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161 Ruby Street sold on February 2, 2024 for $3,100,000, 10.1% below the $3,450,000 asking price after 75 days on the market; it was first listed at $3,500,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
161 Ruby Street, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,463 sq ft
- Built 1982
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$3,100,000
Subdivision Woods Cove
Woods Cove sits on the bluffs of Laguna Beach between Moss Street Beach and Pearl Street Beach, where Diamond Street meets Ocean Way and a stairway descends to a sandy cove with tide pools and the Keystone Arch.
7 condos sold in the past 12 months · median $1,315,000
The home
About 161 Ruby Street
Embrace the epitome of coastal living in this contemporary home, perfectly situated on the ocean side of Pacific Coast Highway in the sought-after enclave of Woods Cove. With the allure of renowned Ruby and Diamond Street beaches just steps away, this home presents an irresistible invitation for either primary or secondary homeowners to indulge in the enchantment of Laguna Beach. Enjoy beautiful ocean views and cool, seaside breezes in this home which features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a 2-car garage with direct access. The open kitchen, adorned with top-tier stainless steel appliances, including a Wolf gas range and Viking refrigerator, has granite counters and a breakfast bar. Just off the kitchen is a private deck, perfect for al fresco meals with a side of ocean vistas. Beyond the kitchen and dining room, oversized windows bathe the living room in natural light and provide beautiful ocean views with radiant sunsets. Cozy up by the fireplace or throw open the sliding doors to your outdoor terrace—an extension of your living space where the coastal outdoors melds seamlessly with your indoor haven. The prime location allows you to escape the hustle and bustle while still close to town, amazing restaurants, art galleries, local beaches, scenic hiking-biking trails and all the magic Laguna Beach has to offer. Close proximity to 5-star resorts and golf the Montage, Waldorf Astoria, Ritz Carlton & Pelican Hill between downtown Laguna Beach and Dana Point.
Property details for 161 Ruby Street
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo sits in the Woods Cove neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 1,463 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1982. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 932-860-27. Highlights include ocean and city lights views, a fireplace, and an attached two-car garage.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Condominium
- MLS Number
- OC23149072
- Year Built
- 1982
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,463
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- City Lights, Ocean
- HOA Dues
- $450
- HOA Frequency
- Annually
- HOA Name
- Ocean Ruby Associates Corporation
- Parcel Number
- 93286027
- On Market Date
- 2023-08-10
- Listing Terms
- Standard
- HOA fees
- $37.5 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Granite Counters, Multiple Staircases
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Woods Cove (WC)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Other
The record
Property History for 161 Ruby Street
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2024 | Sold | $3,100,000 | |
| Nov 13, 2023 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Oct 26, 2023 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Sep 1, 2023 | Price reduced | $3,450,000 | From $3,500,000 |
| Aug 10, 2023 | Listed for sale | $3,500,000 | |
| May 17, 2013 | Sold | $1,595,000 | HOM Sotheby's International Re |
| Jun 6, 2012 | Sold | $1,285,000 | Baglin Real Estate |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 161 Ruby Street
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 06059C0419K 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, 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 3 of 9 residential locations in this census block. Fiber: AT&T, up to 5,000 Mbps, at 2 of 9. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 9 of 9.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626202029, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.3 miles away (Tesla Destination, 2 Level 2 ports). 31 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 Woods Cove
Woods Cove sits on the bluffs of Laguna Beach between Moss Street Beach and Pearl Street Beach, where Diamond Street meets Ocean Way and a stairway descends to a sandy cove with tide pools and the Keystone Arch. Its 1920s and 1930s shingled cottages, Spanish Revival, and Craftsman homes lie within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Woods Cove home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 7
- Median price
- $1,315,000
- Median days on market
- 104
- Median per sq ft
- $1,174
Recorded MLS closings of condos, Oct 22, 2025 to Oct 22, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Woods Cove sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 240 Moss Street 8 | Aug 10, 2026 | $1,315,000 | 1,120 | $1,174 | 104 |
| 240 Moss 2 | Aug 6, 2026 | $1,050,000 | 1,120 | $938 | 234 |
| 1603 S Coast Hwy F | Jul 30, 2026 | $7,175,000 | 2,364 | $3,035 | 226 |
| 240 Moss 13 | May 5, 2026 | $1,060,000 | 930 | $1,140 | 68 |
| 1585 S Coast Highway 66 | Apr 22, 2026 | $3,475,000 | 1,155 | $3,009 | 0 |
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Schools
School District for 161 Ruby Street
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The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.
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Listed by Todd Davis of Compass
Listing information updated May 29, 2025 at 11:02 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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