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10 EMERALD BAY sold on May 8, 2013 for $8,100,000, 9% below the $8,900,000 asking price after 276 days on the market, including an earlier listing. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold · May 8, 2013

10 EMERALD BAY, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

  • 4 beds
  • 5 baths
  • 4,500 sq ft
  • 3,840 sq ft lot
  • Built 1997

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$8,100,000

MLS# L40333

Subdivision Emerald Bay

Emerald Bay is a guard-gated coastal community in North Laguna Beach, bordered by Crystal Cove State Park and the Pacific Ocean, with a private residents' beach and homes in Mediterranean, midcentury, and contemporary styles.

12 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $9,812,500

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This home has a newer listing: MLS NP21082634 (Sold).

The home

About 10 EMERALD BAY

Magnificent views of sand and surf abound in this newer Mediterranean style residence, located across from the ocean front in Emerald Bay. Built in 1997, the home boasts the highest grade of materials and finishes. Formal and informal interior spaces are ideal for grand scale entertaining and everyday living. Ample outdoor terraces and balconies expand the living space and ocean view enjoyment. There are (3) bedrooms, plus den and a flex room/creative space with closet. Just steps from the residence are stairs leading directly to the picturesque south end of the beach. Emerald Bay is an exclusive coastal neighborhood with 24-hour gated security, private beach, sand volleyball courts, championship tennis courts and pro shop, swimming complex and clubhouse/offices, all contained within approx. 21 acres of groomed parks.

Property details for 10 EMERALD BAY

This 4-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home sits in the Emerald Bay neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 4,500 square feet of living space on a 3,840-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1997. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-060-60. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, a three-car garage, and central air.

Specifications

Home Details

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
L40333
Year Built
1997
Builder Model
Custom
Living Area (sq ft)
4,500
Living Area Source
Public Records
Lot Size (sq ft)
3,840
Lot Size (acres)
0.088
Levels
Three Or More
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
2
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
3
View
Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic
Private Pool
Yes
HOA Dues
$8,100
Parcel Number
05306060
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite
Flooring
Carpet, Stone
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Gas Starter
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Accessibility
None

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Mediterranean
Roof
Concrete, Tile
Construction
Stucco
Parking
Garage Faces Front
Pool Features
Association
Spa
Association
Sewer
Sewer Tap Paid
Water
Public
Utilities
Sewer Connected

Community Features

Subdivision
Emerald Bay (EB)
Association Amenities
Clubhouse, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
Security
Gated With Guard

The record

Property History for 10 EMERALD BAY

DateEventPriceNote
Apr 20, 2021 Sold $11,750,000 Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Oct 26, 2016 Sold $9,325,000 McWhit Properties Inc.
May 8, 2013 Sold $8,100,000
Dec 15, 2012 Relisted $8,900,000

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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 10 EMERALD BAY

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 06059C0416K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.

Fire hazard severity zone

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

Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 21 of 22 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 10 of 22. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 100 Mbps, at 21 of 22.

FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626562022, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.

EV charging

Nearest public charger 1.4 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 24 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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The neighborhood

About Emerald Bay

Emerald Bay is a guard-gated coastal community in North Laguna Beach, bordered by Crystal Cove State Park and the Pacific Ocean, with a private residents' beach and homes in Mediterranean, midcentury, and contemporary styles. Founded in 1929, it is bisected by Pacific Coast Highway and lies within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.

Emerald Bay home sales, past 12 months

Homes sold
12
Median price
$9,812,500
Median days on market
57
Median per sq ft
$2,708

Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 22, 2025 to Oct 22, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

Recent Emerald Bay sales

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays on market
307 Emerald Bay Sep 17, 2026 $5,300,000 2,417 $2,193 87
64 Emerald Bay Aug 11, 2026 $9,700,000 3,588 $2,703 429
145 EMERALD BAY Aug 5, 2026 $22,000,000 6,965 $3,159 0
74 Emerald Bay Jul 7, 2026 $13,250,000 1,874 $7,070 430
32 Emerald Bay Jun 16, 2026 $7,600,000 3,717 $2,045 26

Schools

School District for 10 EMERALD BAY

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.

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Listed by Derik Brian of HOM Sotheby's International Re

Listing information updated Mar 28, 2023 at 1:09 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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