856 Cliff Dr

Laguna Beach, CA 92651

$3,725,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,387 Sq. Ft.
$2,686 / Sq. Ft.
1,387
Sq. Ft.
$2,686
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 9/29/23
Closed 9/29/23
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Description

Available for the first time in over sixty years, this idyllic Laguna Beach cottage exemplifies the quintessential beach cottage lifestyle. Mere feet from the sandy beach of iconic Fisherman’s Cove, with expansive ocean and coastline views, this three bedroom, two bath home was originally constructed in the '20s as a holiday place to enjoy local fishing. The exterior is clad in redwood siding and features a large brick patio with sit down white water ocean views as well as a private side yard which...Available for the first time in over sixty years, this idyllic Laguna Beach cottage exemplifies the quintessential beach cottage lifestyle. Mere feet from the sandy beach of iconic Fisherman’s Cove, with expansive ocean and coastline views, this three bedroom, two bath home was originally constructed in the '20s as a holiday place to enjoy local fishing. The exterior is clad in redwood siding and features a large brick patio with sit down white water ocean views as well as a private side yard which can be accessed from the main living area and one of two ground floor bedrooms. Inside, the main living area features a classic exposed beam ceiling and warmly greets occupants with a wood burning fireplace framed by floor to ceiling wood paneling and a mantle which was sourced from Edgar Allen Poe’s childhood home in Richmond Virginia (c.1810) which earns this home it’s moniker: "Raven House”. Original Knotty Pine “Laguna Paneling” and Douglas Fir flooring are carried throughout the home which has a completely updated electrical system, newer roof and plumbing replaced with copper supply and ABS lines, new central heater and 10’’ of fiberglass batting insulation in the attic. An abundance of light enters the home through glass windows and doors which were assembled on site by carpenters and glaziers in the '20s & '30s. The kitchen houses a vintage steel Youngstown Kitchen sink and cabinet assembly which is original to the home, a walk-in pantry, Lindsay Lockerby Field hand-painted cabinets, and a dining nook with ocean views. The upstairs bedroom suite offers ocean views, a bathroom and can be accessed from inside the home or via a separate outside entrance. At one time, this suite featured a kitchenette and could be easily reconverted for additional living flexibility. A small one car garage & and driveway offer two off-street parking spaces. This beautifully restored and maintained cottage retains all of the charm of an original Laguna Beach cottage with subtle upgrades to the major systems and is an excellent candidate for the Mills Act which could offer an owner tremendous property tax savings. The Raven House presents a truly once in a generation opportunity.

Listing Agent

  1. Carter Kaufman

    Carter Kaufman

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01968622

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Property Details for 856 Cliff Drive

Architectural Style
Cottage, Traditional
View
City Lights, Coastline, Ocean, Park/Greenbelt, Water, White Water
Parking Spaces Total
2
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
None
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
LISTING UPDATED: 09/29/2023 07:13 AM

Property Details for 856 Cliff Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #OC23072396
Days on Market127
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1933
Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,500 SF
CountyOrange County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2%
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Carter Kaufman, DRE #01968622

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty, Ryan Keller, DRE #02147289

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Building Information for 856 Cliff Drive

Stories2Year Built1933Building Size-Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,500 SF

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Property Information for 856 Cliff Drive

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Financing: Conventional
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Block: C
  • Tax Tract Number: 481
  • Tax Census Tract: 626.56
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $1,178
  • Tax Lot: 7
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Disability Access: 2+ Access Exits
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Curbs, Park, Watersports, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban
  • Community: North Laguna (NL)
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave
  • Equipment: Disposal, Microwave, Freezer, Gas Oven, Gas Stove
  • Interior Features: Copper Plumbing Full, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Storage
  • Room Type: Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Suite
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Main Floor Full Bath, Separate tub and shower, Soaking Tub, Walk-in shower
  • Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom, Master Suite
  • Eating Area: Area, Breakfast Nook, In Kitchen
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Heat Equipment: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
  • Floor Coverings: Carpet, Wood
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Brick
  • Structures: Storm Drains, Suburban
  • Structure Type: House
  • Other Structures: Storm Drains, Suburban
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Miscellaneous: Storm Drains, Suburban
  • View Description: City Lights, Coastline, Ocean, Water, White Water
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Brick, Porch, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sprinklers In Front, Up Slope from Street
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Levels: Two
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Electric: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Direct Entrance, Garage
  • Uncovered Spaces: 1
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 1
  • Parking Non-Garage: Direct Garage Access, Garage
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Garage: Direct Garage Access, Garage
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage Faces Side
Property / Structure Info
  • Builders Tract Name: North Laguna
  • Builders Tract Code: North Laguna (NL)
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Traditional
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 856 Cliff Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 29, 2023

Sold

CLAW #OC23072396MR

$3,725,000—
Sep 29, 2023

Sold

CRMLS #OC23072396

$3,725,000—
Sep 29, 2023

Sold

SDMLS #OC23072396

$3,725,000—
Sep 21, 2023

Pending

CRMLS #OC23072396

—
Sep 14, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1519475865

$3,725,000—
Sep 5, 2023

Pending

CLAW #OC23072396MR

—
Sep 5, 2023

Pending

SDMLS #OC23072396

—
Sep 5, 2023

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #OC23072396MR

—
Sep 5, 2023

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #OC23072396

—
Jul 24, 2023

Price Change

CLAW #OC23072396MR

$3,895,000—
Jul 24, 2023

Price Change

CRMLS #OC23072396

$3,895,000—
May 1, 2023

Listed (Active)

CLAW #OC23072396MR

$4,000,000—
May 1, 2023

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #OC23072396

$4,000,000—
May 1, 2023

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #OC23072396

$4,000,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/29/2023

Sold

CLAW #OC23072396MR

$3,725,000
09/29/2023

Sold

CRMLS #OC23072396

$3,725,000
09/29/2023

Sold

SDMLS #OC23072396

$3,725,000
09/21/2023

Pending

CRMLS #OC23072396

—
09/14/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1519475865

$3,725,000
09/05/2023

Pending

CLAW #OC23072396MR

—
09/05/2023

Pending

SDMLS #OC23072396

—
09/05/2023

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #OC23072396MR

—
09/05/2023

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #OC23072396

—
07/24/2023

Price Change

CLAW #OC23072396MR

$3,895,000
07/24/2023

Price Change

CRMLS #OC23072396

$3,895,000
05/01/2023

Listed (Active)

CLAW #OC23072396MR

$4,000,000
05/01/2023

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #OC23072396

$4,000,000
05/01/2023

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #OC23072396

$4,000,000

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

Public Records for 856 Cliff Drive

Taxable ValueLand$3,734,175Additions$119,092Total$3,853,267
Tax Record2025$40,003 ($3,334 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,387 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,387 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,580 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1933CountyORANGEAPN053-155-08

Schools near 856 Cliff Drive

This home is within Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
El Morro Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Thurston Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Laguna Beach High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
El Morro Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Thurston Middle School
Public6 to 8

Laguna Beach High School
Public9 to 12

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