Sold
253 Emerald Bay sold on August 26, 2021 for $7,000,001, 0.1% above the $6,995,000 asking price after 46 days on the market; it was first listed at $7,500,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
253 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 5 beds
- 6 baths
- 4,729 sq ft
- 5,650 sq ft lot
- Built 2008
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$7,000,001
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
The home
About 253 Emerald Bay
Within the private seclusion and sought after community of Emerald Bay this soft contemporary residence is positioned on a rare street to street lot overlooking the enclaves private Swanson Park. Just recently updated to the highest build quality, this residence welcomes guests with a private front courtyard and main level chef’s kitchen with quartz counters & Decor graphite stainless steel appliances. The natural light & vaulted ceilings of the main entertaining space with retractable glass doors flows throughout to 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and 2 powder rooms. The Master retreat features a private terrace, spacious bathroom and a closet to be coveted by design and scale. The master bath features an exquisite use of finishes with a freestanding tub & shower. Additionally, the home offers a fully functioning Media Room complete with Savant Home automation throughout. The exterior grounds play host to the properties saltwater pool with spill-over spa, a second outdoor fireplace with lounge seating plus a separate Casita/5th bedroom and bath. An over-sized bedroom suite can opt as a second master while two additional bedroom suites share their own separate bonus room with study and entertainment center. This home must be seen to be truly appreciated and currently offered by a highly motivated seller.
Property details for 253 Emerald Bay
This 5-bedroom, 6-bath single-family home sits in the Emerald Bay neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 4,729 square feet of living space on a 5,650-square-foot lot. The home was built in 2008. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-073-11. Highlights include canyon views, a private pool, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP21097534
- Year Built
- 2008
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 4,729
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 5,650
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1297
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 4
- Half Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Canyon, Park Greenbelt
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $8,000
- HOA Frequency
- Annually
- HOA Name
- Emerald Bay
- Parcel Number
- 05307311
- On Market Date
- 2021-05-14
- Listing Terms
- Standard
- HOA fees
- $666.67 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Outside
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Near Park
- Pool Features
- Private, Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Emerald Bay (EB)
- Community Features
- Suburban, Park
- Association Amenities
- Controlled Access, Sport Court, Fire Pit, Meeting Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Recreation Room, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts
The record
Property History for 253 Emerald Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 2021 | Sold | $7,000,001 | |
| Aug 19, 2021 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Aug 1, 2021 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Jul 29, 2021 | Status changed to Active | From Hold | |
| Jun 29, 2021 | Status changed to Hold | From Active | |
| Jun 16, 2021 | Price reduced | $6,995,000 | From $7,500,000 |
| May 14, 2021 | Status changed to Active | From Coming Soon | |
| May 14, 2021 | Listed for sale | $7,500,000 | |
| Nov 1, 2017 | Sold | $5,900,000 | HOM Sotheby's International Re |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 253 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 1.5 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 22 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
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days 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 |
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Schools
School District for 253 Emerald Bay
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The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.
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Listed by Rex McKown of Compass
Listing information updated Aug 27, 2021 at 10:17 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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