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968 Oriole Drive, Laguna Beach

Sold

968 Oriole Drive sold on April 18, 2024 for $2,839,000, 5.2% below the $2,995,000 asking price after 90 days on the market; it was first listed at $3,250,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.

$2,839,000

968 Oriole Drive Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Single Family Residence|Sold

SubdivisionLower Bluebird

3Beds
3Total Baths
1Full Baths
2Partial Baths
2,377SqFt
$1,194$/SqFt
1981Built

About 968 Oriole Drive

Ocean views fill nearly every room in this masterfully reimagined and upgraded Mid-Century Revival-style home in Laguna Beach with the tranquility and splendor of nature’s beauty. Panning across the shimmering waters of the Pacific, a verdant canyon, scenic hills and twinkling evening lights, the hypnotic views are also enjoyed from a spacious heated deck that takes full advantage of the property’s wide frontage and provides generous room for outdoor entertaining. Entertaining is equally impressive indoors, where an open floorplan extends approximately 2,377 square feet, complete with a trio of large bedrooms and two- and one-half baths. Opening to the deck via French doors, the home’s great room is primed for special times with loved ones in a space that boasts a vaulted open-beam ceiling, walls of floor-to-ceiling windows, a living area with custom fireplace, and a dining room that’s sure to become a favorite gathering place for kids and adults alike. The great room continues effortlessly into an island kitchen with stone countertops, a pantry, open shelving, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances from Thermador and Bosch, and an nook that is perfect for breakfast while enjoying the mesmerizing views. Each bath presents a chic and modern aesthetic, with the primary suite’s bath showcasing a freestanding tub, a large walk-in shower with outstanding views, and high-end fixtures from noted French designer Phillippe Starck. Wood flooring, sophisticated tile and custom lighting further embellish the residence’s appeal. Colorful and tropical landscaping harmonizes with lifelike synthetic turf, a welcoming front yard and entry, and driveway parking at the two-car garage to create undeniable curb appeal at the home, which is only moments from Laguna Beach’s famous shopping and dining destinations, pristine beaches, secret coves and renowned art galleries. From magical ocean views and a modern, open design to an unparalleled location, this move-in-ready home is destined to bring you countless years of enjoyment, treasured moments and fond memories.

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
LG23197968
Year Built
1981
Living Area (sq ft)
2,377
Living Area Source
Measured
Lot Size (sq ft)
6,076
Lot Size (acres)
0.1395
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
Canyon, Ocean, Water
Parcel Number
64416208
On Market Date
2023-11-02
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, Eat In Kitchen, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite
Appliances
Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dryer, Washer
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Heating
Central
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Living Room
Laundry
In Garage
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Custom
Lot Features
Landscaped
Patio and Porch
Deck
Parking
Direct Access, Garage
Pool Features
None
Spa
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Condition
Turnkey
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Lower Bluebird (LB)
Community Features
Suburban

Schools

School District
Laguna Beach Unified
Elementary School
Top Of The World
Middle School
Thurston
High School
Laguna Beach

Property Details for 968 Oriole Drive

This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Lower Bluebird neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It offers 2,377 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1981. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 644-162-08. Highlights include ocean and canyon views, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 6,077-square-foot lot, and a turnkey home. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.

Property History

968 Oriole Drive was listed for sale on November 2, 2023 at $3,250,000.

About Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach is a coastal Orange County city set along a shoreline of coves and bluffs, with beaches including Main Beach, Heisler Park, and Crystal Cove State Park reached from Pacific Coast Highway. Rooted in an early-1900s artists' colony, it hosts the Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.

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