Sold
31626 Virginia Way sold on June 25, 2025 for $1,750,000, 12.1% below the $1,990,000 asking price after 87 days on the market; it was first listed at $2,290,000. The details are below for reference.
31626 Virginia Way, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,658 sq ft
- 2,917 sq ft lot
- Built 1955
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$1,750,000
Subdivision South Laguna Village
South Laguna sits on the south side of Laguna Beach along South Coast Highway, a hillside neighborhood above Thousand Steps Beach, Table Rock Beach, and West Street Beach near Aliso Beach Park.
19 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $2,325,000
The home
About 31626 Virginia Way
Welcome to 31626 Virginia Way, a beautifully remodeled historic ocean-view cottage in Laguna Beach that perfectly blends timeless charm with modern luxury. Completely reimagined by renowned designer and contractor Julie Laughton in 2018, this 1,658 SF home features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a dedicated office space. The extensive remodel expanded the primary suite, including a custom bathroom and walk-in closet, while the chef’s kitchen was redesigned with GE Café appliances, solid wood cabinetry, natural stone countertops, and a walk-in pantry. The guest bathroom showcases vintage subway tile with tasteful Carrara marble accents. Additional upgrades include hardwood flooring and all-new wainscot, updated windows and doors, and central heating and air conditioning. Freshly painted in 2024, the home is move-in ready with a crisp, modern feel that can include all furnishings.
Perched just steps from Table Rock beach, this charming cottage offers stunning views of the ocean and the lush community garden from the first floor, while the second-floor bedroom and office open onto a full west-facing deck, showcasing views extending all the way to Catalina Island. The outdoor space is perfect for enjoying the coastal breeze, spectacular sunsets, and the relaxed Laguna Beach lifestyle. Unlike many homes in the area, this property offers rare parking for four cars on the original brick driveway. With its ideal location near Table Rock Beach and Village Green Park, this home offers a serene escape while remaining close to shops, dining, and cultural experiences of Laguna Beach. 31626 Virginia Way is a true coastal gem—The quintessential Laguna Beach cottage.
Property details for 31626 Virginia Way
This 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the South Laguna Village neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 1,658 square feet of living space on a 2,917-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1955. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 056-088-04. Highlights include ocean views, central air, an updated home, and cottage architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG25034959
- Year Built
- 1955
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,658
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,917
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.067
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Neighborhood, Ocean, Water
- Parcel Number
- 05608804
- On Market Date
- 2025-02-16
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Separate Formal Dining Room, Furnished, Pantry, Stone Counters, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Inside, Stacked
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cottage
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters, Brick Driveway
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Near Park, Street Level, Value In Land
- Patio and Porch
- Brick, Deck, Patio
- Parking
- Driveway
- Fencing
- Vinyl, Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Faces
- Southwest
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- South Laguna Village (SLV)
- Community Features
- Biking, Dog Park, Golf, Hiking, Street Lights, Suburban, Water Sports, Park
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 31626 Virginia Way
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2025 | Sold | $1,750,000 | |
| Jun 8, 2025 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| May 21, 2025 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Mar 20, 2025 | Price reduced | $1,990,000 | From $2,290,000 |
| Feb 16, 2025 | Listed for sale | $2,290,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 31626 Virginia Way
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 06059C0438K 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, San Juan Capistrano quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, San Juan Capistrano 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
Fiber: Frontier, up to 7,000 Mbps, at 11 of 11 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 11 of 11. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 11 of 11.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423051021, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.9 miles away (EV Connect, 2 Level 2 ports). 34 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 South Laguna
South Laguna sits on the south side of Laguna Beach along South Coast Highway, a hillside neighborhood above Thousand Steps Beach, Table Rock Beach, and West Street Beach near Aliso Beach Park. Its streets hold 1930s and 1940s heritage cottages alongside contemporary homes, within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
South Laguna Village home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 19
- Median price
- $2,325,000
- Median days on market
- 15
- Median per sq ft
- $1,852
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 22, 2025 to Oct 22, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent South Laguna Village sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31632 2nd Avenue | Oct 16, 2026 | $1,875,000 | 832 | $2,254 | 0 |
| 31962 Sunset | Oct 5, 2026 | $3,295,000 | 1,300 | $2,535 | 5 |
| 31992 Virginia Way | Sep 23, 2026 | $1,500,000 | 636 | $2,358 | 5 |
| 22332 Eagle Rock Way | Sep 2, 2026 | $3,725,000 | 3,235 | $1,151 | 15 |
| 32015 Point Place | Aug 6, 2026 | $4,490,000 | 2,425 | $1,852 | 305 |
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Schools
Schools for 31626 Virginia Way
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- High
- Laguna Beach
- District
- Laguna Beach Unified
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Listed by Brandon Menchaca of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated Jun 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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