Sold
166 Fairview sold on August 31, 2026 for $4,600,000, 7.9% below the $4,995,000 asking price after 13 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
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166 Fairview, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 5 beds
- 5 baths
- 2,595 sq ft
- Built 1952
$4,600,000
Subdivision North Laguna
North Laguna anchors the northern end of Laguna Beach, where Heisler Park follows the bluffs along Cliff Drive above Crescent Bay, Shaw's Cove, and Diver's Cove.
This home has a newer listing: MLS LG26150245 (Sold).
The home
About 166 Fairview
Located just steps from Shaw's Cove, 166 and 168 Fairview Street comprise a beautifully renovated North Laguna duplex offering expansive ocean views, exceptional versatility, and a coveted coastal lifestyle. Thoughtfully reimagined in 2018 with quality craftsmanship throughout, the property presents a rare opportunity for luxury investment, multigenerational living, or the flexibility to enjoy one residence while generating income from the other.
Designed to embrace its stunning coastal setting, both residences feature open-concept living spaces that flow seamlessly to expansive view decks through LaCantina folding doors. With nearly 500 square feet of combined deck space, the property offers exceptional indoor outdoor living with ample room to relax, entertain, and enjoy the expansive ocean views. Designer finishes, premium appliances, integrated smart home technology, and central heating and air conditioning create stylish, comfortable interiors that are equally suited for everyday living and entertaining. The lower residence offers three bedrooms and three bathrooms, complemented by generous outdoor living spaces and a private garden retreat just outside the primary suite. Upstairs, the two bedroom residence features its own expansive deck overlooking the Pacific, creating the perfect setting to relax, dine, or enjoy spectacular sunsets. Extensively renovated with long-term quality in mind, the property includes updated plumbing and electrical systems, Milgard insulated fiberglass windows, energy-efficient HVAC, solar power, a water softening system, reverse osmosis drinking water, and abundant storage for surfboards, beach chairs, and other coastal essentials. Each residence also includes a private one-car garage, additional driveway parking, and mature lemon and orange trees that enhance the inviting outdoor spaces. Ideally located in one of Laguna Beach's most desirable neighborhoods, the property is just moments from Shaw's Cove, the Laguna Beach Trolley, renowned restaurants, art galleries, boutique shopping, and some of the area's most beautiful beaches.
Property details for 166 Fairview
This 5-bedroom, 5-bath duplex sits in the North Laguna neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It offers 2,595 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1952. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-153-13. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, 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
- $4,600,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,595 sqft
- Total Baths
- 5
- Full Baths
- 4
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1952
- MLS® Number
- LG26149749
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Appraiser
General Features
- Property Type
- Duplex
- MLS Number
- LG26149749
- Year Built
- 1952
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,595
- Living Area Source
- Appraiser
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 5,401
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.124
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 4
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 6
- View
- City Lights, Coastline, Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
- Parcel Number
- 05315313
- On Market Date
- 2026-07-09
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Balcony, Granite Counters, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Solar
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Composition
- Lot Features
- Garden
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Deck, Patio
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
- Fencing
- Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 2
Community Features
- Subdivision
- North Laguna (NL)
- Community Features
- Curbs
- Security
- Security System
The record
Property History for 166 Fairview
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | Sold | $4,600,000 | |
| Jul 9, 2026 | Listed for sale | $4,995,000 | |
| Sep 14, 2017 | Sold | $2,800,000 | Berkshire Hathaway HomeService |
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The neighborhood
About North Laguna
North Laguna anchors the northern end of Laguna Beach, where Heisler Park follows the bluffs along Cliff Drive above Crescent Bay, Shaw's Cove, and Diver's Cove. Its Tree Streets, an alphabetical botanical grid beginning at Aster Street, are lined with early-1900s cottages within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Laguna Beach home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 11
- Median price
- $2,750,000
- Median days on market
- 76
- Median per sq ft
- $1,531
Recorded MLS closings of duplexes, Oct 1, 2025 to Oct 1, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Laguna Beach sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 166 Fairview | Aug 31, 2026 | $4,600,000 | 2,595 | $1,773 | 13 |
| 284 Chiquita | Aug 28, 2026 | $3,200,000 | 1,724 | $1,856 | 39 |
| 1553 Arroyo Drive | Jul 21, 2026 | $2,050,000 | 1,488 | $1,378 | 30 |
| 2110 Ocean Way | Apr 2, 2026 | $5,430,000 | 3,546 | $1,531 | 0 |
| 464 Agate Street A/B | Mar 27, 2026 | $2,750,000 | 1,633 | $1,684 | 166 |
Schools
Schools for 166 Fairview
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- High
- Laguna Beach
- District
- Laguna Beach Unified
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Listed by Andrea Ballesteros of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated Aug 31, 2026 at 6:41 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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