Sold
509 Diamond sold on May 1, 2026 for $4,825,000, 1.5% below the $4,900,000 asking price after 35 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
509 Diamond, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 5 beds
- 4 baths
- 1,864 sq ft
- 0.32-acre lot
- Built 1939
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$4,825,000
Subdivision Woods Cove
Woods Cove sits on the bluffs of Laguna Beach between Moss Street Beach and Pearl Street Beach, where Diamond Street meets Ocean Way and a stairway descends to a sandy cove with tide pools and the Keystone Arch.
16 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $3,650,000
The home
About 509 Diamond
Originally built in 1939 as a classic coastal cottage, this beautifully restored home in the coveted Woods Cove neighborhood of Laguna Beach blends timeless character with thoughtful modern upgrades. Meticulously renovated while honoring its vintage roots, the residence captures the charm of Laguna’s early seaside homes while offering the comfort and functionality of contemporary living.Inside, the home showcases distinctive architectural details, including a custom tongue-and-groove ceiling in the living room that highlights the cottage’s historic character. Natural light fills the inviting living spaces, creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere that reflects the easygoing coastal lifestyle just blocks from the shoreline at Woods Cove Beach.The flexible floor plan offers four bedrooms or three bedrooms plus a dedicated office, along with three well-appointed bathrooms. Each space has been thoughtfully updated while maintaining the home’s original charm, creating an ideal balance of style, comfort, and practicality. Outdoor living is a defining feature of the property. A wraparound ocean-view deck provides the perfect setting for morning coffee, sunset gatherings, and year-round entertaining while taking in sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, and the sparkling city lights of Laguna Beach after dusk. Enchanting verandas line the pathways throughout the property, enhancing the home’s storybook feel and creating inviting spaces to relax and unwind.The backyard features a spacious veranda topped with a pergola—an idyllic retreat for afternoon lounging, outdoor dining, or enjoying the coastal breeze. Lush landscaping and charming pathways add to the peaceful garden atmosphere.A separate studio ADU offers exceptional versatility, complete with its own kitchen and bathroom—ideal for guests, extended family, a private workspace, or potential rental income.Additional conveniences include a large gravel driveway that provides ample parking and an EV charging port for electric vehicles. Located within the highly regarded Laguna Beach Unified School District, the home offers an added advantage for families seeking top-tier local schools.Just a few blocks from the sand and moments from the vibrant galleries, restaurants, and boutiques of downtown Laguna Beach, this enchanting Woods Cove property offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Laguna’s history while enjoying the best of coastal California living.
Property details for 509 Diamond
This 5-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Woods Cove neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 1,864 square feet of living space on a 0.32-acre lot. The home was built in 1939. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 644-292-06. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a fireplace, a one-car garage, an updated home, and cottage architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG26054669
- Year Built
- 1939
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,864
- Living Area Source
- Owner
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 14,068
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.323
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 4
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 1
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic
- Parcel Number
- 64429206
- On Market Date
- 2026-03-15
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fans, Living Room Deck Attached, Bedroom On Main Level
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Vinyl
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Casement Windows, Screens
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cottage
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
- Construction
- Copper Plumbing
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden
- Patio and Porch
- Brick, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Wrap Around
- Parking
- Door Single, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Garage, Gravel
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Sewer Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 2
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Woods Cove (WC)
- Community Features
- Street Lights, Suburban
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 509 Diamond
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2026 | Sold | $4,825,000 | |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Apr 20, 2026 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Mar 15, 2026 | Listed for sale | $4,900,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 509 Diamond
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 06059C0419K 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
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 70 of 74 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 74 of 74. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 69 of 74.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626203003, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.3 miles away (Tesla Destination, 2 Level 2 ports). 40 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 Woods Cove
Woods Cove sits on the bluffs of Laguna Beach between Moss Street Beach and Pearl Street Beach, where Diamond Street meets Ocean Way and a stairway descends to a sandy cove with tide pools and the Keystone Arch. Its 1920s and 1930s shingled cottages, Spanish Revival, and Craftsman homes lie within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Woods Cove home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 16
- Median price
- $3,650,000
- Median days on market
- 34
- Median per sq ft
- $2,006
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 21, 2025 to Oct 21, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Woods Cove sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 340 Moss | Oct 13, 2026 | $3,275,000 | 2,107 | $1,554 | 73 |
| 455 Agate | Sep 10, 2026 | $2,525,000 | 1,882 | $1,342 | 49 |
| 376 Diamond | Aug 18, 2026 | $4,237,500 | 1,650 | $2,568 | 37 |
| 590 Diamond Street | Jul 30, 2026 | $4,225,000 | 3,755 | $1,125 | 11 |
| 2482 Glenneyre Street | Jul 16, 2026 | $3,350,000 | 1,988 | $1,685 | 0 |
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Schools
Schools for 509 Diamond
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Top Of The World
- Middle
- Thurston
- High
- Laguna Beach
- District
- Laguna Beach Unified
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Listed by Gilda Duhs of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated May 1, 2026 at 3:03 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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