409 Monarch Bay Dr

2,647 Sq. Ft.
$2,456 / Sq. Ft.
2,647
Sq. Ft.
$2,456
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to Monarch Bay, one of the premier gated coastal communities in south Orange County. This residence is among the rare remaining mid-century homes in Monarch Bay and was designed by architect Knowlton Fernald Jr. AIA, who is renowned for also designing the original Monarch Bay Community entrance, the Monarch Bay mall, and other significant mid-century homes in Monarch Bay and surrounding premier neighborhoods. The home’s striking design is set among the highest points in the community providing...Welcome to Monarch Bay, one of the premier gated coastal communities in south Orange County. This residence is among the rare remaining mid-century homes in Monarch Bay and was designed by architect Knowlton Fernald Jr. AIA, who is renowned for also designing the original Monarch Bay Community entrance, the Monarch Bay mall, and other significant mid-century homes in Monarch Bay and surrounding premier neighborhoods. The home’s striking design is set among the highest points in the community providing inspiring Ocean Views down to Salt Creek and the Ritz Carlton. Along with a generous lot and large side yard the property serves well for future desired expansion. The floor plan beckons the ocean breezes and bathes the great room and dining area in natural light while providing a captivating ocean view and an indoor-outdoor lifestyle inclusive of sliding French doors on two sides. This home has been lovingly cared for and regularly maintained during its 58-year history and is now offered for sale for the very first time. Once arriving at the main level, the residence provides a convenient floorplan with a generous ocean view primary suite and full bath, powder room, kitchen and serving bar, with adjacent great room with fireplace and dining area. All these comforts are offered on the same level and open to a large ocean view deck. The lower level offers an ocean view bonus room with office area, vestibule, game area and two additional generous bedrooms, tiled hall bath and inside laundry. The convenient direct entrance from the two-car attached garage and large driveway also provides plenty of parking for guests. Charming outdoor surfer shower, spa area, beach gear storage cubby, garden, and an extra large side yard area that can provide space for an ocean view ADU or expansion. 409 Monarch Bay presents the perfect opportunity to restore or rebuild your dream coastal beach home and offers its residents exclusive membership to the highly sought after amenities at the beach club and additional community amenities. Residents enjoy a 24-hour guard gated community, tennis and pickleball court, community park and playground, dog park, and beach steward to accommodate all beach chair, umbrella, and towel service needs. Additionally, homeowners can utilize the highly acclaimed Monarch Bay Beach Club including a full-service restaurant and bar with folio billing by the Waldorf Astoria. Monarch Bay represents a one of kind community lifestyle and luxury experience.
  1. Listed by Michael Caruso • DRE #01073919 • Brokerage DRE #02200006 • Carolwood Estates • 949-584-2300
  2. Listed by Phillip Caruso • DRE #01934516 • Brokerage DRE #02200006 • Carolwood Estates

Property Details for 409 Monarch Bay Drive

Architectural Style
Mid Century Modern, See Remarks
View
Coastline, Ocean
Parking Spaces Total
2
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
None
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
LISTING UPDATED: 01/28/2025 07:29 AM

Property Details for 409 Monarch Bay Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #NP24013797
Days on Market213
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1966
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,480 SF
CountyOrange County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Carolwood Estates, Michael Caruso, DRE #01073919; Carolwood Estates, Phillip Caruso, DRE #01934516

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty, Tim Smith, DRE #01346878

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Building Information for 409 Monarch Bay Drive

Stories1Year Built1966Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,480 SF

Payment Calculator

$37,278 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$31,680

Property Taxes

$5,598

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 409 Monarch Bay Drive

Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Pets Allowed: Call For Rules
Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Financing: Cash
  • 433a Certified: No
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 4472
  • Tax Census Tract: 423.05
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
  • Tax Lot: 35
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Accessibility Features: Low Pile Carpeting
  • Disability Access: Low Pile Carpeting
  • Association Amenities: Pickleball, Picnic Area, Playground, Dog Park, Tennis Court(s), Sport Court, Trash, Guard, Controlled Access
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Storm Drains, Street Lights
  • Community: Monarch Bay (MB)
  • Complex Name: Monarch Bay
  • Association Name: Monarch Bay
  • Association Phone: 949-833-2600
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Gas Stove
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Bar, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Formal Entry, Game Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Office
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Room Bathroom Features: Shower in Tub, Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Soaking Tub, Upgraded
  • Eating Area: Area, Dining Room, See Remarks
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Rooms: Gas Starter, Living Room
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room, Gas Starter
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Forced Air
  • Heat Equipment: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
  • Floor Coverings: Carpet, Linoleum/Vinyl, Wood
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://vimeo.com/908962847
Exterior Features
  • Window Features: Plantation Shutters
  • Security Features: Gated with Attendant, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Security: Gated Community, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Structures: Storm Drains
  • Structure Type: House
  • Other Structures: Storm Drains
  • Miscellaneous: Storm Drains
  • View Description: Coastline, Ocean
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean Side of Freeway, Ocean Side Of Highway 1
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Tile, Wood
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
  • Spa Features: Private, Above Ground
  • Spa Heat: Above Ground, Private
  • Tennis: Yes
Green Info
  • Walk Score: 48
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: No
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Lot 6500-9999
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Levels: Two
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Electric: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Direct Entrance, Door Opener, Driveway, Garage, Garage - 1 Car, Side By Side
  • Parking Non-Garage: Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Side by Side
Property / Structure Info
  • Builders Tract Name: Monarch Bay
  • Builders Tract Code: Monarch Bay (MB)
  • Architectural Style: See Remarks
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 409 Monarch Bay Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 27, 2024

Sold

CRMLS #NP24013797

$6,500,000
Dec 27, 2024

Sold

SDMLS #NP24013797

$6,500,000
Dec 27, 2024

Sold

CLAW #NP24013797MR

$6,500,000
Dec 13, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1547642167

$6,500,000
Sep 19, 2024

Pending

CLAW #NP24013797MR

Sep 19, 2024

Pending

SDMLS #NP24013797

Sep 19, 2024

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #NP24013797MR

Sep 19, 2024

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #NP24013797

Aug 12, 2024

Price Change

CLAW #NP24013797MR

$6,800,000
Aug 12, 2024

Price Change

CRMLS #NP24013797

$6,800,000
Jun 9, 2024

Price Change

CLAW #NP24013797MR

$6,999,000
Jun 9, 2024

Price Change

CRMLS #NP24013797

$6,999,000
Feb 19, 2024

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NP24013797

$7,500,000
Feb 19, 2024

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NP24013797MR

$7,500,000
Feb 13, 2024

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NP24013797

$7,500,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/27/2024

Sold

CRMLS #NP24013797

$6,500,000
12/27/2024

Sold

SDMLS #NP24013797

$6,500,000
12/27/2024

Sold

CLAW #NP24013797MR

$6,500,000
12/13/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1547642167

$6,500,000
09/19/2024

Pending

CLAW #NP24013797MR

09/19/2024

Pending

SDMLS #NP24013797

09/19/2024

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #NP24013797MR

09/19/2024

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #NP24013797

08/12/2024

Price Change

CLAW #NP24013797MR

$6,800,000
08/12/2024

Price Change

CRMLS #NP24013797

$6,800,000
06/09/2024

Price Change

CLAW #NP24013797MR

$6,999,000
06/09/2024

Price Change

CRMLS #NP24013797

$6,999,000
02/19/2024

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NP24013797

$7,500,000
02/19/2024

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NP24013797MR

$7,500,000
02/13/2024

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NP24013797

$7,500,000

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Public Records for 409 Monarch Bay Drive

Taxable ValueLand$6,240,201Additions$259,799Total$6,500,000
Tax Record2025$67,171 ($5,598 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,647 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,647 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,480 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1966CountyORANGEAPN670-151-14

Schools near 409 Monarch Bay Drive

This home is within Capistrano Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Moulton Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Niguel Hills Middle School
Public6 to 8

Dana Hills High School
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Carolwood Estates, Michael Caruso, DRE #01073919; Carolwood Estates, Phillip Caruso, DRE #01934516

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