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537 Dunnegan Place sold on October 13, 2025 for $5,200,000, 13.3% below the $5,995,000 asking price after 130 days on the market; it was first listed at $6,500,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
537 Dunnegan Place, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,967 sq ft
- 7,840 sq ft lot
- Built 1969
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$5,200,000
Subdivision North Laguna
North Laguna anchors the northern end of Laguna Beach, where Heisler Park follows the bluffs along Cliff Drive above Crescent Bay, Shaw's Cove, and Diver's Cove.
25 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $4,000,000
The home
About 537 Dunnegan Place
A Rare Gem in North Laguna with Unmatched Ocean Views!
Opportunities like this are few and far between. A stunning home situated on a flat, quiet cul-de-sac in coveted North Laguna, offering unobstructed 180-degree ocean, coastline, and city views. This exceptional property blends casual coastal elegance with the relaxed charm of beachside living.
Enter through a beautifully landscaped courtyard featuring a rustic fountain designed by local artist Dan Skaggs, lush tropical foliage, and a serene ambiance that sets the tone for what lies beyond. Inside, you're immediately greeted by panoramic views of the Pacific and endless blue skies. The kitchen features a glass sunroom dining area with a surround view that invites you to start your day with breathtaking scenery.
Spanning two levels, the home boasts expansive balconies on both floors, perfect for entertaining or unwinding with a glass of wine at sunset. The main level offers a spacious private suite with it’s own sitting area and a full bathroom, a second bedroom and full bathroom, alongside a gorgeous living room that flows into a cozy conversation space with a double-sided fireplace and wet bar, all overlooking the ocean.
Downstairs, the primary suite is a private retreat, complete with a large ocean-view deck, a jacuzzi on the deck, a generous walk-in closet, and a spacious en-suite bath. A fourth bedroom and a full bathroom has been added and beautifully renovated, both permitted, with its own separate entrance, which allows for it to be used as a separate guest room.
Additional highlights include a solar energy system, ample street parking, 2 car garage, new roof, new furnace, and more. This is a beautiful and move-in ready home with the flexibility to personalize or transform into your dream luxury estate.
Located just minutes from Heisler Park, amazing hiking trail, world-renowned beaches, top-rated schools, fine dining, art galleries, and The Ranch golf course, this property exemplifies the best of exclusive Laguna Beach living.
Property details for 537 Dunnegan Place
This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the North Laguna neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 3,967 square feet of living space on a 7,840-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1969. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-111-26. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG25111655
- Year Built
- 1969
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,967
- Living Area Source
- Appraiser
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,840
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.18
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 4
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- City Lights, Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
- Parcel Number
- 05311126
- On Market Date
- 2025-05-26
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Intercom, Living Room Deck Attached, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Bar, Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Barbecue, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Zoned
- Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Multi Sided
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room, Upper Level
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Screens
- Doors
- Double Door Entry
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Cul De Sac, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Deck, Patio
- Parking
- Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Side By Side
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- North Laguna (NL)
- Community Features
- Hiking, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Urban
- Security
- Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 537 Dunnegan Place
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2025 | Sold | $5,200,000 | |
| Oct 9, 2025 | Status changed to Pending | From Active | |
| Jul 28, 2025 | Price reduced | $5,995,000 | From $6,500,000 |
| May 26, 2025 | Listed for sale | $6,500,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 537 Dunnegan Place
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 06059C0416K 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, 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
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 12 of 31 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 31 of 31. DSL: Frontier, up to 10 Mbps, at 15 of 31.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626561002, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.1 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 24 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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About North Laguna
North Laguna anchors the northern end of Laguna Beach, where Heisler Park follows the bluffs along Cliff Drive above Crescent Bay, Shaw's Cove, and Diver's Cove. Its Tree Streets, an alphabetical botanical grid beginning at Aster Street, are lined with early-1900s cottages within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
North Laguna home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 25
- Median price
- $4,000,000
- Median days on market
- 40
- Median per sq ft
- $2,109
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 North Laguna sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 477 Hill | Oct 15, 2026 | $2,200,000 | 940 | $2,340 | 64 |
| 429 Aster | Oct 13, 2026 | $4,000,000 | 2,123 | $1,884 | 46 |
| 461 Linden Street | Sep 15, 2026 | $3,725,000 | 1,611 | $2,312 | 32 |
| 486 Locust Street | Sep 8, 2026 | $3,225,000 | 2,066 | $1,561 | 40 |
| 738 Cliff Drive | Aug 28, 2026 | $7,750,000 | 3,200 | $2,422 | 196 |
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Schools
Schools for 537 Dunnegan Place
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- Elementary
- El Morro
- Middle
- Thurston
- District
- Laguna Beach Unified
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Listed by Sara Vazvan of HomeSmart Evergreen Realty
Listing information updated Oct 13, 2025 at 6:17 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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