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  • Listed by: Balboa Real Estate, Inc • Sam Malek • Contact: 949-357-0553
    $4,499,000

    2850 Zell Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

    5beds
    3,986sqft
    : 
    $29,457/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2001
    6,314 Square Feet Lot
    $4,293,500 Zestimate®
    $1,129/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    This newly renovated home with breathtaking 180-degree ocean views provides the ultimate Laguna Beach lifestyle at the prestigious Top of the World community. The exceptionally bright custom home features an expansive floor plan of approximately 4,000 square feet. Located on a quiet street, it offers generous space with 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. The elegant design includes a welcoming double-door foyer that leads to guest bedrooms and the luxurious primary suite. Upstairs, panoramic ocean, coastline, and city-light views flood through numerous windows, illuminating the living room, dining room, and an open-concept island kitchen with a breakfast bar and top-of-the-line appliances. The main level also features a bedroom that opens to a large ocean-view deck. A brand-new elevator connects all levels of the home, while a three-car garage, additional driveway parking, and a vast view terrace enhance its appeal. Top of the World offers enchanting trails, a scenic city park, and an award-winning elementary school. The neighborhood is just minutes from the famous beaches and coves of Laguna Beach, as well as downtown's galleries, boutiques, spas, and restaurants. Video: https://youtu.be/I25H2p5CdLk
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Sam Malek DRE #02110102 949-357-0553,

    Balboa Real Estate, Inc

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26136413MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bathroom, Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other
      Bathroom
      • Features: Bathtub, Closet, Dual Sinks, Full Bath on Main Level, Hollywood Bath, Multiple Shower Heads, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower
      Bathroom
      • Features: Jack and Jill Bath
      Family room
      • Features: Separate Family Room
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
      Other
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: 6 Burner Stove, Built-In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dryer, Washer
      Features
      • Balcony, Elevator, Open Floorplan, Bedroom on Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Jack and Jill Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Wood
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 3,986 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 6
      • Parking features: Garage - Attached, Carport
      • Attached garage spaces: 3
      • Carport spaces: 3
      • Covered spaces: 6
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Entry location: Zell Dr.
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Coastline,Ocean
      Lot
      • Size: 6,314 Square Feet
      • Features: Landscaped
      Details
      • Parcel number: 64113311
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Custom
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2001

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
      • Subdivision: Top Of The World (Tow)
      Location
      • Region: Laguna Beach

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,129/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $3,677,100
      • Annual tax amount: $38,398
      • Date on market: 6/26/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 49 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,1031 Exchange

        Estimated market value

        $4,293,500

        $4.08M - $4.51M

        $7,938/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/12/2026Price change$12,900-7.8%$3/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC26136437 Report a problem
        6/26/2026Listed for rent$13,995+8.5%$4/sqft
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        8/25/2024Listing removed$12,900$3/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC24131907 Report a problem
        7/26/2024Price change$12,900-7.2%$3/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC24131907 Report a problem
        6/27/2024Listed for rent$13,900+41.8%$3/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC24131907 Report a problem
        3/27/2024Sold$3,605,000-5%$904/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #LG23199115 Report a problem
        3/26/2024Pending sale$3,795,000$952/sqft
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        2/25/2024Contingent$3,795,000$952/sqft
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        1/13/2024Price change$3,795,000-3.9%$952/sqft
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        10/27/2023Listed for sale$3,950,000+48.9%$991/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #LG23199115 Report a problem
        1/5/2022Sold$2,653,000-5.2%$666/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        11/24/2021Pending sale$2,799,000$702/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #LG21223736 Report a problem
        11/19/2021Contingent$2,799,000$702/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #LG21223736 Report a problem
        10/20/2021Listed for sale$2,799,000+1429.5%$702/sqft
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        10/5/2021Listing removed--
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        9/25/2021Price change$9,800-2%$2/sqft
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        9/7/2021Price change$10,000-4.8%$3/sqft
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        8/31/2021Price change$10,500-4.1%$3/sqft
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        8/16/2021Price change$10,950-8.8%$3/sqft
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        8/4/2021Listed for rent$12,000$3/sqft
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        3/23/1998Sold$183,000$46/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$38,398 +31.8%$3,677,100 +33.2%
        2024$29,133 +2.3%$2,760,181 +2%
        2023$28,491 -14.4%$2,706,060 +93.4%
        2022$33,286 +122.9%$1,399,335 +2%
        2021$14,932 +1.5%$1,371,898 +1%
        2020$14,712 $1,357,831 +2%
        2019$14,712 +1.9%$1,331,207 +2%
        2018$14,433 +4.3%$1,305,105 +2%
        2017$13,839 $1,279,515 +2%
        2016$13,839 +2.1%$1,254,427 +1.5%
        2015$13,559 +3.8%$1,235,585 +2%
        2014$13,068 $1,211,382 +0.5%
        2013-- $1,205,908 +2%
        2012-- $1,182,263 +2%
        2011-- $1,159,082 +0.8%
        2010-- $1,150,420 -0.2%
        2009-- $1,153,154 +2%
        2008-- $1,130,544 +2%
        2007-- $1,108,377 +2%
        2006-- $1,086,645 +2%
        2005-- $1,065,339 +2%
        2004-- $1,044,450 +21.4%
        2003-- $860,594 +69.4%
        2002-- $507,885 +161.9%
        2001$2,339 +4.9%$193,919 +2%
        2000$2,229 $190,117
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92651

        Getting around

        12 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        0 / 100
        No Nearby Transit
        5 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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