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217 Emerald Bay sold on September 26, 2014 for $3,150,000, 10% below the $3,499,000 asking price after 145 days on the market; it was first listed at $3,749,000. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold · Sep 26, 2014

217 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

  • 3 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 2,600 sq ft
  • 3,920 sq ft lot
  • Built 1946

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$3,150,000

MLS# NP14086440

Subdivision 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

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The home

About 217 Emerald Bay

Unabashedly elegant Santa Barbara residence located in the prestigious guard-gated community of Emerald Bay. Amenities abound in this gorgeous 3-bedroom, 4-bathroom home, plus finished basement, including exposed beamed ceilings, dark custom wood flooring, a sophisticated Dutch entry, travertine and stone finishes, upgraded appliances and French doors. Guests are immediately welcomed by the masterfully designed spacious courtyard while several balconies offer cool ocean breezes and bright water views. Two master bedrooms are located on separate levels with individual entrances for ultimate privacy and offer large soaking tubs, dual vanities and walk-in closets. Exuding charm and warmth, this inviting residence is a jewel within one of North Laguna's most prestigious communities, offering residents a private beach, tennis courts, clubhouse, parks, and 24-hour guard-gated security.

Property details for 217 Emerald Bay

This 3-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Emerald Bay neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 2,600 square feet of living space on a 3,920-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1946. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-073-28. Highlights include ocean views, a community pool, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached two-car garage, and central air.

Specifications

Home Details

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
NP14086440
Year Built
1946
Living Area (sq ft)
2,600
Lot Size (sq ft)
3,920
Lot Size (acres)
0.09
Levels
Three Or More
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
4
View
Courtyard, Ocean, Water
Private Pool
Yes
HOA Dues
$8,100
HOA Frequency
Annually
Parcel Number
05307328
On Market Date
2014-04-25
Listing Terms
Standard
HOA fees
$675 monthly

Interior Features

Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, Granite Counters, Living Room Deck Attached, Multiple Staircases, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Six Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Range Hood
Flooring
Carpet, Stone, Wood
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Family Room, Living Room
Laundry
Inside
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Skylights, Wood Frames
Doors
French Doors

Exterior Features

Roof
Spanish Tile
Lot Features
Landscaped, Secluded
Patio and Porch
Deck, Rooftop
Parking
Concrete, Door Single, Driveway, Garage, Private
Fencing
Block
Pool Features
Community, Association
Spa
None
Water
Public
Utilities
Sewer Available, Sewer Connected
Condition
Updated Remodeled
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Emerald Bay (EB)
Community Features
Curbs, Street Lights, Suburban, Gated, Pool
Association Amenities
Clubhouse, Playground, Pool, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts
Security
Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Twenty Four Hour Security, Security Guard

The record

Property History for 217 Emerald Bay

DateEventPriceNote
Sep 26, 2014 Sold $3,150,000
Apr 25, 2014 Listed for sale $3,749,000

No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.

Added by Realatrends Real Estate

Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 217 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 06059C0416K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.

Fire hazard severity zone

Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, State Responsibility Area.

CAL FIRE, State Responsibility Area map effective April 1, 2024. 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

Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 28 of 29 residential locations in this census block. DSL: Frontier, up to 10 Mbps, at 1 of 29. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 19 of 29.

FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626562042, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.

EV charging

Nearest public charger 1.4 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 24 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. 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 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.

Recent Emerald Bay sales

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays 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

Schools

School District for 217 Emerald Bay

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.

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Listing information updated Jul 25, 2023 at 6:11 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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