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1211 Emerald Bay sold on July 31, 2020 for $7,000,000, 8.5% below the $7,650,000 asking price after 172 days on the market; it was first listed at $7,999,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
1211 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 6 beds
- 6 baths
- 6,971 sq ft
- 9,879 sq ft lot
- Built 1979
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$7,000,000
Subdivision 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.
12 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $9,812,500
The home
About 1211 Emerald Bay
Breathtaking panoramic 190 Degree ocean views create a magnificent setting within the prestigious guard gated enclave of Emerald Bay. Dramatic sweeping white water ocean views of Emerald Bay's private beach, Irvine Cove, Catalina Island & the gorgeous Laguna Beach coastline to the south, west & the north. The sunsets over Catalina are nothing short of spectacular. Gracing a premium parcel of land at 9,879 S.F. This west facing home is nestled on the hillside with 6 Bedrooms and 6 Bathrooms. Plus a separate entrance for a private office, guest suite or nanny’s quarters plus full bath downstairs on the first level. Over-sized covered deck off the kitchen/dining room to take in the fresh ocean air and capture the amazing forever views. Decks also off the family room and two of the bedrooms. This home has three master bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. This home was built in 1979 and is a rare & costly Post & Beam construction, allowing soaring ceilings & walls of windows. Enjoy a short walk to the private beach and enjoy the year round events and activities including tennis, pool/spa and Emerald Bay’s own private sensational fireworks display on the bay. Emerald Bay also has its very own Fire Station inside the gates of this exclusive community. Once in a lifetime opportunity for a home that has never been on the market until now as it has been a treasured family home for many years. The view from this home is so impressive you won’t want to miss out on this Emerald Bay Jewel.
Property details for 1211 Emerald Bay
This 6-bedroom, 6-bath single-family home sits in the Emerald Bay neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 6,971 square feet of living space on a 9,879-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1979. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-320-59. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached three-car garage, and contemporary architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC20003088
- Year Built
- 1979
- Builder
- Custom George Tellez
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 6,971
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 9,879
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2268
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Full Baths
- 6
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Ocean
- HOA Dues
- $7,770
- HOA Frequency
- Annually
- HOA Name
- Emerald Bay
- Parcel Number
- 05332059
- On Market Date
- 2020-01-12
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
- HOA fees
- $647.5 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
- Flooring
- Carpet, Vinyl
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 3
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Drapes
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary, Custom
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Combination, Pillar Post Pier
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Deck, Patio
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Paved
- Fencing
- Block
- Pool Features
- Community, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Private
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Faces
- West
- Units
- 500
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Emerald Bay (EB)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gated, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Controlled Access, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 1211 Emerald Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2020 | Sold | $7,000,000 | |
| Jan 12, 2020 | Listed for sale | $7,999,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 1211 Emerald Bay
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 06059C0416K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, State Responsibility Area.
CAL FIRE, State Responsibility Area map effective April 1, 2024. 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
Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for earthquake-induced landslides.
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 108 of 109 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 62 of 109. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 100 Mbps, at 107 of 109.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626562034, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.5 miles away (ChargePoint, 1 DC fast port). 22 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. 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 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.
Emerald Bay home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 12
- Median price
- $9,812,500
- Median days on market
- 57
- Median per sq ft
- $2,708
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 22, 2025 to Oct 22, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Emerald Bay sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 307 Emerald Bay | Sep 17, 2026 | $5,300,000 | 2,417 | $2,193 | 87 |
| 64 Emerald Bay | Aug 11, 2026 | $9,700,000 | 3,588 | $2,703 | 429 |
| 145 EMERALD BAY | Aug 5, 2026 | $22,000,000 | 6,965 | $3,159 | 0 |
| 74 Emerald Bay | Jul 7, 2026 | $13,250,000 | 1,874 | $7,070 | 430 |
| 32 Emerald Bay | Jun 16, 2026 | $7,600,000 | 3,717 | $2,045 | 26 |
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Schools
Schools for 1211 Emerald Bay
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- El Morro
- Middle
- Thurston
- High
- Laguna Beach
- District
- Laguna Beach Unified
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Listed by Kathleen Monroe of Kathleen Monroe Real Estate Services, Inc
Listing information updated Jun 27, 2026 at 7:51 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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