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165 Emerald Bay sold on May 31, 2019 for $13,600,000, 9.3% below the $14,995,000 asking price after 719 days on the market; it was first listed at $18,995,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
165 Emerald Bay Laguna Beach, CA 92651
SubdivisionEmerald Bay

About 165 Emerald Bay
Completed in 2016, This new-build Santa Barbara style estate on an oversized lot in Emerald Bay emanates the finest in luxury living. Capturing the tranquil essence of the ocean and earth, the expansive property boasts unobstructed sweeping views of the Pacific. The “smart” home provides countless amenities and exceptional construction using superior materials inside and out. It features over 6800 square feet of living space, offering 5 bedrooms w/en suites, including 2 separate guest quarters with private entry. Among the extensive features, enjoy a 1,000 bottle temp controlled wine tasting room, custom library/office, multiple outdoor seating spaces & fireplaces, and an elevator. The ground floor offers a beautifully appointed great room and bar opening out to the lush, private lanai. Land space like this is rare in Emerald Bay, offering a large secluded yard with an infinity pool & spa. The chef’s kitchen boasts Sub Zero/Wolf/Bosch appliances for a superb culinary experience. The preserved structural details and design from renowned architect Chris Light incorporate elements like Italian limestone, walnut floors, marble, and stone accents throughout. These elements anchor the natural light and coastal colors, making this stunning home your personal sanctuary.
165 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
- Price
- $13,600,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 6,836 sqft
- Total Baths
- 8
- Full Baths
- 5
- Partial Baths
- 3
- Lot Size
- 9,583 SqFt
- Year Built
- 2016
- MLS® Number
- OC17089682
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $675 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- N/A
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC17089682
- Year Built
- 2016
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 6,836
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 9,583
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.22
- Levels
- Two, Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 5
- Half Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 4
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Catalina, Ocean, Panoramic, Pool
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $675
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- _
- Parcel Number
- 05304059
- On Market Date
- 2017-04-26
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Bar, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Elevator, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Smart Home
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Barbecue, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Indoor Grill, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Warming Drawer
- Flooring
- Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Zoned
- Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside
- Laundry
- Common Area, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Atrium, Blinds, Bay Windows, Custom Coverings, Drapes, Screens, Shutters
- Accessibility
- Customized Wheelchair Accessible, Safe Emergency Egress From Home, Accessible Elevator Installed, Parking, Accessible Approach With Ramp, Accessible Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Custom
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Construction
- Stone, Copper Plumbing
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Secluded, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Deck, Open, Patio, Porch, Stone, Terrace
- Parking
- Covered, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Private, One Space, Side By Side, Tandem
- Fencing
- Block
- Pool Features
- Above Ground, Filtered, Heated, Infinity, Private, Waterfall, Association
- Spa
- Above Ground, Heated, Permits, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Cable Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Faces
- West
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Emerald Bay (EB)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gutters, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Call For Rules, Controlled Access, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Pets Allowed, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Fire Sprinkler System, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Twenty Four Hour Security, Smoke Detectors, Security Lights
Schools
- School District
- Laguna Beach Unified
- Elementary School
- El Morro
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Property Details for 165 Emerald Bay
This 5-bedroom, 8-bath single-family home sits in the Emerald Bay neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It offers 6,836 square feet of living space. The home was built in 2016. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-040-59. Highlights include ocean and Catalina views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached four-car garage, and a 9,583-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
165 Emerald Bay was listed for sale on April 26, 2017 at $18,995,000.
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.
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