1 Anderson St

2,828 Sq. Ft.
$1,591 / Sq. Ft.
2,828
Sq. Ft.
$1,591
per Sq. Ft.

Description

World Famous Sunset Beach Water Tower. Located along Pacific Coast Highway, the Water Tower home has been described as a jaw-dropping example of stunning architecture, mysterious intrigue and the world’s ultimate beach house. A four level home with broad, sweeping windows opening outward and a wraparound deck provide unobstructed 360-degree views, from a vast stretch of the Pacific Ocean to the mountains beyond. Built in the 1800's to service steam engine railroad cars, what was once a functioning...World Famous Sunset Beach Water Tower. Located along Pacific Coast Highway, the Water Tower home has been described as a jaw-dropping example of stunning architecture, mysterious intrigue and the world’s ultimate beach house. A four level home with broad, sweeping windows opening outward and a wraparound deck provide unobstructed 360-degree views, from a vast stretch of the Pacific Ocean to the mountains beyond. Built in the 1800's to service steam engine railroad cars, what was once a functioning water tower is now not only a home, but southern California landmark and attraction. Meticulously remodeled in 2016, from hidden rooms to exquisite stained glass lighting

The Ground Floor has a two Garages with a storage room and above ground space. Once entering the home , a skylights will guide you past a water fountain to a bedroom with loft, a dedicated washroom and the Barrels and Burlap bathroom which pays tribute to the homes origin. The first stop on the elevator goes is the second floor deck with a jacuzzi and seating area perfect for watching the sunrise with coffee or at sunset with a glass of wine. The third floor has a kitchen, the Hippolite de Bouchard (California's first and only pirate) bedroom and bathroom with a large porthole window. It also has an amazing walk-around deck. Up the stairs you will find His and Hers Master Bedroom each with a panoramic windows displaying the vast Pacific Ocean . Enjoy the sunken showers with stained glass windows and unique views in the two bathrooms. Follow the custom spiral staircase made of imported oak and you will reach the indescribable rotunda which is completely encircled with large glass windows which open out to welcome the fine ocean breeze. The fine wood floor is emblazed with a compass to guide you around the 360 degree view as you lookout on all of southern California. Don't forget to look up to see the one of a kind stained glass copula.
  1. Listed by SCOTT OSTLUND • DRE #01009359 • Brokerage DRE #00976995 • LEE & ASSOCIATES-ONTARIO

Property Details for 1 Anderson Street

View
Back Bay, Catalina, City Lights, Harbor, Marina, Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
Parking Spaces Total
3
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
None
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
2828
LISTING UPDATED: 07/13/2022 04:51 AM

Property Details for 1 Anderson Street

StatusClosed
MLS #WS21116962
Days on Market236
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1984
Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,225 SF
CountyOrange County

Location

Listing Courtesy of LEE & ASSOCIATES-ONTARIO, SCOTT OSTLUND, DRE #01009359

Sold By First Team Real Estate, Kerrie Ann O'Rourke, DRE #02085017

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Building Information for 1 Anderson Street

Stories3Year Built1984Building Size-Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,225 SF

Payment Calculator

$26,307 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$21,932

Property Taxes

$4,375

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1 Anderson Street

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Financing: Conventional
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 178...
  • Tax Census Tract: 995.04
  • Tax Lot: 995
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Fishing, Sidewalks
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Equipment: Dryer, Washer
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Laundry, Loft, Two Masters
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Individual Room, Washer Included
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace Rooms: None
  • Fireplace: N/K
  • Cooling: None
Exterior Features
  • Structure Type: House
  • View Description: Back Bay, Catalina, City Lights, Harbor, Marina, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
Land/Lot Info
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lease Considered: Yes
  • Available For Lease: Yes
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 3
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Property / Structure Info
  • Builders Tract Name: Other
  • Builders Tract Code: Other (OTHR)
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 1 Anderson Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 15, 2026

Sold

CLAW #IG25232540MR

$4,600,000
Jan 15, 2026

Sold

CRMLS #IG25232540

$4,600,000
Jan 15, 2026

Sold

SDMLS #IG25232540

$4,600,000
Jan 14, 2026

Pending

CRMLS #IG25232540

Jan 14, 2026

Pending

SDMLS #IG25232540

Jan 14, 2026

Pending

CLAW #IG25232540MR

Jan 5, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1926225106

$4,500,000
Oct 4, 2025

Expired

CRMLS #IG25142484

Oct 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #IG25232540

$5,500,000
Oct 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #IG25232540MR

$5,500,000
Oct 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #IG25232540

$5,500,000
Oct 3, 2025

Expired

SDMLS #IG25142484

$5,500,000
Oct 3, 2025

Expired

CLAW #IG25142484MR

$5,500,000
Jul 22, 2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #IG25142484

Jul 22, 2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #IG25142484MR

Jul 22, 2025

Accepting Backup Offers

SDMLS #IG25142484

Jun 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #IG25142484MR

$5,500,000
Jun 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #IG25142484

$5,500,000
Jun 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #IG25142484

$5,500,000
Jul 8, 2022

Sold

CLAW #WS21116962MR

$4,500,000
Jul 8, 2022

Sold

SDMLS #WS21116962

$4,500,000
Jul 8, 2022

Sold

CRMLS #WS21116962

$4,500,000
Jun 7, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1493415908

$4,500,000

+20.5% / yr

May 31, 2022

Pending

CRMLS #WS21116962

May 1, 2022

Pending

SDMLS #WS21116962

May 1, 2022

Pending

CLAW #WS21116962MR

Jan 23, 2022

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #WS21116962

Jan 23, 2022

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #WS21116962MR

Jun 1, 2021

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #WS21116962

$4,950,000
Jun 1, 2021

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #WS21116962

$4,950,000
Jun 1, 2021

Listed (Active)

CLAW #WS21116962MR

$4,950,000
Jul 13, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #576411485

$1,500,000

+3.0% / yr

Dec 28, 2012

Expired

CRMLS #S408374

$8,000,000
Dec 28, 2012

Expired

CRMLS #S358991

$5,000,000
Sep 17, 2009

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #S549545

$4,500,000
Sep 17, 2009

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #S549545MR

Oct 1, 2008

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #S549545

$4,500,000
Oct 1, 2008

Listed (Active)

CLAW #S549545MR

$4,500,000
May 4, 2006

Expired

CLAW #S408374MR

Aug 15, 2005

Listed (Active)

CLAW #S408374MR

$8,000,000
Aug 15, 2005

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #S408374

$8,000,000
Sep 25, 2004

Expired

CLAW #S358991MR

Jun 18, 2004

Listed (Active)

CLAW #S358991MR

$5,000,000
Jun 18, 2004

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #S358991

$5,000,000
Jun 29, 1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #3611039

$800,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/15/2026

Sold

CLAW #IG25232540MR

$4,600,000
01/15/2026

Sold

CRMLS #IG25232540

$4,600,000
01/15/2026

Sold

SDMLS #IG25232540

$4,600,000
01/14/2026

Pending

CRMLS #IG25232540

01/14/2026

Pending

SDMLS #IG25232540

01/14/2026

Pending

CLAW #IG25232540MR

01/05/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1926225106

$4,500,000
10/04/2025

Expired

CRMLS #IG25142484

10/04/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #IG25232540

$5,500,000
10/04/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #IG25232540MR

$5,500,000
10/04/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #IG25232540

$5,500,000
10/03/2025

Expired

SDMLS #IG25142484

$5,500,000
10/03/2025

Expired

CLAW #IG25142484MR

$5,500,000
07/22/2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #IG25142484

07/22/2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #IG25142484MR

07/22/2025

Accepting Backup Offers

SDMLS #IG25142484

06/27/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #IG25142484MR

$5,500,000
06/27/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #IG25142484

$5,500,000
06/27/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #IG25142484

$5,500,000
07/08/2022

Sold

CLAW #WS21116962MR

$4,500,000
07/08/2022

Sold

SDMLS #WS21116962

$4,500,000
07/08/2022

Sold

CRMLS #WS21116962

$4,500,000
06/07/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1493415908

$4,500,000

+20.5% / yr

05/31/2022

Pending

CRMLS #WS21116962

05/01/2022

Pending

SDMLS #WS21116962

05/01/2022

Pending

CLAW #WS21116962MR

01/23/2022

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #WS21116962

01/23/2022

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #WS21116962MR

06/01/2021

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #WS21116962

$4,950,000
06/01/2021

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #WS21116962

$4,950,000
06/01/2021

Listed (Active)

CLAW #WS21116962MR

$4,950,000
07/13/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #576411485

$1,500,000

+3.0% / yr

12/28/2012

Expired

CRMLS #S408374

$8,000,000
12/28/2012

Expired

CRMLS #S358991

$5,000,000
09/17/2009

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #S549545

$4,500,000
09/17/2009

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #S549545MR

10/01/2008

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #S549545

$4,500,000
10/01/2008

Listed (Active)

CLAW #S549545MR

$4,500,000
05/04/2006

Expired

CLAW #S408374MR

08/15/2005

Listed (Active)

CLAW #S408374MR

$8,000,000
08/15/2005

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #S408374

$8,000,000
09/25/2004

Expired

CLAW #S358991MR

06/18/2004

Listed (Active)

CLAW #S358991MR

$5,000,000
06/18/2004

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #S358991

$5,000,000
06/29/1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #3611039

$800,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1 Anderson Street

Taxable ValueLand$3,302,166Additions$1,379,634Total$4,681,800
Tax Record2025$52,506 ($4,375 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,828 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,828 SqFtLot Size1,225 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1984CountyORANGEAPN178-502-45

Schools near 1 Anderson Street

This home is within Los Alamitos Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Jack L. Weaver Elementary School
PublicK to 5

J. H. McGaugh Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School
Public6 to 8

Los Alamitos High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of LEE & ASSOCIATES-ONTARIO, SCOTT OSTLUND, DRE #01009359

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