Sold
1651 Thurston Dr sold on April 15, 2026 for $3,990,517, 2.5% above the $3,895,000 asking price after 13 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
1651 Thurston Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 3 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,272 sq ft
- 10,200 sq ft lot
- Built 1950
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$3,990,517
Subdivision Temple Hills
19 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $3,390,000
The home
About 1651 Thurston Dr
Perched high above the vibrant allure of Laguna Beach, this Single-Level coastal sanctuary offers an extraordinary blend of elegance, comfort, and jaw-dropping vistas. With 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, this home is a masterpiece of open-concept living, designed to showcase sweeping views of Catalina Island, the Pacific Ocean, Main Beach, and fiery sunsets that melt into twinkling city lights. Elevated above the street for maximum privacy, it’s a rare gem for those seeking one-story living with unparalleled scenery.
Step inside, and you’ll find two of the three bedrooms are en-suite, providing the perfect retreat for family or guests. The living room and one en-suite bedroom feature inviting fireplaces, ideal for those crisp coastal evenings, while central air and heat keep you comfortable year-round. The thoughtful layout ensures excellent separation of bedrooms, while the expansive ocean-view decks offer a seamless extension of the living space—perfect for hosting unforgettable gatherings or simply soaking in the serene beauty of the coastline. An enclosed patio, complete with a built-in barbecue and room for a dining table, adds another layer of versatility, making outdoor living as effortless as it is enjoyable.
Practicality meets sophistication with a spacious 2-car garage, an additional 1-car garage, and covered parking for two more vehicles. A long driveway provides even more parking space, making this home as functional as it is luxurious. The generous lot enhances the sense of calm and seclusion, while the quiet private street ensures tranquility without sacrificing proximity to Laguna Beach’s world-renowned beaches, art galleries, and dining.
This is more than a home; it’s a daily retreat, embodying the very best of Southern California coastal living. Don’t let this rare opportunity slip away—your dream lifestyle awaits.
Property details for 1651 Thurston Dr
This 3-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Temple Hills neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It offers 2,272 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1950. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 641-381-23. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached three-car garage, a 10,202-square-foot lot, and central air. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $3,990,517
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,272 sqft
- Total Baths
- 4
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- 3
- Lot Size
- 10,200 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1950
- MLS® Number
- LG26047719
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Appraiser
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG26047719
- Year Built
- 1950
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,272
- Living Area Source
- Appraiser
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 10,200
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2342
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 1
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 6
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Canyon, Ocean, Panoramic
- Parcel Number
- 64138123
- On Market Date
- 2026-03-05
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Balcony, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Tile, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 4
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Stone
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Door Single, Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected
- Faces
- West
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Temple Hills (TH)
- Community Features
- Suburban
The record
Property History for 1651 Thurston Dr
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2026 | Sold | $3,990,517 | |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Listed for sale | $3,895,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 1651 Thurston Dr
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 06059C0417K 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 131 of 147 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 147 of 147. DSL: Frontier, up to 10 Mbps, at 12 of 147.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626191006, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.7 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 30 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 Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach is a coastal Orange County city set along a shoreline of coves and bluffs, with beaches including Main Beach, Heisler Park, and Crystal Cove State Park reached from Pacific Coast Highway. Rooted in an early-1900s artists' colony, it hosts the Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Temple Hills home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 19
- Median price
- $3,390,000
- Median days on market
- 63
- Median per sq ft
- $1,380
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 19, 2025 to Oct 19, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Temple Hills sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2365 Hillview Drive | Sep 14, 2026 | $2,750,000 | 2,945 | $934 | 63 |
| 1375 Cerritos | Aug 21, 2026 | $3,375,000 | 2,445 | $1,380 | 3 |
| 980 Canyon View Drive | Jul 8, 2026 | $3,000,000 | 1,700 | $1,765 | 97 |
| 1992 San Remo | Jul 6, 2026 | $3,700,000 | 3,158 | $1,172 | 33 |
| 1961 San Remo Drive | Jun 15, 2026 | $3,400,000 | 2,430 | $1,399 | 68 |
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Schools
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The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.
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Listing information updated Apr 16, 2026 at 10:47 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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