40 Smithcliffs Rd
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

$8,995,000

Last Sold Price

Beds

Baths

8,970 Sq. Ft.

$1,003 / Sq. Ft.

8,970

Sq. Ft.

$1,003

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Description

The opportunity to own at Laguna Beach’s exclusive 22-home Smithcliffs enclave is among the rarest along the Southern California coastline, placing this inimitable custom compound in a genuine league of its own. Sequestered behind the gates atop soaring oceanfront bluffs, the unparalleled French Normandy mansion features an expansive two-parcel corner location that cannot be duplicated as well as three structures including a main home with 5 bedrooms and 3-car attached garage; a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom...The opportunity to own at Laguna Beach’s exclusive 22-home Smithcliffs enclave is among the rarest along the Southern California coastline, placing this inimitable custom compound in a genuine league of its own. Sequestered behind the gates atop soaring oceanfront bluffs, the unparalleled French Normandy mansion features an expansive two-parcel corner location that cannot be duplicated as well as three structures including a main home with 5 bedrooms and 3-car attached garage; a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom detached guest house; and a secondary detached three-car garage crowned by a guest studio. Private patios, intimate terraces, lush lawns, and a grand pool and spa with waterfall rival nearby resorts in their beauty. The lavish detached guest house with separate entry offers an entertainment patio and an outdoor kitchen pavilion lends flair to large and small gatherings. Generous in size, the estate hosts an appropriately regal foyer that greets residents and guests with a double-height domed ceiling, circular staircase and inlaid mosaic tile. Formal rooms are opulent, including a living room with fireplace and an abundance of windows, and a large dining room with dry bar, wine cellar and French doors to the terrace. An office is adorned in rich wood wainscoting, and the main hall is gallery-sized, providing broad expanses for artwork. Truly exceptional, the family room and kitchen area is characterized by beamed ceilings, a built-in entertainment center with surround sound, five sets of French doors, a butler’s pantry, walk-in pantry, granite countertops, furniture-caliber custom cabinetry, hammered copper farmhouse sink, a breakfast area, and top appliances including a built-in refrigerator and a Wolf range. Comfort and privacy is ensured for all thanks to five bedrooms and six baths in the main home, including a first-level suite, a bonus-room style suite, and a primary suite with balcony, vaulted ceiling, fireplace, two walk-in closets, a soaking tub and separate rain shower. Appreciated features continue with a secondary staircase, a blend of travertine, wood and designer carpet flooring, whole-house audio, lighted art niches, fabulous tile, and designer paint and wall treatments. Adding to the allure of the home are two driveways offering 6 uncovered spaces in addition to the 6 garage spaces. The Smithcliffs community presents beach access and is close to John Wayne Airport as well as Laguna’s renowned collection of art galleries, restaurants and shops.

Listed by Tim Smith • DRE #01346878 • Brokerage DRE #00616212 • Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details for 40 Smithcliffs Road

View

None

Parking Spaces Total

Private Pool

Yes

Cooling Type

Central

Total Units

1.0

Building Type

Detached

Lot Size Source

See Remarks

Living Area

8970

LISTING UPDATED: 09/15/2022 10:46 AM

Property Details for 40 Smithcliffs Road

Status	Closed
MLS #	NP22111518
Days on Market	33
Taxes	-
HOA Fees	$1,000 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees	-
Compass Type	Single Family
MLS Type	Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built	1996
Lot Size	0.52 AC / 22,559 SF
County	Orange County

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Sold By First Team Real Estate, Meital Taub, DRE #01871040

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Stories2Year Built1996Building Size-Lot Size0.52 AC / 22,559 SF

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Rental Info

Pets Allowed: Call For Rules

Income / Expense / Tax Details

Income Details

Financing: Cash To New Loan

Tax / Assessment Info

Tax Tract Number: 13988
Tax Census Tract: 626.56

CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
Tax Lot: 4

Community / Development

Association Amenities: Management, Controlled Access
Assessments YN: Yes

Assessments: Unknown
Community Features: Sidewalks
Community: Smithcliffs (SMC)
Complex Name: Smithcliffs
Association Name: Smithcliffs
Association Phone: 714-508-9070

Property / Structure Info

Interior Features

Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
Equipment: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, 6 Burner Stove, Freezer, Gas Stove

Interior Features: 2 Staircases, Balcony, Built-in Features, Coffered Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Pantry, Recessed Lighting
Room Type: Bonus Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Wine Cellar
Rooms: Guest House
Main Level Bathrooms: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Room Bathroom Features: Shower, Shower in Tub, Closet in bathroom, Double sinks in bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Privacy toilet door, Separate tub and shower, Soaking Tub, Vanity area, Walk-in shower
Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bedroom, WalkInCloset
Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Utility sink, Walk-In Pantry
Eating Area: Dining Room, In Kitchen
Laundry: Yes
Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplace Rooms: Family Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplace: FP in Family Room, FP in Primary BR
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Type: Central
Heating: Central
Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
Floor Coverings: Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
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Exterior Features

Door Features: French Doors, Mirror Closet Door(s)
Security Features: Gated Community

Security: Gated Community
Exterior Features: Barbecue Private, Lighting
Structure Type: House
Other Structures: Guest House, Guest House Detached, Second Garage
View Description: None
Waterfront Features: Ocean Side of Freeway, Ocean Side Of Highway 1
Patio: Yes
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Pool Features: Private, In Ground
Pool Description: In Ground, Private
Pool: Below Ground, Private
Pool Heat: Below Ground, Private
Spa Features: Private, In Ground
Spa Heat: Private Below Ground, Private
Tennis Court: Guest House

Land/Lot Info

Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft
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
Electric: Standard
Water Source: Public

Parking Info

Garage Spaces: 6
Parking: Yes

Parking Garage: Direct Entrance, Driveway, Garage, Garage - 2 Car
Uncovered Spaces: 6
Open Other Spaces Total: 6
Parking Non-Garage: Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage - Two Door
Parking Garage Spaces: 6
Parking Garage: Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage - Two Door
Carport Spaces: 0
Attached Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage - Two Door

Property / Structure Info

Builders Tract Name: Smithcliffs
Builders Tract Code: Smithcliffs (SMC)

Residential Styles: Detached
Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 40 Smithcliffs Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 15, 2022	Sold CLAW #NP22111518MR	$8,995,000	—
Sep 15, 2022	Sold CRMLS #NP22111518	$8,995,000	—
Sep 15, 2022	Sold SDMLS #NP22111518	$8,995,000	—
Aug 12, 2022	Pending CRMLS #NP22111518		—
Jul 26, 2022	Pending SDMLS #NP22111518		—
Jul 26, 2022	Pending CLAW #NP22111518MR		—
Jul 26, 2022	Accepting Backup Offers CRMLS #NP22111518		—
Jul 26, 2022	Accepting Backup Offers CLAW #NP22111518MR		—
Jun 23, 2022	Listed (Active) CRMLS #NP22111518	$8,850,000	—
May 27, 2022	Withdrawn / Cancelled CLAW #OC21219877MR		—
May 27, 2022	Withdrawn / Cancelled CRMLS #OC21219877	$9,349,000	—
May 26, 2022	Withdrawn / Cancelled SDMLS #OC21219877		—
May 25, 2022	Hold CRMLS #OC21219877		—
May 23, 2022	Listed (Active) CLAW #NP22111518MR	$8,850,000	—
May 23, 2022	Listed (Active) SDMLS #NP22111518	$8,850,000	—
Mar 21, 2022	Price Change SDMLS #OC21219877	$9,349,000	—
Feb 10, 2022	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC21219877		—
Feb 10, 2022	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC21219877		—
Feb 4, 2022	Accepting Backup Offers SDMLS #OC21219877		—
Feb 3, 2022	Accepting Backup Offers CRMLS #OC21219877		—
Feb 3, 2022	Accepting Backup Offers CLAW #OC21219877MR		—
Feb 3, 2022	Pending SDMLS #OC21219877		—
Oct 15, 2021	Listed (Active) CLAW #OC21219877MR	$9,499,000	—
Oct 9, 2021	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC21219877	$9,499,000	—
Oct 9, 2021	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC21219877	$9,499,000	—
Jan 1, 2021	Expired CRMLS #OC20084138	$8,900,000	—
Dec 31, 2020	Expired CLAW #OC20084138MR		—
Dec 18, 2020	Withdrawn / Cancelled CRMLS #OC20084138		—
Dec 18, 2020	Withdrawn / Cancelled CLAW #OC20084138MR		—
Dec 18, 2020	Expired SDMLS #OC20084138		—
Nov 29, 2020	Price Change CRMLS #OC20084138	$8,900,000	—
Nov 26, 2020	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC20084138	$8,900,000	—
Nov 25, 2020	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC20084138		—
Oct 26, 2020	Hold CRMLS #OC20084138		—
Oct 26, 2020	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC20084138		—
Oct 26, 2020	Withdrawn / Cancelled SDMLS #OC20084138		—
Oct 26, 2020	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC20084138		—
Oct 20, 2020	Hold CRMLS #OC20084138		—
Sep 2, 2020	Price Change SDMLS #OC20084138	$6,500,000	—
Sep 1, 2020	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC20084138		—
Sep 1, 2020	Withdrawn / Cancelled SDMLS #OC20084138		—
Aug 31, 2020	Price Change CRMLS #OC20084138	$6,500,000	—
Aug 31, 2020	Hold CRMLS #OC20084138		—
May 18, 2020	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC20084138	$8,900,000	—
May 4, 2020	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC20084138	$8,900,000	—
May 4, 2020	Listed (Active) CLAW #OC20084138MR	$8,900,000	—
Nov 1, 2019	Expired CRMLS #OC19085065	$10,500,000	—
Nov 1, 2019	Expired CRMLS #OC19085051	$10,500,000	—
Oct 31, 2019	Expired CLAW #OC19085065MR		—
Oct 31, 2019	Expired CLAW #OC19085051MR		—
Aug 6, 2019	Withdrawn / Cancelled CRMLS #OC19085065		—
Aug 6, 2019	Withdrawn / Cancelled CRMLS #OC19085051		—
Aug 6, 2019	Expired SDMLS #OC19085065		—
Aug 6, 2019	Expired SDMLS #OC19085051		—
Apr 16, 2019	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC19085065	$10,500,000	—
Apr 16, 2019	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC19085051	$10,500,000	—
Apr 15, 2019	Listed (Active) CLAW #OC19085051MR	$10,500,000	—
Apr 15, 2019	Listed (Active) CLAW #OC19085065MR	$10,500,000	—
Apr 15, 2019	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC19085051	$10,500,000	—
Apr 15, 2019	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC19085065	$10,500,000	—
Dec 10, 2018	Expired CRMLS #OC18108431	$7,999,000	—
Dec 9, 2018	Expired CLAW #OC18108431MR		—
Oct 5, 2018	Expired SDMLS #OC18108431		—
Sep 17, 2018	Price Change CRMLS #OC18108431	$7,999,000	—
May 7, 2018	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC18108431	$10,500,000	—
May 7, 2018	Listed (Active) CLAW #OC18108431MR	$10,500,000	—
May 7, 2018	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC18108431	$10,500,000	—
Dec 13, 2017	Withdrawn / Cancelled CLAW #OC17229383MR		—
Dec 13, 2017	Withdrawn / Cancelled CRMLS #OC17229383	$10,998,000	—
Oct 5, 2017	Listed (Active) CLAW #OC17229383MR	$10,998,000	—
Oct 5, 2017	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC17229383	$10,998,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/15/2022	Sold CLAW #NP22111518MR	$8,995,000
09/15/2022	Sold CRMLS #NP22111518	$8,995,000
09/15/2022	Sold SDMLS #NP22111518	$8,995,000
08/12/2022	Pending CRMLS #NP22111518	—
07/26/2022	Pending SDMLS #NP22111518	—
07/26/2022	Pending CLAW #NP22111518MR	—
07/26/2022	Accepting Backup Offers CRMLS #NP22111518	—
07/26/2022	Accepting Backup Offers CLAW #NP22111518MR	—
06/23/2022	Listed (Active) CRMLS #NP22111518	$8,850,000
05/27/2022	Withdrawn / Cancelled CLAW #OC21219877MR	—
05/27/2022	Withdrawn / Cancelled CRMLS #OC21219877	$9,349,000
05/26/2022	Withdrawn / Cancelled SDMLS #OC21219877	—
05/25/2022	Hold CRMLS #OC21219877	—
05/23/2022	Listed (Active) CLAW #NP22111518MR	$8,850,000
05/23/2022	Listed (Active) SDMLS #NP22111518	$8,850,000
03/21/2022	Price Change SDMLS #OC21219877	$9,349,000
02/10/2022	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC21219877	—
02/10/2022	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC21219877	—
02/04/2022	Accepting Backup Offers SDMLS #OC21219877	—
02/03/2022	Accepting Backup Offers CRMLS #OC21219877	—
02/03/2022	Accepting Backup Offers CLAW #OC21219877MR	—
02/03/2022	Pending SDMLS #OC21219877	—
10/15/2021	Listed (Active) CLAW #OC21219877MR	$9,499,000
10/09/2021	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC21219877	$9,499,000
10/09/2021	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC21219877	$9,499,000
01/01/2021	Expired CRMLS #OC20084138	$8,900,000
12/31/2020	Expired CLAW #OC20084138MR	—
12/18/2020	Withdrawn / Cancelled CRMLS #OC20084138	—
12/18/2020	Withdrawn / Cancelled CLAW #OC20084138MR	—
12/18/2020	Expired SDMLS #OC20084138	—
11/29/2020	Price Change CRMLS #OC20084138	$8,900,000
11/26/2020	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC20084138	$8,900,000
11/25/2020	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC20084138	—
10/26/2020	Hold CRMLS #OC20084138	—
10/26/2020	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC20084138	—
10/26/2020	Withdrawn / Cancelled SDMLS #OC20084138	—
10/26/2020	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC20084138	—
10/20/2020	Hold CRMLS #OC20084138	—
09/02/2020	Price Change SDMLS #OC20084138	$6,500,000
09/01/2020	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC20084138	—
09/01/2020	Withdrawn / Cancelled SDMLS #OC20084138	—
08/31/2020	Price Change CRMLS #OC20084138	$6,500,000
08/31/2020	Hold CRMLS #OC20084138	—
05/18/2020	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC20084138	$8,900,000
05/04/2020	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC20084138	$8,900,000
05/04/2020	Listed (Active) CLAW #OC20084138MR	$8,900,000
11/01/2019	Expired CRMLS #OC19085065	$10,500,000
11/01/2019	Expired CRMLS #OC19085051	$10,500,000
10/31/2019	Expired CLAW #OC19085065MR	—
10/31/2019	Expired CLAW #OC19085051MR	—
08/06/2019	Withdrawn / Cancelled CRMLS #OC19085065	—
08/06/2019	Withdrawn / Cancelled CRMLS #OC19085051	—
08/06/2019	Expired SDMLS #OC19085065	—
08/06/2019	Expired SDMLS #OC19085051	—
04/16/2019	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC19085065	$10,500,000
04/16/2019	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC19085051	$10,500,000
04/15/2019	Listed (Active) CLAW #OC19085051MR	$10,500,000
04/15/2019	Listed (Active) CLAW #OC19085065MR	$10,500,000
04/15/2019	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC19085051	$10,500,000
04/15/2019	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC19085065	$10,500,000
12/10/2018	Expired CRMLS #OC18108431	$7,999,000
12/09/2018	Expired CLAW #OC18108431MR	—
10/05/2018	Expired SDMLS #OC18108431	—
09/17/2018	Price Change CRMLS #OC18108431	$7,999,000
05/07/2018	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC18108431	$10,500,000
05/07/2018	Listed (Active) CLAW #OC18108431MR	$10,500,000
05/07/2018	Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC18108431	$10,500,000
12/13/2017	Withdrawn / Cancelled CLAW #OC17229383MR	—
12/13/2017	Withdrawn / Cancelled CRMLS #OC17229383	$10,998,000
10/05/2017	Listed (Active) CLAW #OC17229383MR	$10,998,000
10/05/2017	Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC17229383	$10,998,000

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

Public Records for 40 Smithcliffs Road

Taxable ValueLand$7,439,432Additions$1,908,562Total$9,347,994

Tax Record2025$96,007 ($8,001 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyORANGEAPN053-301-73

Schools near 40 Smithcliffs Road

This home is within Laguna Beach Unified School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
8/10	El Morro Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	1.5 mi
8/10	Thurston Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	2.3 mi
10/10	Laguna Beach High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.8 mi


Rating	School	Distance
8/10	El Morro Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	1.5 mi
8/10	Thurston Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	2.3 mi
10/10	Laguna Beach High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.8 mi

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