Experience the rare combination of space, views, and opportunity in this expansive ranch-style coastal retreat. Set on a nearly 10,000 square foot lot, this 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence offers 2,500 square feet of living space — an exceptional find for buyers seeking room to grow in a premier coastal setting.
Wake up to sweeping hillside and peak ocean views, with the potential of stunning ocean views with a little help from your friendly neighbor trimming their trees. The generous lot size opens the door to incredible upside potential: envision a resort-style pool, expanded living areas, or a detached guest house to create a true private compound.
Inside, the home has already been thoughtfully upgraded with a new kitchen cabinets, partially renovated bathrooms, new flooring, and fresh interior paint. The flexible floor plan includes a fourth bedroom and bath addition, while the existing primary suite offers the unique advantage of functioning as a potential ADU, complete with a separate entrance and kitchen — ideal for multigenerational living, guests, or rental income.
For buyers looking for a larger coastal property with immediate comfort and long-term value-add potential, this is a rare opportunity to create a custom Laguna compound tailored to your vision — all while enjoying breathtaking views and the best of coastal living.
Sold for $2,750,000
Listed by: Compass • John Trevino • Contact: 949-395-2417
Bought with: Coldwell Banker Realty
$2,750,000
1961 Temple Hills Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
4beds
2,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$2,755,000 Zestimate®
$1,100/sqft
$7,628 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,755,000
$2.62M - $2.89M
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New flooringFresh interior paintBreathtaking viewsPartially renovated bathroomsFlexible floor plan
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Listed by:
John Trevino DRE #01411440 949-395-2417,
Compass
Bought with:
Jeff Ewing, DRE #01027345
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: LG26038190
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Great Room, Laundry, Living Room
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Solid Surface Counters, Separate Shower, Tile Counters, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Solid Surface Counters, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Balcony, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: Panel Doors, Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Guest Accommodations, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway Level, Door-Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Parking
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: main
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Deck
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Canyon, Hills, Mountain(s), Ocean, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Coastline,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
- Features: Garden, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House Attached
- Parcel number: 64139404
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Additions/Alterations
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Hiking, Storm Drain(s)
- Security: Security Lights
- Subdivision: Temple Hills (Th)
Location
- Region: Laguna Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,100/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,594,588
- Date on market: 2/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 17 days
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/30/2026 | Sold | $2,750,000-1.3%$1,100/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #LG26038190 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2026 | Pending sale | $2,785,000$1,114/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Contingent | $2,785,000$1,114/sqft |
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| 2/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,785,000+75.2%$1,114/sqft |
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| 12/22/2014 | Listing removed | $1,590,000$636/sqft |
Source: Surterre Properties #LG14160648 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2014 | Price change | $1,590,000-3%$636/sqft |
Source: Surterre Properties, Inc. #LG14160648 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2014 | Listing removed | $5,700$2/sqft |
Source: Surterre Properties #LG14189383 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2014 | Listed for rent | $5,700+14%$2/sqft |
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| 9/10/2014 | Price change | $1,639,000-1.7%$656/sqft |
Source: Surterre Properties #LG14160648 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,668,000+39%$667/sqft |
Source: Surterre Properties, Inc. #LG14160648 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2013 | Listing removed | $5,000$2/sqft |
Source: Surterre Properties #LG13181102 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2013 | Listed for rent | $5,000$2/sqft |
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| 9/4/2013 | Sold | $1,200,000+0.3%$480/sqft |
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| 7/18/2013 | Listed for sale | $1,196,000$478/sqft |
Source: Surterre Properties, Inc. #LG13139892 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,594,588 +8.4% |
| 2025 | $15,988 +2.3% | $1,471,029 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,636 +0.4% | $1,442,186 +2% |
| 2023 | $15,575 +2.3% | $1,413,908 +2% |
| 2022 | $15,223 +2.4% | $1,386,185 +2% |
| 2021 | $14,872 +1.5% | $1,359,005 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,653 | $1,345,071 +2% |
| 2019 | $14,653 +1.9% | $1,318,698 +2% |
| 2018 | $14,377 +4.3% | $1,292,842 +2% |
| 2017 | $13,788 | $1,267,493 +2% |
| 2016 | $13,788 +2.1% | $1,242,641 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $13,510 +3.7% | $1,223,976 +2% |
| 2014 | $13,023 | $1,200,000 +163% |
| 2013 | -- | $456,225 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $447,280 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $438,510 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $435,233 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $436,268 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $427,714 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $419,328 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $411,106 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $403,046 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $395,144 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $387,902 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $380,297 +2% |
| 2001 | $4,444 +4.9% | $372,841 +2% |
| 2000 | $4,236 | $365,531 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92651
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Top Of The World Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Thurston Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Laguna Beach High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Top Of The World
- Middle: Thurston
- High: Laguna Beach
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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