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163 Emerald Bay sold on January 8, 2015 for $4,250,000, 14.9% below the $4,995,000 asking price after 138 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
163 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 5 beds
- 3 baths
- 3,148 sq ft
- 8,712 sq ft lot
- Built 1954
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$4,250,000
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
The home
About 163 Emerald Bay
'Seldom does an expansive, flat, fully usable parcel become available for purchase in Emerald Bay - much less a tranquil, corner lot on the prestigious oceanside of the community. Offered for the first time in over 40 years, this property presents an exceptional opportunity with a multitude of options. Beautifully maintained, the original residence has 5 bedrooms plus den, 3 bathrooms, and generously sized living and dining spaces. The second level of the home boasts captivating sand, coastline, and ocean views. Situated on an open corner location, the lot and residence are airy and bright with almost no impact from neighboring residences. A one-of-a-kind property and opportunity!'
Property details for 163 Emerald Bay
This 5-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Emerald Bay neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 3,148 square feet of living space on an 8,712-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1954. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-040-61. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, a two-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG14181286
- Year Built
- 1954
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,148
- Living Area Source
- Appraiser
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,712
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Coastline, Ocean
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $600
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- Parcel Number
- 05304061
- On Market Date
- 2014-08-22
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Balcony, Breakfast Area, Separate Formal Dining Room, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Back Yard
- Parking
- Garage
- Pool Features
- Association
- Spa
- Association
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Sewer Available
- Units
- 543
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Emerald Bay (EB)
- Community Features
- Suburban, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Gated With Guard, Gated Community
The record
Property History for 163 Emerald Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 8, 2015 | Sold | $4,250,000 | |
| Aug 22, 2014 | Listed for sale | $4,995,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 163 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 06059C0412K 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 12 of 12 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: AT&T, up to 25 Mbps, at 1 of 12. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 25 Mbps, at 12 of 12.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626562038, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.5 miles away (ChargePoint, 1 DC fast port). 22 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
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days 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 |
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Listed by Derik Brian of HOM Sotheby's International Re
Listing information updated Jul 24, 2023 at 3:04 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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