$1,125,000
2Beds2Baths963SqFt
34115 Violet Lantern 1Dana Point, CA 92629Lantern Village Central
Sold
34041 El Contento Drive sold on August 3, 2026 for $1,450,000, 3.3% below the $1,499,000 asking price after 168 days on the market; it was first listed at $1,600,000. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
$1,450,000
34041 El Contento Drive Dana Point, CA 92629
2Beds
2Total Baths
2Full Baths
945SqFt
$1,534$/SqFt
1960Built
SubdivisionLantern Village Central
About 34041 El Contento Drive
Tired of HOA fees?? Looking for your first home, or downsizing or want a great 2nd home getaway or investment property? Discover coastal living at its finest in this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-level beach cottage, perfectly positioned in Dana Point's coveted Lantern Village. This delightful home offers the ultimate Southern California lifestyle where ocean breezes, walkability, and modern comfort come together seamlessly.
Just a 10-minute stroll to the beach and Dana Point Harbor, you'll enjoy easy access to waterfront dining, shopping, and coastal recreation. The vibrant Lantern Village puts boutique shops, local restaurants, and cafés right at your doorstep, making this the perfect spot for those who love to walk everywhere.
The heart of this home shines with a completely renovated kitchen (2021) featuring: Custom cabinetry with ample storage, elegant quartz countertops, stylish modern tile back splash, brand-new stainless steel appliances, contemporary sink and fixtures, and beautiful bamboo flooring throughout.
The enclosed front patio offers a private retreat with clever open-air windows that frame peek-a-boo ocean views and invite natural light while maintaining your privacy—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation.
Located in a family-friendly neighborhood with nearby schools, a convenient dog park for your four-legged companions, and the heart of Dana Point's community just moments away. This rare single-level cottage combines turnkey condition with an unbeatable location. Experience the best of coastal living where every day feels like a vacation!
34041 El Contento Drive, Dana Point
- Price
- $1,450,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 945 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 2,100 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1960
- MLS® Number
- NP26009731
- 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
- NP26009731
- Year Built
- 1960
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 945
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,100
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0482
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Bay, City Lights, Ocean, Peek A Boo, Water
- Parcel Number
- 68213515
- On Market Date
- 2026-01-16
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Built In Features, Block Walls, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Bar, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Tile Counters, Track Lighting, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Galley Kitchen, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven
- Flooring
- Bamboo, Tile
- Heating
- Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Wall Window Units
- Fireplace
- Dining Room, Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter, Great Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Custom Coverings, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Roller Shields, Screens, Skylights
- Doors
- Mirrored Closet Doors, Service Entrance, Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home, Grab Bars, No Stairs, Accessible Entrance
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Spanish, Patio Home
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Foam
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Corners Marked, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Rectangular Lot, Sloped Up, Walkstreet
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Wrap Around
- Parking
- Concrete, Direct Access, Door Single, Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Private, One Space, On Street
- Fencing
- Block, Good Condition, Stucco Wall
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Overhead Utilities
- Condition
- Building Permit, Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Faces
- Southwest
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Lantern Village Central (LDC)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Golf, Gutters, Hiking, Preserve Public Land, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Water Sports, Fishing, Marina, Park
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Smoke Detectors, Security Lights
Schools
- School District
- Capistrano Unified
- High School
- Dana Point
Property Details for 34041 El Contento Drive
This 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Lantern Village Central neighborhood of Dana Point in Orange County. It offers 945 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1960. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 682-135-15. Highlights include peek-a-boo ocean and bay views, ocean frontage, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached one-car garage, and a 2,100-square-foot lot. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Property History
34041 El Contento Drive was listed for sale on January 16, 2026 at $1,600,000.
About Dana Point
Dana Point sits on the Pacific coast in south Orange County, between Laguna Beach and San Clemente, anchored by Dana Point Harbor and bluff-top headlands above Doheny State Beach, Salt Creek Beach, and Strands Beach. Its Lantern District carries street names like Blue Lantern and Violet Lantern, within the Capistrano Unified School District.
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