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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
SubdivisionEmerald Bay

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.
70 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
- Price
- $15,050,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,157 sqft
- Total Baths
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 6,399 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1948
- MLS® Number
- LG25000443
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $698.17 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
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
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
Schools
- School District
- Laguna Beach Unified
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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 offers 2,157 square feet of living space. 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. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Property History
70 Emerald Bay was listed for sale on January 4, 2025 at $22,500,000.
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.
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Listed by John Stanaland of DOUGLAS ELLIMAN OF CALIFORNIA, INC.
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