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4 Shelter Cove sold on August 8, 2019 for $4,490,000, 10.1% below the $4,995,000 asking price after 42 days on the market; it was first listed at $5,400,000. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
4 Shelter Cove, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- 6 beds
- 7 baths
- 8,759 sq ft
- 0.81-acre lot
- Built 2000
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$4,490,000
Subdivision Ocean Ranch ~ Custom
7 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $4,850,000
The home
About 4 Shelter Cove
Representing the pinnacle of refined living at guard-gated Ocean Ranch in Laguna Niguel, this magnificent 8,759-s.f. Italian-Mediterranean estate artfully complements modern advantages with richly detailed Old World craftsmanship. A prime corner homesite on an intimate cul-de-sac is among the most prized in the community. Approximately 35,372 square feet, the private compound showcases a large pool, raised spa, sea life statuary, a loggia, putting green and outdoor kitchen. Breathtaking interiors are appropriately introduced by a dramatic foyer with 30' domed ceiling and a graceful staircase with gold-accented wrought-iron railing. With six ensuite bedrooms and six-and-one-half baths, including a detached guest house, the regal residence ensures comfort for residents, guests and multiple generations. Discover a formal living room with masonry fireplace, formal dining room that opens to the outdoors, a home office with wood-paneled walls and ceiling, a wine cellar, bonus room, and an open great room with pub-inspired wet bar and built-in entertainment system. An open gourmet kitchen displays a u-shaped island, marble countertops, white cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, breakfast area, and Thermador and Sub-Zero appliances. One master suite is located on the first level, with the main master suite situated upstairs and featuring a three-sided fireplace, a retreat, sun deck with stairs to the loggia below, a sauna, dual walk-in closets, jetted tub and oversized multi-head shower.
Property details for 4 Shelter Cove
This 6-bedroom, 7-bath single-family home sits in the Ocean Ranch ~ Custom neighborhood of Laguna Niguel in Orange County. It has 8,759 square feet of living space on a 0.81-acre lot. The home was built in 2000. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 676-761-10. Highlights include a private pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached five-car garage, central air, and a turnkey home.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC19076570
- Year Built
- 2000
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 8,759
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 35,372
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.812
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Full Baths
- 6
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 5
- Parking Spaces
- 15
- View
- Neighborhood, Peek A Boo
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $340
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- First Service
- Parcel Number
- 67676110
- On Market Date
- 2019-04-09
- Listing Terms
- Standard
- HOA fees
- $390 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Tray Ceilings, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Coffered Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Two Story Ceilings, Bar, Wired For Sound, Bedroom On Main Level
- Appliances
- Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Warming Drawer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air, Dual
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas Starter, Guest Accommodations, Living Room, Masonry, Primary Bedroom, Outside, Raised Hearth
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Casement Windows, Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Palladian Windows, Screens, Wood Frames
- Doors
- Double Door Entry, French Doors, Panel Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Concrete, Tile
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Corner Lot, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Deck, Open, Patio
- Parking
- Circular Driveway, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, On Site, Private, Side By Side, Storage
- Fencing
- Block, Stucco Wall, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Heated, In Ground, Private, Association
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Ocean Ranch ~ Custom (BBC)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Foothills, Gutters, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated, Park
- Association Amenities
- Sport Court, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security
- Security
- Prewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Fire Sprinkler System, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Smoke Detectors
- Second HOA Dues
- $50
- Second HOA Name
- Bear Brand
The record
Property History for 4 Shelter Cove
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 2019 | Sold | $4,490,000 | |
| Apr 9, 2019 | Listed for sale | $5,400,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 4 Shelter Cove
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 06059C0502K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Not in a fire hazard severity zone on the State Fire Marshal's map.
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, Dana Point quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Dana Point quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 145 of 145 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 75 Mbps, at 137 of 145. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 22 of 145.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423322001, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.3 miles away (Tesla Destination, 3 Level 2 ports). 84 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 Laguna Niguel
Set in the San Joaquin Hills between Laguna Beach and Dana Point, Laguna Niguel began in 1959 as one of California's first master-planned communities, laid out along Crown Valley Parkway. The city is served by the Capistrano Unified School District and contains Laguna Niguel Regional Park and its lake.
Ocean Ranch ~ Custom home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 7
- Median price
- $4,850,000
- Median days on market
- 16
- Median per sq ft
- $957
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 3, 2025 to Nov 3, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Ocean Ranch ~ Custom sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Poppy Hills | Nov 3, 2026 | $4,850,000 | 5,069 | $957 | 0 |
| 8 Fern Canyon | Oct 6, 2026 | $5,525,000 | 6,112 | $904 | 5 |
| 5 Marsh Creek | Sep 14, 2026 | $5,995,000 | 5,411 | $1,108 | 10 |
| 5 Ebony Glade | Jun 4, 2026 | $4,100,000 | 6,799 | $603 | 162 |
| 1 Elk Grove Ln | Apr 27, 2026 | $6,850,000 | 6,647 | $1,031 | 17 |
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Schools
Schools for 4 Shelter Cove
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Malcolm
- Middle
- Niguel Hills
- High
- Dana Hills
- District
- Capistrano Unified
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Listed by Doug Echelberger of Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Listing information updated Jun 27, 2026 at 5:35 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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