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868 Hillcrest Drive sold on September 15, 2023 for $7,300,000, 2.6% below the $7,495,000 asking price after 33 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
868 Hillcrest Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 4 beds
- 5 baths
- 3,373 sq ft
- 6,000 sq ft lot
- Built 2020
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$7,300,000
Subdivision North Laguna
North Laguna anchors the northern end of Laguna Beach, where Heisler Park follows the bluffs along Cliff Drive above Crescent Bay, Shaw's Cove, and Diver's Cove.
25 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $4,000,000
The home
About 868 Hillcrest Drive
Awaken each morning to sweeping azure ocean views in this completely reimagined designer home located in one of SoCal’s most desirable beachside communities, Laguna Beach. Step inside to find a masterfully curated open floor plan built for indoor/outdoor living and brimming with desirable features including custom fixtures and chandeliers, high vaulted ceilings, wood paneled walls, handsome wainscoting, wide plank oak flooring, and ample picture windows and folding opening up to stunning views of the Pacific. The open chef’s kitchen is made for the culinary connoisseur and features seated island with marble waterfall countertop, Shaw’s double farmhouse sink, Thermador double oven with 6- range cooktop and griddle, Sub-Zero fridge, Bosch dishwasher, and pristine white Shaker cabinetry with top-tier hardware. Host soirees, holidays, and celebrations in the spacious dining room with folding doors opening to the wraparound balcony, or unwind in the family room with modern fireplace; wet bar with wine fridge + refrigerator, icemaker, custom built-in cabinetry, and granite countertops; as well as folding doors opening to the garden and Jacuzzi area with outdoor fireplace. The 2nd level, resort-inspired primary suite turns every day into a beachside vacation and features high vaulted ceilings, large walk-in closet with built-in drawers, bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower with custom tile work, dual vanities with marble countertops, cozy fireplace, and folding doors leading to the ocean-view patio. Enjoy evening refreshments and endless ocean view sunsets outside on the rooftop deck with seating area, or dine al fresco on the 1 st level outdoor lounge area with Lynx BBQ and tranquil water feature. The sprawling, light-filled 1 st level also includes three spacious en-suite bedrooms ideal for family and guests with custom tile baths and luxurious walk-in showers. A separate laundry room with sink and adjacent walk-in pantry are perfect for extra storage and kitchen convenience. Additional amenities include copper plumbing, Google Nest system, surround sound, and a 1087 sq ft attached garage for auto and/or boating enthusiast. Located minutes from fine dining, retail, art studios, and all the legendary surf and beaches of Laguna, Newport, and Dana Point, this spectacular home offers the perfect combination of scenic seaside living and unparalleled luxury.
Property details for 868 Hillcrest Drive
This 4-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home sits in the North Laguna neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 3,373 square feet of living space on a 6,000-square-foot lot. The home was built in 2020. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-142-12. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a private spa, a fireplace, an attached four-car garage, central air, and new construction.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG23125392
- Year Built
- 2020
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,373
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,000
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1377
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 4
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 4
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Courtyard, Hills, Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
- Parcel Number
- 05314212
- On Market Date
- 2023-07-14
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Elevator, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Storage, Smart Home, Wired For Data, Wired For Sound, Bedroom On Main Level, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Barbecue, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room, Stacked
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 4
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Custom Coverings
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary, Craftsman
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue, Lighting
- Construction
- Copper Plumbing
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Landscaped, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Open, Patio, Rooftop
- Parking
- Direct Access, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Storage
- Fencing
- New Condition
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- North Laguna (NL)
- Community Features
- Biking, Hiking, Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Water Sports
- Security
- Prewired, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 868 Hillcrest Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2023 | Sold | $7,300,000 | |
| Sep 2, 2023 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Aug 16, 2023 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Jul 14, 2023 | Listed for sale | $7,495,000 | |
| Sep 12, 2014 | Sold | $1,475,000 | Coldwell Banker |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 868 Hillcrest 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 06059C0416K 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 141 of 170 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 168 of 170. DSL: Frontier, up to 10 Mbps, at 3 of 170.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626561005, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.8 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 24 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 North Laguna
North Laguna anchors the northern end of Laguna Beach, where Heisler Park follows the bluffs along Cliff Drive above Crescent Bay, Shaw's Cove, and Diver's Cove. Its Tree Streets, an alphabetical botanical grid beginning at Aster Street, are lined with early-1900s cottages within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
North Laguna home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 25
- Median price
- $4,000,000
- Median days on market
- 40
- Median per sq ft
- $2,109
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 North Laguna sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 477 Hill | Oct 15, 2026 | $2,200,000 | 940 | $2,340 | 64 |
| 429 Aster | Oct 13, 2026 | $4,000,000 | 2,123 | $1,884 | 46 |
| 461 Linden Street | Sep 15, 2026 | $3,725,000 | 1,611 | $2,312 | 32 |
| 486 Locust Street | Sep 8, 2026 | $3,225,000 | 2,066 | $1,561 | 40 |
| 738 Cliff Drive | Aug 28, 2026 | $7,750,000 | 3,200 | $2,422 | 196 |
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Schools
School District for 868 Hillcrest 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 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN OF CALIFORNIA, INC.
Listing information updated Sep 15, 2023 at 6:21 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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