Sold
53 Woodhaven Drive sold on July 25, 2022 for $2,175,000, 8.8% above the $2,000,000 asking price after 25 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
53 Woodhaven Drive, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 3,100 sq ft
- 5,760 sq ft lot
- Built 1983
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$2,175,000
Subdivision Laguna Woods II
This home has a newer listing: MLS OC24046849 (Sold).
The home
About 53 Woodhaven Drive
Understated luxury abounds in this extraordinary Chris Abel home, a stunning architectural masterpiece. This three bedroom + study, three bath home is the epitome of effortless California living with voluminous ceilings, beautiful natural wood and an abundance of natural light throughout. The home features seamless indoor/outdoor living with gorgeous views of the ocean, hillside and golf course. Nestled among the trees in the premier Laguna Woods neighborhood of Laguna Niguel, gentle ocean breezes fill the air.
The home is extra special in that it offers an additional living space, accessible via secret doors in the office, finished with cabinetry, natural wood veneer paneled walls and large windows that frame extraordinary views.
A wonderful open and inviting floor plan features a fantastic kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, beautiful cabinetry, stone counters and an oversized island. The lovely primary suite is highlighted by a fireplace, an oversized walk-in closet, a five-piece Zen bathroom finished with signature Chris Abel tile and French doors that lead to a private garden. A secondary bedroom is oversized with a private bathroom. The office is complete with built-ins, a custom Murphy bed and artisanal stained glass.
This home is ideal for the most discerning buyer as it is situated on one of the most coveted lots in the gated coastal community Laguna Woods complete with a community pool and spa, moments away from world class beaches, five-star resorts, Dana Point Harbor, El Niguel Country Club and Swim and Racquet Club.
Property details for 53 Woodhaven Drive
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Laguna Woods II neighborhood of Laguna Niguel in Orange County. It has 3,100 square feet of living space on a 5,760-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1983. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 658-161-15. Highlights include ocean and hill views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, a gated community, an attached two-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC22086215
- Year Built
- 1983
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,100
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 5,760
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1322
- Levels
- Two, Multi Split
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Golf Course, Hills, Ocean, Trees Woods
- HOA Dues
- $520
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Laguna Woods
- Parcel Number
- 65816115
- On Market Date
- 2022-05-07
- Zoning
- R-1
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fans, Ceramic Counters, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Storage, Tile Counters, Bar, Wood Product Walls, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Dining Room, Gas, Great Room, Primary Bedroom, Multi Sided
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Stained Glass, Wood Frames
- Doors
- French Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Craftsman
- Exterior Features
- Koi Pond, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Composition
- Construction
- Drywall, Glass, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Deck, Patio, Stone, Wood
- Parking
- Direct Access, Driveway Level, Door Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Private
- Fencing
- Good Condition
- Pool Features
- Community, Fenced, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community, In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 95
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Laguna Woods II (LW2)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Maintenance Front Yard, Picnic Area, Pool, Spa Hot Tub
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Security Gate, Gated Community, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 53 Woodhaven Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 7, 2024 | Sold | $2,600,000 | Coldwell Banker Realty |
| Jul 25, 2022 | Sold | $2,175,000 | |
| Jun 18, 2022 | Status changed to Pending | From Active | |
| Jun 4, 2022 | Status changed to Active | From Hold | |
| May 19, 2022 | Status changed to Hold | From Active | |
| May 7, 2022 | Status changed to Active | From Coming Soon | |
| May 7, 2022 | Listed for sale | $2,000,000 |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 53 Woodhaven Drive
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 06059C0438K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, Local Responsibility Area.
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, San Juan Capistrano quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, San Juan Capistrano quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 39 of 40 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 30 of 40. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 100 Mbps, at 18 of 40.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423244002, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.0 miles away (ChargePoint, 1 DC fast port). 26 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.
Laguna Niguel home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 424
- Median price
- $1,767,500
- Median days on market
- 17
- Median per sq ft
- $821
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 3, 2025 to Nov 3, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
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Schools
School District for 53 Woodhaven Drive
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The MLS record lists the school district as Capistrano Unified.
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Listed by Jonathan Ettelson of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated Jul 25, 2022 at 3:56 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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