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31881 Circle Drive sold on August 15, 2020 for $5,650,000, at the asking price after 130 days on the market; it was first listed at $5,900,000. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
31881 Circle Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 3 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,500 sq ft
- 5,705 sq ft lot
- Built 1995
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$5,650,000
Subdivision South Laguna Bluffs
6 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $6,625,000
The home
About 31881 Circle Drive
An extraordinary promontory location is the unique backdrop for this "Paul Mcclean" inspired contemporary oceanfront residence. Floor-to-ceiling glass grants magnificent views of crashing surf, rock outcroppings, miles of coastline and stunning sunsets over Catalina Island. Sleek contemporary finishes complete the luxurious ambience with imported stone flooring, glass and stainless steel railings, new gourmet kitchen, remodeled baths, three en suite bedrooms including full-floor master suite with private oceanfront terrace. With incredible outdoor space and breathtaking views from all major rooms, this 2,500 square foot home is the perfect Laguna Beach retreat.
Property details for 31881 Circle Drive
This 3-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the South Laguna Bluffs neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 2,500 square feet of living space on a 5,705-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1995. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 658-113-28. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, ocean frontage, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, central air, and a turnkey home.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG20045067
- Year Built
- 1995
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,500
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 5,705
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.131
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Catalina, Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic
- Parcel Number
- 65811328
- On Market Date
- 2020-03-01
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Balcony, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Two Story Ceilings, Main Level Primary
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Stone
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary, Modern
- Exterior Features
- Lighting
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Terrace
- Parking
- Garage Faces Front
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Sewer Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- South Laguna Bluffs (SLB)
- Community Features
- Gutters, Street Lights
- Security
- Security System, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 31881 Circle Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2020 | Sold | $5,650,000 | |
| Aug 9, 2020 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Mar 1, 2020 | Listed for sale | $5,900,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 31881 Circle 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 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
Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for earthquake-induced landslides.
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 18 of 18 residential locations in this census block. DSL: Frontier, up to 115 Mbps, at 2 of 18. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 18 of 18.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423052002, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 2.0 miles away (Tesla Destination, 3 Level 2 ports). 34 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 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.
South Laguna Bluffs home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 6
- Median price
- $6,625,000
- Median days on market
- 161
- Median per sq ft
- $2,482
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 South Laguna Bluffs sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31876 Circle | Oct 2, 2026 | $4,000,000 | 2,713 | $1,474 | 6 |
| 31678 Seacliff Drive | Aug 21, 2026 | $5,440,000 | 1,931 | $2,817 | 211 |
| 31995 Coast Hwy. | Jul 21, 2026 | $8,800,000 | 4,100 | $2,146 | 448 |
| 31678 Seacove Drive | Jul 20, 2026 | $8,750,000 | 2,000 | $4,375 | 751 |
| 31588 Table Rock Drive | Apr 21, 2026 | $5,500,000 | 4,184 | $1,315 | 111 |
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Schools
School District for 31881 Circle Drive
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The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.
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Listed by John Stanaland of VILLA REAL ESTATE
Listing information updated Jun 27, 2026 at 3:03 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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