Sold
30 N Portola sold on April 5, 2018 for $2,430,000, 2.6% below the $2,495,000 asking price after 137 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
30 N Portola, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 875 sq ft
- 4,000 sq ft lot
- Built 1936
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$2,430,000
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 LG24050884 (Sold).
The home
About 30 N Portola
Located in lower Three Arch Bay, this dreamy beach cottage exudes authentic vintage character and abundant charm with expansive 180 degree ocean, full Catalina Island, breathtaking sunsets and north coast views. A jewel of a home located on a quiet coveted street within close proximity to the private beach access and all the wonderful amenities this desirable community has to offer. Upon entering the private courtyard your custom beach pied-à-terre awaits and functions as an enchanting primary home or a romantic getaway. Spectacular views abound from most every room in the home and outdoor spaces as the property is sited on a rare, elevated lot over the oceanfront street below. The inviting living room features a cozy wood burning fireplace, paneled walls/vaulted ceiling and numerous French windows to enjoy the Pacific views and breezes. French doors open to a lovely viewing deck with a lower garden/patio for entertaining or as your private sanctuary. The thoughtful floor plan features a "convertible" 2nd bedroom adjacent to the living room with "barn" doors that can open to expand the space for larger gatherings. This beautifully restored, lovingly cared for cottage beckons you to relax and enjoy the harmony of coastal living. Own a piece of Laguna Beach history! Three Arch Bay is host to many fun activities/events for all ages throughout the year.
Property details for 30 N Portola
This 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home sits in the Three Arch Bay neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 875 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1936. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 056-171-50. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a fireplace, single-story living, a guard-gated community, an attached one-car garage, and a turnkey home.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG17207397
- Year Built
- 1936
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 875
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,000
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 1
- View
- Catalina, Coastline, Courtyard, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
- HOA Dues
- $2,400
- HOA Frequency
- Annually
- HOA Name
- Three Arch Bay
- Parcel Number
- 05617150
- On Market Date
- 2017-09-08
- Listing Terms
- Standard
- HOA fees
- $265 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Tile Counters
- Appliances
- Freezer, Disposal, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water To Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Floor Furnace
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- French Mullioned, Skylights, Wood Frames
- Doors
- French Doors
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cottage
- Exterior Features
- Awnings
- Lot Features
- Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Front Porch, Open, Patio
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage, Permit Required, Private, See Remarks
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Sewer Assessments
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Underground Utilities
- Condition
- 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, Meeting Room, Management, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Guard, Security, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Smoke Detectors
- Second HOA Dues
- $195
- Second HOA Name
- Three Arch Bay
The record
Property History for 30 N Portola
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2024 | Sold | $5,000,000 | Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty |
| Apr 5, 2018 | Sold | $2,430,000 | |
| Sep 8, 2017 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000 | |
| Mar 10, 2015 | Sold | $1,850,000 | HOM Sotheby's International Re |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 30 N 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
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, 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 39 of 39 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 39 of 39. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 100 Mbps, at 39 of 39.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423052008, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.5 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 30 N 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 Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Listing information updated Jun 27, 2026 at 6:10 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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