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259 Lower Cliff Drive 3 sold on January 17, 2024 for $2,316,915, 7.1% below the $2,495,000 asking price after 35 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
259 Lower Cliff Drive 3, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,408 sq ft
- Built 1972
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$2,316,915
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.
9 condos sold in the past 12 months · median $1,750,000
The home
About 259 Lower Cliff Drive 3
Manhattan style with a Laguna Beach vibe in the famous "Hollywood Squares" building! This is a rare opportunity to own a completely redesigned home in a one-of-a kind building, in a one-of-a kind location, with a one-of-a kind view. No expense has been spared in reimagining the 1400+ sq. ft. of this incredible two bedroom, two bath condo, and unparalleled attention to detail is revealed at every turn. The original slump stone walls create a contemporary, textured background for the tasteful finishes of wide-plank natural oak flooring, quartzite surfaces and modern cherry wood cabinetry. The flexible great room space is perfect for every day Laguna living or weekend entertaining on a larger scale with multiple seating and dining spaces and seamless access to the ocean view terrace. The Main beach, white water, coastal and city lights views from this home are truly jaw dropping. The amazing kitchen is a WOW with loads of solid wood cabinetry...beautifully designed for maximum efficiency and accented by gorgeous quartzite stone and stainless steel appliances. Both bedroom suites feature huge double wardrobe closets and spacious bathrooms with wonderful designer details from floor to ceiling. Additional features are too many to mention but include custom lighting, A/C and unbelievable storage. This Laguna Surfer home is truly a one-of-a kind opportunity.
Property details for 259 Lower Cliff Drive 3
This 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo sits in the North Laguna neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 1,408 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1972. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 934-410-03. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a community pool, single-story living, a gated community, a one-car garage, and air conditioning.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Condominium
- MLS Number
- OC23207779
- Year Built
- 1972
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,408
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- City Lights, Coastline, Park Greenbelt, Ocean
- HOA Dues
- $678
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Laguna Surfer
- Parcel Number
- 93441003
- On Market Date
- 2023-11-13
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Block Walls, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Entrance Foyer, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Ductless, Electric, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Ductless, Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Laundry Closet
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- Two Common Walls Or More
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary
- Roof
- Flat
- Construction
- Block
- Patio and Porch
- Terrace
- Parking
- Assigned, Underground
- Pool Features
- Association
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- North Laguna (NL)
- Community Features
- Suburban, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Pool
- Security
- Gated Community
The record
Property History for 259 Lower Cliff Drive 3
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 17, 2024 | Sold | $2,316,915 | |
| Dec 18, 2023 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Nov 13, 2023 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 259 Lower Cliff Drive 3
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
Moderate 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
Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 17 of 21 residential locations in this census block. DSL: Frontier, up to 115 Mbps, at 2 of 21. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 17 of 21.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626051007, 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). 23 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
- 9
- Median price
- $1,750,000
- Median days on market
- 25
- Median per sq ft
- $1,665
Recorded MLS closings of condos, Oct 22, 2025 to Oct 22, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 387 Cypress 5 | May 29, 2026 | $799,000 | 480 | $1,665 | 30 |
| 484 Cliff Drive 10 | May 1, 2026 | $1,899,000 | 1,135 | $1,673 | 0 |
| 430 Cypress | Mar 24, 2026 | $1,500,000 | 879 | $1,706 | 37 |
| 631 Cliff Dr. A-15 | Feb 25, 2026 | $2,995,000 | 944 | $3,173 | 3 |
| 1565 N Coast 5 | Jan 15, 2026 | $1,750,000 | 1,847 | $947 | 448 |
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Schools
Schools for 259 Lower Cliff Drive 3
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 Scott Sackin of Seven Gables Real Estate
Listing information updated Jan 19, 2024 at 2:49 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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