1991 Ocean Way

Laguna Beach, CA 92651

$15,250,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
6
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
5,472 Sq. Ft.
$2,787 / Sq. Ft.
5,472
Sq. Ft.
$2,787
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Once the residence of screen legend Bette Davis, perched atop a captivating oceanfront cliff, this statuesque estate draws in all who visit. This 5,472 +/- s.f., 6 bed, 8 bath French Normandy estate in Laguna Beach has earned a place on the registry of historic places and benefits from Mills Act status which greatly reduces its property tax obligation. A private courtyard entry leads to the home’s main entrance, guest house entrance, and dining terrace with stairs leading to a sunny lounge area with...Once the residence of screen legend Bette Davis, perched atop a captivating oceanfront cliff, this statuesque estate draws in all who visit. This 5,472 +/- s.f., 6 bed, 8 bath French Normandy estate in Laguna Beach has earned a place on the registry of historic places and benefits from Mills Act status which greatly reduces its property tax obligation. A private courtyard entry leads to the home’s main entrance, guest house entrance, and dining terrace with stairs leading to a sunny lounge area with direct stair access to the beach below. The main house, anchored by an exquisite great room leads guests to the Lookout Room and adjoining family room and dining room, all with stunning views of crashing waves and sea. With solid oak floors and updated styling throughout, the home encircles a central spiral staircase topped with a conical roof and spire. The updated kitchen with eating nook offers stainless steel top-end appliances. Upstairs is a master suite with an interior Juliet balcony over the great room, a large ocean view terrace, & updated ensuite w/Carrara marble & heated floors. Two additional ensuite bedrooms and extra storage rooms complete the upper level. The lower level offers a large bar area & adjoining media room, wine cellar, gym & ocean view bedroom. The separate guest house has two ensuite guest rooms, one within its own self-contained apartment. This exclusive and private retreat, surrounded by lush greenery, sand, and breathtaking overlooks, is a stone’s-throw distance from shops, restaurants, and the art galleries of Laguna Beach.
  1. Listed by John Cain • DRE #01467294 • Brokerage DRE #01767484 • Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Property Details for 1991 Ocean Way

Architectural Style
French
View
Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Courtyard, Harbor, Hills, Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic, Water, White Water
Parking Spaces Total
6
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
Central Forced Air, Zoned Area(s)
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Public Records

Location

Listing Courtesy of Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty, John Cain, DRE #01467294

Sold By Compass, Mike Johnson, DRE #01429647

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/29/2022 05:02 AM

Property Details for 1991 Ocean Way

StatusClosed
MLS #OC21047416
Days on Market438
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1929
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,391 SF
CountyOrange County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty, John Cain, DRE #01467294

Sold By Compass, Mike Johnson, DRE #01429647

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Building Information for 1991 Ocean Way

Stories3Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,391 SF

Payment Calculator

$85,913 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$83,226

Property Taxes

$2,687

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1991 Ocean Way

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Financing: Cash
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 63
  • Tax Lot: 30
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Park, Watersports, Preserve/Public Land
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Barbecue, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, 6 Burner Stove, Double Oven, Barbecue
  • Interior Features: Balcony, Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Living Room Balcony, Pantry, Stone Counters, Storage, Sump Pump, Two Story Ceilings, Unfurnished, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
  • Room Type: Art Studio, Attic, Basement, Bonus Room, Den, Entry, Exercise Room, Family Room, Formal Entry, Foyer, Galley Kitchen, Game Room, Great Room, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Home Theatre, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Loft, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Master Suite, Media Room, Office, Recreation, Retreat, Separate Family Room, Two Masters, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet, Wine Cellar, Workshop
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Room Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Remodeled, Stone Counters, Upgraded, Vanity area
  • Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bedroom, Master Suite, WalkInCloset
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchenette, Stone Counters
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry, Stone Counters, Galley Kitchen
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room
  • Basement: Finished
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Individual Room, Washer Included
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Game Room, Guest House, Outside
  • Fireplace Rooms: Family Room, Game Room, Guest House
  • Fireplace: FP in Family Room, Game Room, Guest House
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Central, Zoned, Forced Air
  • Heat Equipment: Zoned Areas, Forced Air Unit
  • Floor Coverings: Wood
  • Flooring: Wood
Exterior Features
  • Entry Location: Front
  • Structure Type: House
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Guest House Detached, Outbuilding, Storage
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Miscellaneous: Preserve/Public Land
  • View Description: Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Courtyard, Harbor, Hills, Ocean, Panoramic, Water, White Water
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Beach Front, Fishing in Community, Navigable Water, Ocean Access, Ocean Front, Ocean Side of Freeway, Ocean Side Of Highway 1, Sea Front, Seawall
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio: Brick, Covered, Deck, Patio, Patio Open, Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features: Brick, Covered, Deck, Patio, Patio Open, Porch, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Tennis Court: Guest House
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Bluff, Corner Lot, Sloped Down, Garden, Landscaped, Level with Street, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Steep Slope, Yard
  • Lot Location: Preserve/Public Land, Corner Lot, Park Nearby
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Topography: Level, Slope Steep
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Electric: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Door Opener, Driveway, Garage, Garage - 2 Car
  • Uncovered Spaces: 3
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 3
  • Parking Non-Garage: Driveway
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Garage: Garage, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
Property / Structure Info
  • Builders Tract Name: Woods Cove
  • Builders Tract Code: Woods Cove (WC)
  • Architectural Style: Tudor/French Normandy
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 1991 Ocean Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 1991 Ocean Way

Taxable ValueLand$2,448,065Additions$612,016Total$3,060,081
Tax Record2023$32,240 ($2,687 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt4,508 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,508 SqFtStories3Lot Size7,570 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929CountyORANGEAPN644-277-13

Schools near 1991 Ocean Way

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
Private - K to 7
Rating
School
Distance
Top Of The World Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Thurston Middle School
Public6 to 8

Laguna Beach High School
Public9 to 12

St. Catherine Of Siena Parish School
PrivateK to 7

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Listing Courtesy of Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty, John Cain, DRE #01467294

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