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28871 Top Of The World Drive sold on February 1, 2021 for $1,950,000, at the asking price after 133 days on the market; it was first listed at $1,995,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
28871 Top Of The World Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,851 sq ft
- 4,515 sq ft lot
- Built 1979
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$1,950,000
Subdivision Top of the World
Top of the World is a hillside neighborhood atop Temple Hill in the San Joaquin Hills of Laguna Beach, where Alta Laguna Park overlooks ocean, canyon, and Saddleback Valley views.
18 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $2,777,500
The home
About 28871 Top Of The World Drive
Completely renovated in 2017, this exquisite residence—located in Laguna’s cherished Top of the World neighborhood—showcases mesmerizing ocean and canyon views in addition to modern luxury and comfort at every turn. Defined by soaring vaulted ceilings and a clean, minimal esthetic, it offers a unique living experience that is as ideal for entertaining guests as it is for relaxation. With an oversized walk-in closet, a decadent massage shower, a smart toilet by Toto and a balcony overlooking the Pacific, the home's master suite is a haven of tranquility for which no expense was spared. An open-concept gourmet kitchen features Thermador appliances, quartz countertops and Spanish cabinets, among other opulent amenities. Stunning living and family rooms exude style and warmth thanks to a handsome fireplace and stunning canyon views, while a stone deck and a massive covered patio—clad with the same acacia-wood floors that adorn the master balcony—provide perfect spots for dining al fresco. Framed by drought-tolerant landscaping, this gorgeous home’s exterior is as quintessentially Californian as its interior. Located just a stone’s throw from the award-winning Top of the World Elementary School, as well as parks, tennis courts and hiking trails, it also offers close proximity to the famed beaches, shops and restaurants that render Laguna Beach one of the world’s most cherished destinations.
Property details for 28871 Top Of The World Drive
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Top of the World neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 2,851 square feet of living space on a 4,515-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1979. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 641-142-17. Highlights include ocean and Catalina views, 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
- LG20167928
- Year Built
- 1979
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,851
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,515
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1037
- Levels
- Multi Split
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 6
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Canyon, Hills, Mountains, Ocean
- Parcel Number
- 64114217
- On Market Date
- 2020-08-21
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Appliances, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Custom
- Roof
- Composition
- Lot Features
- Landscaped
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Patio
- Parking
- Direct Access, Driveway, Garage
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Top Of The World (TOW)
- Community Features
- Suburban
- Security
- Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 28871 Top Of The World Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 1, 2021 | Sold | $1,950,000 | |
| Jan 2, 2021 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Oct 28, 2020 | Price reduced | $1,950,000 | From $1,995,000 |
| Aug 21, 2020 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000 | |
| Jul 24, 2019 | Sold | $1,797,000 | Coldwell Banker Res. Brokerage |
| Jun 20, 2016 | Sold | $1,510,000 | Capital Executive Realty |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 28871 Top Of The World 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 06059C0417K 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
Fiber: Frontier, up to 7,000 Mbps, at 30 of 33 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 33 of 33. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 25 Mbps, at 1 of 33.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626322004, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.3 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 66 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 Top of the World
Top of the World is a hillside neighborhood atop Temple Hill in the San Joaquin Hills of Laguna Beach, where Alta Laguna Park overlooks ocean, canyon, and Saddleback Valley views. The park is a trailhead into Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, and Top of the World Elementary sits within Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Top of the World home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 18
- Median price
- $2,777,500
- Median days on market
- 49
- Median per sq ft
- $1,377
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 Top of the World sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2869 Zell Drive | Sep 28, 2026 | $2,850,000 | 2,095 | $1,360 | 59 |
| 2855 Zell Drive | Aug 17, 2026 | $3,975,000 | 2,454 | $1,620 | 78 |
| 3208 Bern Court | Aug 7, 2026 | $3,450,000 | 2,674 | $1,290 | 231 |
| 3191 Bonn | Jul 1, 2026 | $2,100,000 | 1,550 | $1,355 | 33 |
| 28812 Shady Pl. | Jun 26, 2026 | $2,850,000 | 2,400 | $1,188 | 46 |
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Schools
Schools for 28871 Top Of The World Drive
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 Apr 30, 2021 at 10:13 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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