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48 N Portola sold on October 13, 2021 for $6,275,000, 3.4% below the $6,495,000 asking price after 37 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
48 N Portola, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,795 sq ft
- 7,395 sq ft lot
- Built 1955
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$6,275,000
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
The home
About 48 N Portola
Panoramic, sit-down ocean views, and pride of ownership best describe this seaside retreat in Lower Three Arch Bay. Enjoy virtually single-level living with unparalleled blue-water, Catalina Island, and North Coast vistas across gracious interiors that span approximately 2,795 square feet. A custom wooden entry gate, inviting copper patina fountain, and oversized French entry doors welcome guests to the open-concept three-bedroom, three-bathroom estate and lead to an interior atrium that fills the home with an abundance of natural light. As evidence of the home's expert craftsmanship and timeless charm, captivating ocean views are complimented by lofty vaulted ceilings, polished travertine floors, multiple skylights, plantation shutters, solid-core doors, and custom finishes throughout. The main level hosts a gourmet kitchen fitted with a 48-inch Wolf range, custom cabinetry, and granite counters and seamlessly opens to the living and dining room with custom sliding-glass doors that open to a large entertainer’s deck. Further along, the master suite, guest bedroom and bathroom, an oversized utility and laundry room, atrium with fireplace, custom fountain and automatic retractable awning round out the main-level. The master suite showcases a peek-a-boo ocean view, en-suite bath with dual vanity sinks and walk-in shower and a large dressing room with mirrored and cedar-lined closets. The lower-level is dedicated to the third bedroom, bathroom, and additional access to the rear yard space. Separately, a sizable office/finished storage area sits above the garage and includes a closet and skylight. Residents of Three Arch Bay benefit from access to the renowned private beach with picnic tables, fire rings, shower, and lifeguards; community park with tot lot, tennis and sport courts and 24-hour guarded security.
Property details for 48 N Portola
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Three Arch Bay neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 2,795 square feet of living space on a 7,395-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1955. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 056-171-04. Highlights include ocean and Catalina views, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached two-car garage, central air, and a turnkey home.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG21165382
- Year Built
- 1955
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,795
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,395
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1698
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Catalina, Ocean, Water
- HOA Dues
- $2,450
- HOA Frequency
- Annually
- HOA Name
- Three Arch Bay
- Parcel Number
- 05617104
- On Market Date
- 2021-08-09
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
- HOA fees
- $269.17 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wired For Sound, Atrium, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Utility Room, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Carpet, Stone
- Heating
- Central, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Custom Coverings, Plantation Shutters, Skylights
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Awnings
- Lot Features
- Cul De Sac, Landscaped
- Patio and Porch
- Deck
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Three Arch Bay (TAB)
- Community Features
- Suburban, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Fire Pit, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground
- Security
- Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Twenty Four Hour Security
- Second HOA Dues
- $195
The record
Property History for 48 N Portola
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2021 | Sold | $6,275,000 | |
| Oct 3, 2021 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Sep 15, 2021 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Aug 9, 2021 | Status changed to Active | From Coming Soon | |
| Aug 9, 2021 | Listed for sale | $6,495,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 48 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
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, 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 48 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 Mahlia Rittenhouse of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated Mar 22, 2022 at 7:30 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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