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23685 Sidney Bay sold on November 15, 2024 for $2,000,000, 5% above the $1,905,000 asking price after 12 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
23685 Sidney Bay, Dana Point, CA 92629
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,285 sq ft
- 4,050 sq ft lot
- Built 1971
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$2,000,000
Subdivision Gardens (Ocean side of PCH)
7 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $3,300,000
The home
About 23685 Sidney Bay
Imagine the Possibilities…
An exceptional opportunity awaits with this single-level Garden Home in the Niguel Shores community. Lovingly maintained by original owners, this 1,285 sq. ft. is ready to welcome its next chapter. Whether you're seeking a home to upgrade or a blank canvas to create your dream ocean side sanctuary with endless potential.
Prime Location on a Tranquil Cul-de-Sac, this home is just minutes away from the Niguel Shores bluff, with sweeping views above the Strand Beach. Upon entering through the private gate, find a spacious entertainer’s courtyard—ideal for hosting elegant gatherings or simply enjoying your private oasis.
Welcoming Living Spaces: Step inside to an open, living space accentuated by high ceilings and generous windows that bathe the home in natural light. The living room, complete with gas fireplace, flows seamlessly into a formal dining area. Sliding doors open to the patio, creating an indoor-outdoor living experience. Adjacent to the living room, a cozy den offers additional space for relaxation.
The kitchen, bathed in light from a patio-view window, features ample prep and storage space with a layout perfect for any chef. A stained glass doorway leads out to the courtyard.
Bedrooms and Bathrooms: The primary bedroom is a retreat with natural light pouring in from a sliding door that opens to a private interior alcove. It features two closets, including a walk-in, and an ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom, with a sliding door to the backyard, offers flexibility for use as a guest room, office, or creative space. A full bathroom and conveniently located laundry facilities complete the hallway.
Detached Garage with Storage A detached two-car garage provides built-in storage and a private entry into the gated courtyard, ensuring convenience and security.
Exceptional Coastal Living: Located on the ocean side of the PCH, this home offers coastal living. Just a short 5-minute to the private bluff overlooking the Strand Beach, with direct access to the sand below. The Niguel Shores community is renowned for its resort-like amenities, including a 24-hour guard gate, pool, spa, tennis and pickleball courts, bocce ball, event spaces, and a vibrant social calendar. Enjoy the close proximity to world-class resorts, beaches, dining, and shopping in downtown Dana Point.
This rare chance to create your dream home in an exclusive oceanside community—do not miss the opportunity to make it yours.
Property details for 23685 Sidney Bay
This 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Gardens (Ocean side of PCH) neighborhood of Dana Point in Orange County. It has 1,285 square feet of living space on a 4,050-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1971. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 672-081-39. Highlights include a community pool and spa, a fireplace, single-story living, a guard-gated community, a two-car garage, and contemporary architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG24213052
- Year Built
- 1971
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,285
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,050
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.093
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Courtyard, Neighborhood
- HOA Dues
- $350
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Niguel Shores
- Parcel Number
- 67208139
- On Market Date
- 2024-10-16
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Tile Counters, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Main Level Primary, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Drapes, Stained Glass
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- No Stairs
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary, Patio Home
- Roof
- Flat, Tile
- Construction
- Frame, Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Secluded, Yard, Zero Lot Line
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Deck, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Wood
- Parking
- Door Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Fencing
- Block, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Association
- Spa
- Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
- Faces
- South
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Gardens (Ocean side of PCH) (NSO)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Gutters, Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Bocce Court, Clubhouse, Meeting Room, Picnic Area, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Gated With Attendant, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 23685 Sidney Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2024 | Sold | $2,000,000 | |
| Nov 13, 2024 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Oct 30, 2024 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Hold | |
| Oct 29, 2024 | Status changed to Hold | From Active | |
| Oct 16, 2024 | Listed for sale | $1,905,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Added by Realatrends Real Estate
Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 23685 Sidney Bay
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 06059C0502K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Not in a fire hazard severity zone on the State Fire Marshal's map.
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 31 of 31 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 31 of 31.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423233004, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.6 miles away (Tesla Destination, 3 Level 2 ports). 40 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 Dana Point
Dana Point sits on the Pacific coast in south Orange County, between Laguna Beach and San Clemente, anchored by Dana Point Harbor and bluff-top headlands above Doheny State Beach, Salt Creek Beach, and Strands Beach. Its Lantern District carries street names like Blue Lantern and Violet Lantern, within the Capistrano Unified School District.
Gardens (Ocean side of PCH) home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 7
- Median price
- $3,300,000
- Median days on market
- 28
- Median per sq ft
- $1,900
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 25, 2025 to Oct 25, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Gardens (Ocean side of PCH) sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23862 Bothnia | Aug 31, 2026 | $3,200,000 | 1,684 | $1,900 | 15 |
| 23731 Colima Bay | May 18, 2026 | $2,850,000 | 1,542 | $1,848 | 37 |
| 23711 Brisbane | May 13, 2026 | $6,000,000 | 2,842 | $2,111 | 2 |
| 23782 Perth Bay | Dec 16, 2025 | $2,610,000 | 1,758 | $1,485 | 40 |
| 23741 Montego Bay | Dec 15, 2025 | $4,200,000 | 1,425 | $2,947 | 5 |
Schools
Schools for 23685 Sidney Bay
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- R.H. Dana
- Middle
- Marco Forester
- High
- Dana Hills
- District
- Capistrano Unified
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Listed by Kathryn Samuel of First Team Real Estate
Listing information updated Dec 4, 2024 at 9:29 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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