34 Smithcliffs Rd
Description
Positioned on a quiet cul-de-sac behind an additional automatic security gate, the home captures sweeping ocean, coastline, and sunset views while offering exceptional privacy...Welcome to Smithcliffs, one of Laguna Beach’s most private and historic coastal enclaves, established in 1915 and comprised of only 20 residences. Located within this ultra-exclusive gated North Laguna community, 34 Smithcliffs Road presents a rare opportunity to own in one of the city’s most tightly held blufftop neighborhoods.
Positioned on a quiet cul-de-sac behind an additional automatic security gate, the home captures sweeping ocean, coastline, and sunset views while offering exceptional privacy just moments from Laguna’s renowned beaches, galleries, restaurants, and village amenities. Thoughtfully updated interiors, expansive living areas, view terraces, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow create an ideal setting for both entertaining and relaxed coastal living.
Defined by its historic character, architectural pedigree, and elevated position above the shoreline, Smithcliffs represents one of Laguna Beach’s most coveted residential settings—where opportunities to purchase are exceptionally rare.
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baron.bershaw@compass.comP: (714)-943-7363
Property Details for 34 Smithcliffs Road
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Property Details for 34 Smithcliffs Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | OC26078316 |
| Days on Market | 3 |
| Taxes | - |
| HOA Fees | $600 / month |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1997 |
| Lot Size | 0.27 AC / 11,727 SF |
| County | Orange County |
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Building Information for 34 Smithcliffs Road
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1Property Information for 34 Smithcliffs Road
- Pets Allowed: Call For Rules
- Tax Tract Number: 13988
- CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $1,046
- Tax Lot: 7
- Association Amenities: Other
- Assessments YN: Yes
- Assessments: Unknown
- Community Features: Hiking, Park
- Community: Smithcliffs (SMC)
- Complex Name: Smithcliffs HOA
- Association Name: Smithcliffs HOA
- Association Phone: (714) 508-9070
- Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Microwave, Barbecue, Water Softener, Ice Maker, Water Purifier, Double Oven, Freezer, Dishwasher
- Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Water Softener, 6 Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Freezer, Ice Maker, Barbecue, Water Purifier
- Interior Features: Balcony, Dry Bar, Block Walls, Built-in Features, Elevator, Living Room Balcony, Recessed Lighting, Wired for Sound
- Room Type: Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Pantry, Laundry, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom
- Main Level Bathrooms: 2
- Main Level Bedrooms: 1
- Room Bathroom Features: Shower in Tub, Bathtub, Remodeled, Shower
- Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom, WalkInCloset
- Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open to Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen, Stone Counters, Kitchen Island, Utility sink, Walk-In Pantry
- Laundry: Yes
- Laundry Features: Washer Included, Dryer Included
- Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Family Room
- Fireplace Rooms: Family Room, Living Room
- Fireplace: FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Central
- Heating: Fireplace(s), Central
- Heat Equipment: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Floor Coverings: Wood
- Flooring: Wood
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=nhi4nZZtnTS
- Security Features: Fire Sprinkler System, Card/Code Access, Guarded, Closed Circuit Camera(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Wired for Alarm System, 24 Hour Security, Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Gated Community, Automatic Gate
- Security: 24 Hour Security, Automatic Gate, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Card/Code Access, Gated Community, On Site Guard, Fire/Smoke Detection Sys, Security System, Security Lights, Wired for Alarm System
- Entry Location: Front Door
- Structures: Elevators/Stairclimber
- Structure Type: House
- Other Structures: Elevators/Stairclimber
- Property Condition: Turnkey
- Miscellaneous: Elevators/Stairclimber
- View Description: Bluff, Ocean, Peek-A-Boo
- Patio: Yes
- Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Enclosed
- Pool Features: None
- Pool Description: None
- Pool: N/K
- Pool Heat: N/K
- Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front, Corner Lot, 0-1 Unit/Acre, Sprinklers In Rear
- Lease Considered: No
- Available For Lease: No
- Land Lease: No
- Land Lease Type: Fee
- Sprinklers: Yes
- Levels: Two
- Water: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
- Electric: Standard, 220 Volts in Garage, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Water Source: Public
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking: Yes
- Parking Garage: Door Opener, Driveway, Garage, Garage - 1 Car, Garage - 2 Car, Garage - 3 Car, Gated
- Uncovered Spaces: 6
- Open Other Spaces Total: 6
- Parking Non-Garage: Garage, Garage - Single Door, Garage - Three Door, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener, Gated
- Parking Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Garage: Garage, Garage - Single Door, Garage - Three Door, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener, Gated
- Carport Spaces: 0
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Garage, Gated, Garage - Three Door, Garage - Single Door, Driveway, Garage Faces Rear, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
- Builders Tract Name: Smithcliffs
- Builders Tract Code: Smithcliffs (SMC)
- Architectural Style: Contemporary, Custom Built, Modern
- Residential Styles: Detached
- Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls
Property History for 34 Smithcliffs Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2026 | Listed (Active) CLAW #OC26078316MR | $12,000,000 | — |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC26078316 | $12,000,000 | — |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC26078316 | $12,000,000 | — |
| Mar 29, 2024 | Sold CRMLS #24344871 | $10,000,000 | — |
| Mar 29, 2024 | Sold SDMLS #24-344871 | $10,000,000 | — |
| Mar 29, 2024 | Sold CLAW #24-344871 | — | |
| Mar 11, 2024 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1529912099 | $10,000,000 | +16.2% / yr |
| Mar 8, 2024 | Pending CLAW #24-344871 | — | |
| Mar 8, 2024 | Pending SDMLS #24-344871 | — | |
| Jan 29, 2024 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #24344871 | $10,750,000 | — |
| Jan 29, 2024 | Listed (Active) CLAW #24-344871 | $10,750,000 | — |
| Jan 29, 2024 | Listed (Active) SDMLS #24-344871 | $10,750,000 | — |
| Oct 16, 2019 | Sold CLAW #LG19106796MR | $5,100,000 | — |
| Oct 16, 2019 | Sold SDMLS #LG19106796 | $5,100,000 | — |
| Oct 16, 2019 | Sold CRMLS #LG19106796 | $5,100,000 | — |
| Sep 17, 2019 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #655115166 | $5,100,000 | — |
| Aug 30, 2019 | Accepting Backup Offers CRMLS #LG19106796 | — | |
| Aug 17, 2019 | Pending CRMLS #LG19106796 | — | |
| Aug 17, 2019 | Pending SDMLS #LG19106796 | — | |
| Aug 17, 2019 | Pending CLAW #LG19106796MR | — | |
| May 8, 2019 | Listed (Active) SDMLS #LG19106796 | $5,378,000 | — |
| May 8, 2019 | Listed (Active) CLAW #LG19106796MR | $5,378,000 | — |
| May 8, 2019 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #LG19106796 | $5,378,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/11/2026 | Listed (Active) CLAW #OC26078316MR | $12,000,000 |
| 04/11/2026 | Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC26078316 | $12,000,000 |
| 04/11/2026 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC26078316 | $12,000,000 |
| 03/29/2024 | Sold CRMLS #24344871 | $10,000,000 |
| 03/29/2024 | Sold SDMLS #24-344871 | $10,000,000 |
| 03/29/2024 | Sold CLAW #24-344871 | — |
| 03/11/2024 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1529912099 | $10,000,000 +16.2% / yr |
| 03/08/2024 | Pending CLAW #24-344871 | — |
| 03/08/2024 | Pending SDMLS #24-344871 | — |
| 01/29/2024 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #24344871 | $10,750,000 |
| 01/29/2024 | Listed (Active) CLAW #24-344871 | $10,750,000 |
| 01/29/2024 | Listed (Active) SDMLS #24-344871 | $10,750,000 |
| 10/16/2019 | Sold CLAW #LG19106796MR | $5,100,000 |
| 10/16/2019 | Sold SDMLS #LG19106796 | $5,100,000 |
| 10/16/2019 | Sold CRMLS #LG19106796 | $5,100,000 |
| 09/17/2019 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #655115166 | $5,100,000 |
| 08/30/2019 | Accepting Backup Offers CRMLS #LG19106796 | — |
| 08/17/2019 | Pending CRMLS #LG19106796 | — |
| 08/17/2019 | Pending SDMLS #LG19106796 | — |
| 08/17/2019 | Pending CLAW #LG19106796MR | — |
| 05/08/2019 | Listed (Active) SDMLS #LG19106796 | $5,378,000 |
| 05/08/2019 | Listed (Active) CLAW #LG19106796MR | $5,378,000 |
| 05/08/2019 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #LG19106796 | $5,378,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 34 Smithcliffs Road
Schools near 34 Smithcliffs Road
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 |
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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