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316 Emerald Bay sold on August 12, 2020 for $5,650,000, 4.2% below the $5,895,000 asking price after 85 days on the market; it was first listed at $6,295,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
316 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 5 beds
- 5 baths
- 4,769 sq ft
- 4,725 sq ft lot
- Built 2003
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$5,650,000
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 316 Emerald Bay
Enjoy forever panoramic ocean views from this stunning Tuscan home in the prestigious coastal community of Emerald Bay. Open, bright and inviting, this spacious 4,768 sq. foot home welcomes entertaining and family gatherings both inside and out.
This one-of-a kind home boasts 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, which includes a spacious guest quarter with separate entry, perfect for an older child, a mother-in-law, or guests, an open-concept kitchen/great room, 2 fireplaces, a separate bonus room/office and a wine cellar that holds up to 300 bottles of wine.
The master suite with fireplace and balcony Is located on the main level along with three bedrooms each with ensuite bathrooms.
The light-filled open-concept kitchen/great room opens to balconies that draw you to sweeping ocean views. The chef’s kitchen, with stainless steel appliances and large kitchen island will impress even the most discriminating chef.
Emerald Bay truly offers a lifestyle that cannot be duplicated along the Southern California coastline. Featuring a 1/2-mile private beach, tennis courts, volleyball courts, community pools, parks, and clubhouse, this community also hosts activities and events throughout the year. If you want the ideal place to raise a family, Emerald Bay is it!
Property details for 316 Emerald Bay
This 5-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home sits in the Emerald Bay neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 4,769 square feet of living space on a 4,725-square-foot lot. The home was built in 2003. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 053-071-11. Highlights include coastline and Catalina views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached two-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC20065079
- Year Built
- 2003
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 4,769
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,725
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1085
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 5
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Catalina, Coastline, Panoramic, Water
- HOA Dues
- $7,770
- HOA Frequency
- Annually
- HOA Name
- Emerald Bay Community Association
- Parcel Number
- 05307111
- On Market Date
- 2020-04-01
- Listing Terms
- Standard
- HOA fees
- $647.5 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Wet Bar, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Block Walls, Crown Molding, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Elevator, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters, Bar, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Galley Kitchen, Instant Hot Water, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Wine Cellar
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Softener, Water To Refrigerator, Water Purifier
- Flooring
- Carpet, Stone
- Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air, Dual, Electric
- Fireplace
- Gas, Great Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 4
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 4
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames
- Doors
- French Doors
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean
- Roof
- Barrel, Spanish Tile
- Construction
- Drywall, Stucco, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Patio, Stone
- Parking
- Door Multi, Driveway Down Slope From Street, Direct Access, Driveway, Underground, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Private
- Fencing
- Block, Excellent Condition, Masonry, Stucco Wall
- Pool Features
- Community, Fenced, Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community, Heated, In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Emerald Bay (EB)
- Community Features
- Biking, Park, Gated, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Maintenance Grounds, Picnic Area, Pool, Pets Allowed, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Prewired, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Rated Drywall, Fire Sprinkler System, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Gated With Attendant, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 316 Emerald Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2020 | Sold | $5,650,000 | |
| Aug 7, 2020 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Apr 1, 2020 | Listed for sale | $6,295,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 316 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
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
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
Fiber: Frontier, up to 7,000 Mbps, at 2 of 31 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 31 of 31. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 100 Mbps, at 31 of 31.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626562045, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.4 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 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
School District for 316 Emerald Bay
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The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.
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Listing information updated Jun 27, 2026 at 5:53 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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