seeh John C -- Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Dietch Trust $1,673,750
Closed Dietch Trust $1,673,750
Previous Owner Korn Darryl K $1,060,000
Previous Owner Cohen Margaret $225,000
Previous Owner Seeh John C $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/18/2025 04/18/25 Sold $2,650,000 -4.5% $1,217 / Sq Ft
03/28/2025 03/28/25 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2025 03/10/25 Price Changed $2,775,000 -2.6% $1,275 / Sq Ft
03/04/2025 03/04/25 Price Changed $2,850,000 -3.4% $1,309 / Sq Ft
02/23/2025 02/23/25 Price Changed $2,950,000 -4.7% $1,355 / Sq Ft
02/14/2025 02/14/25 For Sale $3,095,000 +20.2% $1,422 / Sq Ft
12/05/2024 12/05/24 Sold $2,575,000 -4.6% $1,183 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/12/2024 09/12/24 For Sale $2,699,995 -- $1,240 / 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 $19,205 $2,575,000 $2,247,456 $327,544
2024 $19,205 $1,810,720 $1,412,850 $397,870
2023 $19,068 $1,775,216 $1,385,147 $390,069
2022 $18,656 $1,740,408 $1,357,987 $382,421
2021 $18,245 $1,706,283 $1,331,360 $374,923
2020 $17,999 $1,688,788 $1,317,709 $371,079
2019 $17,669 $1,655,675 $1,291,872 $363,803
2018 $17,314 $1,623,211 $1,266,541 $356,670
2017 $16,959 $1,591,384 $1,241,707 $349,677
2016 $16,740 $1,560,181 $1,217,360 $342,821
2015 $16,471 $1,536,746 $1,199,074 $337,672
2014 $16,145 $1,506,644 $1,175,586 $331,058
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: LG25033251

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 644-424-09