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16 Lagunita Drive sold on May 16, 2024 for $25,975,000, 18.8% below the $32,000,000 asking price after 180 days on the market; it was first listed at $38,000,000. The details are below for reference.
16 Lagunita Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 5 beds
- 8 baths
- 8,718 sq ft
- 0.34-acre lot
- Built 1999
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$25,975,000
The home
About 16 Lagunita Drive
Nestled within the picturesque and secure gates of Lagunita, this extraordinary oceanfront estate sets the stage for an unparalleled coastal living experience. Perched on the bluff top in Laguna Beach, this Mediterranean estate holds a storied past, having once been a renowned celebrity hotspot owned by Ozzie and Harriet Nelson. Encompassing 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms plus an office, this legendary property offers expansive indoor-outdoor living spaces and breathtaking panoramic views that will leave you in awe. This ~8,700 sqft estate spans three levels, each thoughtfully designed to maximize the unobstructed ocean views and bathe the interiors in natural light. Brand new floor-to-ceiling glass doors and windows throughout ensure that the stunning surroundings are always on display. Luxury abounds within this remarkable residence, offering a host of first-class amenities for your enjoyment. Delight in your own private movie theater, savor fine vintages from the custom wine cellar, entertain guests at the wet bar, or engage in friendly competition in the game room. Moreover, the Chef's kitchen, equipped with Viking appliances and a large island, flows out to an outdoor built-in BBQ and pizza oven. The waterfall pool and jacuzzi and custom fire pits on the lower-level beckon you to bask in the coastal breeze and embrace the unforgettable California Sunsets. For moments of ultimate relaxation and seclusion, a private staircase leads you to one of Laguna's most desirable beaches, Victoria Beach. With upgraded features throughout, other amenities include a meditation room, 2-car garage, elevator, ample street parking for your guests, and a private gated-community entrance. This Lagunita estate is a true masterpiece, offering an extraordinary combination of luxury, history, and coastal living.
Property details for 16 Lagunita Drive
This 5-bedroom, 8-bath single-family home sits in Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 8,718 square feet of living space on a 0.34-acre lot. The home was built in 1999. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 656-171-24. Highlights include ocean and panoramic views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, a gated community, a two-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- 23317927
- Year Built
- 1999
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 8,718
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 14,700
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.3375
- Levels
- Multi Split
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 6
- Half Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Ocean, Panoramic
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $250
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- Parcel Number
- 65617124
- On Market Date
- 2023-10-04
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Wet Bar, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Bar, Dressing Area, Wine Cellar, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Barbecue, Built In, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dryer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Furnished
- Unfurnished
Exterior Features
- Patio and Porch
- Deck
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Garage, Private
- Pool Features
- In Ground, Private
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground, Private
Community Features
- Community Features
- Gated
- Association Amenities
- Controlled Access, Security
- Security
- Gated Community
The record
Property History for 16 Lagunita Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2024 | Sold | $25,975,000 | |
| Apr 3, 2024 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Jan 31, 2024 | Price reduced | $32,000,000 | From $38,000,000 |
| Oct 4, 2023 | Listed for sale | $38,000,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 16 Lagunita Drive
We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.
Hazard zones
- Flood zone
Zone X, area of minimal flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0419K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, Local Responsibility Area.
CAL FIRE, State Fire Marshal map for Local Responsibility Areas, March 24, 2025. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Earthquake fault zone
Outside the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones.
California Geological Survey, Earthquake Fault Zones. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Outside the liquefaction zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Laguna Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Laguna Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Tsunami hazard area
Outside the Tsunami Hazard Area on the State's evacuation planning map.
California Geological Survey and Cal OES, Tsunami Hazard Area map for Orange County (2021). Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Fiber: Frontier, up to 7,000 Mbps, at 1 of 148 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 148 of 148. DSL: Frontier, up to 10 Mbps, at 1 of 148.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626324017, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.4 miles away (EV Connect, 2 Level 2 ports). 40 public charging ports within 3 miles.
U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center. Straight-line distance. Checked October 15, 2026.
These facts are for the listing's map point, which can sit off the lot. A zone line can also cross a lot, and agencies revise their maps. In cities, the fire zone line follows the State Fire Marshal's 2025 map; each city adopts its own map and may add areas. These lines are not a Natural Hazard Disclosure. Check the official maps and the seller's disclosures before you rely on them. Sources for the earthquake zone lines: Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (2025). Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Seismic Hazard Zones (2025).
Official maps
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About Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach is a coastal Orange County city set along a shoreline of coves and bluffs, with beaches including Main Beach, Heisler Park, and Crystal Cove State Park reached from Pacific Coast Highway. Rooted in an early-1900s artists' colony, it hosts the Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
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- Median price
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- Median days on market
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- Median per sq ft
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Listed by Joshua Altman of Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
Listing information updated Mar 10, 2026 at 10:55 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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