989 Cliff Drive

Laguna Beach, CA 92651

$13,000,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
5
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
4,041 Sq. Ft.
$3,217 / Sq. Ft.
4,041
Sq. Ft.
$3,217
per Sq. Ft.

Description

With uncompromising style and a rich history, this legendary oceanfront estate on the northern shore of Laguna Beach displays a thorough update while remaining true to its Early California Mission heritage. Postcard views overlooking Shaw's Cove stretch across the horizon to capture mesmerizing sunsets, breaking waves, the evening lights of Laguna Beach and the dramatic headlands of Dana Point. The multi-level residence, formerly home to one of Hollywood's leading actresses, is terraced down a bluff...With uncompromising style and a rich history, this legendary oceanfront estate on the northern shore of Laguna Beach displays a thorough update while remaining true to its Early California Mission heritage. Postcard views overlooking Shaw's Cove stretch across the horizon to capture mesmerizing sunsets, breaking waves, the evening lights of Laguna Beach and the dramatic headlands of Dana Point. The multi-level residence, formerly home to one of Hollywood's leading actresses, is terraced down a bluff and offers direct access to the beach below, with numerous decks and balconies offering outdoor enjoyment above the sea, and a spacious front courtyard with mature tropical landscaping and stone decking for private entertaining. Tranquil interior spaces extend 4,041sf and feature a living room with fireplace and terrace access, a dining room with ornate custom ceiling, 4 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, an office with a bay window and built-in cabinetry, and a top-level bonus room.
  1. Listed by Joshua Altman • DRE #01764587 • Brokerage DRE #01883938 • Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
  2. Listed by Andy Stavros • DRE #01408840 • DOUGLAS ELLIMAN OF CALIFORNIA, INC.

Property Details for 989 Cliff Drive

Zoning
R1
Style
Mediterranean
Parcel Number
05316214
Living Area
4041
Source Living Area
Assessor
Area
North Laguna (NL)
Lot Size Area
12500
Source Lot Size Area
Assessor
LISTING UPDATED: 04/05/2022 04:23 PM

Property Details for 989 Cliff Drive

StatusSold
MLS #20-580112
Days on Market112
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1928
Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,500 SF
CountyOrange County

Building

989 Cliff Dr

3 StoriesBuilt in 1928

Virtual Tour

Building Information for 989 Cliff Drive

Stories3Year Built1928Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,500 SF

Property Information for 989 Cliff Drive

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Number Of Units: 0
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Attached
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Number Of Stories: 3
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic, Water, White Water
  • View: Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic, Water, White Water
  • Maids Room: false
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Disclosures: As Is
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 12500
  • Geocode Override: 0.0
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Driveway, Garage, Garage - 2 Car, Private
  • Total Parking: 0
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage - Two Door, Private
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Dressing Area, Entry, Family Room, Great Room, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Office, Walk-In Closet
  • Rooms: Bonus Room, Breakfast Area, Den/Office, Dining Room, Dining Area, Dressing Area, Entry, Family Room, Great Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Office, Patio Open, Walk-In Closet
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Exterior, Living Room
  • Den: Yes
  • Family Room: 1
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Common Walls: Attached
  • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Area, Room
  • Virtual Tour Url: https://vimeo.com/422500873
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structures: None
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 05-18-2020

Property History for 989 Cliff Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 989 Cliff Drive

Taxable ValueLand$12,691,828Additions$1,103,876Total$13,795,704
Tax Record2024$141,119 ($11,760 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths5Total Finished SqFt4,041 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,041 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2012CountyORANGEAPN053-162-14

Schools near 989 Cliff Drive

This home is within Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
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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Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman of California, Inc., Joshua Altman, DRE #01764587; DOUGLAS ELLIMAN OF CALIFORNIA, INC., Andy Stavros, DRE #01408840

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