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618 S Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

  • 4,005 sq ft
  • Built 1965

MLS# OC26142522 · Listed Jun 30, 2026 · 96 Days On Site

Subdivision The Village

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The home

About 618 S Coast Highway

An Irreplaceable Coastal Trophy Asset in the Heart of The Village

Rarely does an opportunity arise to acquire a true mixed-use trophy property in the heart of The Village, Laguna Beach’s most coveted coastal neighborhood.

Combining exceptional income, irreplaceable location, panoramic ocean views, and meaningful future upside in one of the world’s most prestigious beach communities.

The property features four residential residences and one prominent two-story street-front commercial building, creating a highly desirable income-producing asset with long-term appreciation potential.

Its defining feature is an exceptionally rare rooftop deck spanning more than 1,200 square feet, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, the Laguna coastline, and the vibrant Village below. Even more remarkable, every residential unit enjoys ocean views

A beautifully landscaped courtyard centered around a magnificent mature tree creates a peaceful private retreat, while the commercial space enjoys prime South Coast Highway frontage in one of Orange County’s most desirable retail corridors.

With an outstanding Walk Score® of 94, residents and guests are just steps from world-class beaches, acclaimed restaurants, art galleries, luxury boutiques, and entertainment. The property also offers an extraordinary 17 off-street parking spaces, an amenity that is exceptionally rare in downtown Laguna Beach.

Fully renovated in 2018, the property includes highly coveted short-term rental permits for two residential units, providing valuable income flexibility.

Future upside is equally compelling. A completed feasibility study with the City of Laguna Beach confirms the ability to add approximately 500 additional square feet. At today’s pricing, that expansion represents the potential to create over $800,000 in additional value, while contractor estimates place the cost of construction at approximately $100,000, including roof reinforcement and an expanded rooftop deck. Additional rental upside also exists as leases mature and rents move toward market rates.

Premier coastal investments are not valued solely by cap rate. They command premium pricing because of what cannot be recreated location, scarcity, and enduring desirability. Properties offering ocean views from every residence, substantial parking, rooftop entertaining space, short-term rental income, and future expansion opportunities are exceptionally scarce in downtown Laguna Beach.

Property details for 618 S Coast Highway

This home sits in the Village neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It offers 4,005 square feet of living space and is listed at $6,800,000, about $1,698 per square foot. The home was built in 1965. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 644-036-29. Highlights include a seven-car garage. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.

Specifications

Home Details

At a glance

Price
$6,800,000
Days On Site
96 Days
Bedrooms
N/A
Inside Area (SqFt)
4,005 sqft
Total Baths
N/A
Full Baths
N/A
Partial Baths
N/A
Lot Size
N/A
Year Built
1965
MLS® Number
OC26142522
Status
Active
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
Sq Ft Source
N/A

General Features

Property Type
Mixed Use
MLS Number
OC26142522
Year Built
1965
Lot Size (sq ft)
5,737
Lot Size (acres)
0.1317
Garage Spaces
7
Parking Spaces
7
Parcel Number
64403629
On Market Date
2026-06-30
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Laundry
Common Area
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls

Exterior Features

Lot Features
Rectangular Lot
Pool Features
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Units
5

Community Features

Subdivision
The Village (VIL)
Community Features
Urban

The record

Property History for 618 S Coast Highway

DateEventPriceNote
Jun 30, 2026 Listed for sale $7,100,000
Dec 13, 2021 Sold $5,100,000 First Team Real Estate
Oct 13, 2016 Sold $3,350,000 Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

Cost of ownership

Estimated monthly payment

7.03% · 30-yr fixed
$
$51,606/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $680,000 down
Principal & interest$40,840
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$2,550
Property tax (est. 1.1%)$6,233
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,983
HOANot reported, not included
$44,518/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $1,360,000 down
Principal & interest$36,302
Property tax (est. 1.1%)$6,233
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,983
HOANot reported, not included
$39,980/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $2,040,000 down
Principal & interest$31,764
Property tax (est. 1.1%)$6,233
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,983
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$8,216/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.1%)$6,233
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,983
HOANot reported, not included

Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Laguna Beach rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.

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The neighborhood

About The Village

The Village is Laguna Beach's downtown core, where Forest Avenue and South Coast Highway meet walkable blocks of art galleries, storefronts, and restaurants. It fronts Main Beach Park and the bluff-top trails of Heisler Park, sits within Laguna Beach Unified School District, and keeps its historic gallery-town character along the coast.

Location

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Listed by Dean Garcia of Auston Driver

Listing information updated Jul 16, 2026 at 9:48 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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