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70 Emerald Bay sold on December 18, 2025 for $15,050,000, 24.7% below the $19,995,000 asking price after 318 days on the market; it was first listed at $22,500,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
70 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,157 sq ft
- 6,400 sq ft lot
- Built 1948
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$15,050,000
Subdivision Emerald Bay
Emerald Bay is a guard-gated coastal community in North Laguna Beach, bordered by Crystal Cove State Park and the Pacific Ocean, with a private residents' beach and homes in Mediterranean, midcentury, and contemporary styles.
12 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $9,812,500
The home
About 70 Emerald Bay
An extraordinary prospect of owning a front-row offering in the highly regarded community of Emerald Bay. Meticulously maintained for decades by the current owners, the property now presents a prime remodel or rebuild opportunity for those seeking to reside in Laguna Beach. The immediate proximity to the Pacific Ocean ensures that all living spaces are filled with the sound of waves and coastal breezes, creating a serene atmosphere throughout. The main level features elegant water-facing gathering spaces, including a formal sitting room with a fireplace and sliding doors to the oversized wraparound patio. The central dining area connects to the property’s kitchen with access to the home’s backyard. Elevated and secluded, it abounds in lush greenery. On the upper level, the principal suite features sit-down ocean views, a dressing area, and an ensuite bath. Offering privacy as well as a sense of community, Emerald Bay is sought out for its unparalleled amenities. The highlights of this guard-gated enclave include a residents-only beach, green sections, sports courts, a lap pool, and a neighborhood atmosphere - all in an accessible North Laguna Beach location.
Property details for 70 Emerald Bay
This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Emerald Bay neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 2,157 square feet of living space on a 6,400-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1948. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-050-29. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, ocean frontage, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, and an attached two-car garage.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG25000443
- Year Built
- 1948
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,157
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,400
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1469
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
- HOA Dues
- $8,378
- HOA Frequency
- Annually
- HOA Name
- Emerald Bay
- Parcel Number
- 05305029
- On Market Date
- 2025-01-04
- Listing Terms
- Standard
- HOA fees
- $698.17 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Living Room Deck Attached, Tile Counters, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Flooring
- Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home, Accessible Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Modern
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Patio
- Parking
- Driveway Level, Door Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Pool Features
- Community, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community, Heated
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Emerald Bay (EB)
- Community Features
- Biking, Street Lights, Water Sports, Gated, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Controlled Access, Sport Court, Fire Pit, Management, Outdoor Cooking Area, Other Courts, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Security Gate, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Gated With Attendant, Twenty Four Hour Security, Security Guard
The record
Property History for 70 Emerald Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 18, 2025 | Sold | $15,050,000 | |
| Dec 10, 2025 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Nov 18, 2025 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| May 14, 2025 | Price reduced | $19,995,000 | From $22,500,000 |
| Jan 4, 2025 | Status changed to Active | From Coming Soon | |
| Jan 4, 2025 | Listed for sale | $22,500,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 70 Emerald 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 AE, inside 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
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
Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for liquefaction.
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
Inside 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 26 of 26 residential locations in this census block. DSL: Frontier, up to 10 Mbps, at 3 of 26. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 100 Mbps, at 26 of 26.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626562020, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.6 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 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 Emerald Bay
Emerald Bay is a guard-gated coastal community in North Laguna Beach, bordered by Crystal Cove State Park and the Pacific Ocean, with a private residents' beach and homes in Mediterranean, midcentury, and contemporary styles. Founded in 1929, it is bisected by Pacific Coast Highway and lies within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Emerald Bay home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 12
- Median price
- $9,812,500
- Median days on market
- 57
- Median per sq ft
- $2,708
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 21, 2025 to Oct 21, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Emerald Bay sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 307 Emerald Bay | Sep 17, 2026 | $5,300,000 | 2,417 | $2,193 | 87 |
| 64 Emerald Bay | Aug 11, 2026 | $9,700,000 | 3,588 | $2,703 | 429 |
| 145 EMERALD BAY | Aug 5, 2026 | $22,000,000 | 6,965 | $3,159 | 0 |
| 74 Emerald Bay | Jul 7, 2026 | $13,250,000 | 1,874 | $7,070 | 430 |
| 32 Emerald Bay | Jun 16, 2026 | $7,600,000 | 3,717 | $2,045 | 26 |
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Schools
School District for 70 Emerald Bay
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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 Dec 18, 2025 at 3:05 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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