Sold
741 Marlin sold on February 25, 2026 for $2,900,000, 5.7% below the $3,075,000 asking price after 83 days on the market; it was first listed at $3,199,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
741 Marlin, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,662 sq ft
- 6,003 sq ft lot
- Built 1982
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$2,900,000
Subdivision Portafina
Portafina rises across the hillsides of South Laguna Beach, just south of Moulton Meadows Park and within reach of Victoria Beach and its landmark Pirate Tower.
11 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $4,875,000
The home
About 741 Marlin
Modern Coastal Sanctuary with Ocean Views. Perched above the shimmering shoreline of Victoria Beach, this stunning Laguna Beach residence offers the perfect blend of contemporary design, comfort, and serenity. Nestled in the coveted Portafina neighborhood, this residence provides beautiful views of the Pacific, Catalina Island, and vibrant evening sunsets.
Originally crafted by architect Timothy Wilkers, a student of the celebrated Chris Abel, this home reflects timeless California modernism, where glass, light, and natural materials come together in perfect balance. Enter through an inviting courtyard and walk into revealing sunlit interiors framed by walls of glass and high, airy ceilings.
Open concept floor-plan from the designer kitchen to the dining and living areas. The gourmet kitchen features premium appliances, sleek cabinetry, and an oversized island ideal for gatherings. Step outside onto the expansive deck to take in the salty breeze and panoramic ocean backdrop.
A guest suite with private courtyard access and a relaxing family room with fireplace, create flexible spaces for everyday living and unwinding. Upstairs, the primary suite captures the home’s full sense of tranquility, with skylights, a private ocean-view balcony, a spacious walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bathroom with dual vanities. Two additional bedrooms share a beautifully updated bath, completing the upper level.
Just moments from Laguna’s best beaches, scenic hiking trails, and the shops and restaurants of downtown, this property offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle, where modern design meets the relaxed rhythm of beachside living.
Property details for 741 Marlin
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Portafina neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It offers 2,662 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1982. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 656-056-02. Highlights include ocean and panoramic views, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 6,003-square-foot lot, a turnkey home, and contemporary architecture. 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
- $2,900,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,662 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 6,003 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1982
- MLS® Number
- NP25257799
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP25257799
- Year Built
- 1982
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,662
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,003
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1378
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Ocean, Panoramic
- Parcel Number
- 65605602
- On Market Date
- 2025-11-21
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Sunken Living Room, Bar, Bedroom On Main Level, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Water Softener, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Skylights
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary, Modern
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Asphalt, Rolled Hot Mop
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Sloped Down, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Deck
- Parking
- Direct Access, Door Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
- Fencing
- Average Condition, Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Portafina (PF)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Street Lights, Suburban
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 741 Marlin
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2026 | Sold | $2,900,000 | |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Pending | |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Status changed to Pending | From Active | |
| Jan 9, 2026 | Price reduced | $3,075,000 | From $3,199,000 |
| Nov 21, 2025 | Listed for sale | $3,199,000 | |
| Jul 31, 2025 | Sold | $3,160,000 | Douglas Elliman of California, Inc. |
| Jul 11, 2023 | Sold | $2,750,000 | Coldwell Banker Realty |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 741 Marlin
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
Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 98 of 98 residential locations in this census block. DSL: Frontier, up to 10 Mbps, at 1 of 98. Fixed wireless: AT&T, up to 25 Mbps, at 3 of 98.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626203014, 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). 46 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 Portafina
Portafina rises across the hillsides of South Laguna Beach, just south of Moulton Meadows Park and within reach of Victoria Beach and its landmark Pirate Tower. Set off Nyes Place above South Coast Highway, the community mixes Contemporary, Craftsman, Mediterranean, and Traditional homes that capture ocean, coastline, and city-lights views, within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Portafina home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 11
- Median price
- $4,875,000
- Median days on market
- 55
- Median per sq ft
- $1,265
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 20, 2025 to Oct 20, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Portafina sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 740 Bolsana | Aug 24, 2026 | $6,950,000 | 4,400 | $1,580 | 10 |
| 627 Nyes | Jul 17, 2026 | $10,000,000 | 3,638 | $2,749 | 0 |
| 766 Pelican | Jun 4, 2026 | $4,200,000 | 3,869 | $1,086 | 65 |
| 725 Balboa Avenue | May 21, 2026 | $4,300,000 | 3,316 | $1,297 | 3 |
| 723 Balboa Avenue | Apr 14, 2026 | $4,950,000 | 4,030 | $1,228 | 55 |
Schools
Schools for 741 Marlin
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Top Of The World
- Middle
- Thurston
- High
- Laguna Beach
- District
- Laguna Beach Unified
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Listing information updated Feb 26, 2026 at 9:47 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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