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2855 Zell Drive sold on August 17, 2026 for $3,975,000, 0.5% below the $3,995,000 asking price after 242 days on the market, including an earlier listing; it was first listed at $4,500,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.

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Single Family ResidenceSold · Aug 17, 2026

2855 Zell Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

  • 4 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 2,454 sq ft
  • 7,932 sq ft lot
  • Built 1965
$3,975,000

MLS# LG26099655

Subdivision Top of the World

Top of the World is a hillside neighborhood atop Temple Hill in the San Joaquin Hills of Laguna Beach, where Alta Laguna Park overlooks ocean, canyon, and Saddleback Valley views.

19 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $2,755,000

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The home

About 2855 Zell Drive

Set on an elevated view lot with an unobstructed vantage point, this impressive, fully remodeled Top Of The World home captures panoramic views of the Pacific, Catalina Island, lush canyon, city lights, and the dramatic coastline stretching to Palos Verdes. Refinished hardwood floors run throughout the upper level, encompassing a formal living room anchored by a limestone fireplace finished with custom millwork and a slab surround. The spacious dining area and adjacent family room are lined with walls of glass windows and doors that open to an expansive deck running the length of the home, creating a seamless indoor outdoor flow. Recently reimagined, the chef’s kitchen features quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, brass fixtures and hardware, designer lighting, top-of-the-line Viking appliances, and a large center island complete with prep sink, wine fridge, and breakfast bar seating. Every living space is perfectly oriented to maximize the uninterrupted coastal views. All four bedrooms are located on the lower level, including two potential primary suites and three additional spa-like baths. Each bedroom enjoys ocean views and sliding glass doors opening to a covered patio with year-round sunset views stretching across the horizon. Just beyond, a sprawling lawn with room for a pool is surrounded by lush landscaping and new hardscape, creating a private outdoor setting overlooking the coastline and canyon beyond. Located in one of Laguna Beach’s most coveted hillside communities, the home enjoys close proximity to award-winning schools including Top Of The World Elementary, Alta Laguna Park, extensive hiking and biking trails, downtown Laguna Beach, and the area’s renowned beaches.

Property details for 2855 Zell Drive

This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Top of the World neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It offers 2,454 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1965. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 641-134-02. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 7,932-square-foot lot, central air, and an updated home. 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
$3,975,000
Days On Site
N/A
Bedrooms
4
Inside Area (SqFt)
2,454 sqft
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
3
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
7,932 SqFt
Year Built
1965
MLS® Number
LG26099655
Status
Sold
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
Sq Ft Source
Measured

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
LG26099655
Year Built
1965
Living Area (sq ft)
2,454
Living Area Source
Measured
Lot Size (sq ft)
7,931
Lot Size (acres)
0.1821
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
4
View
Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Canyon, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
Parcel Number
64113402
On Market Date
2026-05-08
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Crown Molding, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Six Burner Stove, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Living Room
Laundry
Inside, Laundry Room
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Custom Coverings

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Lighting, Rain Gutters
Lot Features
Back Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Yard
Patio and Porch
Covered, Deck, Patio
Parking
Driveway, Garage
Pool Features
None
Spa
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Condition
Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Top Of The World (TOW)
Community Features
Biking, Hiking, Park

The record

Property History for 2855 Zell Drive

DateEventPriceNote
Aug 17, 2026 Sold $3,975,000
Aug 12, 2026 Status changed to Pending From Active Under Contract
Jul 28, 2026 Status changed to Active Under Contract From Active
Jul 16, 2026 Price reduced $3,995,000 From $4,350,000
Jun 22, 2026 Price reduced $4,350,000 From $4,500,000
May 8, 2026 Relisted $4,500,000
Mar 9, 2022 Sold $3,645,000 First Team Real Estate

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The neighborhood

About Top of the World

Top of the World is a hillside neighborhood atop Temple Hill in the San Joaquin Hills of Laguna Beach, where Alta Laguna Park overlooks ocean, canyon, and Saddleback Valley views. The park is a trailhead into Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, and Top of the World Elementary sits within Laguna Beach Unified School District.

Top of the World home sales, past 12 months

Homes sold
19
Median price
$2,755,000
Median days on market
51
Median per sq ft
$1,360

Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 4, 2025 to Oct 4, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

Recent Top of the World sales

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays on market
2869 Zell Drive Sep 28, 2026 $2,850,000 2,095 $1,360 59
2855 Zell Drive Aug 17, 2026 $3,975,000 2,454 $1,620 78
3208 Bern Court Aug 7, 2026 $3,450,000 2,674 $1,290 231
3191 Bonn Jul 1, 2026 $2,100,000 1,550 $1,355 33
28812 Shady Pl. Jun 26, 2026 $2,850,000 2,400 $1,188 46

Schools

Schools for 2855 Zell Drive

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 Andrea Ballesteros of Coldwell Banker Realty

Listing information updated Aug 17, 2026 at 9:43 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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