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779 Balboa Avenue sold on October 24, 2025 for $2,200,000, 12% below the $2,500,000 asking price on its first day on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
779 Balboa Avenue, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,849 sq ft
- 5,900 sq ft lot
- Built 1977
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$2,200,000
Subdivision Portafina
Portafina rises across the hillsides of South Laguna Beach, just south of Moulton Meadows Park and within reach of Victoria Beach and its landmark Pirate Tower.
11 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $4,875,000
The home
About 779 Balboa Avenue
Perched atop Balboa Avenue, just steps from Moulton Meadows Park, this 1977 mid-century residence offers panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, canyon, and coastline. Designed by award-winning architect Blair Ballard, recognized by the Laguna Beach Architectural Guild for excellence in residential design, this home reflects Frank Lloyd Wright’s organic architecture philosophy of blending structure and setting in harmony. Its multi-level layout features cedar plank walls and ceilings, expansive glass, strong horizontal lines and a timeless mid-century modern aesthetic.
Two exquisite handcrafted stained-glass installations by Mogens Abel, revered wood carver and longtime Festival of Arts exhibitor, are set in the entry and kitchen ceilings and beautifully infuse the space with color, artistry and Laguna’s creative spirit. The primary suite offers stunning ocean views through walls of windows and includes a walk-in closet and a step-down shower with a full-length view window. Sliding glass doors open to the deck with a sunken jacuzzi for enjoying the spectacular sunset views over Victoria Beach. Two additional bedrooms off the main entrance hallway are ideal for a home office or guest room. Both the family room and upper-level den offer captivating ocean views and refreshing coastal breezes.
The side yard patio opens to a trellis covered potting shed and leads down the hill to an ocean-facing greenhouse.
While the home requires some restoration, it is solidly constructed and full of character, including the original built-in seating, hardware and cabinetry. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to personalize and revive a living piece of Laguna Beach’s celebrated art culture and architectural legacy.
Property details for 779 Balboa Avenue
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Portafina neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 1,849 square feet of living space on a 5,900-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1977. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 656-032-08. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, central air, and mid-century modern architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC25230497
- Year Built
- 1977
- Builder
- Blair Ballard
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,849
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 5,900
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1354
- Levels
- Multi Split
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Canyon, Ocean, Panoramic
- Parcel Number
- 65603208
- Listing Terms
- Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Living Room Deck Attached, Multiple Staircases, Recessed Lighting, Sunken Living Room, Tile Counters, Wood Product Walls, Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Trash Compactor, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Floor Furnace, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Laundry
- Inside
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Casement Windows, Screens, Stained Glass, Skylights, Wood Frames
- Doors
- Mirrored Closet Doors, Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- Low Pile Carpet
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Custom, Mid Century Modern
- Exterior Features
- Lighting
- Roof
- Flat, Mixed
- Construction
- Cedar, Glass, Plaster, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Near Park, Steep Slope, Street Level
- Patio and Porch
- Rear Porch, Deck, Wood
- Parking
- Concrete, Door Multi, Driveway Level, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Workshop In Garage
- Fencing
- Stucco Wall, Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- Fiberglass, Roof Top
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Repairs Cosmetic
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Portafina (PF)
- Community Features
- Fishing, Gutters, Hiking, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Water Sports, Park
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 779 Balboa Avenue
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2025 | Sold | $2,200,000 | |
| Oct 10, 2025 | Status changed to Pending | From Coming Soon | |
| Sep 5, 2025 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Added by Realatrends Real Estate
Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 779 Balboa Avenue
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
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, 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 122 of 122 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: AT&T, up to 25 Mbps, at 5 of 122. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 25 Mbps, at 15 of 122.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626324004, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.7 miles away (EV Connect, 2 Level 2 ports). 46 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 Portafina
Portafina rises across the hillsides of South Laguna Beach, just south of Moulton Meadows Park and within reach of Victoria Beach and its landmark Pirate Tower. Set off Nyes Place above South Coast Highway, the community mixes Contemporary, Craftsman, Mediterranean, and Traditional homes that capture ocean, coastline, and city-lights views, within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Portafina home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 11
- Median price
- $4,875,000
- Median days on market
- 55
- Median per sq ft
- $1,265
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 22, 2025 to Oct 22, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Portafina sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 740 Bolsana | Aug 24, 2026 | $6,950,000 | 4,400 | $1,580 | 10 |
| 627 Nyes | Jul 17, 2026 | $10,000,000 | 3,638 | $2,749 | 0 |
| 766 Pelican | Jun 4, 2026 | $4,200,000 | 3,869 | $1,086 | 65 |
| 725 Balboa Avenue | May 21, 2026 | $4,300,000 | 3,316 | $1,297 | 3 |
| 723 Balboa Avenue | Apr 14, 2026 | $4,950,000 | 4,030 | $1,228 | 55 |
Schools
School District for 779 Balboa Avenue
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The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.
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Listed by Mary Ann Divona of First Team Real Estate
Listing information updated Nov 4, 2025 at 5:28 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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