31678 Seacliff Drive
31678 Seacliff Drive
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
$5,585,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
1,931 Sq. Ft.
$2,892 / Sq. Ft.
1,931
Sq. Ft.
$2,892
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 5/15/23
Closed 5/15/23
Description
This newly reconstructed historic Laguna Beach Craftsman cottage once owned by Old Hollywood actor Charlie Chaplin represents one of the finest examples of high-quality handcraftsmanship, paying homage to the home's original architectural design. Built on an elevated parcel adjacent to its oceanfront neighbor, this home features rare commanding, ocean-close, panoramic ocean views—from Palos Verdes Peninsula up-coast, out to Catalina Island, and to Three Arch Bay down-coast. Only a very small proportion...This newly reconstructed historic Laguna Beach Craftsman cottage once owned by Old Hollywood actor Charlie Chaplin represents one of the finest examples of high-quality handcraftsmanship, paying homage to the home's original architectural design. Built on an elevated parcel adjacent to its oceanfront neighbor, this home features rare commanding, ocean-close, panoramic ocean views—from Palos Verdes Peninsula up-coast, out to Catalina Island, and to Three Arch Bay down-coast. Only a very small proportion of ocean-close Laguna Beach homes (estimated at only 3%) offers both up- and down-coast views from well within the home. This home’s 3-story structure (garages on the ground level and main- and upper-levels on floors 2 and 3) provides mesmerizing ocean views from both main- and upper-levels. In addition, the home’s SW orientation provides the best protection from the wind, heat, and glare off the ocean while offering the ideal ocean view centered on Catalina Island. Rare direct deeded access to Table Rock Beach below via private gated stairs—only 30’ away. With some of the original studs preserved so as to retain grandfathered benefits, this home is otherwise newly constructed and modernized, including new foundation; steel I-beams; custom sapele mahogany woodwork thru-out; white oak floors; custom-made doors, window frames, baseboards, and heat registers; remote-controlled blinds pocketed in the ceilings; custom mahogany garage doors; drystack hand-cut exterior stonework; custom copper gutters/pipes; Dekton porcelain; Bertazzoni kitchen appliances; and Meile washer and dryer. The main-level comprises: Living Room, Dining Area, Kitchen, Downstairs Primary Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom, Powder Room, Laundry Room, and Outdoor Deck. The upper-level features 360 degrees of soaring ocean and mountain views, and includes a second Primary Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom; spacious second Living Room with Fireplace; Wet Bar; Ocean-Facing Balcony; and additional Outdoor Deck. This level could serve as secondary entertainment space or alternatively as an exclusive primary suite separate from the rest of the house. Rare 3-car side-by-side garage spaces wired for EVs, and parking for up to 6 cars. Quiet cul de sac with traffic signal onto PCH. Easy access in and out of Laguna. Walk to local restaurants. This caliber of design, new construction, and execution rarely comes available with such dramatic ocean-close views. Come enjoy the quintessential Laguna Beach lifestyle.
- Listed by Albert Rogers • DRE #01457017 • Brokerage DRE #01910796 • Opus Real Estate, Inc.
Property Details for 31678 Seacliff Drive
Architectural Style
Craftsman
ViewBluff, Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Mountain(s), Ocean, Panoramic, Water, White Water
Parking Spaces Total3
Private PoolNo
Cooling TypeN/K
Total Units1.0
Building TypeDetached
Lot Size SourceAssessor
Location
Listing Courtesy of Opus Real Estate, Inc., Albert Rogers, DRE #01457017
Sold By Team Laguna Inc, Danielle Purcell, DRE #01063725
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LISTING UPDATED: 05/16/2023 09:20 AM
Property Details for 31678 Seacliff Drive
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | LG22238655 |
| Days on Market | 106 |
| Taxes | - |
| HOA Fees | $900 |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1940 |
| Lot Size | 0.05 AC / 2,200 SF |
| County | Orange County |
Location
Listing Courtesy of Opus Real Estate, Inc., Albert Rogers, DRE #01457017
Sold By Team Laguna Inc, Danielle Purcell, DRE #01063725
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Building Information for 31678 Seacliff Drive
Stories3Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,200 SF
Payment Calculator
$36,054 per month
30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest
Principal and Interest
$30,480
Property Taxes
$4,674
HOA Dues
$900
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Property Information for 31678 Seacliff Drive
Rental Info
Rental Info
- Pets Allowed: Call For Rules
Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
- Financing: Cash
Tax / Assessment Info
- Tax Tract Number: 05036
- Tax Census Tract: 423.05
- CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $1,788
- Tax Lot: G
Community / Development
Community / Development
- Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
- Disability Access: 2+ Access Exits
- Association Amenities: Management
- Assessments YN: Yes
- Assessments: Special Assessments
- Community Features: Storm Drains, Suburban
- Complex Name: Sea Cliff Drive Association, Inc.
- Association Name: Sea Cliff Drive Association, Inc.
- Association Phone: On File
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
- Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Instant Hot Water, Microwave, Range Hood, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator
- Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Ice Maker, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Line to Refr, Gas Range
- Interior Features: Balcony, Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Living Room Balcony, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Storage, Tile Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Unfurnished, Wet Bar, Wired for Data, Wired for Sound
- Room Type: Entry, Family Room, Foyer, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Master Suite, Two Masters, Walk-In Pantry
- Rooms: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Patio Open
- Main Level Bathrooms: 2
- Main Level Bedrooms: 1
- Room Bathroom Features: Shower, Double sinks in bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Dual shower heads (or Multiple), Exhaust fan(s), Main Floor Full Bath, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Stone Counters, Upgraded, Walk-in shower
- Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Bedroom, Master Suite
- Room Kitchen Features: Butler's Pantry, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-closing cabinet doors, Self-closing drawers, Tile Counters, Utility sink
- Eating Area: Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, In Kitchen
- Water Heater Features: Gas, Instant Hot Water, Tankless
- Water Heater Type: Gas, Tankless, Instant Hot Water
- Laundry: Yes
- Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Hookup, Washer Included
- Laundry Location: Laundry Room, Inside
- Laundry Utilities: Electric, Washer Hookup
- Fireplace Features: Master Retreat, Gas
- Fireplace Rooms: Gas, Master Retreat
- Fireplace: Gas, Master Retreat
- Cooling: None
- Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, High Efficiency, Natural Gas
- Heat Source: Natural Gas
- Heating: Central, Forced Air, High Efficiency, Natural Gas
- Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit, High Efficiency
- Floor Coverings: Stone, Tile, Wood
- Flooring: Stone, Tile, Wood
- Virtual Tour URL Branded: https://www.tourfactory.com/2944370
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.tourfactory.com/idxr2944370
Exterior Features
- Door Features: Sliding Doors
- Window Features: Blinds, Casement Windows, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Roller Shields, Wood Frames
- Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Construction Materials: Steel, Stone, Stone Veneer, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Exterior Construction: Steel Siding, Stone, Stone Veneer, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Exterior: Stone, Stucco, Wood, Metal Siding
- Exterior Features: Awning(s), Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof: Asphalt, Tile
- Entry Location: 2
- Fence: Yes
- Fence: Stucco Wall
- Fencing: Block, Excellent Condition, New Condition, Stone, Stucco Wall
- Structure Type: House
- Other Structures: Second Garage, Second Garage Attached
- Property Condition: Building Permit, Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
- Miscellaneous: Storm Drains, Suburban
- View Description: Bluff, Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic, Water, White Water
- Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Ocean Access, Ocean Side of Freeway, Ocean Side Of Highway 1
- Patio: Yes
- Patio: Deck, Patio, Patio Open, Porch, Wood
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Patio Open, Porch, Front Porch, Wood
- Pool Features: None
- Pool Description: None
- Pool: N/K
- Spa Features: None
Land/Lot Info
- Sign on Property: No
- Lot Features: Bluff, Cul-De-Sac, Level with Street, Rectangular Lot, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Timer
- Lease Considered: No
- Available For Lease: No
- Land Lease: No
- Land Lease Type: Fee
- Sprinklers: Yes
- Topography: Level
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Levels: Three Or More
- Water: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
- Electric: Electricity - On Property
- Water Source: Public
Parking Info
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking: Yes
- Parking Garage: Built-In Storage, Direct Entrance, Door Opener, Garage, Garage - 1 Car, Garage - 2 Car, Side By Side
- Parking Non-Garage: Built-In Storage, Off Street, On Site, Side by Side
- Parking Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Garage: Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage - Single Door, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
- Carport Spaces: 0
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Built-In Storage, Direct Garage Access, Driveway Level, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Site, Side by Side
Property / Structure Info
- Builders Tract Name: South Laguna Bluffs
- Builders Tract Code: South Laguna Bluffs (SLB)
- Architectural Style: Craftsman, Craftsman/Bungalow
- Residential Styles: Detached
- Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls
Property History for 31678 Seacliff Drive
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 31678 Seacliff Drive
Taxable ValueLand$4,896,478Additions$448,322Total$5,344,800
Tax Record2023$56,091 ($4,674 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,823 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,823 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2018CountyORANGEAPN658-101-13
Schools near 31678 Seacliff 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 | |||
| Private - | PK to 3 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
El Morro Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Thurston Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Laguna Beach High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Anneliese Schools PrivatePK to 3 |
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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