Sold
3 S Portola sold on October 16, 2017 for $2,700,000, 6.9% below the $2,899,000 asking price after 131 days on the market; it was first listed at $2,950,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
3 S Portola, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,800 sq ft
- 6,744 sq ft lot
- Built 1937
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$2,700,000
Subdivision Three Arch Bay
Three Arch Bay is a gated oceanfront community in the South Laguna neighborhood of Laguna Beach, named for three natural rock arches in its cliffs and set between Thousand Steps Beach and Monarch Bay.
9 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $7,025,000
This home has a newer listing: MLS OC20055129 (Sold).
The home
About 3 S Portola
LOCATED ON THE BEACH SIDE OF PCH JUST 1 STREET AWAY TO THE PRIVATE BEACH ACCESS AND NUMEROUS COMMUNITY AMENITIES. This quintessential Cape Cod-inspired cottage has many custom upgrades and thoughtful details yet still retains the incredible charm and character from a bygone era. The home is sited on a larger parcel for the area, on a quiet street, with spacious front and back yards. Guests enter through a charming red Dutch door to enjoy a cozy wood-burning fireplace, voluminous wood-beamed ceilings, hardwood floors and peak ocean views. A beautifully remodeled kitchen features honed Carrara counter tops with a center island and tons of natural light. Master suite includes a remodeled bath, walk-in closet and indoor laundry room. The other 2 bright bedrooms are generous in size and showcase coastal-themed embellishments. Outside, the gorgeous fireplace sets the ambiance for evening dining/relaxing after a day at the beach. French doors open to the wraparound yard and seamlessly extend the indoor/outdoor flow. Multiple sitting areas allow for large scale entertaining or intimate gatherings. This lovingly cared for residence exudes a comfortable modern elegance with sweet vintage touches. Homes of this style, quality and condition don’t come on the market often in this idyllic seaside community which hosts many fun activities/events for all ages throughout the year. The perfect beach house for vacation living every day!
Property details for 3 S Portola
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Three Arch Bay neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 1,800 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1937. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 056-202-06. Highlights include peek-a-boo ocean views, a fireplace, single-story living, a guard-gated community, a two-car garage, and an updated home.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG17100266
- Year Built
- 1937
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,800
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,744
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Ocean, Peek A Boo, Water
- HOA Dues
- $2,400
- HOA Frequency
- Annually
- HOA Name
- Three Arch Bay
- Parcel Number
- 05620206
- On Market Date
- 2017-05-07
- Listing Terms
- Standard
- HOA fees
- $265 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Storage, Wired For Sound, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Indoor Grill, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Water To Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Outside
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Bay Windows, Custom Coverings, French Mullioned
- Doors
- French Doors
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cape Cod, Cottage, Custom
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Composition
- Construction
- Shingle Siding
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Landscaped, Paved, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Brick, Concrete, Open, Patio, Wrap Around
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage, Paved, Permit Required
- Fencing
- Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Sewer Assessments
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Three Arch Bay (TAB)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Storm Drains, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Sport Court, Fire Pit, Maintenance Grounds, Meeting Room, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Guard, Security, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Twenty Four Hour Security, Smoke Detectors
- Second HOA Dues
- $195
- Second HOA Name
- Three Arch Bay
The record
Property History for 3 S Portola
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 10, 2020 | Sold | $2,681,250 | Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty |
| Oct 16, 2017 | Sold | $2,700,000 | |
| May 7, 2017 | Listed for sale | $2,950,000 |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 3 S Portola
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 06059C0501K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Moderate 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, Dana Point quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Dana Point quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. 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 7 of 7 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 7 of 7. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 100 Mbps, at 7 of 7.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423052016, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.4 miles away (Tesla Destination, 3 Level 2 ports). 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 Three Arch Bay
Three Arch Bay is a gated oceanfront community in the South Laguna neighborhood of Laguna Beach, named for three natural rock arches in its cliffs and set between Thousand Steps Beach and Monarch Bay. Dating to the 1920s, it offers a private beach on Mussel Cove and sits within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Three Arch Bay home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 9
- Median price
- $7,025,000
- Median days on market
- 46
- Median per sq ft
- $2,464
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 Three Arch Bay sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 N Vista De La Luna | Oct 9, 2026 | $3,400,000 | 1,380 | $2,464 | 77 |
| 10 N. Stonington Road | Aug 28, 2026 | $4,978,000 | 3,500 | $1,422 | 106 |
| 13 N Stonington Road | Jun 18, 2026 | $6,100,000 | 2,991 | $2,039 | 1 |
| 3 N La Senda | Apr 16, 2026 | $19,750,000 | 3,300 | $5,985 | 178 |
| 15 Vista Del Sol | Apr 13, 2026 | $9,500,000 | 3,475 | $2,734 | 2 |
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Schools
Schools for 3 S Portola
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- El Morro
- Middle
- Thurston
- High
- Laguna Beach
- District
- Laguna Beach Unified
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Listed by Donna Pfanner of HOM Sotheby's International Re
Listing information updated Apr 30, 2021 at 9:27 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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