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848 Hillcrest Drive

Laguna Beach, CA 92651
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,312 Sq Ft
Built 1988
$7,998,000
Price ReducedWas $8,250,000 — $7,998,000 (-$252,000)

Property Overview

STUNNING 180-DEGREE OCEAN VIEWS, PRIME LOCATION, PRISTINE CONDITION & MORE! Meticulously designed with exceptional attention to detail, this remarkable North Laguna residence was completely rebuilt and reimagined in 2021. The home offers 4 bedrooms, a dedicated office, 3.5 bathrooms, a 2-car garage, and an expansive 5-car driveway. Upon entry, abundant natural light, elegant, honed limestone flooring, and breathtaking ocean vistas set the tone. The chef’s kitchen features premium Wolf appliances, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, sunken 5-burner range, warming oven, wine refrigerator, honed marble countertops, quartz backsplash, custom cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry. The kitchen opens to a stunning great room with soaring ceilings, expansive coastline and Catalina views, a dramatic slab basalt fireplace, and automatic shades. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, the home includes over 1,000 sq ft of outdoor entertainment space. Expansive La Cantina doors frame the Pacific Ocean, while the adjacent 388 sq ft covered outdoor pavilion creates a natural extension of the home, complete with a fireplace, recessed TV, dining area, BBQ, and hot tub flowing directly to the backyard lawn. The primary suite offers dedicated climate control, a walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bath with heated floors, a soaking tub and oversized walk-in shower. The lower level includes three additional bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a private ocean-view suite with its own en-suite bath. Two secondary bedrooms enjoy ocean views, while the hall bath showcases beautiful travertine slab finishes. Rich Australian eucalyptus flooring and a separate laundry room with sink complete the lower level. A rare coastal luxury, the property also includes approximately 490 sq ft of dedicated storage for recreational gear and seasonal items. Offering extraordinary privacy and craftsmanship, this exceptional residence captures panoramic ocean, coastline, Catalina, and sunset views from nearly every vantage point. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Perched above the coastline and only one block from iconic beaches including Crescent Bay and Shaw’s Cove, this home delivers an unparalleled lifestyle with walkable access to renowned restaurants, boutiques, galleries, and convenient proximity to Laguna Beach’s premier hiking and mountain biking trails. Welcome Home!

Home Details

Property type
Residential - Single Family Residence
Year built
1988
Living area
3,312 sq ft
Lot size
6,668 sq ft
Parking
7 spaces
Garage
2 spaces
Stories
3
Days on market
123
Full bathrooms
3
Half bathrooms
1
MLS status
Active
Architectural style
Modern

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Cathedral Ceilings
  • Eat In Kitchen
  • High Ceilings
  • Living Room Deck Attached
  • Open Floorplan
  • Pantry
  • Stone Counters
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wired For Sound
  • Main Level Primary
  • Primary Suite
  • Walk In Pantry
  • Walk In Closets

Appliances

  • Built In Range
  • Double Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Disposal
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Water Heater

Parking

  • Direct Access
  • Driveway Level
  • Door Single
  • Driveway
  • Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Faces Side

Pool

  • None

Lot

  • Back Yard
  • Sprinklers In Rear
  • Sprinklers In Front
  • Landscaped
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Sprinklers Timer
  • Sprinkler System
  • Yard

Exterior

  • Rain Gutters

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Smoke Detectors

Community, Schools & Utilities

Community

Subdivision
North Laguna (NL)
Fireplace
Yes
View
Catalina,CityLights,Coastline,Neighborhood,Ocean,Panoramic,Water

Schools

School district
Laguna Beach Unified
Elementary school
El Morro
Middle school
Thurston
High school
Laguna Beach

Utilities

Heating
Central
Cooling
CentralAir
Electric
ElectricityOnProperty
Water
Public
Sewer
PublicSewer
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Location & Neighborhood

848 Hillcrest Drive

Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Frequently Asked Questions About 848 Hillcrest Drive

Property type: Residential

The current asking price is $7,998,000. Pricing is subject to change and may vary based on market conditions, negotiations, and property updates. Contact our team to verify current pricing.
Yes. Use the Book Visit action or contact form to request an in-person or virtual tour of 848 Hillcrest Drive. Our team will confirm availability and timing.
This 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms property offers approximately 3,312 square feet of living space. It was built in 1988. Review the listing details and disclosures, then independently verify material features before making a decision.
The property is in Laguna Beach, California. Review the map, visit at relevant times of day, and verify schools, commute routes, services, noise, hazards, and local rules for the exact address.
Financing depends on the buyer, lender, property type, condition, appraisal, insurance, and association documents. A qualified lender can confirm available programs and costs for this Laguna Beach property.
The MLS currently reports the property as Active. It has been listed for 123 days. Status can change, so verify availability before relying on it.

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Name: Amy Balsz
MLS ID: OCBALSAMY

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