199 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 5 beds
- 7 baths
- 7,078 sq ft
- 0.32-acre lot
- Built 1996
$36,500,000
Est. $245,659/mo with 20% down, 30-year fixed
$5,157 a sq ft against a $2,708 Emerald Bay median. Ask how it comparesSubdivision 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.
12 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $9,812,500
The home
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.
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 has 7,078 square feet of living space on a 0.32-acre lot 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.
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Specifications
Home Details
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
- HOA fees
- $971.25 monthly
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
The record
Property History for 199 Emerald Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2026 | Price reduced | $36,500,000 | From $44,995,000 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Listed for sale | $44,995,000 | |
| Mar 9, 2019 | Sold | $16,050,000 | Compass |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 199 Emerald Bay
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 06059C0412K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
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
Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for earthquake-induced landslides.
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
Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 43 of 43 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 36 of 43. Fixed wireless: AT&T, up to 25 Mbps, at 8 of 43.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626562023, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.5 miles away (ChargePoint, 1 DC fast port). 22 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
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.32% · 30-yr fixed$
$284,420/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $3,650,000 down
Principal & interest$225,657
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
$245,659/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $7,300,000 down
Principal & interest$200,584
Property tax (est. 1.1%)$33,458
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$10,646
HOA from listing$971
$220,586/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $10,950,000 down
Principal & interest$175,511
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 7.32% (week of Oct 22, 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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The neighborhood
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.
Emerald Bay home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 12
- Median price
- $9,812,500
- Median days on market
- 57
- Median per sq ft
- $2,708
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 22, 2025 to Oct 22, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Emerald Bay sales
At $5,157 per square foot, this home's asking price is 90% above the Emerald Bay median of $2,708 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Emerald Bay sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 307 Emerald Bay | Sep 17, 2026 | $5,300,000 | 2,417 | $2,193 | 87 |
| 64 Emerald Bay | Aug 11, 2026 | $9,700,000 | 3,588 | $2,703 | 429 |
| 145 EMERALD BAY | Aug 5, 2026 | $22,000,000 | 6,965 | $3,159 | 0 |
| 74 Emerald Bay | Jul 7, 2026 | $13,250,000 | 1,874 | $7,070 | 430 |
| 32 Emerald Bay | Jun 16, 2026 | $7,600,000 | 3,717 | $2,045 | 26 |
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School District for 199 Emerald Bay
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The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.
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Listed by John Stanaland of The Agency
Listing information updated May 18, 2026 at 2:43 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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