$250K PRICE DROP
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31831 Sunset Ave Laguna Beach, CA 92651
South Laguna Village NeighborhoodEstimated payment $24,098/month
Total Views
8,214
3
Beds
5
Baths
2,300
Sq Ft
$1,739
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Golf Course Community
- Fishing
- El Morro Elementary School Rated A+
- Pebble Pool Finish
- Primary Bedroom Suite
About This Home
Perched on an elevated, private corner lot, this elegant coastal Mediterranean home is a true entertainer’s paradise. The resort-style backyard features a sparkling saltwater pool and jacuzzi, Ipe wood deck, poolside bar, outdoor kitchen with BBQ, alfresco terrace with firepit and multiple lounging areas. Ivory travertine walkways connect spacious patios framed by teak-capped black iron railings, mature and native landscaping. Ambient landscape lighting and soft music from outdoor speakers create inviting ambiance. Inside, the main level boasts an airy, open-concept layout with euro hardwood floors, open beam ceilings, and a smooth plaster fireplace. Built-in white oak entertainment center and wet bar with wine and beverage fridges. Sunsets and ocean views fill the living room, primary bedroom, and kitchen with golden light, while expansive bi-fold doors open onto a raised deck overlooking the pool and serene greenbelt canyon beyond. The main kitchen and ADU are equipped with Thermador Professional appliances, stunning quartzite countertops, Rohl faucets, and elegant designer lighting by Blueprint, Visual Comfort, Worley, and Cedar & Moss. The luxurious primary suite features a custom walk-in closet, linen storage, dual vanity, and a showstopping Calacatta Viola walk-in shower with 12-foot ceilings and skylight. Additional spa-like features include Watermark brass fixtures, a Toto wall-mounted toilet, and a freestanding Victoria & Albert soaking tub. A private side door provides direct access to the pool and outdoor shower—ideal for late-night swims. Additional features include a stylish office with built-ins, spacious guest quarters with a walk-in closet, and a designer guest bathroom adorned with Zellige tile, Watermark fixtures, and a Toto wall-mounted toilet. Two beautifully appointed powder rooms add convenience and charm. The lower-level ADU serves as an expansive guest suite or entertainment space, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Positioned poolside, it includes limestone flooring, a large island, and bi-fold windows that open to form a poolside bar. The ADU bathroom offers Zellige tile, Watermark fixtures, Toto toilet, and a custom white oak vanity—creating a serene escape all its own. Perfectly located near the pristine beaches, dining, and shopping of South Laguna, this exceptional home offers the ideal blend of privacy, luxury, and lifestyle—whether as a family retreat, multi-generational living space, or entertainer’s haven.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,781
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 6,007 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Corner Lot
- Drip System Landscaping
- Sprinkler System
- Back Yard
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
- Property is zoned R1
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- 1 Attached Carport Space
- Parking Available
Property Views
- Ocean
- Catalina
- Canyon
Home Design
- Cottage
- Turnkey
- Block Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Fire Rated Drywall
- Metal Roof
- Board and Batten Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stone Veneer
- Hardboard
Interior Spaces
- 2,300 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Wet Bar
- Wired For Sound
- Wired For Data
- Built-In Features
- Bar
- Beamed Ceilings
- Recessed Lighting
- Double Pane Windows
- Casement Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Attached Deck
- L-Shaped Dining Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Built-In Range
- Microwave
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Makeup or Vanity Space
- Bidet
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Alarm System
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire Sprinkler System
Pool
- Pebble Pool Finish
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
- In Ground Spa
- Saltwater Pool
- Permits For Spa
- Permits for Pool
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Wood patio
- Outdoor Grill
- Rain Gutters
- Front Porch
Schools
- El Morro Elementary School
- Thurston Middle School
- Laguna Beach High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Natural Gas Connected
- Tankless Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 524
- Tax Tract Number 849
- Assessor Parcel Number 05614525
- Seller Considering Concessions
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- South Laguna Bluffs Subdivision
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Fishing
- Water Sports
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Map
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Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21,781 | $1,956,505 | $1,519,851 | $436,654 |
| 2023 | $18,688 | $1,679,728 | $1,490,050 | $189,678 |
| 2022 | $17,549 | $1,581,497 | $1,460,834 | $120,663 |
| 2021 | $17,198 | $1,550,488 | $1,432,190 | $118,298 |
| 2020 | $16,876 | $1,534,590 | $1,417,505 | $117,085 |
| 2019 | $16,663 | $1,504,500 | $1,389,710 | $114,790 |
| 2018 | $6,639 | $510,874 | $390,892 | $119,982 |
| 2017 | $6,343 | $500,857 | $383,227 | $117,630 |
| 2016 | $6,210 | $491,037 | $375,713 | $115,324 |
| 2015 | $5,848 | $483,662 | $370,070 | $113,592 |
| 2014 | $5,756 | $474,188 | $362,821 | $111,367 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | Price Changed | $3,999,999 | 0.0% | $1,739 / Sq Ft |
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | For Sale | $3,999,999 | -5.9% | $1,739 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | Off Market | $4,250,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/20/2025 02/20/25 | For Sale | $4,250,000 | +188.1% | $1,848 / Sq Ft |
| 01/31/2018 01/31/18 | Sold | $1,475,000 | -10.6% | $982 / Sq Ft |
| 01/04/2018 01/04/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/18/2017 12/18/17 | For Sale | $1,650,000 | -- | $1,099 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Deed History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,475,000 | California Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Commonwealth Land Title | |
| Grant Deed | $342,000 | Commonwealth Land Title | |
| Trustee Deed | $385,100 | World Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $100,000 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $250,000 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $2,250,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $1,200,000 | Commercial | |
| Closed | $575,000 | Commercial | |
| Closed | $300,000 | Commercial | |
| Closed | $1,200,000 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $450,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $112,750 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $292,250 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $239,400 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC25037139
APN: 056-145-25
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