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1640 Thurston Drive, Laguna Beach

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1640 Thurston Drive sold on October 24, 2019 for $2,985,000, 9.4% below the $3,295,000 asking price after 178 days on the market; it was first listed at $3,395,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.

$2,985,000

1640 Thurston Drive Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Single Family Residence|Sold

SubdivisionTemple Hills

3Beds
4Total Baths
1Full Baths
3Partial Baths
4,435SqFt
$673$/SqFt
2002Built

About 1640 Thurston Drive

An open concept mid-century design and panoramic views work in perfect harmony at this 4400+SF HOME SITUATED on an exclusive Temple Hills premier private street. This turnkey home delivers exceptional details while pursuing maximum views from every room including a sunken family room punctuated by a large wet bar with a wine frig, an oversized peninsula island (seating for 10-12) fostering effortless entertaining next to walls of glass opening to an outdoor deck & BBQ with spectacular sunset views. Photos do not do this 5 star view justice. 2 balconies span the width of the home offering indoor/outdoor living overlooking white water views of Catalina & San Clemente islands.Two stairways link to the master suite and extraordinary gym which could be converted to a 2nd master with a custom sauna.The lavish master retreat has a large luxurious sitting area, custom built-ins and 2 generous closets. The expansive master bath leads to a private semi-enclosed custom spa overlooking the beach. Two bedrooms afford the lower level replete with private balcony and views.Top of the line chefs kitchen is clad with premium finishes, appliances including Viking range, Bosch double oven, warming oven, dishwasher, Sub-Zero frig, vegetable sink and island. The laundry room is located on the 2nd floor with sink. House includes a water filtration system, saltwater-based water softener, security system and abundant storage throughout. Welcome to the perfect balance of functionally and feng shui.

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
OC19006641
Year Built
2002
Living Area (sq ft)
4,435
Lot Size (sq ft)
6,800
Lot Size (acres)
0.1561
Levels
Three Or More
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
4
View
Catalina, Coastline, Canyon, Hills, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
Parcel Number
64138110
On Market Date
2019-01-11
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Wet Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Granite Counters, Living Room Deck Attached, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Sunken Living Room, Bar, All Bedrooms Down, Primary Suite, Utility Room, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Barbecue, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Water Heater, Warming Drawer, Water Purifier, Dryer, Washer
Heating
Forced Air, Fireplaces
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Gas, Living Room
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Blinds, Bay Windows, Custom Coverings, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylights
Doors
Double Door Entry, Mirrored Closet Doors, Service Entrance, Sliding Doors, Storm Doors
Accessibility
Safe Emergency Egress From Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Rain Gutters
Roof
Mixed
Lot Features
Back Yard, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Sloped Down, Rectangular Lot
Parking
Driveway Down Slope From Street, Direct Access, Door Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Paved
Fencing
Glass
Pool Features
None
Spa
Heated, In Ground, Permits, Private
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Water Connected
Condition
Termite Clearance, Turnkey
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Temple Hills (TH)
Community Features
Gutters, Mountainous, Preserve Public Land
Security
Prewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Schools

School District
Laguna Beach Unified

Property Details for 1640 Thurston Drive

This 3-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Temple Hills neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It offers 4,435 square feet of living space. The home was built in 2002. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 641-381-10. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a private spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 6,800-square-foot lot, and a turnkey home. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.

Property History

1640 Thurston Drive was listed for sale on January 11, 2019 at $3,395,000.

About Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach is a coastal Orange County city set along a shoreline of coves and bluffs, with beaches including Main Beach, Heisler Park, and Crystal Cove State Park reached from Pacific Coast Highway. Rooted in an early-1900s artists' colony, it hosts the Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.

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