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533 ALTA VISTA Way sold on August 20, 2012 for $2,412,000, 3.5% below the $2,500,000 asking price after 76 days on the market; it was first listed at $2,480,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
533 ALTA VISTA Way, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- 3 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,200 sq ft
- 4,200 sq ft lot
- Built 2005
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$2,412,000
Subdivision Alta Vista
Alta Vista climbs the hillside off South Coast Highway and Nyes Place in the Village area of Laguna Beach, where lanes such as Alta Vista Way line cliffside homes facing the Pacific.
6 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $2,720,000
The home
About 533 ALTA VISTA Way
Forever unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, and downtown Laguna grace this magnificent and very private ultra contemporary Laguna Beach estate. This entertainer's dream house is 2 full stories above its neighbors, providing a commanding appearance and an unforgettable view that cannot be duplicated. Only the finest of finishes were used throughout this 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home, including a 14 foot carved glass entry door and slab marble entry way, African granite and quartz kitchen counters, Heritage kitchen cabinets, stainless steel Viking and Sub Zero appliances, solid maple hardwood floors, and stainless steel and hardwood stairways. The upper and lower master suites possess unparalleled ocean views, while the third bedroom suite has a separate entry, 3 storage rooms and a 1,000 bottle wine cellar. Every bathroom is opulent with marble and custom maple vanities. The terraced gardens, unobstructed view spa and outdoor fireplace add elegance to your entertaining.
Property details for 533 ALTA VISTA Way
This 3-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Alta Vista neighborhood of Laguna Beach in Orange County. It has 3,200 square feet of living space on a 4,200-square-foot lot. The home was built in 2005. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 656-143-18. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a private spa, a fireplace, a two-car garage, an updated home, and modern architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- U12002257
- Year Built
- 2005
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,200
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,200
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.096
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 1
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 5
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Hills, Landmark, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
- Parcel Number
- 65614318
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, Wired For Data, Multiple Primary Suites, Wine Cellar
- Appliances
- Built In, Gas Cooking, Indoor Grill, Oven, Tankless Water Heater
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Free Standing
- Laundry
- Inside
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Skylights
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Custom, Modern
- Roof
- Slate
- Construction
- Stucco, Wood Siding
- Lot Features
- Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front
- Patio and Porch
- See Remarks
- Parking
- Direct Access, Garage
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Sewer Available
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Alta Vista (AV)
- Security
- Closed Circuit Cameras
The record
Property History for 533 ALTA VISTA Way
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2012 | Sold | $2,412,000 | |
| Jun 6, 2012 | Listed for sale | $2,480,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 533 ALTA VISTA Way
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
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
Fiber: Frontier, up to 7,000 Mbps, at 72 of 86 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 86 of 86. DSL: Frontier, up to 10 Mbps, at 6 of 86.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626203010, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.2 miles away (EV Connect, 2 Level 2 ports). 40 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 Alta Vista
Alta Vista climbs the hillside off South Coast Highway and Nyes Place in the Village area of Laguna Beach, where lanes such as Alta Vista Way line cliffside homes facing the Pacific. Architecture ranges from vintage cottages to contemporary builds, and the area lies within the Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Alta Vista home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 6
- Median price
- $2,720,000
- Median days on market
- 16
- Median per sq ft
- $1,373
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 Alta Vista sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2590 Iris | Sep 2, 2026 | $2,750,000 | 1,531 | $1,796 | 129 |
| 683 Alta Vista Way | Jul 17, 2026 | $2,670,000 | 1,931 | $1,383 | 29 |
| 2581 Iris | May 28, 2026 | $2,705,000 | 1,882 | $1,437 | 22 |
| 461 Alta Vista Way | May 8, 2026 | $3,730,000 | 2,736 | $1,363 | 4 |
| 599 Alta Vista Way | Apr 8, 2026 | $2,735,000 | 2,100 | $1,302 | 10 |
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Schools
School District for 533 ALTA VISTA Way
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The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.
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Listed by Mark Simon of Prudential California Realty
Listing information updated Aug 3, 2021 at 6:49 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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