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1936 Cortez sold on September 9, 2020 for $1,685,000, 3.7% below the $1,749,000 asking price after 12 days on the market. The details are below for reference.
1936 Cortez, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 2,090 sq ft
- 2,500 sq ft lot
- Built 1973
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$1,685,000
Subdivision Arch Beach Heights
Arch Beach Heights climbs a hillside in Laguna Beach, a tract subdivided in 1911 where streets such as Summit Drive frame ocean, coastline, and Catalina Island views.
19 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $2,250,000
The home
About 1936 Cortez
Spectacular panoramic ocean and Catalina views await you in this beautifully maintained four bedroom, two bath open floor plan home. It’s high elevation on a quiet corner lot optimizes your views from almost every room. You will immediately notice the expansive feeling due to the high vaulted / beamed ceilings while the interior space is versatile for various lifestyles. Light and airy describe the interior which is attributed to a multitude of large windows that provide tons of natural light throughout and sporting upgraded woven Roman shades making this the perfect setting for enjoying Laguna Beach sunsets. The great room flows seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen while providing captivating ocean views from all vantage points. Chefs will revel in the kitchen that boasts a Viking 6 burner gas range, Subzero refrigerator, center island, and tons of storage. The great room showcases an oversized natural stone-faced fireplace and Design Within Reach custom lighting fixtures. The generous-sized bedrooms are located on both living levels and are blessed with large closets and a master bedroom with ocean views from two directions. The private Zen-like backyard gives you the feel of a French garden and is professionally landscaped with tiered planting beds and Koi Pond. The expanded two car garage offers additional storage space and is easily accessible from the inviting slate stone entry. CHECK OUT THE 3D VIDEO - https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=EAnPgpyRzW3&brand=0
Property details for 1936 Cortez
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Arch Beach Heights neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 2,090 square feet of living space on a 2,500-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1973. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 644-476-17. Highlights include ocean and Catalina views, a fireplace, and an attached two-car garage.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG20132508
- Year Built
- 1973
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,090
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,500
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0574
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Catalina, Mountains, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
- Parcel Number
- 64447617
- On Market Date
- 2020-07-08
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Bedroom On Main Level
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Flooring
- Bamboo, Carpet, Tile
- Heating
- Baseboard
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Doors
- French Doors, Sliding Doors
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Koi Pond
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Construction
- Stucco
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Corner Lot, Rectangular Lot
- Parking
- Direct Access, Door Single, Driveway, Garage
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Arch Beach Heights (ABH)
- Community Features
- Storm Drains, Street Lights
- Security
- Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 1936 Cortez
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2020 | Sold | $1,685,000 | |
| Aug 12, 2020 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Jul 8, 2020 | Listed for sale | $1,749,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 1936 Cortez
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 06059C0419K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Very 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 27 of 27 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 25 Mbps, at 10 of 27. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 25 Mbps, at 3 of 27.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626204018, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.6 miles away (EV Connect, 2 Level 2 ports). 46 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 Arch Beach Heights
Arch Beach Heights climbs a hillside in Laguna Beach, a tract subdivided in 1911 where streets such as Summit Drive frame ocean, coastline, and Catalina Island views. It sits near Moulton Meadows Park and the trails of Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, with cottages and contemporary homes in the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Arch Beach Heights home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 19
- Median price
- $2,250,000
- Median days on market
- 33
- Median per sq ft
- $1,195
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 Arch Beach Heights sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 885 Tia Juana Street | Oct 5, 2026 | $2,120,000 | 1,771 | $1,197 | 97 |
| 1119 Katella Street | Sep 15, 2026 | $3,788,888 | 2,833 | $1,337 | 39 |
| 956 Tia Juana | Sep 2, 2026 | $2,696,500 | 2,769 | $974 | 97 |
| 1077 Tia Juana | Aug 24, 2026 | $2,475,000 | 1,873 | $1,321 | 167 |
| 1147 Miramar St | Aug 6, 2026 | $2,475,000 | 1,783 | $1,388 | 18 |
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Schools
Schools for 1936 Cortez
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Top Of The World
- Middle
- Thurston
- High
- Laguna Beach
- District
- Laguna Beach Unified
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Listing information updated Jun 24, 2026 at 10:18 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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