$34,500,000
8Beds10Baths8,856SqFt
157 159 EMERALD BAYLaguna Beach, CA 92651Emerald Bay
$36,500,000
230 Days On Site
199 Emerald Bay Laguna Beach, CA 92651
5Beds
7Total Baths
5Full Baths
2Partial Baths
7,078SqFt
$5,157$/SqFt
1996Built
SubdivisionEmerald Bay
About 199 Emerald Bay
Resting at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Emerald Bay—Orange County's premier private, guard-gated oceanfront enclave—this exceptionally rare oceanfront residence commands a singular oversized parcel with unobstructed surfline, cove, Catalina Island, and sunset views. The home is deliberately private, buffered from neighbors, and organized around dramatic, high-volume interiors that maximize the coastal panorama. A two-story entry sets the tone, leading to main living spaces on a single level: a great room, formal dining room, expansive family room or office, theater, and an oversized kitchen with oceanfront dining. All open seamlessly to a generous seaside terrace—one of the property's defining features.The terraced grounds descend toward the water's edge, featuring broad stone terraces, gardens, a seaside spa, and lawn; all anchored by nearly century-old Monterey cypress. The master suite occupies much of an entire floor, discreetly separated from secondary bedrooms, and enjoys amazing water vistas. An elevator serves all levels, with ample garage and off-street parking for residents and guests. A private gated path and staircase provide direct, exclusive access to the cove below—an uncommon privilege. Emerald Bay remains inimitable under current restrictions: a secure oceanfront community that enjoys nearly a half-mile of pristine private beach, parks, tennis courts, swimming facilities, volleyball, and other amenities in coveted North Laguna Beach. Its residents enjoy a lifestyle that is unmatched along the coast of Southern California. This is a rare opportunity to own a generously scaled oceanfront residence overlooking one of the world's most scenic coastlines.
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199 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
- Price
- $36,500,000
- Days On Site
- 230 Days
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 7,078 sqft
- Total Baths
- 7
- Full Baths
- 5
- Partial Baths
- 2
- Lot Size
- 0.3171 Acres
- Year Built
- 1996
- MLS® Number
- LG25281782
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $971.25 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- N/A
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG25281782
- Year Built
- 1996
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 7,078
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 13,812
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.3171
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 5
- Half Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- Bluff, Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Hills, Ocean, Panoramic, Rocks, Water
- HOA Dues
- $11,655
- HOA Frequency
- Annually
- HOA Name
- Emerald Bay Community Association
- Parcel Number
- 05304068
- On Market Date
- 2026-01-26
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Balcony, Elevator, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Bar
- Appliances
- Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Carpet, Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Dining Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Accessibility
- None
- Rooms
- Laundry, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Media Room
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Bluff, Back Yard, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Open, Patio
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Fencing
- Excellent Condition
- Pool Features
- Community, Fenced, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Emerald Bay (EB)
- Community Features
- Street Lights, Suburban, Water Sports, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Sport Court, Fire Pit, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Recreation Room, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Security Gate, Gated With Attendant, Twenty Four Hour Security
Schools
- School District
- Laguna Beach Unified
Photos of 199 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
Location
Property Details for 199 Emerald Bay
This 5-bedroom, 7-bath single-family home sits in the Emerald Bay neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It offers 7,078 square feet of living space and is listed at $36,500,000, about $5,157 per square foot. The home was built in 1996. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-040-68. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, ocean frontage, a community pool and a private spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, and an attached three-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
199 Emerald Bay last sold in March 2019 for $16,050,000.
- Listed for sale January 26, 2026 at $44,995,000
- Price reduced to $36,500,000
- Sold March 2019 for $16,050,000 (Compass)
About Emerald Bay
Emerald Bay is a guard-gated coastal community in North Laguna Beach, bordered by Crystal Cove State Park and the Pacific Ocean, with a private residents' beach and homes in Mediterranean, midcentury, and contemporary styles. Founded in 1929, it is bisected by Pacific Coast Highway and lies within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Estimated monthly payment
6.71% · 30-yr fixed$
$270,955/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $3,650,000 down
Principal & interest$212,192
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$13,688
Property tax (est. 1.1%)$33,458
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$10,646
HOA from listing$971
$233,690/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $7,300,000 down
Principal & interest$188,615
Property tax (est. 1.1%)$33,458
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$10,646
HOA from listing$971
$210,113/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $10,950,000 down
Principal & interest$165,038
Property tax (est. 1.1%)$33,458
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$10,646
HOA from listing$971
Estimated carrying cost
$45,075/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.1%)$33,458
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$10,646
HOA from listing$971
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 6.71% (week of Sep 3, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Laguna Beach rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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