Sold
38 Lagunita Drive sold on February 1, 2021 for $5,450,000, 1.9% below the $5,555,000 asking price after 99 days on the market; it was first listed at $5,998,000. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
38 Lagunita Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,200 sq ft
- 6,786 sq ft lot
- Built 1941
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$5,450,000
Subdivision Lagunita
Lagunita is a gated community on the ocean side of South Coast Highway in South Laguna Beach, bordered to the north by Victoria Beach and its landmark 1926 stone tower.
The home
About 38 Lagunita Drive
Situated on a corner lot of a cul-de-sac street, this newly remodeled residence embodies tranquil coastal living in the treasured private community of Lagunita. Nearly every room in the home is oriented to enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean and the neutral palette and minimalist decor define the home's effortlessly chic living spaces. The home was recently reconfigured and offers approximately 3,200 s.f. of open-concept living with 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, a walk-in butlers pantry, wine storage and an oversized laundry room. Open to the dining and living rooms, the light and bright kitchen was thoughtfully designed with Thermador appliances, hardwood inset shaker cabinetry, Statuario marble countertops, butler's pantry & black Bardiglio marble wine closet. The generously sized master suite offers 2 walk-in closets, fireplace, Carrera Marble master bath with a steam shower and soaking tub and private deck. Enjoy gentle ocean breezes and fiery sunsets from the covered outdoor patio and large lawn or retreat to the secondary outdoor patio complete with fireplace. The home also includes plans for a stunning pool, ready for design review & permitting. Additional upgrades include new plumbing, electrical, HVAC, full house fire sprinklers & structural improvements. The community of Lagunita offers privacy and security with gate access and a patrolling guard. This residence is steps away from private access to famed Victoria Beach & Pirate Tower and is adjacent to renowned Montage Resort.
Property details for 38 Lagunita Drive
This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Lagunita neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 3,200 square feet of living space on a 6,786-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1941. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 656-171-50. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a fireplace, a gated community, a two-car garage, central air, and an updated home.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP20170458
- Year Built
- 1941
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,200
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,786
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1558
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 4
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Coastline, Neighborhood, Ocean
- HOA Dues
- $225
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- BHE Management
- Parcel Number
- 65617150
- On Market Date
- 2020-08-23
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Built In Features, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave
- Flooring
- Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Roof
- Asphalt, Shingle
- Foundation
- Pillar Post Pier
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Open, Patio, Stone
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
- Fencing
- Brick, Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Lagunita (LA)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Controlled Access
- Security
- Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Sprinkler System, Security Gate, Gated Community, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 38 Lagunita Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 1, 2021 | Sold | $5,450,000 | |
| Dec 1, 2020 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Nov 6, 2020 | Price reduced | $5,555,000 | From $5,650,000 |
| Sep 28, 2020 | Price reduced | $5,650,000 | From $5,998,000 |
| Aug 23, 2020 | Listed for sale | $5,998,000 | |
| Oct 3, 2017 | Sold | $3,400,000 | Surterre Properties |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 38 Lagunita 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 06059C0419K 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: Frontier, up to 7,000 Mbps, at 1 of 148 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 148 of 148. DSL: Frontier, up to 10 Mbps, at 1 of 148.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626324017, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.5 miles away (EV Connect, 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 Lagunita
Lagunita is a gated community on the ocean side of South Coast Highway in South Laguna Beach, bordered to the north by Victoria Beach and its landmark 1926 stone tower. Homes here date to the early 1940s, and the neighborhood sits within the Laguna Beach Unified School District, a short walk from the Montage resort and Treasure Island Park.
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.
Recent Laguna Beach sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 933 Coast View | Oct 22, 2026 | $3,200,000 | 1,733 | $1,847 | 29 |
| 9 Carmel Court | Oct 21, 2026 | $1,399,000 | 1,665 | $840 | 1 |
| 699 Wendt Terrace | Oct 19, 2026 | $4,200,000 | 2,827 | $1,486 | 8 |
| 31632 2nd Avenue | Oct 16, 2026 | $1,875,000 | 832 | $2,254 | 0 |
| 1264 Anacapa | Oct 16, 2026 | $5,500,000 | 3,299 | $1,667 | 0 |
Schools
School District for 38 Lagunita 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 10:16 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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