Sold
2526 Monaco Drive sold on July 30, 2015 for $7,000,000, 5.3% below the $7,395,000 asking price after 316 days on the market, including an earlier listing. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
2526 Monaco Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,265 sq ft
- 0.27-acre lot
- Built 1961
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$7,000,000
Subdivision Irvine Cove
Irvine Cove sits at the northern edge of Laguna Beach, a gated community straddling Pacific Coast Highway with a tunnel linking the inland side to a residents-only beach cove.
This home has a newer listing: MLS NP23073839 (Sold).
The home
About 2526 Monaco Drive
Located on the ocean side of Pacific Coast Highway and featuring views of the ocean, this inviting contemporary residence is the perfect setting for living and entertaining at the beach. Located in the exclusive guard gated community of Irvine Cove, this sophisticated four bedroom, four bath home features single level living with close proximity to the private beach and community tennis courts. The gourmet kitchen includes Carrara marble counters and center island, Sub Zero and stainless Thermador appliances. The spacious master bedroom suite opens to an inviting pool terrace and master bath with stone shower, soaking tub and his and her walk-in closets. Additional notable features include Savant home automation system offering control of lighting, climate, entertainment and security, bamboo floors, and an open-air gazebo with views of the ocean and coastline. A three-car finished garage completes this exemplary residence.
Property details for 2526 Monaco Drive
This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Irvine Cove neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 3,265 square feet of living space on a 0.27-acre lot. The home was built in 1961. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-316-10. Highlights include ocean and Catalina views, a pool, a fireplace, single-story living, a guard-gated community, and an attached three-car garage.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP15135895
- Year Built
- 1961
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,265
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 11,761
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.27
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 6
- View
- Catalina, Ocean, Water
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $8,000
- HOA Frequency
- Annually
- Parcel Number
- 05331610
- On Market Date
- 2015-04-23
- Listing Terms
- Standard
- HOA fees
- $666.67 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Built In Features, Eat In Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Unfurnished, Wired For Sound, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Dressing Area, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Warming Drawer, Water Purifier
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Custom Coverings, Drapes
- Doors
- Double Door Entry, French Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Concrete
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Paved, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Trees
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Deck, Enclosed, Rooftop, Wood
- Parking
- Concrete, Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Private, Storage
- Fencing
- Block, Privacy, Wood, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Fenced, Filtered, Heated, In Ground
- Spa
- None
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Sewer Available, Sewer Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Irvine Cove (IC)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gutters, Suburban, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Controlled Access, Picnic Area, Guard, Security, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Twenty Four Hour Security, Smoke Detectors, Security Guard
The record
Property History for 2526 Monaco Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2023 | Sold | $11,000,000 | VALIA Properties |
| Oct 7, 2020 | Sold | $7,340,000 | VILLA REAL ESTATE |
| Jul 30, 2015 | Sold | $7,000,000 | |
| Apr 23, 2015 | Relisted | $7,395,000 |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 2526 Monaco Drive
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 06059C0412K 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: AT&T, up to 5,000 Mbps, at 3 of 52 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 51 of 52. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 38 of 52.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626562021, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.3 miles away (ChargePoint, 1 DC fast port). 20 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 Irvine Cove
Irvine Cove sits at the northern edge of Laguna Beach, a gated community straddling Pacific Coast Highway with a tunnel linking the inland side to a residents-only beach cove. Subdivided from the Irvine Ranch in 1958, this enclave of roughly 110 Mediterranean and contemporary estates offers Catalina Island views, tennis courts, and parks.
Laguna Beach home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 261
- Median price
- $3,350,000
- Median days on market
- 33
- Median per sq ft
- $1,619
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 22, 2025 to Oct 22, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
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Schools
School District for 2526 Monaco Drive
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The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.
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Listing information updated Apr 30, 2021 at 8:53 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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