856 Cliff Drive
856 Cliff Drive
$3,725,000
3
2
1,387
1,387
$2,686
Closed 9/29/23
Description
Available for the first time in over sixty years, this idyllic Laguna Beach cottage exemplifies the quintessential beach cottage lifestyle. Mere feet from the sandy beach of iconic Fisherman’s Cove, with expansive ocean and coastline views, this three bedroom, two bath home was originally constructed in the '20s as a holiday place to enjoy local fishing. The exterior is clad in redwood siding and features a large brick patio with sit down white water ocean views as well as a private side yard which...Available for the first time in over sixty years, this idyllic Laguna Beach cottage exemplifies the quintessential beach cottage lifestyle. Mere feet from the sandy beach of iconic Fisherman’s Cove, with expansive ocean and coastline views, this three bedroom, two bath home was originally constructed in the '20s as a holiday place to enjoy local fishing. The exterior is clad in redwood siding and features a large brick patio with sit down white water ocean views as well as a private side yard which can be accessed from the main living area and one of two ground floor bedrooms. Inside, the main living area features a classic exposed beam ceiling and warmly greets occupants with a wood burning fireplace framed by floor to ceiling wood paneling and a mantle which was sourced from Edgar Allen Poe’s childhood home in Richmond Virginia (c.1810) which earns this home it’s moniker: "Raven House”. Original Knotty Pine “Laguna Paneling” and Douglas Fir flooring are carried throughout the home which has a completely updated electrical system, newer roof and plumbing replaced with copper supply and ABS lines, new central heater and 10’’ of fiberglass batting insulation in the attic. An abundance of light enters the home through glass windows and doors which were assembled on site by carpenters and glaziers in the '20s & '30s. The kitchen houses a vintage steel Youngstown Kitchen sink and cabinet assembly which is original to the home, a walk-in pantry, Lindsay Lockerby Field hand-painted cabinets, and a dining nook with ocean views. The upstairs bedroom suite offers ocean views, a bathroom and can be accessed from inside the home or via a separate outside entrance. At one time, this suite featured a kitchenette and could be easily reconverted for additional living flexibility. A small one car garage & and driveway offer two off-street parking spaces. This beautifully restored and maintained cottage retains all of the charm of an original Laguna Beach cottage with subtle upgrades to the major systems and is an excellent candidate for the Mills Act which could offer an owner tremendous property tax savings. The Raven House presents a truly once in a generation opportunity.
Property Details for 856 Cliff Drive
Architectural Style
Cottage, Traditional
ViewCity Lights, Coastline, Ocean, Park/Greenbelt, Water, White Water
Parking Spaces Total2
Private PoolNo
Cooling TypeN/K
Total Units1.0
Building TypeDetached
Lot Size SourceAssessor
Location
LISTING UPDATED: 09/29/2023 07:13 AM
Property Details for 856 Cliff Drive
Status | Closed |
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MLS # | OC23072396 |
Days on Market | 127 |
Taxes | - |
HOA Fees | - |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Single Family |
MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
Year Built | 1933 |
Lot Size | 0.06 AC / 2,500 SF |
County | Orange County |
Location
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Building Information for 856 Cliff Drive
Stories2Year Built1933Building Size-Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,500 SF
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$21,653 per month
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Property History for 856 Cliff 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 856 Cliff Drive
Taxable ValueLand$1,390,490Additions$54,374Total$1,444,864
Tax Record2023$15,889 ($1,324 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,387 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,387 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1933CountyORANGEAPN053-155-08
Schools near 856 Cliff Drive
This home is within Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | K to 5 | |||
Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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El Morro Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Thurston Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Laguna Beach High School Public9 to 12 |
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