Sold
249 Cypress Drive sold on July 6, 2023 for $2,810,000, 4.6% below the $2,945,000 asking price after 27 days on the market; it was first listed at $3,095,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
249 Cypress Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,505 sq ft
- 7,507 sq ft lot
- Built 1926
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$2,810,000
Subdivision North Laguna
North Laguna anchors the northern end of Laguna Beach, where Heisler Park follows the bluffs along Cliff Drive above Crescent Bay, Shaw's Cove, and Diver's Cove.
25 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $4,000,000
The home
About 249 Cypress Drive
Located in the heart of North Laguna, this quintessential cottage perfectly embodies the vibrant character, charm, and spirit of Laguna Beach! Situated on an expansive lot of over 7,500 SQ FT, this delightful residence is comprised of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and has a ton of outdoor space for living and entertaining. Features include dual primary suites, one upstairs with a partial ocean view, while the other is downstairs with its own separate entrance, making it ideal for guests and those who value privacy. A spacious living room with a cozy wood burning fireplace, a beautifully remodeled kitchen with separate dining room, and an additional main floor bedroom and bathroom complete the first level. Outside, the large wrap-around yard offers various entertaining options with multiple patios and seating areas to soak up the California sunshine and enjoy al fresco dining. With a detached two-car garage plus four additional uncovered spaces, there is PARKING FOR UP TO 6 VEHICLES which is extremely RARE to find in this area! Plan to leave your car at home though because the walkability is phenomenal. Located within walking distance to Downtown Laguna, Main Beach, Heisler Park, Laguna Art Museum and so much more. You'll have restaurants, shops, galleries, hiking/biking trails, and everything this iconic beach city has to offer all at your fingertips. A truly special property for either a primary residence or second home that has been lovingly cared for and beautifully updated over the years. This rare gem is also a fantastic investment opportunity as a rental property to add to your portfolio or to potentially develop multiple units as it is zoned R-3. A MUST SEE and an incredible chance to own a piece of paradise, a part of history, and live the coveted Laguna Beach lifestyle!
Property details for 249 Cypress Drive
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the North Laguna neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 1,505 square feet of living space on a 7,507-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1926. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 496-094-07. Highlights include peek-a-boo ocean views, a fireplace, a two-car garage, an updated home, and cottage architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC23061695
- Year Built
- 1926
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,505
- Living Area Source
- Appraiser
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,507
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1723
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 6
- View
- Neighborhood, Ocean, Peek A Boo
- Parcel Number
- 49609407
- On Market Date
- 2023-05-11
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Separate Formal Dining Room, Furnished, In Law Floorplan, Paneling Wainscoting, Quartz Counters, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Baseboard, Fireplaces, Wall Furnace
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Outside, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Plantation Shutters
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cottage
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Value In Land
- Patio and Porch
- Rear Porch, Brick, Concrete, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Wrap Around
- Parking
- Door Multi, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Garage, Paved, Private, Garage Faces Rear, One Space, On Street, See Remarks, Side By Side
- Fencing
- Vinyl, Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- North Laguna (NL)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gutters, Street Lights, Suburban
The record
Property History for 249 Cypress Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2023 | Sold | $2,810,000 | |
| Jun 21, 2023 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Jun 8, 2023 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Jun 1, 2023 | Price reduced | $2,945,000 | From $3,095,000 |
| May 11, 2023 | Listed for sale | $3,095,000 | |
| May 20, 2019 | Sold | $1,995,000 | Compass |
| Dec 1, 2015 | Sold | $1,860,000 | Surterre Properties |
| Sep 12, 2014 | Sold | $1,495,000 | Teles Properties |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 249 Cypress 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 06059C0416K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
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, 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 5 of 22 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 22 of 22. DSL: Frontier, up to 10 Mbps, at 3 of 22.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626054027, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.3 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 21 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 North Laguna
North Laguna anchors the northern end of Laguna Beach, where Heisler Park follows the bluffs along Cliff Drive above Crescent Bay, Shaw's Cove, and Diver's Cove. Its Tree Streets, an alphabetical botanical grid beginning at Aster Street, are lined with early-1900s cottages within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
North Laguna home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 25
- Median price
- $4,000,000
- Median days on market
- 40
- Median per sq ft
- $2,109
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 21, 2025 to Oct 21, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent North Laguna sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 477 Hill | Oct 15, 2026 | $2,200,000 | 940 | $2,340 | 64 |
| 429 Aster | Oct 13, 2026 | $4,000,000 | 2,123 | $1,884 | 46 |
| 461 Linden Street | Sep 15, 2026 | $3,725,000 | 1,611 | $2,312 | 32 |
| 486 Locust Street | Sep 8, 2026 | $3,225,000 | 2,066 | $1,561 | 40 |
| 738 Cliff Drive | Aug 28, 2026 | $7,750,000 | 3,200 | $2,422 | 196 |
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Schools
Schools for 249 Cypress Drive
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 Lindsey Santefort of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated Jul 6, 2023 at 6:45 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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