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56 Corniche Drive J sold on October 14, 2025 for $829,950, at the asking price after 4 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.

CondominiumSold · Oct 14, 2025

56 Corniche Drive J, Dana Point, CA 92629

  • 2 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,130 sq ft
  • Built 1989

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$829,950

MLS# OC25218269

Subdivision Monarch Hills Condos

11 condos sold in the past 12 months · median $625,500

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The home

About 56 Corniche Drive J

Welcome to your peaceful retreat in the prestigious 24/7 guard-gated community of Ritz Pointe. 56 Corniche Drive, Unit J is a top-floor Monarch Hills condo offering 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in a premier Dana Point location. This light-filled residence has been thoughtfully cared for by the same owner for 28 years and features fresh paint and carpet just completed in September. It was fully re-piped in 2024, and the heat pump, air conditioning, and water heater have all been replaced within the past three years for added peace of mind. A spacious balcony provides a peaceful place to relax, with an unobstructed panoramic view and ocean glimpses on clear days. Inside, you’ll find a comfortable layout with walk-in closets in both bedrooms, a fireplace in the living room, and galley-style, functional kitchen. The washer, dryer, and refrigerator are included. Ritz Pointe residents enjoy access to resort-style amenities including a pool, fitness center, clubhouse, and three spas, one with expansive ocean views. A nearby walking and biking trail winds through Monarch Beach Golf Course and leads directly to Salt Creek and Strands Beach. With close proximity to Dana Point Harbor, local dining, and world-class resorts, this home offers a quiet and convenient lifestyle by the sea.

Property details for 56 Corniche Drive J

This 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo sits in the Monarch Hills Condos neighborhood of Dana Point in Orange County. It has 1,130 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1989. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 939-367-00. Highlights include ocean and panoramic views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, single-story living, a guard-gated community, and central air.

Specifications

Home Details

General Features

Property Type
Condominium
MLS Number
OC25218269
Year Built
1989
Builder
Regis Community
Builder Model
Mariposa
Living Area (sq ft)
1,130
Levels
One
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Parking Spaces
1
View
Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic
HOA Dues
$518
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
Monarch Hills Condo Assoc
Parcel Number
93936700
On Market Date
2025-09-25
Listing Terms
Standard
HOA fees
$634 monthly

Interior Features

Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Unfurnished, Galley Kitchen, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Gas, Living Room
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Entry Level
3
Common Walls
One Common Wall, No One Above
Windows
Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens
Doors
Sliding Doors

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Rain Gutters
Roof
Tile
Construction
Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Close To Clubhouse
Parking
Assigned, Carport, Guest
Pool Features
Community, Association
Spa
Association, Community
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Monarch Hills Condos (MHC)
Community Features
Biking, Curbs, Gutters, Hiking, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Gated, Pool
Association Amenities
Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Maintenance Grounds, Meeting Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Pool, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Storage, Trails, Trash, Water
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Twenty Four Hour Security, Smoke Detectors
Second HOA Dues
$116
Second HOA Name
Corniche Master Assoc

The record

Property History for 56 Corniche Drive J

DateEventPriceNote
Oct 14, 2025 Sold $829,950
Oct 2, 2025 Status changed to Pending From Active Under Contract
Sep 30, 2025 Status changed to Active Under Contract From Active
Sep 25, 2025 Listed for sale $829,950

No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.

Added by Realatrends Real Estate

Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 56 Corniche Drive J

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 06059C0502K 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, Dana Point quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.

Landslide zone

Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.

California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Dana Point quadrangle, released December 21, 2001. 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 34 of 35 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 33 of 35.

FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590423232007, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.

EV charging

Nearest public charger 0.4 miles away (Tesla Destination, 3 Level 2 ports). 62 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 Dana Point

Dana Point sits on the Pacific coast in south Orange County, between Laguna Beach and San Clemente, anchored by Dana Point Harbor and bluff-top headlands above Doheny State Beach, Salt Creek Beach, and Strands Beach. Its Lantern District carries street names like Blue Lantern and Violet Lantern, within the Capistrano Unified School District.

Monarch Hills Condos home sales, past 12 months

Homes sold
11
Median price
$625,500
Median days on market
13
Median per sq ft
$792

Recorded MLS closings of condos, Oct 25, 2025 to Oct 25, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

Recent Monarch Hills Condos sales

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays on market
44 Corniche Drive A Oct 14, 2026 $750,000 1,130 $664 60
60 Corniche E Oct 5, 2026 $615,000 755 $815 0
4 Corniche Drive F Aug 14, 2026 $875,000 1,200 $729 5
48 Corniche Dr. E Jul 23, 2026 $609,900 755 $808 97
24 Corniche Dr A Jun 30, 2026 $608,000 735 $827 13

Schools

School District for 56 Corniche Drive J

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

The MLS record lists the school district as Capistrano Unified.

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Listed by Tracy Davis of Compass

Listing information updated Oct 14, 2025 at 3:08 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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