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721 Marlin Drive sold on July 6, 2021 for $4,650,000, 5.7% above the $4,399,000 asking price after 2 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
721 Marlin Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 4,700 sq ft
- 8,250 sq ft lot
- Built 1993
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$4,650,000
Subdivision Portafina
Portafina rises across the hillsides of South Laguna Beach, just south of Moulton Meadows Park and within reach of Victoria Beach and its landmark Pirate Tower.
11 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $4,875,000
The home
About 721 Marlin Drive
This contemporary ocean view home combines styling and quality like few others. The James Conrad designed residence was completely upgraded by Conrad in 2017. 4700 sf of living space boasts polished interiors accented by 180 degree Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island views. Walls of glass overlooking the sparkling salt water pool are complimented by Brazilian Tigerwood, Porcelanosa and quartz interior surfaces. The split-level floor plan presents an open main level with an elegant living room, family room, designer kitchen, separate dining level, breakfast nook, ocean view bedroom, office, bath and direct access to one of three garages. The lower pool level introduces a common library/game room, massive master suite, second master suite, 4th bedroom, storage and gymnasium … all flowing onto the newly re-built pool and spa outdoor area. A spacious side yard retreat is accented with a generous gas fire pit. Two additional garages are featured from the very large driveway and parking area. The entire home has been updated with an array of technological features that compliments the museum-like interiors and exterior. The new smooth stucco exterior walls are framed perfectly by the Dale Waldo landscape design. Ample off-street parking with a large entry courtyard enhances the stunning street appearance. Excellent neighborhood for walks and evening strolls. Nearby is the famed Moulton Meadows park and access into the serene Aliso Wood Canyon Wilderness Preserve. Picturesque Victoria Beach is just minutes away as are shops, restaurants, Gelson’s Market and the Montage Resort.
Come for a visit and stay for a lifetime.
Property details for 721 Marlin Drive
This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Portafina neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 4,700 square feet of living space on an 8,250-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1993. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 656-057-07. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached three-car garage, central air, and contemporary architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG21125208
- Year Built
- 1993
- Builder Model
- Custom
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 4,700
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,250
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1894
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 8
- View
- Catalina, Coastline, Hills, Ocean, Panoramic
- Private Pool
- Yes
- Parcel Number
- 65605707
- On Market Date
- 2021-06-11
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Balcony, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Country Kitchen, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Wired For Data, Bar, Wired For Sound, Bedroom On Main Level, Instant Hot Water, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Purifier
- Flooring
- Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Zoned
- Cooling
- Central Air, Dual, Zoned
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, See Through, Recreation Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylights
- Doors
- Double Door Entry
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home, Accessible Entrance
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Fire Pit
- Roof
- Common Roof, Membrane, Rolled Hot Mop
- Construction
- Frame, Concrete, Plaster, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Patio, Rooftop, Wrap Around
- Parking
- Concrete, Direct Access, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Garage, One Space
- Fencing
- Block, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Heated, In Ground, Private, Salt Water
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Portafina (PF)
- Community Features
- Hiking, Park, Preserve Public Land
- Security
- Prewired, Security System, Closed Circuit Cameras, Fire Detection System, Firewalls, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 721 Marlin Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2021 | Sold | $4,650,000 | |
| Jun 16, 2021 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Jun 11, 2021 | Status changed to Active | From Coming Soon | |
| Jun 11, 2021 | Listed for sale | $4,399,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 721 Marlin 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 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 98 of 98 residential locations in this census block. DSL: Frontier, up to 10 Mbps, at 1 of 98. Fixed wireless: AT&T, up to 25 Mbps, at 3 of 98.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626203014, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.5 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 Portafina
Portafina rises across the hillsides of South Laguna Beach, just south of Moulton Meadows Park and within reach of Victoria Beach and its landmark Pirate Tower. Set off Nyes Place above South Coast Highway, the community mixes Contemporary, Craftsman, Mediterranean, and Traditional homes that capture ocean, coastline, and city-lights views, within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Portafina home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 11
- Median price
- $4,875,000
- Median days on market
- 55
- Median per sq ft
- $1,265
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 Portafina sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 740 Bolsana | Aug 24, 2026 | $6,950,000 | 4,400 | $1,580 | 10 |
| 627 Nyes | Jul 17, 2026 | $10,000,000 | 3,638 | $2,749 | 0 |
| 766 Pelican | Jun 4, 2026 | $4,200,000 | 3,869 | $1,086 | 65 |
| 725 Balboa Avenue | May 21, 2026 | $4,300,000 | 3,316 | $1,297 | 3 |
| 723 Balboa Avenue | Apr 14, 2026 | $4,950,000 | 4,030 | $1,228 | 55 |
Schools
Schools for 721 Marlin 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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Listed by William Rolfing of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated Jan 8, 2024 at 11:08 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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