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31885 9th Ave. sold on May 29, 2025 for $1,925,000, 6.1% below the $2,050,000 asking price after 10 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
31885 9th Ave., Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,500 sq ft
- 5,080 sq ft lot
- Built 1929
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$1,925,000
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 31885 9th Ave
Nestled in the heart of South Laguna Village, this enchanting Cape Cod-style beach cottage
seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comforts. Originally built in 1929 and
thoughtfully expanded in 2006, the home offers 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms across 1,565
square feet of inviting living space. Situated on a rare 5,080 square foot lot, the property boasts a
spacious backyard—an uncommon luxury in this coastal enclave—perfect for barbecues, family
gatherings, or simply soaking up the Southern California sun. The open-concept upper level
features a sun-drenched living area with abundant windows, beamed ceilings, and seamless flow
between the kitchen, dining, and living spaces. Step out onto the ocean-view deck to enjoy
Pacific breezes and picturesque sunsets. The primary suite offers serene mornings with soft
sunlight and direct access to the deck overlooking the lush rear yard. Two additional bedrooms
provide private entries and access to an outdoor shower—ideal for rinsing off after a quick 3-
minute stroll to the renowned Thousand Steps Beach. Additional features include radiant heating,
tile and wood flooring, a detached one-car storage garage, and proximity to parks, schools,
restaurants, and shopping. Experience the quintessential Laguna Beach lifestyle in this timeless
coastal retreat.
Property details for 31885 9th Ave
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the South Laguna Village neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 1,500 square feet of living space on a 5,080-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1929. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 056-145-51. Highlights include ocean views and Cape Cod architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG25092466
- Year Built
- 1929
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,500
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 5,080
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1166
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- View
- Ocean, Trees Woods, Water
- Parcel Number
- 05614551
- On Market Date
- 2025-04-28
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, All Bedrooms Down, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Laundry Closet
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cape Cod, Cottage
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Composition
- Construction
- Wood Siding
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Front Porch
- Parking
- On Street
- Fencing
- Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Private
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- South Laguna Village (SLV)
- Community Features
- Hiking, Water Sports
The record
Property History for 31885 9th Ave
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2025 | Sold | $1,925,000 | |
| May 28, 2025 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| May 14, 2025 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Apr 28, 2025 | Listed for sale | $2,050,000 | |
| Nov 21, 2021 | Sold | $1,562,500 | Seven Gables Real Estate |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 31885 9th Ave
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 06059C0501K 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, 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
Fiber: Frontier, up to 7,000 Mbps, at 55 of 55 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 54 of 55. DSL: Frontier, up to 10 Mbps, at 1 of 55.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423051053, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.8 miles away (Tesla Destination, 3 Level 2 ports). 32 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 31885 9th Ave
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- El Morro
- Middle
- Thurston
- High
- Laguna Beach
- District
- Laguna Beach Unified
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Listed by Christopher Sirianni of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated May 30, 2025 at 7:30 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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