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.
968 Oriole Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,377 sq ft
- 6,076 sq ft lot
- Built 1981
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$2,839,000
Subdivision Lower Bluebird
The home
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.
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.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $2,839,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,377 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- 2
- Lot Size
- 6,076 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1981
- MLS® Number
- LG23197968
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Measured
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
The record
Property History for 968 Oriole Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2024 | Sold | $2,839,000 | |
| Apr 16, 2024 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Mar 15, 2024 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Hold | |
| Mar 9, 2024 | Status changed to Hold | From Active | |
| Mar 9, 2024 | Status changed to Active | From Hold | |
| Feb 19, 2024 | Status changed to Hold | From Active | |
| Feb 7, 2024 | Status changed to Active | From Active Under Contract | |
| Feb 5, 2024 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Jan 26, 2024 | Status changed to Active | From Active Under Contract | |
| Jan 15, 2024 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Jan 3, 2024 | Status changed to Active | From Hold | |
| Dec 15, 2023 | Status changed to Hold | From Active | |
| Dec 7, 2023 | Price reduced | $2,995,000 | From $3,250,000 |
| Nov 2, 2023 | Listed for sale | $3,250,000 | |
| Jul 20, 2018 | Sold | $2,200,000 | Compass |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 968 Oriole 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 153 of 196 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 196 of 196. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 21 of 196.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626201001, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.6 miles away (Tesla Destination, 2 Level 2 ports). 38 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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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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- Homes sold
- 261
- Median price
- $3,350,000
- Median days on market
- 35
- Median per sq ft
- $1,611
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Schools
Schools for 968 Oriole Drive
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- Elementary
- Top Of The World
- Middle
- Thurston
- High
- Laguna Beach
- District
- Laguna Beach Unified
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Listed by Meital Taub of Livel Real Estate
Listing information updated Apr 18, 2024 at 3:59 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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